http://risk.anu.edu.au Risk Management @ ANU Fri, 27 Jun 2008 00:00:54 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en There are numerous training courses available through the OHS Branch providing information and training on the hazards, risks and University policies and procedures. Examples of general courses include: First aid Occupational strains prevention Manual handling OHS principles and practices for managers, supervisors and OHS Committee members. In addition to general courses, advanced OHS courses are ... http://risk.anu.edu.au/2008/03/20/ohs-training-courses-2008/ ANU’s Occupational Health and Safety Performance statistics for 2007 are now available and can be found here.  The statistics show good results with a decrease in both incident and workers’ compensation claim numbers and a  general downward trend in most other categories.  No big impact has been made yet on ... http://risk.anu.edu.au/2008/03/20/anu-ohs-statistics-for-2007/ All new equipment designed or modified in the ANU is required to undergo the design certification process.  This new training course will offer useful guidance in judging compliance with relevant Australian Standards for equipment designed in a research/teaching environment, to fulfil the requirements of the ANU’s Hazard Management Procedure for ... http://risk.anu.edu.au/2008/03/20/new-ohs-course-%e2%80%93-design-standards-for-safety-in-electrical-work-and-equipment/ The Occupational Health and Safety Act 1991 was modified in 2007 to require employers to develop Health and Safety Management Arrangements (HSMAs) in consultation with their employees. The ANU OHS Branch and OHS Policy Committee have developed the draft HSMA document. It has been reviewed by the University Staff Consultative Committee ... http://risk.anu.edu.au/2008/01/21/health-and-safety-management-arrangements-draft-document/ When dealing with chemicals it is important to have access to an eyewash and safety shower if the risk of exposure is likely.  However, for fieldwork, remote work locations, work in non-laboratory situations (around drains, on roofs etc) and some other areas, it may not be possible to have a ... http://risk.anu.edu.au/2007/06/05/chemical-burns-and-eye-washsafety-showers/ To complement the University's Plant (Equipment) documentation and processes a new draft Isolation and Danger Tagging Procedure has been developed and is available for comment. It is relevant to all staff that work with or may need to work on Plant (Equipment) including electrical items. If you would like to ... http://risk.anu.edu.au/2007/06/05/new-draft-anu-isolation-and-danger-tagging-procedure/ The new ANU Plant (Equipment) Policy, procedure and guidance material is now on the web and should be implemented. Plant (equipment) is defined as any machinery, equipment or tool, and any component thereof. It includes office equipment as well as workshop and trade machinery. The Plant (equipment) procedure takes on ... http://risk.anu.edu.au/2007/06/05/anu-plant-equipment-policy-procedure-guidelines/ A report on the ANU's Occupational Health and Safety Performance for 2006 has been prepared and can be found here.  Any comments on the format of the report or information it contains are welcome to the OHS Officer.  The statistical collection will continue and be used to monitor performance and ... http://risk.anu.edu.au/2007/06/05/anu-ohs-statistics-for-2006/ The Risk Management & Audit Office (RMAO), in consultation with the Legal Office and Research Office, has developed a contracts risk assessment tool that will improve local areas knowledge of what issues/risks should be considered prior to signing a contract, as well as identifying the trigger points where further advice/input should be ... http://risk.anu.edu.au/2007/05/08/new-research-contracts-risk-assessment-tool-released/ The Federal Government has passed amendments to the Safety, Rehabilitation and Compensation Act 1988 (SRC Act) which came into effect from 13 April 2007.  This Act governs workers' compensation arrangements for University staff.  Key changes include the removal of workers' compensation coverage for non-work related journeys, including normal travel between ... http://risk.anu.edu.au/2007/05/08/changes-to-workers-compensation/