Hazards & safety management
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Clear filtersKeep access routes free of materials and trailing waste.
Official further reading (opens in a new tab) ↗Provide suitable waste locations close to the work.
Official further reading (opens in a new tab) ↗Report spills and arrange safe cleaning without spreading contamination.
Official further reading (opens in a new tab) ↗Store materials in a stable arrangement suited to their shape.
Official further reading (opens in a new tab) ↗Restrain pipes and round stock from unintended movement.
Official further reading (opens in a new tab) ↗Place nails and sharp offcuts in suitable containers.
Official further reading (opens in a new tab) ↗Route temporary cables to reduce trip and damage hazards.
Official further reading (opens in a new tab) ↗Keep exits, alarms and firefighting access unobstructed.
Official further reading (opens in a new tab) ↗Remove unnecessary combustible waste from work areas.
Official further reading (opens in a new tab) ↗Store incompatible substances in the approved separate locations.
Official further reading (opens in a new tab) ↗Respect the approved loading of racks and floors.
Official further reading (opens in a new tab) ↗Secure materials that could move in strong winds.
Official further reading (opens in a new tab) ↗Prepare a safe unloading and storage area before delivery.
Official further reading (opens in a new tab) ↗Store frequently handled items at accessible positions.
Official further reading (opens in a new tab) ↗Provide enough light to identify obstructions along routes.
Official further reading (opens in a new tab) ↗Leave the area stable and accessible for the next team.
Official further reading (opens in a new tab) ↗Assign responsibility for shared storage and welfare areas.
Official further reading (opens in a new tab) ↗Which obstruction would delay an emergency evacuation today?
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Use these notes to support learning. Apply your workplace's assessed safe system, competent supervision and the requirements that apply in your country. Practical tasks and emergency response require appropriate training and authorisation. Official reading links are resources for further study.
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