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Operational Manual
Horticulture
Hazard Checklist – Hazardous Chemicals
Owner/ Manager:
Property name and address:
Contact:
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Storage
ACT
NOW
ACT
ASAP
OK
PLAN/CONTROL
Is there an inventory for all types of
chemical and pesticides stored on the
farm?
Are Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDSs)
and labels available for all agricultural
and veterinary chemicals used and stored
on the farm?
All chemicals stored in their original
containers and with clear and legible
labels?
Are all chemicals stored in a properly
constructed and lockable area, which is
resistant to fire and prevents access by
children and other unauthorised persons?
Are there clear warning signs posted on
outside of storage area?
Is the chemical store properly ventilated?
Is there sufficient light in the chemical stor
so chemicals can be identified and their
labels easily read?
Are incompatible materials stored away
from each other?
Do chemical storage locations have an area
to retain accidental spills?
Is the storage adequate for volumes of
chemical held in the store?
Are materials available to control spills in
the storage area, eg sand?
Do amounts of certain chemicals held on
the farm require a Dangerous Goods
License?
Are chemicals protected from moisture?
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Are chemical stored according to label
instructions and MSDS?
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Are fire extinguishers located adjacent to fuel
& chemical storage areas?
Is the recommended PPE for chemical
available?
Is there an emergency shower and eye
wash located adjacent to the chemical
mixing/storage?
Transport
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ASAP
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PLAN/CONTROL
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NOW
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ASAP
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PLAN/CONTROL
Are chemicals containers checked for leaks
or damage before transport?
Are chemical transported in a compartment
separated from people and foodstuffs?
Are chemical containers well secured
during transport?
Are vehicles with chemicals locked
when parked to prevent access by
unauthorised persons?
Are chemical protected from weather
during transport?
Is there documented emergency response
procedure in the event of chemical spills
and during transport?
Mixing/ Loading/Cleaning Down
Is there good ventilation at the mixing site?
Is appropriate PPE available at the mixing
site?
IS the PPE in good condition?
Do all operators use PPE during mixing/
loading according to label requirement?
Are there good washing facilities and an
emergency shower located adjacent to the
mixing/ loading area?
Are mixing tanks free from leaks or risk of
splashes during mixing/ loading?
Are the following systems used for
mixing and loading?
Manual Pouring/ Mixing?
Does the system pose risk of exposure due
to awkward system, e.g. pouring into spray
tank above head height?
Pump/bung/ tap fitted on drum?
Does the system pose risk of exposure due
to leakage fittings?
Closed system transfer?
Does the system pose risk of exposure from
leaking fittings or hoses?
Other, E.g. powders, granules?
Does the system pose risk of exposure to
dust or powders?
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Crop Spray Application and Reentry systems
Is appropriate PPE used by spray
operators?
Is the PPE in good condition?
ACT
NOW
ACT
ASAP
OK
PLAN/CONTROL
ACT
NOW
ACT
ASAP
OK
PLAN/CONTROL
List the type of spray equipment used
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Are cabined tractors/ vehicles used?
If yes, in cabin air filtered to remove
chemicals?
Are spray lines, taps and nozzles
checked and maintained before spraying?
Is clean water carried for washing?
Are clean gloves carried for emergency use?
Policy and Practice
Are chemicals selected on their efficacy to
pests and safety to workers?
Are all pesticides used according to their
labeled safe use?
Have all workers received safety induction
for chemicals used on this farm?
Have all workers who use chemical trained
in their safe use?
Are people not involved in the spraying
operation kept away?
Do all operators use PPE during spraying
according to label requirements?
When chemicals are transported on public
roads, are they transported in accordance
with the Dangerous Goods Legislation?
Are people not involved in the mixing/
loading operation kept away from the
site?
Is all mixing and preparation of farms
chemicals preformed at a designated
site?
Is all equipment used during mixing/
loading cleaned down after use?
Is spray equipment checked and maintained
before starting to reduce need for in-field
adjustment?
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Do operators wash hands after spraying
and before eating, drinking and smoking?
Have there been any leaks, spills or
splashes causing exposure during
spraying?
If yes, what action is needed to reduce this
risk?
Are there rules preventing all people from
entering a sprayed crop area before the expiry
of the re-entry period?
If workers, agronomists are required to
enter sprayed crop before expiry of the
re-entry period, is suitable PPE provided
and used?
Is all equipment cleaned before it is
services or sent for repair?
Are containers triple rinsed and
disposed of in accordance with
relevant authorities procedures?
Are AVCARE or othe relvant procedures
followed in dispoing of chemical
containers and excess chemical?
Do operators wash their hands after mixing,
loading and before eating, drinking or
smoking?
Are there documented and known
emergency response procedures in the event
of a chemical spills and exposure during
mixing/ loading
Have there been any leaks, spills or
splashes causing exposure when mixing,
loading or cleaning down?
If yes what actioned is needed to reduce
this risk?
Is an inventory maintained of all chemicals
stored on the farm?
Are there documented and known
emergency response procedures in the event
of a chemical accident?
Disclaimer: This document does not, in any way, excuse a person from doing all that is reasonable to ensure the health & safety of themselves & others. It is necessary
to check with the relevant state or territory work health & safety authority for appropriate information. Funded by NT Government Department of Business
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Disclaimer: This document does not, in any way, excuse a person from doing all that is reasonable to ensure the health & safety of
themselves & others. It is necessary to check with the relevant state or territory work health & safety authority for appropriate information.
Funded by NT Government Department of Business