HSE
HSEP0921 – Chemical Management
Purpose
The Hydro Tasmania Group uses chemicals as part of our operational activities (e.g. within power
stations, workshops, laboratories, offices and in the field). There are legal obligations around working
with these chemicals. Additionally, chemicals can impact human health and the environment if not
handled appropriately.
The purpose of this procedure is to provide guidance for the safe and appropriate purchase, storage,
transport, transfer, use, and disposal of chemicals that meets legislative requirements.
For updated Legislation Advice see the EnviroLaw and SafetyLaw websites:
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http://www.enviroessentials.com.au/envirolaw/pages/index_tas.php
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http://www.safetylaw.com.au/PagesTAS/index.php
Table of Content
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Scope .............................................................................................................................................. 2
Process overview ............................................................................................................................ 2
Process detail ................................................................................................................................. 3
3.1 Purchase chemicals
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3.2 Using chemicals
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3.3 Transferring or transporting chemicals
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3.4 Storing chemicals
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3.5 Spill & emergency management
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3.6 Waste management & disposal
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ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES .......................................................................................................... 18
DEFINITIONS ................................................................................................................................. 19
RELATED DOCUMENTS & RESOURCES ......................................................................................... 25
REVISION HISTORY ....................................................................................................................... 27
Hydro Tasmania Document
Owner(s): OH&S Manager;
Environment Manager
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Approver: Manager – Sustainability and Safety
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SCOPE
This procedure applies to Hydro Tasmania, Entura and Momentum staff, as well as contractors working
on Hydro Tasmania sites. It applies to any work activities involving the purchasing, storage, transfer,
transport and use of chemicals.
N.B. Where this procedure specifically refers to Tasmanian Legislation, that requirement may not apply
in other jurisdictions.
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PROCESS OVERVIEW
Chemical management requirements
PURCHASE CHEMICALS
USE CHEMICALS
TRANSFER / TRANSPORT
CHEMICALS
STORE CHEMICALS
SPILL & EMERGENCY
MANAGEMENT
MANAGE & DISPOSE OF
CHEMICAL WASTE
-Confirm requirements for chemical (Hierarchy of control)
- Determine how the chemical will be used (quantity, methods, etc)
- Assess the risks involved (include storage, wastes, methods, etc. SDS)
- Procure and inspect the chemical (inspect packaging)
- Conduct a risk assessment for the task
- Identify and plan for chemical wastes
- Ensure workers are competent and controls are in place
- Monitor and review controls to ensure effectiveness
- Identify chemical transfer or transport requirements
- Develop a transport / transfer plan (where required)
- Implement the transport/transfer plan controls
- Assess appropriateness of storage facilities (legal requirements)
- Ensure correct storage, labelling, signage and placarding (suitability of
chemical containers, etc) e.g. Monitor and inspect stores
- Manage site inventory documentation
- Plan for potential chemical emergencies
- Ensure spills can be managed appropriately
- Maintain site chemical and emergency plan information
- Identify waste management requirements
- Develop and implement a waste management plan
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PROCESS DETAIL
3.1 Purchase chemicals
3.1.1 Check the
chemical is approved
Hazardous Chemicals may only be used for a particular task if the chemical has
been approved for use by Hydro Tasmania.
An approved chemicals register is not currently available. Provide a
description of intended use along with a risk assessment and completed
HSEF0921.1 Chemical Purchase Checklist (see step 3.1.2) to a safety or
environmental advisor for approval.
3.1.2 Review the
requirements
Prior to purchasing a chemical, the need to use that specific chemical is
reviewed. Reviewing examines the reasons for using a particular chemical and
identifies opportunities to use alternative substances.
Key points:
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The review is documented using HSEF0921.1 Chemical Purchase
Checklist
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The review considers ways to avoid or reduce chemical hazards,
including:
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Avoiding restricted substances
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Applying alternative processes that do not require chemicals
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Using an alternative, less hazardous chemical
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Using chemicals that are already in stock
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Minimising the amount of chemical required through work
planning and design
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Recycling chemicals for re-use
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Managing and disposing of the associated chemical wastes
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Restricted chemicals cannot be used, handled or stored in the
workplace without specific permits or approval from the Regulator.
Contact the Sustainability & Safety Team for advice on and assistance
with obtaining chemical permits or approvals.
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Restricted chemicals include:
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AgVet chemicals
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Substances listed as prohibited carcinogens, restricted
carcinogens or restricted hazardous chemicals under Schedule
10 of the Model Work Health & Safety Regulations.
A risk assessment must be completed prior to purchasing a new
chemical.
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Once approved, the risk assessment is reviewed whenever the
Safety Data Sheet (SDS) changes, or every 5 years (whichever
occurs first).
Reference:
HSEF0921.1 Chemical Purchase Checklist
Agricultural and Veterinary Chemicals (Control of Use) Act 1995
Work Health and Safety Regulations 2012 Schedule 10.
3.1.3
Assess the risk
A detailed risk assessment must be completed before a chemical is used or
purchased for the first time, and the risks re-assessed at least once every 5
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years. The risk assessment process examines the hazards associated with that
chemical, the legal requirements around that chemical and Hydro Tasmania’s
capacity to effectively manage the risks and requirements.
Guidance for conducting safety and environmental risk assessment is provided in
HSEP0301 Hazard Identification and Risk Management.
Key points:
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Assessments are based on a thorough understanding of what happens,
or might happen, in the workplace are carried out by a competent
person or persons (e.g. field HSE advisors) who has:
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a practical understanding of the WHS Regulations, codes of practice
and relevant guidance materials;
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an understanding of the work processes involved at the workplace;
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enough resources to gather information, consult the appropriate
people, review existing records and examine the workplace; and
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abilities to:
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interpret the information on the label and SDS of the hazardous
chemical.
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observe the conditions of work and to foresee potential
problems.
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communicate effectively and consult with workers, contract
workers, managers and technical specialists.
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draw all the information together in a systematic way to form
valid conclusions about exposures and risks.
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accurately report the findings to all parties concerned.
If the chemical is approved for use, check that a current risk assessment
covers your planned use of the chemical, and that the documented
controls can be applied
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Existing risk assessment is suitable: chemical may be purchased
for the intended use
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Existing risk assessment is not suitable: a new risk assessment
is carried out following the risk assessment process below.
If the chemical is not previously approved for use or appropriately risk
assessed:
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Conduct a risk assessment on the chemical
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Send the completed risk assessment and request for approval
to HSE@hydro.com.au
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Sustainability & Safety team members review the risk
assessment and determine if the chemical can be approved for
use. You may be contacted to provide additional information
Risk assessment process:
1.
Obtain a copy of the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for the chemical.
a.
2.
Use the information the SDS provides on the chemical hazards, legal
requirements and mandatory controls to help assess the risks.
Assess the risks associated with the proposed chemical at all stages of its
use, including: transport or transfer, storing the chemical, handling and
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applying the chemical, and managing and disposing of chemical wastes.
The risk assessment complies with the requirements given in:
a.
NOHSC 1015(2001) Storage and Handling of Workplace Dangerous
Goods (Part B, duties of Occupiers, section 14, Risk Assessment)
b. Model Work Health and Safety Regulations (2012) Chapter 7, Part
7.1, Division 5 (Control of risk—obligations of persons conducting
businesses or undertakings), subdivisions 1-2-3-4.
3.
Determine and document how the risks will be managed
a.
Identify the legal compliance requirements to be met – contact the
Sustainability & Safety Team for assistance
b. Ensure all HSE risks are reduced to as low as reasonably practicable
4.
Send the completed documents for approval to HSE@hydro.com.au –
a.
Risk assessment (HSEF0303.1 JHA template)
b. Chemical requirement review (HSEF0921.1 Chemical Purchase
Checklist) – for new chemicals that require approval
5.
Sustainability & Safety Team can:
a.
Advise on the legal requirements for that substance
b. Confirm the identified risks and controls, including arrangements
for safe storage, transport, use and disposal
c.
Approve the purchase and use of a new chemical
Note: For management of chemicals outside of Tasmania this risk assessment
requires an assessment of the relevant state legislation specific to the
management of the chemicals involved.
References:
The Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for that chemical
HSEF0301 Hazard identification and risk management
HSEF0921.1 Chemical Purchase Checklist
NOHSC 1015(2001) Storage and Handling of Workplace Dangerous Goods
Model Work Health and Safety Regulations (2012)
3.1.4 Procure the
chemical
Once the purchase of the chemical has been approved, standard business
procurement processes are followed to obtain the chemical.
Key points:
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Check for existing supplies of the chemical within Hydro Tasmania stores
before purchasing.
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Purchase only as much of the chemical as you will need
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Ensure chemical storage and transport requirements are clear and can be
met.
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On delivery of the order:
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Inspect the order and confirm that the order is correct, the goods are
undamaged and appropriately packaged
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Check that a Safety Data Sheet (SDS) is provided for each substance
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Ensure a record of the purchase is retained (SAP invoice, or receipt
where cash purchases are made)
The SDS is sent to the Site Manager or store person to be added to the site
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manifest/register, and a copy is kept on-hand where the chemical is to be
used.
References:
HSEF0921.1 Chemical Purchase Checklist
3.2 Using chemicals
3.2.1 Conduct a task
level risk assessment
Prior to working with a chemical previously approved, a task-level risk
assessment is carried out for the task involving chemical use. This differs from
the chemical approval risk assessment, which examined the risks of the chemical
at the project or operational scale prior to initial approval for use.
The pre-use risk assessment is done as part of the Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) for
the task, and includes assessment of the HSE risks and associated controls for the
task involving chemical use. The initial purchasing risk assessment and chemical
SDS are used to inform the JHA process.
Key points:
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HSEF0303.1 JHA Template is used
The risk assessment considers all potential exposure of people and the
environment to hazardous chemicals, including:
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The HSE risks involved in using the chemical include activities
like: transporting or transferring the chemical, storing the
chemical, handling and applying the chemical, and managing
and disposing of chemical wastes.
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Aspects such as environmental contamination, chemical
reactions, ignition sources, storage and signage requirements,
and worker exposure.
Where a risk assessment has previously been done for the specific task
and substance:
o Is it reviewed and re-approved before commencing work on
that task, and
o It is reviewed and updated if a new SDS is provided, health or
environmental impacts are detected or airborne chemical
concentrations exceed exposure limits, and
o It is reviewed at least once every 5 years.
The risk assessment is reviewed by persons aware of the chemical
hazards, legal requirements and work environments (e.g. Field
Environment or Safety Advisors)
References:
HSEP0301 Hazard identification and risk management
HSEP0303 JHA and SWMS Procedure
HSEF0303.1 JHA Template
SDS for that chemical
Work Health and Safety Regulations 2012 (Regulation 352)
3.2.2
Control measures
The HSE risks identified in the task-level risk assessment are controlled in order
to reduce the risk to a level as low as reasonably practicable where the risk
cannot be eliminated. The hierarchy of control – a ranking of control measures
from the highest level of protection and reliability to the lowest – is followed
when controlling HSE risks.
Key Points:
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Hydro Tasmania ensures that control measures identified through the
risk assessment are implemented, maintained, and monitored for
suitability. Any contractor in control of a Hydro Tasmania work site takes
on this responsibility.
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Workers (employees and contractors) using hazardous chemicals are
aware of the risks and deemed competent to manage them, including
implementing all agreed controls.
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Workers ensure that all legal requirements associated with the storage,
transport, use and disposal of the chemical are complied with, including
safety signs.
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Exposure limits documented in the SDS or other chemical standards are
adhered to (as per Adopted National Exposure Standards for
Atmospheric Contaminants in the Occupational Environment [NOHSC:
1003 (1995)).
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Personal protective equipment (PPE):
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Is not used as a substitute for engineering, work practice,
and/or administrative controls, but may be used in conjunction
with these controls.
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Complies with the requirements given in the chemical SDS and
is suitable for the nature of the work.
Where there is a risk of spill or leak, spill containment systems are used
(e.g. portable bunding) and suitable spill clean-up kits are on site – see
Section 3.2).
References:
HSEP0301 Hazard identification and risk management
HSEP0303 JHA & SWMS procedure
Work Health and Safety Regulations chapter 7, division 5
3.2.3
Monitoring
Monitoring is used to assess the effectiveness of controls and detect the
exposure of hazardous chemicals to people and/or the environment. Monitoring
may be required as part of risk control where it is necessary to obtain a
quantitative estimate of exposure, or to determine the effectiveness of measures
to control exposure. It is particularly important for detecting concentrations of
airborne chemicals and losses to the environment from chemical storage systems
or processes.
Key points:
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Monitoring is carried out in situations where workers are exposed to
significant quantities of hazardous chemicals:
o Monitoring ensures that control measures are operating
effectively and providing an appropriate level of control.
o Records are kept of all monitoring activities and collected data.
o Monitoring records are made accessible to relevant workers.
For some chemical stores and processes, monitoring is part of the legal
requirements for working with that substance.
o Monitoring is conducted that complies with legal requirements.
o Monitoring data is reported to the relevant authorities
Health surveillance is required for workers who have been identified as
exposed to hazardous chemicals under the Work Health and Safety Act.
References:
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HSEP1301 Monitoring and measuring
3.3 Transferring or transporting chemicals
3.3.1 Chemical
transport
There are set legal requirements around the transport of specific chemical types
called Dangerous Goods, as well as environmental and safety risks such as spills
and chemical mixing. Workers take appropriate measures to manage the risks
and comply with legislation associated with chemical transport, including
following the Dangerous Goods Code [ADGC7] requirements for transporting
dangerous goods, including complying with segregation and placarding
requirements.
Key Points:
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HSEF0921.3 Chemical Transport Checklist is used to assess the HSE risks
and identify the requirements prior to transporting chemicals
 Chemical segregation requirements are checked to ensure the chemicals
can be transported together
 Chemical containers are suitable for the type of transport and are
appropriately secured within the vehicle (e.g. cages for gas cylinders)
 A Chemical Transport Plan is developed for the transport of chemicals
classified as dangerous goods, as specified in [ADGC7].
 Placard loads:
o A placard load is an amount of Dangerous Goods above the
placarding quantity for that chemical class.
o A Dangerous Goods Transport Licence is required to drive a
vehicle with a placard load
o Placards (emergency information panels) are displayed on all
vehicles transporting placard loads of dangerous goods.
References:
HSEF0921.3 Chemical Transport Checklist
HSEF0920.1 Oil Transfer and Transport Plan
Australian Dangerous Goods Code (7th Edition) [ADGC7]
Dangerous Goods (Road and Rail Transport) Act 2010 (Tasmania)
Safe Work Australia placard & manifest requirements under WHS regulations
3.3.2
Chemical transfer
Significant environmental and safety risks exist during the transfer of chemicals,
including risks of spills, chemical mixing and unexpected reactions, generation of
fumes, using inappropriate containers and incorrect labelling. Workers follow
and take appropriate measures to manage the risks and comply with legislation.
Key Points:
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The HSE risks associated with transferring chemicals are identified
before transferring or decanting any hazardous chemical, using:
o
HSEF0921.4 Chemical Transfer Checklist, or
o
The task Job Hazard Analysis (HSEF0303.1 JHA Template)
Appropriate controls are identified and put in place before transferring
chemicals. Risks and controls may include, but are not limited to:
o Ensuring appropriate ventilation
o Manual handling and equipment issues
o Overflow protection and emergency shut-offs
o Spill containment and control (e.g. appropriate bunding and
spill kits)
o Using suitable containers and ensuring containers are correctly
labelled
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o Potential ignition sources, including static electricity
o Loss detection and prevention
A chemical transfer plan is developed for the transfer of
o Any designated dangerous goods or Schedule 11 hazardous
chemicals; or
o Where HSE risks higher than LOW have been identified.
Where chemicals are transferred or decanted into containers other
than those in which the chemical is supplied, check the container for
suitability prior to use, including reviewing the container material,
potential reactions, safety of handling, signs of damage and quality of
seals or closures.
Chemicals are transferred in work areas with plumbed eye wash
stations and safety showers.
References:
HSEF0921.4 Chemical Transfer Checklist
HSEF0920.1 Oil Transfer and Transport Plan
3.4 Storing chemicals
3.4.1
General storage
The correct storage of chemicals is important. Some chemicals have the
potential to pollute or to present an environmental, health and/or safety risk if
not suitably contained and stored. Workers must comply with the legal
requirements for chemical storage.
Key points:
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Chemicals held on-site should represent the minimal risk practical, while
maintaining appropriate levels for completion of planned work;
HSEF0921.2 Chemical Storage Checklist is used to assess the suitability
of chemical storage facilities, including aligning with the National
standards, such as:
o Suitable for the chemical type and dangerous goods class
o Spill containment/bunding volume adequate to contain total
volume stored
o Segregation requirements met
o Store location correctly signed and placarded
o Chemicals stored in suitable containers, clearly labelled
o All required documentation available and up to date
For new chemicals, the suitability of storage is assessed as part of the
chemical purchasing risk assessment (see Section 3.1.2).
If the quantity stored or proposing to be stored is equal to or great then
the manifest quantity for that substance, then the premises will need to
be licenced for storage of that chemical;
When a chemical is brought on site, the site chemical register/manifest
is updated to accurately record the types and amounts of chemicals on
site.
References:
HSEF0921.2 Chemical storage checklist
3.4.2 Temporary
storage
Sometimes chemicals have to be stored on site temporarily. This may affect
Hydro Tasmania’s legal obligations if not recorded and managed correctly.
Key points:
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Chemicals cannot be stored on sites, even temporarily, where the
storage facilities don’t meet the legal requirements for that chemical
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type.
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If chemicals are taken to a site for work and stored temporarily, the site
Chemical Register / Manifest (see Section 3.5.4) is updated to reflect
the goods on site
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If the chemical is removed on the same day when work is complete, no
updating of the chemical register / manifest is required.
References:
HSEF0921.2 Chemical Storage Checklist
3.4.3 Containers and
labelling
All containers holding chemicals - even those used temporarily - are correctly
labelled with the chemical information. This includes containers into which
chemicals are decanted, and containers holding chemical wastes. Further, the
container used is suitable for the chemical type and intended use.
Key Points:
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All chemicals received from suppliers are checked to confirm they are
clearly and correctly labelled by the manufacturer
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All containers used for chemicals are clearly and legibly labelled with, at
a minimum:
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The chemical name
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The chemical strength or concentration, if known
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The hazards associated with that chemical (pictograms may be
used)
Where a label needs to be created (e.g. when transferring chemicals)
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The information required on a chemical label is sourced from
the SDS
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Use HSEF0921.1 Chemical Label Form, or the label generation
function in the Chemwatch online SDS service
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If the contents are unknown, this is clearly stated in the container label
and the container stored in isolation until contents are identified. If the
contents cannot be identified they are disposed of following chemical
waste management requirements (see Section 3.6)
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Where a hazardous chemical is in an enclosed system such as a pipe or
equipment (e.g. a transformer) the enclosure is labelled to clearly
indicate the contents.
References:
HSEF0921.5 Chemical Label Form
Chemwatch backpack SDS service
3.4.4
Store types
There are two types of chemical store: Major Hazard Facilities or Manifest
Quantity Workplace (previously Large Dangerous Substances Location).
Workplaces that store sufficient quantities of chemicals to qualify as a Major
Hazard Facility or Manifest Quantity Workplace must be registered as such with
the Regulator and managed in accordance with legislation.
Key Points:
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Chemical stores that hold Hazardous Chemicals are licenced for storage
of that chemicalo Manifest Quantity Workplace – a chemical store that holds an
amount of chemical greater than the legislated manifest
quantity for that chemical type
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Major Hazard Facility – a chemical store that has the potential
to cause a major accident (as determined by the Regulator).
E.g. a site with Schedule 9 substances greater than 10 % over
the legislated threshold quantity
Changes to registered chemical store licences are recorded in the Legal
Compliance Register HSER0201.1.
Manifest Quantity Workplaces:
 New locations / notifications: Notify the regulator
o immediately it is known that enough hazardous chemicals
(those listed under Schedule 11, WHSA) are to be used,
handled or stored at the workplace to qualify
o use Form 302 - Notification of a manifest quantity workplace
 Decommissioning: notify the Regulator if a site ceases to be a Manifest
Quantity Workplace
o Within 14 days of it no longer using, storing or handling
hazardous chemicals in manifest quantities
o use Form 302 - Notification of a manifest quantity workplace
Major Hazard Facilities:
 Operators of determined Major Hazard Facilities have obligations to:
o Conduct a comprehensive safety assessment, including identify
all major incident hazards for the facility, and prepare a
suitable emergency plan
o Establish a Safety Management System and implement control
measures that manage the risks of major incidents
o Prepare a Safety Case that complies with legal requirements.
 New locations / notifications: Notify the regulator when
o Quantities of hazardous chemicals likely to be present exceed
10% of the threshold quantity
o The quantity of hazardous chemicals present, or planned to be
stored, exceeds the quantity previously notified.
 Decommissioning: Notify the Regulator when chemical storage
maximum quantities are reduced below threshold levels
References:
Safe Work Australia – Placard & manifest requirements under WHS regulations
Safe Work Australia guidance for Major Hazard Facilities
National Standard for the Control of Major Hazard Facilities [NOHSC: 1014
(2002)]
Comcare Guidance Material for schedule 11 hazardous chemicals and
abandonment of tanks notifications. [WHS 012]
3.4.5 Underground
storage tanks
Underground and partially underground fuel tanks are managed as per specific
Tasmanian and National legislative requirements for this chemical storage type.
The person in charge of the store or site is responsible for ensuring these
requirements are met.
Key Points:
 Seek advice and assistance from the Sustainability & Safety team for
managing underground storage tank and complying with legislative
requirements.
 Underground Storage Systems must be installed appropriately and
managed, in line with regulations
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Loss monitoring is undertaken for petroleum storage tanks
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An environmental site assessment is conducted if soil or water
contamination is detected
o Unused tanks are decommissioned appropriately
New Installations:
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The infrastructure owner must ensure that a new underground
petroleum storage system incorporates mandatory equipment
as defined in the Environmental Management and Pollution
Control (Underground Petroleum Storage Systems) Regulations
2010.
Replacement:
o The infrastructure owner of the storage system must ensure
that the whole storage system is replaced and the new storage
system incorporates the mandatory equipment (see above)
and designed and installed in accordance with the
requirements of AS 4897.
Decommissioning:
o Tanks must be reported to the Regulator as abandoned where
(i) a tank has not been used in 2 years, or (ii) it is planned to
cease using a tank for storage.
o Decommissioning and removal is undertaken by a suitably
qualified person, under EPA requirements.
o Evidence of decommissioning must be provided to the
regulator via a certification letter from the qualified person
confirming the decommissioning has taken place in accordance
with AS 4976: Removal and Disposal of Underground Petroleum
Storage Tanks (in Tas, use ‘Decommissioning Abandoned
Storage Systems Form’)
References:
Environmental Management and Pollution Control (Underground Petroleum
Storage Systems) Regulations 2010
AS 4976: Removal and Disposal of Underground Petroleum Storage Tanks.
Underground Petroleum Storage Systems - Decommissioning Assessment Report
Requirements [UPSS 1]
AS 4897-2008: The design, installation and operation of underground petroleum
storage systems
3.4.6
Placarding
Placards are a means of alerting workers and emergency services to the presence
of hazardous materials and providing information about them. They are an
important part of an overall safety management strategy for premises storing or
handling dangerous goods. Placarding requirements are legislated under national
legislation.
Key Points:
 All areas used for the storage of hazardous chemicals must be
appropriately placarded as per Schedule 13 of the Model Work Health
and Safety Regulations.
 The type and location of placard required depends on the quantity and
types of hazardous chemicals on the site – refer to Schedule13 and seek
advice from the Sustainability & Safety Team.
 Placard labels:
o Accurately reflect the quantities and types of hazardous
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chemicals on site
Are mounted as to be clearly visible to and interpreted by
workers and emergency services
Are kept clean and clearly legible, including being placed
separate from any other sign or writing
Are located as close as reasonably practicable to the location in
which the chemical is stored
Comply with the legal requirements for the chemical hazard
and storage quantity.
References:
Model Work Health and Safety Regulations (Regulation 13)
Safe Work Australia – Placard & manifest requirements under WHS regulations
3.4.7 Store
management
All persons responsible for the management or operation of a chemical store are
trained in chemical storage requirements and deemed competent for the role.
Key Points:
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Store persons or others responsible for managing chemical storage
areas, Manifest Quantity Workplaces or Major Hazard Facilities must:
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Attend Hydro Tasmania internal chemical handling training (2
yearly refresher)
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Understand the legal requirements and obligations for
managing that store type
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Maintain the correct registrations and notifications for the
chemicals stored
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Ensure chemicals are correctly stored and labelled
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Ensure up to date SDS are available for all stored chemicals
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Ensure placarding requirements are met and reflect current
storage
References:
HSER0601.1 HSE Training Requirements Register
3.5 Spill & emergency management
3.5.1
Spill management
Spill control is required for all chemicals, both when in storage and when in use.
Site-specific spill management requirements are found in the relevant Site
Adverse Event Response Plans or Manual.
Key points:

Workers handling chemicals are:
o
Aware of the basic spill response requirements for the chemical being
used; and
o
Competent in the use of the spill management equipment.

Chemicals are stored in areas with appropriate spill containment (e.g.
bunded store cupboards, bunded storage buildings).

Spill containment is used whenever chemicals are transferred, decanted or
in use

The spill containment method used must be:

o
Suitable for the chemical type, including potential reactions
o
Able to contain the total volume of the chemicals
Spill containment methods used include fixed and portable bunds, fabric or
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foam booms, absorbent pads and other non-reactive methods of
containment.

Spill controls, including spill kits, are routinely checked and maintained in
good working condition.

Any chemical spills, or hazards relating to spill control or prevention are
reported through Hydro Tasmania’s Incident management process
(HSEP0914)
In case of chemical spills, check the site Emergency Information Manual.
References:
HSEP0920 Oil management (specific information on oil spills)
HSEP0914 Incident Management
Site Adverse Event Response Plans.
3.5.2 Emergency
response
Chemical-related emergencies are unforseen incidents in which there is a risk of
hazardous chemical release. Such incidents may include natural disasters, such as
bushfires and severe weather, significant chemical spills, equipment failures,
vehicle accidents where chemicals are being transported and other
unforeseeable events. These incidents are managed as ‘dangerous substance
emergencies’ through Hydro Tasmania’s emergency response process.
Key points:



All workers report any ‘dangerous substance emergency’ or other
potentially dangerous situation to the site manager as soon as practicably
possible;
Emergency response drills for potential dangerous substance emergencies
(identified through HSE risk assessment) are practiced regularly to ensure
that the planned controls, including worker competency, are adequate.
Chemical emergency response requirements are documented in the site
Adverse Event Response Plans or a project Emergency Response Plan7.
In case of emergencies, check the site Adverse Event Response Plans.
References:
HSEP1201 Emergency Preparedness
HSEP1401 Incident Management
Site Emergency Information Manual
3.5.3
Site Adverse Event
Response Plans
Each Hydro Tasmania site has a site Adverse Event Response Plan, which
provides information in case of emergencies. The Site Adverse Event Response
Plan is reviewed and updated annually by T&O (triggered by a work order) to
ensure all information contained within is correct and complies with legislative
requirements.
Key Points:

For all sites where hazardous chemicals are stored, the Site Adverse
Event Response Plan contains the required information about the
chemicals stored on site, including:
o
Chemical register (inventory)
o
Emergency services manifest (Manifest Quantity Workplaces
only)
o
Safety Data Sheets
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Site maps

The Site Adverse Event Response Plans is kept in an accessible location
close to the site entrance.

All workers on site are familiar with the location and use of the Site
Adverse Event Response Plans
References:
Site Adverse Event Response Plans
3.5.4 Chemical register / A chemical register or manifest is maintained in the Site Adverse Event Response
Plans on each site where chemicals are stored, and documents all the chemicals
manifest
currently stored at that site. The register/manifest is kept up to date at all times
to ensure that accurate information is available to everyone at the site.
A register is a list of the product names of all hazardous chemicals used, handled
or stored at the workplace accompanied by the current SDS for each hazardous
chemical listed.
A manifest provides more detail than a register, including information on the
specific types of hazardous chemicals with physicochemical hazards and acute
toxicity that are used, handled or stored at a workplace. A manifest is only
required where the quantities of those hazardous chemicals exceed prescribed
threshold amounts. Its primary purpose is to provide the emergency services
organisations with information on the quantity, classification and location of
hazardous chemicals at the workplace.
Key Points:

Form HSEF0921.6 Chemical register/manifest is used to create the
register/manifest and lists all the information required.
o



All hazardous chemicals stored on site are listed in the register.
For a Manifest Quantity Workplace the information in the
register/manifest complies with Schedule 12 of the Work Health and
Safety Regulations 2012:
o
It summarises information on the specific types of higher-risk
hazardous chemicals that are used, handled or stored at a
workplace.
o
It contains critical information about the hazardous chemicals
on site and is provided to emergency services personnel in case
of any site emergency.
The register/manifest is updated as soon as reasonably practicable to
reflect changes in:
o
The types or quantities of hazardous chemicals on site
(including when use is discontinued)
o
The information requirements for the register/manifest change
significantly
o
A new SDS issued for a stored chemical
The register/manifest is kept in the Site Adverse Event Response Plan,
stored in the entry building of each Hydro Tasmania site.
o
All workers on site are aware of the register/manifest location
and have access to it.
o
Emergency Services personnel agree with the register/manifest
location and can access it in case of emergency.
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
The register/manifest is reviewed annually (triggered by a work order)
as a minimum, as part of the site stocktake process.
References:
HSEF0921.6 Chemical register / manifest template
Model Work Health and Safety Regulations (2012) (Schedule 12 & Regulation
347)
3.5.5
Site map
The Site Adverse Event Response Plan contains a map (scale plan) of the facility.
This map provides information to workers and emergency services regarding the
location of hazardous chemical stores, and possible routes of chemical escape in
case of spills or emergencies.
Key Points:


The map shows the locations of:
o
All storage of hazardous chemicals in bulk
o
Any chemical manufacturing or processing areas
o
All worksite entries and exits
o
Essential site services (fire fighting equipment, isolation points,
shut off systems, etc.)
o
All site drains
o
The Site Adverse Event Response Plan
The map also provides:
o
The exact location of the site (eastings and northings in GDA
94)
o
The Globally Harmonised System of Dangerous Goods code of
the chemicals at each location
o
Location and nature of adjoining sites or premises
References:
Model Work Health and Safety Regulations (2012) (Schedule 12 & Regulation
347)
3.5.6
Safety Data Sheets
A current Safety Data Sheet (SDS) kept in Site Adverse Event Response Plan for all
hazardous chemicals currently stored or in use on site. The SDS provides
essential information on the chemical, including its composition, the associated
hazards, the PPE required to handle the chemical and emergency response
requirements. The SDS contains all the information required to determine
storage, packaging and transport requirements, and to populate the chemical
register or manifest.
Key Points:

A current SDS must be available for all hazardous chemicals on site
o

The SDS is supplied by the manufacturer, or obtained through the
Chemwatch online SDS service
o

Current means the SDS is less than 5 years old
For SDS held electronically (e.g. Chemwatch), hard copies
should also be available in case of database access issues
The SDS is kept in or near the work area where the substance is used
o
All SDS must be readily accessible to workers at all times, as
well as to Emergency Services Personnel
o
All workers handling chemicals must know how to find and
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interpret the SDS

An SDS must be available before the chemical is used
o

If an SDS is not present for a substance, check the Chemwatch
online SDS service or contact the supplier for a copy.
To find an SDS, use the Chemwatch Backpack online SDS service
o
Use the shortcut on the HSE web portal
o
If no SDS is available, contact the Sustainability and Safety
Team for assistance.
References:
Chemwatch Backpack online SDS service
National model Code of Practice for the preparation of Safety Data Sheets (2011)
3.6 Waste management & disposal
3.6.1
Managing waste
Waste chemicals, including Dangerous Goods and Schedule 11 hazardous
chemicals, have the potential to cause health and safety and/or environmental
problems if not managed appropriately. Further, there are legal requirements
around the storage and disposal of some specific types of chemical waste, called
controlled wastes. All waste chemicals are disposed of appropriately and in
accordance with legal requirements.
Key points:

Chemical waste may include (but is not limited to):
o
Empty chemical containers
o
Used spill sorbents
o
Rags, booms or clothing contaminated with chemicals
o
Used or expired chemicals
o
Reactants or precipitates from chemical processes

Chemical wastes are stored, handled and disposed of following the
requirements for the chemical type, including complying with all legal
requirements

Wastes are managed as described in HSEP0914 - Resource Use and
Waste Management.
o
A Waste Management Plan (HSEF0914.2) may be required.
References:
HSEP0914 Resource use and waste management
HSEF0914.1 Resource and waste register
HSEF0914.2 Resource use and waste management plan
3.6.2
Controlled wastes
While it is important to manage all types of waste generated, the identification,
management, and control of controlled waste has priority over other types of
waste. The legal requirements associated with the management and disposal of
controlled wastes are complied with.
Key points:

Controlled waste substances have specific disposal and record-keeping
requirements that must be complied with.

Information on controlled waste management is provided in HSEP0914
Resource use and waste management.

Contact the Sustainability and Safety Team (Field Environment Advisors)
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for advice on managing controlled wastes.
References:
HSEP0914 Resource use and waste management
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ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Hydro Tasmania (or
Contractor acting as a
“person conducting a
business or undertaking”)
The PCBU holds the primary duty to ensure, so far as is reasonably practicable,
that the health and safety of workers and other persons are not put at risk from
work carried out as part of the conduct of the business or undertaking.
This includes ensuring the safe use, handling and storage of hazardous
chemicals.
In order to manage chemical risks under the WHS Regulations, Hydro Tasmania
must:

identify reasonably foreseeable hazards that could give rise to the risk

eliminate the risk so far as is reasonably practicable

if it is not reasonably practicable to eliminate the risk – minimise the
risk so far as is reasonably practicable by implementing control
measures in accordance with the hierarchy of risk control

maintain the implemented control measure so that it remains effective

review, and if necessary revise all risk control measures so as to
maintain, so far as is reasonably practicable, a work environment that
is without risks to health and safety.
Regulator
A Regulator is a government entity charged with regulating the application of
chemical management legislation. The Regulator is generally responsible for
granting permits and approvals relevant to chemical management legislation. In
Tasmania, “the Regulator” refers to both the Environmental Protection
Authority (EPA) and Work Safe Tasmania.
Job Manager
The Job Manager is responsible for the delivery of the work and all workers
assigned to that site or project. The Job Manager is responsible for ensuring the
obligations of a PCBU are met for that site or project. They are responsible for
managing the risks associated with chemical purchasing, storage, transport,
transfer and use, including ensuring compliance with all relevant chemical
management legislation.
Store manager
A store manager or other person in charge of a location where hazardous
chemicals are stored is responsible for ensuring chemical storage locations are
maintained according to legislative requirements. Their responsibilities include,
but are not limited to:
Worker

Attending Hydro Tasmania internal chemical handling training (2 yearly
refresher);

Understand the legal requirements and obligations for managing the
store and chemical types for which they are responsible;

Maintaining the correct registrations and notifications for the
chemicals stored;

Ensuring all chemicals are correctly stored and labelled;

Ensuring up to date SDS are available for all stored chemicals;

Ensuring placarding requirements are met and reflect current storage.
‘Worker’ refers to any Hydro Tasmania employees, contractors and subcontractors undertaking work on a Hydro Tasmania work site or under direction
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by Hydro Tasmania.
Workers have a duty to take reasonable care for their own health and safety
and must not adversely affect the health and safety of other persons. Workers
must comply with any reasonable instruction and cooperate with any
reasonable policy or procedure relating to the use, handling and storage of
hazardous chemicals at the workplace.
All workers on or at the premises where hazardous chemicals are stored and
handled must:

comply with training, instructions and notices given or displayed by the
occupier that relate to safety associated with dangerous goods;

not willfully remove, cover, block, erase, mutilate or otherwise
interfere with any sign, label or marking that is erected or affixed in
accordance with workplace chemical regulations and standards, or
otherwise misuse anything provided in the interests of safety and
health;

to the extent that they are capable, prevent incidents associated with
hazardous chemicals to ensure the safety and health of persons and
prevent damage to property and the environment; and

not act in a willful, mischievous, irresponsible or malicious manner that
could, or does, adversely affect the safety and health of persons or
cause damage to property or the environment.
Sustainability & Safety Team
(HSE advisors)
The Sustainability & Safety Team provide advice on the HSE risks and checking
legal requirements of chemical use. They can also provide chemical
management training. Contact the team for assistance or advice.
Field Advisors
(environmental and safety)
The Field Environment Advisors and Field Safety Advisors are part of the
Sustainability and Safety Team. They are familiar with field-based operations of
Hydro Tasmania and can provide on-site assistance with chemical management,
as well as reviewing chemical risk assessments and advising on legislative
requirements.
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DEFINITIONS
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AgVet Chemicals
An AgVet chemical (Agricultural Chemical Product) is a hazardous chemical that is
declared under the Agricultural and Veterinary Chemicals Code Act (1994) to be
an agricultural product. It is any declared agricultural chemical substance or
mixture of substances that is represented, imported, manufactured, supplied or
used as a means of directly or indirectly:
i.
destroying, stupefying, repelling, inhibiting the feeding of, or preventing
infestation by or attacks of, any pest in relation to a plant, a place or a
thing; or
ii.
destroying a plant; or
iii. modifying the physiology of a plant or pest so as to alter its natural
development, productivity, quality or reproductive capacity; or
iv. modifying an effect of another agricultural chemical product; or
v.
attracting a pest for the purpose of destroying it.
AgVet chemicals require a permit and must be used, stored, labelled & disposed
of as per those permit requirements and the vendor’s label, which is considered
a contract for use.
Workers shall not use or deal with an agricultural or veterinary chemical product
unless:

It is registered under the AgVet Code of Tasmania;

A permit for use has been issued; and
It is used or dealt with in accordance with a label approved under the Code.
Chemicals
Substances that are used for designated tasks because of their chemical
properties, e.g. adhesives, paints, acids, detergents, solvents, pesticides. In this
procedure, chemicals include dangerous goods and hazardous chemicals, oils,
and fuels.
Chemical register
A site-specific register of chemical information that meets the legal requirements
for a hazardous chemical register under the Model Work Health and Safety
Regulations:

Register of hazardous chemicals:
o
A person conducting a business or undertaking must ensure
that a register of hazardous chemicals at the workplace is
prepared and kept up-to-date. The register must be readily
accessible to workers involved in using, handling or storing
hazardous chemicals and to anyone else who is likely to be
affected by a hazardous chemical at the workplace.
o
The register is a list of the product names of all hazardous
chemicals used, handled or stored at the workplace
accompanied by the current SDS (one that is not more than five
years old) for each hazardous chemical listed. It must be
updated as new hazardous chemicals are introduced to the
workplace or when the use of a particular hazardous chemical
is discontinued.
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Chemical manifest
A site-specific register of chemical information that meets the legal requirements
for a manifest of Schedule 11 Hazardous Chemicals under the Model Work
Health and Safety Regulations:

Manifest of Schedule 11 hazardous chemicals:
o
A person conducting a business or undertaking at a workplace
must prepare a manifest of Schedule 11 hazardous chemicals at
the workplace.
o
A manifest is different from a register. A manifest is a written
summary of specific types of hazardous chemicals with
physicochemical hazards and acute toxicity that are used,
handled or stored at a workplace. A manifest is only required
where the quantities of those hazardous chemicals exceed
prescribed threshold amounts. It contains more detailed
information than a register of hazardous chemicals as its
primary purpose is to provide the emergency services
organisations with information on the quantity, classification
and location of hazardous chemicals at the workplace. It also
contains information such as site plans and emergency contact
details.
The manifest must comply with the requirements of Schedule 12 of the WHS
Regulations and it must be updated as soon as practicable after any change to
the amount or types of chemicals being used, stored, handled or generated at
the workplace.
ChemWatch (chemical
information service)
A computer-based system available through MyHydro that provides information
about chemicals and their management.
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Controlled waste
A controlled waste, as per the Environmental Management and Pollution Control
(Waste Management) Regulations 2000) is:
1.
a substance that is controlled waste within the meaning of the National
Environment Protection Measure (NEPM) entitled the Movement of
Controlled Waste Between States and Territories made by the National
Environment Protection Council on 26 June 1998, as amended from
time to time; or any NEPM substituted for it (see Reference BControlled Waste Lists); and
2.
any waste which exhibits a characteristic specified in List 2 of the NEPM
and is one of the following:
i.
derived or arising from agricultural produce or veterinary chemical
products within the meaning of the Agricultural and Veterinary
Chemicals (Control of Use) Act 1995;
ii.
a dangerous good within the meaning of the Dangerous Goods Act
1998;
iii. derived or arising from poisons within the meaning of the Poisons
Act 1971;
iv. a waste within the meaning of the Quarantine Regulations 2000 of
the Commonwealth;
v.
a scheduled waste within the meaning of a National Management
Plan (that is, a plan prepared under the National Strategy for the
Management of Scheduled Wastes (1993) by ANZECC;
vi. any other waste declared by the Director, Environment Protection
Authority to be waste consisting of, or containing a quantity of, a
pollutant that when placed in, or discharged into, the environment
may –
Dangerous Goods

directly or indirectly cause environmental harm;

give rise to the abnormal concentration of any
substance in any plant, animal or organism above
natural concentrations;

adversely affect the use or value of the receiving
waters for recreational, commercial, domestic,
agricultural or industrial purposes

contain sufficient heat, or be likely to generate
sufficient heat by itself or in combination with other
matter, to ignite or cause fire; or

give rise to undesirable, abnormal or harmful growth
of a plant, animal, virus or organism.
Dangerous Goods: Substances as described in the Australian Dangerous Goods
Code or defined by the Chief Inspector, Dangerous Goods. Dangerous goods are
classified on the basis of the immediate physical or chemical effects that may
impact on people, property or the environment and include classes of substances
or articles that are explosive, flammable, corrosive, chemically reactive, highly
combustible, acutely toxic, radioactive or have infectious properties. The
majority of dangerous goods can also be classified as hazardous to health, that is,
they also meet the hazardous substances criteria.
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Globally Harmonised System
of Classification and
Labelling of Chemicals (GHS)
Hazardous chemicals
The Globally Harmonised System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals,
Third revised edition, published by the United Nations. Under the GHS:

hazard category means a division of criteria within a hazard class in the
GHS.

hazard class means the nature of a physical, health or environmental
hazard under the GHS.

hazard pictogram means a graphical composition, including a symbol
plus other graphical elements, that is assigned in the GHS to a hazard
class or hazard category.

hazard statement means a statement assigned in the GHS to a hazard
class or hazard category describing the nature of the hazards of a
hazardous chemical including, if appropriate, the degree of hazard.
Also known as ‘hazardous substances’, hazardous chemicals are substances,
mixtures and articles used in the workplace that can be classified according to
their health and physicochemical hazards. Health hazards are hazards like skin
irritants, carcinogens or respiratory sensitisers that have an adverse effect on a
worker’s health as a result of direct contact with or exposure to the chemical,
usually through inhalation, skin contact or ingestion. Physicochemical hazards
generally result from the physical or chemical properties, like flammable,
corrosive, oxidising or explosive substances.
Hazardous chemicals were previously classified by the Approved Criteria for
Classifying Hazardous Substances and the Australian Code for the Transport of
Dangerous Goods by Road and Rail (ADG Code). Now, under the Globally
Harmonised System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals (GHS), a
hazardous chemical satisfies the criteria of a GHS hazard class with the exception
of a substance, mixture or article that satisfies the criteria solely for one of the
following hazard classes:
i.
acute toxicity—oral—category 5;
ii.
acute toxicity—dermal—category 5;
iii. acute toxicity—inhalation—category 5;
iv. skin corrosion/irritation—category 3;
v.
serious eye damage/eye irritation—category 2B;
vi. aspiration hazard—category 2;
vii. flammable gas—category 2;
viii. acute hazard to the aquatic environment—category 1, 2 or 3;
ix. chronic hazard to the aquatic environment—category 1, 2, 3 or 4;
x.
hazardous to the ozone layer.
A schedule 11 hazardous chemical means a hazardous chemical or combination
of hazardous chemicals specified in the Model Work Health and Safety
Regulations, Schedule 11, table 11.1.
Note: Not every hazardous chemical is classed as a dangerous good AND not all
Dangerous Goods are Hazardous Chemicals. However, many materials are
classified as both a Hazardous Chemicals and Dangerous Goods.
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Hierarchy of control
The hierarchy of control measures is used to determine practical and effective
controls for identified risks. The hierarchy is:

Elimination,

Substitution

Isolation

Engineering controls,

Administration controls

Personal protective equipment (PPE).
You must always aim to eliminate a hazard and associated risk first. If this is not
reasonably practicable, the risk must be minimised by using one or more of the
following approaches:

Substitution

Isolation

Implementing engineering controls.
If a risk then remains, it must be minimised by implementing administrative
controls, so far as is reasonably practicable. Any remaining risk must be
minimised with suitable personal protective equipment (PPE).
Administrative control measures and PPE rely on human behaviour and
supervision and when used on their own, tend to be the least effective ways of
minimising risks.
Major Hazard Facility
Major hazard facility (MHF) means a facility:
i.
at which Schedule 15 chemicals (Model Work Health and Safety
Regulations) are present or likely to be present in a quantity that
exceeds their threshold quantity; or
ii.
that is determined by the Regulator to be a major hazard facility.
Major hazard facilities are locations such as oil refineries, chemical plants and
large fuel and chemical storage sites where large quantities of hazardous
materials are stored, handled or processed.
Operators of determined MHFs have obligations to:

Identify all major incidents and major incident hazards for the facility

Conduct and document a safety assessment in relation to the operation
of the facility that involves a comprehensive and systematic
investigation and analysis of all aspects of risks to health and safety that
could occur in the operation of the MHF

Implement control measures that eliminate or minimise the risk of a
major incident occurring at the MHF

Prepare an emergency plan

Establish a Safety Management System (SMS) for the operation of the
MHF
Prepare a Safety Case for the MHF that demonstrates that the MHF’s SMS will
control risks arising from major incidents and major incident hazards and
demonstrates the adequacy of the measures to be implemented by the operator
to control risks associated with the occurrence of major incidents.
Manifest quantity
Manifest quantity means the quantity referred to in Schedule 11 of the Model
Work Health & Safety Regulations [Table 11.1, Column 5] for that hazardous
chemical.
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Manifest Quantity
Workplace
A workplace where hazardous chemicals are stored or used in quantities above
the Manifest Quantity for that substance.
Placard
A placard means a sign or notice displayed or intended for display in a prominent
place, or next to a container or storage area for hazardous chemicals at a
workplace that contains information about the hazardous chemical stored in the
container or storage area.
An emergency information panel (EIP) is a placard that includes warning and
emergency information on dangerous goods. They are generally seen when
dangerous goods are being transported on a tank vehicle, e.g. LPG and petrol
tankers.
A placard must meet the requirements given in Regulation 13 of the Model Work
Health & Safety Regulations.
Placard quantity
Placard quantity means the quantity referred to in Schedule 11 of the Model
Work Health & Safety Regulations [Table 11.1, Column 4] for that hazardous
chemical.
Placard load
Placard load means a load in a transport unit that must display appropriate
placards based on the aggregate quantity of dangerous goods in the load, as per
Chapter 5.3 of the Australian Dangerous Goods Code [ADG7].
Safety Data Sheet (SDS)
Previously known as Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), the SDS contains
information on the identity of a chemical product and any hazardous ingredients,
potential health effects, toxicological properties, physical hazards, safe use,
handling and storage, emergency procedures, and disposal requirements specific
to the chemical. An SDS must meet the requirements of the Model Work Health
and Safety Regulations [Regulation 330 and 331].
Transfer and Transport
Transfer is the deliberate moving of oil, fuel, or another chemical from one
containing vessel to another, while transport is the movement of oil, fuel, or
another chemical from one site to another (including non-Hydro sites).
Threshold quantity
threshold quantity means a quantity of a Schedule 15 chemical (Model Work
Health and Safety Regulations) where:
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i.
the threshold quantity of a specific hazardous chemical as determined
under clause 3 of Schedule 15; or
ii.
the aggregate threshold quantity of 2 or more hazardous chemicals as
determined under clause 4 of Schedule 15.
RELATED DOCUMENTS & RESOURCES
HSEF0921.1
Chemical purchase checklist
HSEF0921.2
Chemical storage checklist
HSEF0921.3
Chemical transport checklist
HSEF0921.4
Chemical transfer checklist
HSEF0921.5
Chemical label form
HSEF0921.6
Chemical register/manifest form
HSEF0921.7
Chemical use checklist
HSER0921.1
Approved chemicals register
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HSEP0301
Hazard identification and risk management
HSEP0303
JHA & SWMS procedure
HSEF0303.1
JHA template
HSEP0914
Resource use & waste management
HSEF0914.2
Resource use & waste management plan
HSEP0920
Oil management
HSEF0920.1
Oil transfer & transport plan
HSEF0920.2
Fuel Storage Tank Checklist
HSEP1201
Emergency preparedness
AgVet
chemicals
Agricultural and Veterinary Chemicals (Control of Use) Act 1995
Hazardous
chemicals
Model Workplace Health and Safety Act (2012)
All storage of AgVet chemicals must be in accordance with the Agricultural and Veterinary
Chemicals Code Act 1994
Model Work Health and Safety Regulations (2012)
Globally Harmonised System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals (GHS)
Code of Practice for the labelling of workplace hazardous chemicals
Dangerous
goods
Australian Dangerous Goods Code (7th Edition) [ADGC7]
Dangerous Goods (Road and Rail Transport) Act 2010 (Tasmania)
National Standard for the Storage and Handling of Workplace Dangerous Goods [NOHSC: 1015
(2001)]
Underground
storage tanks
AS 4976: Removal and Disposal of Underground Petroleum Storage Tanks.
Comcare Guidance Material for schedule 11 hazardous chemicals and abandonment of tanks
notifications. [WHS 012]
Environmental Management and Pollution Control (Underground Petroleum Storage Systems)
Regulations 2010
EPA Tasmania Environmental Management and Pollution Control (Underground Petroleum
Storage Systems) Regulations 2010
EPA Tasmania Underground Petroleum Storage Systems - Decommissioning Assessment
Report Requirements [UPSS 1]
Major hazard
facilities
Safe Work Australia guidance for Major Hazard Facilities
National Standard for the Control of Major Hazard Facilities [NOHSC: 1014 (2002)]
Chemical
transport
Placarding quantity: see schedules 11 and 13 of the WHS Regulations 2012.
Labelling
chemicals
National model Code of Practice for the labelling of workplace hazardous chemicals (2011)
Storing
chemicals
Storage and handling standards are available on the Safe Work Australia Web Site: [NOHSC:
1015 (2001)] - National Standard for the Storage and Handling of Workplace Dangerous Goods
Temporary
Storage
Storage and handling standards are available on the Safe Work Australia Web Site: [NOHSC:
1015 (2001)] - National Standard for the Storage and Handling of Workplace Dangerous Goods
Dangerous Goods (Road and Rail Transport) Act 2010 - Tasmania
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REVISION HISTORY
Revision
number
Revision
date
Detailed revision description
ORIGINAL ISSUE
Reviewed by
Approved by
Environment and
Sustainability
Manager
0
17 Feb 06
This procedure supersedes EM-M01 Rev 3, EM-M02 Rev 2, EMM03 Rev 3, EM-M04 Rev 2, and EM-M05 Rev 5
1
6 April 2006
Amendments in relation to management of AgVet Chemicals
Environment and
Sustainability
Manager
2
19 June 2006
Upgrade of hazard register definition
Environment and
Sustainability
Manager
3
20 Feb 2007
Reference to Ozone Depleting substances
Environment and
Sustainability
Manager
4
10 Dec 2007
Inclusion of EF805 Fuel Storage Tank Checklist
Business
Sustainability
Manager
5
18 February
2008
Updated roles and responsibilities based on Hydro Tasmania
Environmental Plan June 2007- June 2010
Business
Sustainability
Manager
6
18 March
2009
Updated links to legislation
Business
Sustainability
Manager
7
14
December
2009
Updated for new Tas Dangerous Substances Legislation
Business
Sustainability
Manager
8
10 April
2011
Updated to reflect new organizational structure as well as
incorporating Momentum Energy into the Scope of the ESMS
Sustainability and
Safety Manager
9
8 May 2012
Moved into HSE system
Sustainability and
Safety Manager
10
January 2013
Major review
Sustainability and
Safety Manager
11
May 2014
Update to reflect changes under the Work Health & Safety
Regulations 2012
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APPENDIX A SEGREGATION CHART
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