WHS Risk Management Plan Template Life Among the Ruins
To assist teachers in planning the risk assessment at Adelong Falls this template as prepared by Senior Water watch Teachers Guide Section 9.5 may help.
Please note: Site hazards change over time at the same site. Complete a risk assessment and priority each time an activity occurs at a site. Check with
Tumut Shire Council in preparing this assessment on current conditions at the Falls
Group name:
Group Coordinator:
Students Numbers:
Teachers:
Contact Numbers:
Special Needs:
Location:
Date of Activity:
Hazard/risk identification
Preliminary site inspection and assessment completed
Date:
Assessed
Risk level
( see matrix next
page)
General : all emergencies
Who?
Mobile phone and first aid kit carried in support vehicle and
emergency numbers provided to school office staff with
whereabouts known and expected time of return.
 Mobile phone reception can be variable within the Adelong
falls Reserve
 Dr. Surgery in Adelong
 Checking prior and during, warning, avoidance. Protection
and shelter.
 Cold weather – students take warm clothing
 Sun- appropriate clothing, hat, sunscreen and water bottle.
 Extreme Weather- alternative sheltered location, checking,
warning.
 Explicit instructions prior to activities.
 Close supervision of students
Environmental Hazards: weather
 Cold weather
 Heat ,UV rays
 Extreme weather events, eg wind, storms,
flash flooding
Proximity of road
Environmental hazards; Insects/plant/animal
 Snakes
 Mosquitos and insect pests
 Trees and branches in windy conditions
Hazard/risk identification
Preliminary site inspection and assessment completed
Risk Management PlanManagement/control measures
Teacher should ensure they follow the OH&S policy of the school, plus
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Assessed
Risk level
Warnings issued. Check sites. Avoid high risk sites.
Insect repellent, sunscreen and water at each site.
Checking trees, warnings and alternative venue
Risk Management PlanManagement/control measures
Who?
( see matrix next
page)
Date:
Site surface and dangerous objects
 Needles, broken glass
 Rough or uneven terrain- slipping, tripping,
grazes, sprains
 Water variable depths in pools can at time
be fast flowing
Students: personal
 Poor behaviour
 Existing medical conditions
 Allergic reactions
Activities ( cross out if it does not apply)
 Use of chemicals
 Use of Equipment
 Carrying equipment eg poles

Site check, explicit instructions prior to activities, sharps
container
 Wear long trousers /jeans /long sleeve shirts
 Wear enclosed, sturdy footwear
 Wear brimmed hats
Teachers should ensure that:
 Students behave in appropriate manner
 Information about student medical condition is known
 Preparation is made for essential emergency treatment.
 Explicit instructions prior to activities.
 Close supervision of students
 Students provided with safety equipment ( wear required) eg
rubber gloves and safety glasses
 Carry equipment safely eg carry poles horizontally.
 Close supervision, no swimming, work with a buddy.
 Wash hands thoroughly after contact with water. Gloves on
request.
 Choice of site
Proximity to water
 Drowning
 Health issues-dirty water, mud and sediment
Risk Assessment
Matrix
How serious could
the injury be?
Death or permanent
disability
Long term illness or
serious injury
Medical Attention and
several days off
First Aid Needed
Teacher should ensure they follow the OH&S policy of the school, plus
How likely is it to be serious?
Note: Risk management for this activity is the responsibility of the school and
teachers from that school.
Very
likely
1
Likely
Unlikely
1
2
Very
Unlikely
3
1
2
3
4
2
3
4
5
3
4
5
6
Consultation with Principal/Senior Teacher prior to monitoring:
Date:
Consulted With(signature)
Persons Exposed to Risks: attach list of participants and students with special
needs