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HSEREF0602.1 Health safety and
environment (HSE) induction guide
(Level 2)
Date: December 2015
Title:
Approver:
Hydro Tasmania Standard
Health safety and environment (HSE)
induction guide
Document Owner:
Date Created:
WHS & HSE Systems Manager
Date Approved:
Date Effective:
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HSE team
March 2013
December 2015
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‘Each of us needs to understand and apply the principles of
good safety and environmental management in our daily work.
I hope you will carry this commitment to safety and
sustainability with you both on and off the job.’
Chief Executive Officer
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Contents
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Welcome
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1.1
Purpose statement
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1.2
Objectives of the health, safety and environment (HSE) induction
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1.2.1 Modes of delivery
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1.2.2 Completing the induction
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HSE Overview
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2.1
HSE policies and commitments
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2.1.1 Hydro Tasmania values
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2.1.2 Health safety and wellbeing policy
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2.1.3 Environmental policy
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2.2
HSE management system
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2.3
Life Saving Rules
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2.4
Breaches and disciplinary action
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HSE induction, training and competency
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3.1
HSE training
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3.1.1 Worker First Aid
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3.2
Hydro Tasmania induction levels
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3.3
Site access
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3.3.1 Personal protective equipment (PPE)
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3.3.2 Hazardous and restricted areas
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3.3.3 Visitors
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3.4
High risk work licences (HRWL)
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3.5
HSE communication and consultation
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Legal and other requirements
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4.1
Health and Safety
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4.1.1 Legally defined workplace roles
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Environment
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4.2.1 Environmental impact assessments and management plans
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4.2
5.
6.
Hazard identification and risk management
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5.1
Basic risk management approach
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5.2
Hazard identification and risk management tools
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Fitness for work
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6.1
Alcohol and other drugs
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6.2
Infections and diseases
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6.3
Fatigue management
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6.4
Smoke free workplace
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6.5
Occupational health
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6.5.1 Hazardous manual tasks
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6.5.3 Managing employee health and well-being
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6.5.4 Rehabilitation
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7.1
Hazardous substances
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7.1.1 Chemical handling
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Hazardous environments
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7.2.1 Safety signs
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7.2.2 Working alone, or in isolated or remote area
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7.2.3 Working in or near water
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7.2.4 Working at heights
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7.3
Electrical safety
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7.3.1 Electric shock
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7.4
Tools and mobile equipment
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7.4.1 Compressed air safety
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7.4.2 Power tools
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Travel and transport
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7.5.1 International travel
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7.5.2 Domestic travel
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7.5.3 Road safety
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Ergonomics
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7.5
7.6
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Specific hazards
7.2
8.
6.5.2 Electromagnetic fields (EMF)
Management of contractors and suppliers
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8.1
Hydro Tasmania responsibilities
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8.2
Contractor / supplier responsibilities
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Behavioural Safety
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10. Incident management and emergency response
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10.1 Incident management
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10.2 Emergency preparedness
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10.2.1 Evacuation
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10.3 Incident and emergency response equipment
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11. Notes
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Welcome
Welcome to the Hydro Tasmania Group’s health, safety and environment (HSE) induction
(level 2) guide. This induction must be completed by all Hydro Tasmania Group employees
and any contractors or sub-contractors performing work on Hydro Tasmania-controlled
sites. The Hydro Tasmania Group, here-after referred to as Hydro Tasmania, includes the
entities trading as Hydro Tasmania, Entura and Momentum.
1.1
Purpose statement
This induction guide provides mandatory HSE information and minimum HSE requirements
for workers on Hydro Tasmania assets and sites.
1.2
Objectives of the health, safety and environment (HSE) induction
The HSE induction has three main objectives:
1. To outline the unique health, safety and environmental aspects and impacts of
Hydro Tasmania work sites and activities;
2. To introduce you to the safety and environmental planning tools and procedures
used at Hydro Tasmania.
3. To enable you to meet your responsibility for managing the health, safety and
environmental impact of yourself and others on the worksite; and
1.2.1
Modes of delivery
This induction can be delivered at a formal face-to-face session conducted by the HSE Team
or by the worker’s line manager.
1.2.2
Completing the induction
Proof of successful completion of this induction is required to work for Hydro Tasmania and
you need to keep a record of completion with you at all times when working at Hydro
Tasmania field sites. This may be a validated training record in an Australian Electricity
Supply Industry Passport, a validated Hydro Tasmania induction card, a copy of the signed
competency assessment. In addition an electronic record of HSE level 2 inductions is
maintained by HR.
Upon successful completion of the HSE induction assessment and before you can start work,
you must also complete a formal site specific induction (level 3) with the Hydro Tasmania
representative for each site that you will be working on. You may also be required to sign on
to a Hydro Tasmania Permit to Work. If you are unsure about whether you need to sign onto
a Permit to Work, ask your Hydro Tasmania representative.
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HSE Overview
2.1
HSE policies and commitments
Hydro Tasmania has a HSE Management System that supports:
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The Workplace Health, Safety and Wellbeing Policy;
Environmental Policy; and
Sustainability Code.
These documents set the business expectation for HSE performance and are publically available on
the Hydro Tasmania website (www.hydro.com.au).
2.1.1
Hydro Tasmania values
Hydro Tasmania’s corporate values underpin the way we do business, including our approach to HSE
management. Our values are:
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We put people’s health and safety first;
We build value for our partners and customers through innovation and outstanding service;
We behave with honesty and integrity;
We work together, respect each other and value our diversity;
We are accountable for our actions; and
We are committed to creating a sustainable future
Health safety and wellbeing policy
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2.1.3
Environmental policy
2.2
HSE management system
Hydro Tasmania has an integrated Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) Management System that
meets, and is certified to the international standards OHSAS 18001 and ISO 14001. This HSE
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management system enables the organisation to manage its HSE risks and improve its HSE
performance.
2.3
Life Saving Rules
The Life Saving Rules apply to all workers working for Hydro Tasmania on Hydro Tasmania controlled
work sites. The Life Saving Rules are:
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Never attempt to undertake a task unless you are trained, competent and authorised
Never remove or alter another person’s isolation lock, tag or other isolation restraint device
Never wilfully bypass any safety interlock device
Never interfere with or alter any engineered safety device
Never enter a confined space without authorisation and appropriate controls including valid
Confined Space Permit.
6. Never operate or work with plant or equipment that you are not deemed competent or
authorised to operate and work with.
7. Always attend work in a fit condition or advise your supervisor when you’re not.
8. Always verify and control stored energy (mechanical, electrical, pressure, chemical etc.) prior
to starting a task.
9. Always prevent a person or object fall from height and where required, using fall restraint or
fall arrest systems.
10. Always remain clear of line of fire hazards including standing or walking under a suspended
load.
11. Always work within the scope of a Permit to Work
A failure to comply will result in disciplinary action including possible dismissal or cancellation of
contract.
2.4
Breaches and disciplinary action
It is mandatory for all workers to comply with the requirements outlined in the HSE Management
System. Breaches in HSE system processes may result in:
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Counselling
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Written warning
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Final warning
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Termination of employment or contract.
Significant breaches can result in instant dismissal or termination of employment or contract without
notice.
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HSE induction, training and competency
Hydro Tasmania requires that all workers are inducted, trained and deemed competent to perform
their work, including managing the HSE risks. Training and induction requirements and checks are in
place to manage competency.
3.1
HSE training
3.1.1
Worker First Aid
A current first aid certificate is mandatory for Hydro Tasmania workers when working in the following
areas:
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3.2
Field-based areas, including power stations, remote areas, outdoor work, work in or around
waterways, construction sites and maintenance activities:
o Employees - Apply First Aid.
o Contractors - Basic Emergency Life Support, however there must be at least one
colleague on site with Apply First Aid.
Office environments, including Entura and Momentum offices and the Hobart office:
o As defined by role and business unit.
Hydro Tasmania induction levels
Corporate
(Level 1)
Introduces all Hydro Tasmania employees to the organisation, including relevant information
on Hydro Tasmania values, policies and expected conduct. Completed by direct employees
and by those contractors requiring unsupervised access to Hydro Tasmania property and
information systems.
Valid for duration of employment.
Health, safety
& environment
(Level 2)
Valid for two years from date of issue.
Site specific
(Level 3)
Introduces all Hydro Tasmania workers to Hydro Tasmania’s health, safety, and environmental
hazards and management requirements and the HSE management system. It outlines the
obligations and responsibilities of all workers to apply the HSE management system.
Specific to each Hydro Tasmania, work site, this induction introduces all workers (employees
and un-accompanied contractors) to the site, including the specific hazards, controls,
emergency procedures and project/task specific safety requirements. Required for each site
where work will be done, it is conducted before starting any work. Any person on a site who is
not Level 3 inducted will be appropriately supervised.
Valid for two years from date of issue.
3.3
Site access
To access Hydro Tasmania sites, workers are required to have completed the relevant levels of
induction and be granted access through issuing of ID cards and / or registering their attendance
(contractors).
In addition workers may also require:
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A photo ID tag for use on tag boards;
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An understanding of the scope of works and physical limits of the work area;
A valid construction industry induction card;
Hydro Tasmania Permit to Work training:
o Hydro Tasmania instructed person (IP).
o Hydro Tasmania person in charge (PIC).
Personal protective equipment (PPE)
All persons on Hydro Tasmania sites must comply with PPE requirements. Mandatory PPE
requirements for Hydro Tasmania work sites and sign posted areas (excluding office environments
and sites not classified as construction areas) are:
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Hard hat;
Safety glasses;
High visibility clothing (long sleeves and long pants);
Safety boots; and
Hearing protection and gloves carried and used where required.
Note that the minimum equipment listed may not always be adequate for the job and additional PPE
should be used based upon job specific risk and as posted in the workplace.
PPE provides essential protection against injury and illness and as such it shall be kept in a clean and
reliable condition, free of defects or damage, and be capable of providing the necessary protection.
Any PPE that is degraded, damaged, worn out or otherwise in disrepair shall be discarded and
replaced. Additionally, the following safety clothing requirements apply:
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Loose jewellery is an entanglement hazard and shall be contained or removed;
Long hair including beards shall be safely contained;
Long sleeved shirts and pants shall be worn on work sites; and
Clothing shall be properly fitted and fastened at all times to prevent entanglement.
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Hazardous and restricted areas
There are additional specific training and awareness requirements for access to Hydro Tasmania
hazardous and restricted areas. Restricted areas are sites that are kept secure at all times for safety
and business risk, including but not limited to:
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Power station buildings;
Switchyards;
Intake structures (e.g. intake gate buildings, hill-top valve houses, dam galleries);
Work sites with a Permit To Work in place; and
Offices and amenities.
You can only access a restricted area if you have been authorised. Access to these areas is controlled
using locks and keys or electronic swipe card systems, and entry conditions are strictly followed. This
may include a site specific induction, signing on to a Permit to Work or being accompanied at all
times.
3.3.3
Visitors
Visitors may access permitted areas on Hydro Tasmania sites, provided they are continuously
accompanied by a suitably accountable person.
Visitors are required to register their attendance and may also be required to wear a visitors tag in
Hydro Tasmania offices.
3.4
High risk work licences (HRWL)
All workers performing work activities requiring a high risk work licence shall hold a valid licence for
that work activity and be assessed as competent to perform the task. The licenced person shall carry
their licence with them and present it on request.
Common types of high risk licences required for work with Hydro Tasmania include:
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3.5
Cranes and hoists
Dogging and rigging
Scaffolding work
Forklift operation
HSE communication and consultation
Hydro Tasmania shares HSE knowledge and experience through a
range of methods, including communications sessions, training and
awareness programs, electronic communications and field-based
safety and environmental advisors. Workplace health and safety
information is commonly shared through ‘local safety teams’, who
coordinate health and safety communications and initiatives at
Hydro Tasmania site.
Opportunities are provided for workers to raise HSE issues and
concerns and to provide feedback on Hydro Tasmania’s HSE
performance. The business currently follows a structure which
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provides resources to proactively engage employees and managers in HSE management. All groups
across Hydro Tasmania, including contractors, have the ability to address HSE issues at their level and
to escalate any issue through proactive communication lines using line management.
This can be done through a number of avenues including:
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HSE hazard and incident reporting;
Site or project toolbox meetings;
HSE Representatives;
Line managers and job managers;
Safety or environmental advisors;
Team meetings;
Group meetings;
Defined HSE meetings; and
Executive safety meetings, chaired by CEO.
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Legal and other requirements
4.1
Health and Safety
The Work Health and Safety Act 2012 sets out the legal duties that employers and workers have with
regard to managing health and safety in the workplace. Section 19 of the act outlines the employer’s
duties and states that an employer must ensure, where practicable, that:
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Workers are so far as is reasonably practicable, safe from injury and risks to health;
A safe working environment is provided and maintained;
Safe systems of work are in place; and
Plant and substances are maintained in a safe condition.
Hydro Tasmania will also provide reasonable information, instruction, training and supervision to
ensure the employees safety.
Workers are also required to take reasonable care for their own health and safety and for the health
and safety of others, including complying with any direction given by an employer or their
representative with respect to health and safety matters.
4.1.1
Legally defined workplace roles
For the purpose of Hydro Tasmania’s HSE Management System, the following definitions shall be
considered to represent and be in line with the definitions of a Person Conducting a Business or
Undertaking (PCBU), as described under Work Health and Safety legislation
Officer: a person responsible for ensuring due diligence and that the PCBU complies with legislative
requirements.
Worker: a person who undertakes work activities who is responsible for taking reasonable care,
obeying HSE instructions, co-operating and taking care to work in a safe and environmentallysensitive manner.
A worker is any person carrying out work in any capacity for Hydro Tasmania Group, including
employees, contractors and sub-contractors, employees of a labour hire company, outworkers,
apprentices or trainees, work integrated learning or work experience students and volunteers.
Competent person: A person who has, through a combination of training, education, assessment and
experience, acquired knowledge and skills to correctly perform a specified task.
A competent person is responsible for assessing the HSE risks and reviewing the effectiveness of
controls for a work activity they are performing or are accountable for, within their area of
competency.
4.2
Environment
Environmental legal responsibilities and requirements exist under a range of State and National
legislation, including the Environmental Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999 and state
legislation around protecting threatened species, preventing pollution and managing waterways. Due
to the complex nature of environmental legislation, Hydro Tasmania has established a team of
environmental specialists who can provide information and advice on environmental compliance
requirements that apply to specific work projects or activities.
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The types of activities and impacts that must meet environmental legislative requirements include,
but are not limited to:
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Prevention of pollution: preventing emissions on to air, water and soil, including:
o Minimising smoke, dust and any other air-born pollutants;
o Minimising the risks of waterway contamination through chemical spills, including
oil;
o Managing soils, excavations, stockpiles and quarries to minimising the risk of erosion;
o Minimising waste production and ensuring that wastes, in particular controlled
wastes, are disposed of appropriately and in accordance with legal requirement; and
o Minimising noise pollution.
Plants and animals: managing threats to flora and fauna such as:
o Protecting threatened plants and animals;
o Preventing the spread of soil pathogens and weeds;
o Obtaining permits to clear vegetation;
o Obtaining permits to survey or sample plants and animals; and
o Notifying the relevant authorities of planned impacts on plants or animals, such as
draining waterways.
Cultural heritage: managing historic and aboriginal heritage values, including:
o Arranging aboriginal heritage surveys for planned work with ground disturbance;
o Obtaining and complying with Permit to Disturb requirements; and
o Protecting identified cultural heritage values and complying with heritage
management plans.
Protecting World Heritage values: complying with all requirements for working in the
Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area, such as:
o Giving the required notifications and obtaining relevant permits; and
o Implementing the agreed environmental control measures.
In order to ensure compliance with environmental legislation, all workers must comply with the
Hydro Tasmania Environmental Policy and the requirements of our HSE management system, obtain
any relevant environmental permits prior to work starting, and seek advice from relevant experts as
required.
4.2.1
Environmental impact assessments and management plans
Depending on the nature and scale of work an environmental impact assessment (EIA) may be
required. Control measures to manage the risks identified in the EIA are documented in an
environmental management plan (EMP). All Hydro Tasmania workers shall comply with the control
measures listed in the EMP. Completing an EIA will also assist with determining the requirement for
regulatory approvals, licences, permits, etc.
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Hazard identification and risk management
5.1
Basic risk management approach
HSE risk management at Hydro Tasmania follows the hierarchy of controls. The hierarchy lists the
methods of risk control in order of effectiveness. Hydro Tasmania requires that efforts are made to
address the risk effectively as high up the hierarchy as reasonably practicable.
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Eliminate: where possible the hazard should be eliminated (or reduced to a level as low as
reasonably practicable) by altering the job design, methods, location or other possible
change. When it is impractical to eliminate the hazard, work down the hierarchy to identify
ways to reduce the risks associated with that hazard.
Substitute: replace the hazardous component, practice or substance with a less-hazardous
alternative.
Isolate: prevent access or exposure to the hazard through the use of personal isolation locks
or other access or operation restriction methods.
Engineering: alter the product design or work environment to reduce the risk associated with
a hazard (e.g. putting guards in place).
Administrative: develop safe working methods, implement procedures, and deliver training
or other measures to improve people’s management of the risk.
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): wear the appropriate protective equipment to reduce
the likelihood or severity of injury. PPE should be considered and used as the last line of
defence against injury.
Reduced effectiveness
ELIMINATE
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PPE
Hazard identification and risk management tools
Corporate HSE Risk Register: Identifies the high level HSE hazards and risks that have the potential
to impact the whole of the business. Activities to assist in managing these hazards and reducing risk
levels are documented within a Hydro Tasmania Health, Safety and Environmental Improvement Plan
(HSEIP).
Business Area Risk Registers: Identify the hazards and risks particular to a particular business area
within the Hydro Tasmania Group, and provide details on the required controls to mitigate those
risks. Activities to assist in managing these hazards and reducing risk levels are documented within
Business Area specific HSEIPs.
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Site Based Risk Registers: Hydro Tasmania has developed a workplace hazard register for the
majority of our work sites. The hazard register assists in identifying HSE hazards, risk levels, control
measures and remedial actions for specific Hydro Tasmania sites and assets.
This register is to be used by workers to identify known hazards and should be considered in any risk
assessment process, such as Take 5, Job Hazard Analysis, Environmental Impact Assessment or Safe
Work Method Statement.
Job hazard analysis (JHA): A JHA is a documented, task-specific risk assessment, used to
systematically analyse the steps of a job to ensure reasonable and practicable measures are taken to
control the associated HSE hazards. A JHA is the main risk management tool used at Hydro Tasmania
as is required for most field-based work activities. You must carry out a job hazard analysis if:
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A Take 5 identifies the uncontrolled risk level to be greater than low.
A permit to work (PTW) is required.
An approved JHA, Environmental Management Plan or Safe Work Method Statement for the
task does not already exist.
Take 5: The Take 5 process shall be used to identify and assess basic HSE hazards throughout a job.
Take 5 checklist pads are available to assist and prompt you through the basic risk assessment steps.
Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA): An (EIA) is used to document the environmental, social and
cultural heritage risks associated with a project or work activity. An EIA is required for any work
activity that involves a defined environmental impact activity (see HSEP0301 – Hazard Identification
and Risk Management).
Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS): A SWMS is a detailed description of how a specific task is
performed. It is required for any tasks that involve high risk work activities, as per the Workplace
Health and Safety Act 2012 or any task identified as high risk through a risk assessment process.
Toolbox meetings: Toolbox meetings are mandatory pre-start meetings held before work
commences for each day or shift, at the beginning of a major job task or if there is a change to plant,
process or materials. Contractors are required to attend all Hydro Tasmania toolbox meetings for the
projects or sites they are working on.
SafeStart Interactions: A SSI is intended to reinforce positive safety behaviour, identify any
inappropriate safety behaviours, agree on modified behaviours and prevent injuries and property
damage. The SSI process involves:
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Observing a person performing a work activity;
Engaging the observed person to discuss the activity; and
Discussing any relevant health and safety issues or concerns with the person.
HSE management plans: It is a requirement of Hydro Tasmania to use HSE management plans for all
major shutdowns, projects and specific jobs. Either a combined HSE management plan, or separate
safety and environmental (including cultural heritage) management plans may be developed. The
management plans explain what the HSE risks are and how they shall be managed. They are living
documents that are reviewed throughout the project and updated as new hazards are identified, as
risks change or as better controls are identified.
All management plans shall be reviewed by relevant HSE experts and approved by Hydro Tasmania
line management prior to starting work on the project or job.
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Fitness for work
It is your responsibility to ensure that you are fit for work. You are required to tell your supervisor or
Hydro Tasmania representative if you are unfit for work. This could include being ill, injured, using
medication that may impair your ability to work safely, being under the influence of illicit drugs or
alcohol, being tired, and fatigued or having personal issues.
6.1
Alcohol and other drugs
Hydro Tasmania is committed to providing a drug and alcohol free workplace to improve the safety
and wellbeing of all. As such, all workers are required to:
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Have zero blood alcohol content (BAC) in the workplace, including offices, workshops, power
stations, construction sites and Hydro Tasmania vehicles;
Not be affected by the consumption of illicit drugs; and
Notify their line manager and colleagues of any prescription or general medication that could
affect the ability to drive, operate machinery or complete tasks safely.
Hydro Tasmania conducts drug and alcohol testing on all sites. Workers are required to take part in
testing as requested. Contractor personnel are required to consent to Hydro Tasmania’s testing
policies at the commencement of their engagement.
Hydro Tasmania is committed to providing education on alcohol and drugs for all employees and
provides assistance to any employees impacted by alcohol or drug problems through the employee
assistance program (EAP).
Alcohol and drug testing may be conducted in the following circumstances:
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A program of random testing may be implemented in any Hydro Tasmania workplace at any
time, on any worker or visitor;
Following a serious incident or near miss;
Voluntarily self-testing your blood alcohol content prior to working; and
‘Causal testing’ as requested by a colleague or manager if there is reasonable suspicion that
the requirements have been contravened.
Infections and diseases
All workers have a responsibility to help prevent the spread of infectious diseases in the workplace.
Normal hygiene measures should be used at all times:
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Cover your cough;
Wash your hands;
Keep your distance;
Know the signs of the flu; and
Stay at home if sick.
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Fatigue management
Fatigue is an impaired state that results largely from inadequate sleep and is also contributed to by
workload, work environment and other factors.
Symptoms of this "impaired state" can include:
 difficulties in staying awake and concentrating;
 slow reaction time and impaired decision making;
 irritability;
 slow movements;
 decreased tolerance for others;
 poorer judgement when operating machinery;
 loss of situational awareness; and
 lowered levels of alertness
Fatigue shall be managed in accordance with the requirements of Hydro Tasmania Standard
HSES0928 – Fatigue Management Standard. In line with this Standard, every Hydro Tasmania
business area or project site shall have a documented Fatigue Risk Management Plan in place and it
is up to every worker to be familiar with the requirements of that Plan and to manage their fatigue
accordingly.
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Smoke free workplace
Hydro Tasmania is a smoke free environment:
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Smoking is not permitted in our work buildings, facilities or other enclosed workplaces.
o This includes offices, motor vehicles, workshops, underground power stations and
mess rooms.
Smoking is only allowed in designated smoking areas.
Tobacco products shall not be sold in Hydro Tasmania workplaces.
Occupational health
Hydro Tasmania work sites may pose specific hazards to worker health and well-being. Where such
hazards are identified, Hydro Tasmania implements control measures to manage the risks and
provide a safe, healthy work environment that helps our workers remain fit for work. Site specific
hazards will be communicated at the site - level 3 inductions.
6.5.1
Hazardous manual tasks
Lifting and moving objects incorrectly, including performing repetitive physical tasks, can lead to
injuries. All workers shall take care when handling objects to do so in a safe manner. The best way to
make manual handling safer is to redesign the task or workplace. There are a number of ways to do
this. Where practicable:
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Modify the task to use mechanical handling equipment or tools such as levers, hooks or
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Use multiple people or team lifting;
Modify / disassemble the object being handled so it is easier to hold, or manoeuvre;
Modify workplace and workstation layout to reduce stooping and reaching;
Ensure work surfaces are at the correct height;
Ensure that all heavy objects are at waist level where they can be handled comfortably;
Reduce body movements and forces such as twisting, reaching and holding;
Perform basic stretches before doing any unusual physical activity; and
Ensure ongoing evaluation of physical tasks.
Electromagnetic fields (EMF)
There are a number of electromagnetic field sources at some Hydro Tasmania worksites. These
sources are all signed and a JHA shall be used cover all the work in these areas.
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Signs are posted for all areas where the magnetic field strength has been assessed as above
5, 000 mG;
Signs have been posted as close to the source of high EMF as possible;
Each sign refers to a specific source of high EMF (e.g. equipment, busbar, cable); and
Cardiac pacemaker signage has been posted at all sites warning that ‘magnetic fields existing
in these power stations may adversely affect pacemaker operation and could be hazardous
to health’.
All workers shall comply with any signage and not interfere with telecommunications or radio
equipment.
6.5.3
Managing employee health and well-being
Hydro Tasmania maintains a range of programs to help workers to manage their health and wellbeing. Details of these programs can be found on Hydro Tasmania’s intranet and include:
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The Healthy Hydro Program, with services including:
o Health assessments & fitness programs
o ergonomic/postural assessment
o Voluntary medical or musculoskeletal assessment
The Employee Assistance Program, professional confidential counselling services for
assistance with issues including:
o Emotional stress or anxiety
o Relationship problems
o Alcohol or other drugs problems
o Work related problems
o Gambling problems
o Grief and loss
o Financial or legal problems
Rehabilitation
Rehabilitation is the process that Hydro Tasmania puts in place to enable employees to return to full
health and meaningful, productive work following an illness or injury. Our rehabilitation program
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covers injury and illness that is work related as well as non-work related situations where an
employee is prevented from working or from performing all the duties of their position.
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Specific hazards
Specific hazards will be identified as part of the risk assessment and work planning processes. Where
a Hydro Tasmania procedure exists for managing a specific hazard, that procedure shall be followed.
7.1
Hazardous substances
A range of hazardous substances may be encountered on Hydro Tasmania work sites, including, but
not limited to:
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Oils and other petro-chemicals
Explosives
Sulphur hexafluoride (SF6) gas
Asbestos
Care must be taken when working with hazardous substances, including following the relevant HSE
Management System procedures and other risk management documents.
Note that no explosives can be brought into a Hydro Tasmania worksite or used without the approval
of a Hydro Tasmania representative in accordance with the seismic survey procedures.
7.1.1
Chemical handling
Only approved and registered chemicals and dangerous goods can be used at Hydro Tasmania
worksites. Safety data sheets (SDS) contain all the relevant information on a chemical, including:
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The hazards and risks associated with chemical use
any personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements
Storage and disposal requirements; and
Spill and emergency response information.
The SDS shall be kept where the chemical is stored and be consulted when conducting a risk
assessment and developing a risk management plan for the work.
7.2
Hazardous environments
7.2.1
Safety signs
Hydro Tasmania work sites contain a range of potential hazards. Signs are used to communicate
critical safety information and shall be complied with at all times. Safety signs identify recognised
hazards and give important information that you shall follow for your safety and the safety of others.
Colours used in safety signs for the occupational environment (AS 1319) are:
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Blue – mandatory (regulatory).
Yellow – hazard (warning/caution).
Green – emergency information.
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All persons on Hydro Tasmania sites shall comply with the information provided on safety signs.
7.2.2
Working alone, or in isolated or remote area
Working alone is defined as an employee working or travelling for work on their own and without
routine interaction with other persons. This may be due to the timing, location or nature of their
work.
A remote area, both in Australia and overseas, is ‘an area that is remote from others or isolated from
the assistance of others because of the time, location or nature of the work’. Any situation with an
emergency response time greater than 30 minutes should be considered remote.
All persons working alone and / or in remote areas must comply with the relevant HSE procedures,
including:
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Lodging a field schedule with their designated contact;
Carrying a trunk mobile radio or satellite phone;
Following the check-in procedure documented in the JHA;
Carrying a personal first aid kit with essential items and medications for the planned work
and to treat any known allergies; and
Carrying an emergency position indicating radio beacon (EPIRB) or a geographic information
system (GIS) tracking device, if required in the JHA.
Failure to follow the agreed check-in schedule will trigger the missing person response protocol, with
the level of response escalating until contact is made. If a person has not made contact by 9 pm they
will be officially reported as missing to the police service and their next of kin notified.
7.2.3
Working in or near water
As a minimum a JHA shall be completed before working in and around water, addressing the hazards
involved in the work. A Safe Work Method Statement may also be required if undertaking
construction activities in or around water.
The hazards involved with working in, on or near water include, but are not limited to:
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Pollution of waterways;
Spread of weeds, pests and pathogens;
Drowning;
Exposure or hypothermia;
Collision with boats and infrastructure;
Slip and fall; and
Snagging and entanglement.
Weather and water conditions shall be reviewed prior to commencing work in water, and work
postponed if weather conditions are unsuitable. A certified coxswain shall be on board and in charge
of any boat and is responsible for the safety of all people on board.
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Working at heights
Hydro Tasmania has developed a working at heights procedure to manage the risks of workplace
falls. All workers, where there is a risk of falling 1.8 metres or greater, or working within two metres
of a live edge or brittle surface:
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Shall be trained for height safety and competent in the height safety systems unless control
measures can be used to protect the worker from the exposed edge or brittle surface; and
Shall complete a JHA and a working at heights checklist.
Electrical safety
Electrical hazards are present on many Hydro Tasmania work sites, such as power stations and
switchyards. Hydro Tasmania has a range of processes in place to manage the risks associated with
work around electricity.
The common electrical hazards and causes of injury can be categorised as the following:
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Electric shock causing injury or death: the electric shock may be received by direct contact,
tracking through or across a medium, induction, or by arcing.
Arcing, explosion or fire causing burns: the injuries are often suffered because arcing or
explosion or both occur when high fault currents are present.
Toxic gasses causing illness or death: burning and arcing associated with electrical
equipment causes a range of gases and contaminants to be present. Compounds ranging
from ozone to cyanide and corrosive acids can be present as well as risks such as low oxygen
content.
Electric shock
Any worker experiencing an electrical shock shall receive a medical examination. This applies at all
Hydro Tasmania sites, including those with contractors managed by Hydro Tasmania.
If a suitably qualified person can determine beyond doubt that the shock was a static electric shock
or an Extra Low Voltage (ELV) shock a medical examination is not mandatory, but can be provided if
warranted. Where there is doubt as to the nature and severity of the electric shock, a medical
examination is always required.
7.4
Tools and mobile equipment
Tools and mobile equipment include items such as power tools, gas cylinders, lifting equipment (e.g.
forklifts and mobile work platforms).There are specific hazards relating to the tools and mobile
equipment used on Hydro Tasmania work sites. These hazards shall be identified through the job risk
assessment process and suitable controls put in place.
Where relevant Hydro Tasmania procedures exist, they shall be followed to reduce the risks
associated with tools and mobile equipment.
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Compressed air safety
Compressed air can kill if it enters your body: never direct compressed air at another person or any
body part. Use only approved fittings and clips in accordance with manufacturers specification and
use the appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE). Also, alert others in the work area before
operating compressed air equipment.
When you have finished working with high pressure equipment, depressurise all fittings and hoses.
All work on pressurized systems shall be controlled by a JHA.
High pressure gases and fluids can be found in some work areas. Your Level 3 Site induction shall
identify these hazards.
7.4.2
Power tools
As a minimum, Hydro Tasmania requires all portable electrical tools and equipment used on its sites
to be compliant to the Australian Standard AS/NZS 3760 - In-service safety inspection and testing of
electrical equipment. On all Hydro Tasmania operated sites where construction work is undertaken,
all portable electrical tools and equipment shall be inspected and tested strictly in accordance with
the requirements of AS 3012 Electrical installations-construction and demolition sites. In addition to
this:
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People shall perform pre-use inspections on all portable electrical tools and equipment
before use and again after, before returning the equipment;
All electrical tools shall be connected to a residual current device (RCD) to protect against
lethal electric shock; and
All electrical equipment that is not in test date or found to be damaged shall be tagged out of
service and removed from use until it can be inspected, tested and tagged by a competent
person.
Travel and transport
Work for Hydro Tasmania may involve travel, including driving to remote worksites, travelling
interstate and travelling overseas. Procedures are in place to manage the risks associated with travel
and shall be complied with by Hydro Tasmania workers travelling on our behalf.
7.5.1
International travel
The hazards associated with international travel vary extensively depending on the destination and
the nature of the work to be done. Where international travel is required for work purposes, Hydro
Tasmania employees shall follow the international travel procedure and ensure they meet the
following requirements:
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Job hazard analysis completed, assessing o The risks associated with the journey;
o The risks associated with working in the destination country;
Approval given by the level 2 manager;
Call-in processes and emergency response plans developed and approved prior to
departure, and complied with once in-country;
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Any required vaccinations or other medical requirements identified and administered, prior
to departure; and
Where possible, seek the advice of other Hydro Tasmania employees who have visited the
intended destination.
Workers travelling overseas shall monitor in-country conditions closely, review and update their trip
JHA as the situation changes and notify their Line Manager of any health and safety concerns.
Workers shall not compromise their safety or the safety of others. Where concerns have been raised,
workers shall wait for Hydro Tasmania to provide advice or permission to proceed.
7.5.2
Domestic travel
Domestic travel, including travel by road and air, may be required by Hydro Tasmania workers. The
HSE hazards of travel within Australia may include:
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Trip duration and fatigue;
Road safety and driving hazards;
Remote and isolated locations; and
Aircraft use, including light aircraft and helicopters.
All workers travelling on behalf of Hydro Tasmania shall comply with the domestic travel procedure.
Additionally, those travelling to or through remote or isolated areas shall follow the remote area and
working alone procedure. The risks associated with other hazards, including the mode of transport,
shall be assessed as part of the work risk assessment (e.g. Job Hazard Analysis).
7.5.3
Road safety
Driving is a significant safety hazard for Hydro Tasmania. To minimise the hazards associated with
driving:
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Check over the vehicle prior to departure, ensuring it is fit for purpose, including the weather
and road conditions and in good working order including the check of o The weather and road conditions.
o The vision is unobstructed and windows are clear.
o The tyres are in good condition and suitable for the expected conditions.
o The fuel type is known and there is enough fuel to reach a suitable service station.
o The load (if any) is properly loaded and secured.
o The equipment required for the conditions you are likely to encounter.
Drivers are required to:
o Manage fatigue by taking regular breaks to rest and walk around.
o Follow the Hydro Tasmania fatigue management and maximum work hour
procedure.
o Maintain a zero blood alcohol and drug level at all times.
Follow the road rules and drive to suit the current conditions at all times by:
o Slowing down in wet conditions.
o Using defensive driving techniques; do not drive aggressively.
Be aware of likely hazards you may encounter by:
o Watching for animals at dawn and dusk.
o Wearing sunglasses to minimise glare.
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Watching for parked vehicles in tourist areas.
Being mindful that logging trucks and other heavy vehicles will hold to the middle of
dirt roads.
o If travelling through remote areas, especially if out of normal business hours phone
check-in is required.
o Report any defect noted while operating a vehicle and correct any unsafe conditions
before further use of that vehicle.
Do not use mobile phones or two-way radios when driving unless using a Bluetooth headset
or in-car hands free kit (with phone caddy) by:
o Aiming to pull over to make or answer calls, even when using a hands-free kit.
o Not texting, using phone data services (e.g. emails) and otherwise handling your
phone.
Ergonomics
Ergonomics is essentially about the process of designing or arranging the workplace so it fits the
person.
If you experience discomfort at your work station, desk or other location, speak with your line
manager and report the symptoms early. Symptoms may include:
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Management of contractors and suppliers
Hydro Tasmania’s HSE requirements for contractors and suppliers are determined by the level of risk
involved in the work. As a minimum, all contractors and suppliers shall adhere to Hydro Tasmania’s
HSE systems and processes and meet the responsibilities and requirements described in the Hydro
Tasmania procedure for HSE management of contractors and suppliers. Core HSE documents,
including this procedure, are made available to contractors on the Hydro Tasmania website
(www.hydro.com.au).
All contractor and sub-contractor personnel working on Hydro Tasmania sites must also meet the
requirements for site access.
8.1
Hydro Tasmania responsibilities
Hydro Tasmania representative is responsible for establishing and managing the contracted /
supplied work and managing the associated HSE requirements, in accordance with the procedure for
HSE management of contractors and suppliers. These responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
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Ensuring that the HSE hazards have been accurately identified and the risks fairly assessed;
Confirming that the nominated controls are adequate to manage the HSE risks;
Checking that all control measures are in place and functioning before work commences,
including that any training and induction requirements have been met; and
Monitoring the HSE performance of contractors and suppliers, providing feedback, advice
and support.
Contractor / supplier responsibilities
The contractor or supplier has HSE duties and joint responsibility for the safe, environmentally-sound
delivery of the contracted work. The contractor / supplier is also responsible for:
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Consulting with Hydro Tasmania to ensure the HSE hazards associated with the work have
been accurately identified and are understood by all relevant parties;
Ensuring the work is delivered as per the HSE management requirements identified in the
contract documents;
Complying with Hydro Tasmania’s nominated HSE controls, including inductions and
competency requirements and providing copies of any requested documentation; and
Providing HSE oversight for the contracted works, including supervising contractor workers,
monitoring HSE risks and controls and responding to any HSE incidents, hazards or nearmisses.
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Behavioural Safety
Human behaviour is a causal factor in approximately 95% of all Health and Safety related incidents.
Hydro Tasmania recognises this and has implemented the SafeStart behavioural safety programme
across all areas of the business. All Hydro Tasmania employees and some contingent contractors are
required to complete the SafeStart programme, which consists of 5 core learning modules as well as
a range of extended application units. Contractors engaged for specific project work will not be
required to complete the SafeStart training modules; however Hydro Tasmania will introduce the
concepts of the programme to them through Toolbox talks and other communication mechanisms.
The following information is a brief summary of the concepts of SafeStart:
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Incident management and emergency response
Incident management
Hydro Tasmania takes its commitment to protecting the health and safety of people and the
environment very seriously and places great emphasis on reporting and learning from HSE incidents,
including potential hazards and near misses. Everyone, including contractors, has a responsibility to
report any safety or environmental incidents to their line manager immediately.
Incidents shall be managed and reported in accordance with the flow chart below and the
requirements of HSEP1401 – Incident Management and Investigation Procedure.
Note: The section numbers referenced in the flow chart relate to sections from HSEP1401 and not
this document.
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Incident Occurs
If it is an Operational
Incident, Workers are to be
stood down immediately
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Make scene safe and provide
Emergency rescue and / or first aid
if safe to do so
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If Incident cannot be
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Emergency Response Plan
Reporting Worker
Urgent medical attention - call for
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Supervisor
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Are there
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Non-urgent medical attention injured person to attend preferred
medical provider with Supervisor
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Secure the Incident
scene
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Reporting Worker
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Incident Owner
Reporting Worker
Notifiy
Supervisor/
Line Manager
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Investigation
level assigned
Incident
Owner
Completes
Level 1
Investigation
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Incident
Owner
Completes
Level 2
Investigation
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Assign
Corrective
Action Tasks
Incident
entered into
SAP
Incident Owner receives
email notification from
SAP to undertake
Investigation
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Incident Owner
WHS or OCC
Manager
Completes Level
3 Investigation
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COO Provides
assistance with Level 4
Investigation as
required
Investigation Lead
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Incident Owner
Incident Owner
Verify close out of
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Close Incident.
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Emergency preparedness
An emergency is any unplanned or abnormal event in a specific location that demands immediate
attention, usually by team members on the spot. Most emergencies do not result in a crisis (an event
that has major actual or potential long-term consequences) but do require efficient and effective
responses.
Emergency incidents encompass any situation where:
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Injuries have been, or could be, incurred to Hydro Tasmania personnel, contractors, visitors
or members of the public; and/or
There is potential to seriously damage the environment (e.g. oil spill to waterway); and/or
Property damage has occurred or property is placed in jeopardy of damage (e.g. bushfire).
It is a Hydro Tasmania requirement that that appropriate emergency response procedures are
developed and can be practically implemented when an emergency situation arises.
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All Hydro Tasmania work sites develop emergency response plans that guide what to do in
case of an emergency and emergency response information is provided to contractors as
part of the site (Level 3) induction.
An emergency information manual is provided at all Hydro Tasmania power stations
containing all the relevant information on potential emergencies and response actions for
that site.
These manuals are located near the entry to each power station and can be accessed by all workers
on site, including contractors.
10.2.1 Evacuation
Each site has its own evacuation procedure detailed in the site emergency information manual or
displayed on notice boards. The site (level 3) induction will cover the unique evacuation procedures
for that site.
10.3
Incident and emergency response equipment
Equipment for managing HSE incidents and emergencies is available at most Hydro Tasmania sites.
Where equipment is not normally kept on site, relevant equipment shall be transported to the site
and kept there while the risk is present (e.g. during project works). Emergency and rescue equipment
shall only be used by people who are authorised and competent to use the equipment.
The incident and emergency response equipment provided by Hydro Tasmania includes:
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First aid kits – First aid kits are kept and maintained at all major Hydro Tasmania sites and in
all Hydro Tasmania vehicles. Report any items used from the kit to your Line Manager to
ensure the kits remain accurately stocked. The site specific (level 3) induction includes the
locations of first aid kits.
Fire-fighting equipment – fire extinguishers, fire blankets and other fire-fighting equipment
is kept and maintained at all major Hydro Tasmania sites and in all Hydro Tasmania vehicles.
This equipment is provided for use where necessary to protect the safety of people and allow
evacuation until the Fire Service arrives.
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Spill kits – kits for the containment and clean-up of smaller spills are provided in all power
stations, laboratories and other areas where spills commonly occur. Kits are specific for the
type of substance spilled (e.g. oil and petrochemicals, HAZCHEM chemicals) and it is
important to ensure the correct kit is used.
Spill response trailers – mobile spill containment and clean-up equipment for larger oil or
chemical spills in Tasmania. There are two trailer types: an initial response trailer for
containing the spill, and a clean-up trailer. Trailers can be collected when a spill occurs, or
brought on site for major works or projects with a high risk of spills.
Oil recovery equipment – equipment for containing and recovering large spills to waterways
is held at strategic locations across Tasmania.
Information on how to respond to incidents and emergency situations, including fire, flood and oil
spill response plans, is found in the emergency information manual or emergency information board
at each site.
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