RISK ASSESSMENTS. Risk Assessment of: EXAMPLE. Initial Risk. Based Controls/Management on. Hazard

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1 RISK ASSESSMENTS EXAMPLE ONLY - EXAMPLE ONLY - EXAMPLE ONLY EXAMPLE ONLY - EXAMPLE ONLY - EXAMPLE ONLY Assessment of: Locatis covered by this assessment: EXAMPLE Fitzroy Falls Cference Centre, example activity area Ctrols/Management Risidual This column is a list of the hazards that have been assosciated with this activity Using the 'risk matrix' a Rating will be given which shows how serious the hazard could be This This column shows what needs to be de to ctrol and manage the risk and the Taking into This explains hazards. The 'Heiracrchy of Ctrols' (as set out in the NSW OH&S legislati) is used to account the explains why this develop these ctrol measures ctrol why this risk rating methods at new risk was given left, the risk rating matrix will was again be given used to determine if the hazard has been brought under ctrol This activity is SAFE to run when all ctrol methods are implemented Activity Assessment and Management Document Review Optimum Experiences Feb '15 Activity Assessment and Management Document Activity Assessment and Management Document Review Optimum

2 Assessment of: Locatis covered by this assessment: Participant swing swinging at a height where they could collide at speed with another pers Release rope flicking back when pulled - facial injury Haul team tripping over whilst moving backwards Fingers getting caught between the caribiners when releasing Bruising thighs from holding too tight with legs when swinging upside down Giant Swing-By-Choice Fitzroy Falls Cference Centre, Giant Swing-By-Choice installati Ctrols/Management Participants are instructed to stay outside the roped off area, instructor to do the same during initial swinging 4 L3,C4 Goggles and helmet are to be worn by all participants Haul team is instructed to walk Instruct participants to ly hold to the rope above the caribiners Arrival at camp briefing to include appropriate clothing for activities Risidual Injuries from bad weather - eg lightning, debris from wind Sun - heat related illness and sunburn Ladder used for cnecting participnat to swing being in the path of the swinging acti Incorrectly worn harness allowing participant to fall Failure of Caribiners allowing participant to fall 4 L3,C5 5 L5,C4 4 L3,C4 4 L3,C4 Activity is to be stopped immediately if lightning is seen, or winds are csidered dangerous. Activity can recommence ly after waiting 20min from the last visible lightning strike All partipants are to wear hats and sunscreen and encouraged to bring water to the activity and to drink during other breaks & lunch Trees and the provided gazebo are to be used for shade by the haul team whilst they are waiting Ladder is placed in between the participant and the top of the pole so it has to be moved in order for the swinger to be pulled up. The ladder is then placed at the edge of the roped off area. Harnesses are checked by instructors immediately before they are attached to the swing. Two carabiners are used at all times. Gate closure and orientati is checked before each participant is pulled up and a log of use is kept. 3 L1,C5 This activity is SAFE to run when all ctrol methods are implemented Activity Assessment and Management Document Activity Assessment and Management Document Review Optimum

3 Assessment of: Locatis covered by this assessment: Injury due to a new locati for a group challenge being used because of weather cditis or compromise of the usual locati Falling during group challenges that involve being lifted or climbing off the ground (eg: through the tyre) Inappropriate touching by participants or clothing being dislodged by group challenge elements causing embarassment (eg spiders web lifting shirt as they are passed through) Injury from foreign objects in the challenge area (sticks/branches/stes etc) Injury from large objects used as challenge elements eg. Planks of wood Initiative Games/Group Challenges Fitzroy Falls Cference Centre, both fixed and mobile elements Ctrols/Management Wherever possible a full risk assessment of the new locati should be undertaken prior to the sessi starting Where a full risk assessment is not possible (eg the usual locati becomes compromised by a snake or fallen tree at the beginning of a sessi), then the instructor should do a thorough visual survey of the new locati for any identifiable hazards, and ly begin the sessi/challenge if no immmediate risks are identified. If they have any doubts, the instructor is to skip that challenge, or move the group to a locati that is usually used, and safe. Instructor to explain the correct techniques for spotting where it is able to be used 4 L4,C3 Instructor to stop any lifting where there is not adequate strength or spotting to support the pers who is off the ground. Instructor to be aware of elements that are more likely to cause this hazard and alert to it at all other times. Where it seems likely, participants will be encouraged to think of a different method of solving the challenge Where lifting and passing of participants is a part of the group challenge and therefore unavoidable, participants will be encouraged to be passed head first through an element and facing upwards. Check all initiative areas for any potentially dangerous branches Move any fallen sticks or branches away from initiative areas Move any other foreign objects Briefing of that challenge to include a cauti weight and difficulty of moving these objects and a warning to be mindful of where other particpants are while moving these objects Ctinued supervisi of participants to ensure that they are handling the objects correctly, and the activity stopped if they are not. All participants are to wear hats high sun-risk days. Challenges are to be set up in the shade where practical. Participants are encouraged to bring water bottles to activities and drink water during morning and afterno tea breaks and lunch breaks This activity is SAFE to run when all ctrol methods are implemented Risidual 2 L1,C2 1 L1,C2 2 L2,C3 Activity Assessment and Management Document Activity Assessment and Management Document Review Optimum

4 Assessment of: Locatis covered by this assessment: Participants being hit with an arrow Falling branches Arm 'burns'/grazes from bow string Targets falling over andf inujuring participants collecting arrows Participants falling to arrow whilst walking and carrying arrows Archery Fitzroy Falls Cference Centre, Archery area in back paddock Ctrols/Management 4 L3,C4 3 L2,C4 Participants must stay or behind firing platforms whilst firing is taking place Participants waiting for their turn must stay seated and a safe distance behind the participants firing Participants ly move in frt of firing platforms to collect arrows when they are clearly instructed to be an instructor. Safety briefing includes instructi always aiming the bow towards the target when an arrow is loaded or being loaded Cstant supervisi of technique to ensure the above ctrols takes place Always do a visual check for any branches that may be of ccern before each sessi of Archery (any major ccerns, cease activity). Yearly check by Arborist. Do not run Archery in strg winds If participant is experiencing this problem, further instructi to be given technique (see Archery SIP's) Arm bands available if problem persists Instructor to ensure all targets are sitting correctly their stands and that stands are stable before the activity starts Activity to cease in high winds Safety briefing to include the correct way of walking with arrows, namely with the arrow tip facing towards the ground at all times Instructor supervisi of arrow retrieval process This activity is SAFE to run when all ctrol methods are implemented Risidual 1 L1,C2 1 L1,C3 Fitzroy Falls Cference Centre - Activity Assessment and Management Document Vs. 3.1 Last review - March'11 Activity Assessment and Management Document Activity Assessment and Management Document Review Optimum

5 Assessment of: Locatis covered by this assessment: Falling Branches Challenge Ladder / Crate Climb Fitzroy Falls Cference Centre, defined Challenge Ladder / Crate Climb activity area Ctrols/Management Always do a visual check for any branches that may be of ccern before each sessi of Challenge Ladder (any major ccerns, cease activity). Yearly check by Arborist. Risidual On descent, feet caught in ladder, causing the climber to end up inverted. Falling bark, shoes, waer buckets and other objects during the sessi. Participants climbing unaided 3 L2, C4 2 L3, C2 Do not run Challenge Ladder during strg winds. During the Challenge Ladder brief, instructors will explain how to get down by being belayed and how to come down beside the ladder. Participants must wait outside the circle made up of orange ces (witches hats), and belayers must wear a helmet. Any participants coming into the circle marked with safety ces (to assist with clipping or filling water buckets etc) must be wearing a helmet Water bucket to be clipped to participants securely. Participants are given a harness and helmet safety brief including taking any objects out of pockets. Challenge Ladder sessis are always supervised by authorised instructors No climber is permitted to climb without a checked belay line in place and manned Challenge Ladder raised out of reach and secured when instructor not present for extended periods (ie overnight, free time) "Do not use" sign tied to the ladder at approx. eye height when instructor not present for short times (ie between sessis, toilet break). Part of group introducti first day is that some activity areas will be set up, and are out of bounds. 2 L1, C4 1 L1,C2 Participants injured by descending climbers Sit harness worn incorrectly 4 L3, C4 2 L2, C3 5 L5, C4 Warning signs prohibiting unauthorised use clearly displayed at the base of Challenge Ladder Participants wait for their turn outside the safety ce circle All participants given briefing how to correctly fit a sit harness Climbers are checked by FFCC approved instructors after they put their harness and immediately before they climb. 2 L1, C4 1 L1, C3 Ctinued following page Activity Assessment and Management Document Activity Assessment and Management Document Review Optimum

6 Ctinued from previous page Escaping harness due to inversi The ladder swinging around and colliding with other participants 3 L2, C4 2 L2,C3 All participants given briefing how to correctly descend the tree and this instructi is verbally reinforced when they are about to descend Climbers are checked by FFCC approved instructors after they put their harness and immediately before they climb - that the harness is correctly fitted as per PPE guidleines found in staff manuals and SIP's. 2 L1, C4 The ladder is cnected to the platform the ground 1 L1,C3 All participants are to wear hats and sunscreen - high risk sun days the gazebos and tree cover should be used for shade by participants waiting for their turn Failure of equipment causing participant to fall 2 L3,C2 Participants are encouraged to bring water bottles to activities and drink water during morning and afterno tea breaks and lunch breaks Helmets are in good working cditi and checked before each sessi and immediately removed from service if deemed unsafe Harnesses are in good working cditi and checked before each sessi and immediately removed from service if deemed unsafe Harnesses and helmets are assessed bi-annually so that the program director is aware of the overall cditi of equipment and can plan for replacements Rope is checked before and after each sessi for any wear spots or abnormalities. Ropes are assessed after any major fall and after extended periods of use or bad weather. Ropes and harnesses are washed when necessary due to dirt buildup or exposure to excessive water. All ropes are replaced when dirt buildup is not able to be cleaned by washing, when outer sheath is frayed greater than normal wear, or where ropes are exposed to any chemicals, fuels etc. Caribiners checked bi-annually and after any prolged period of use or bad weather. Caribiners are replaced when showing signs of wear above normal use. 4 L3, C4 Dual caribiners used to cnect the participant to the belay line. These caribiners will be both gravity fed, and set up so that the gates are opposing. System correctly setup as per Safe Instructi Procedures and checked prior to activity. Instructor to signoff that setup has been checked. Only FFCC approved instructors to do the above This activity is SAFE to run when all ctrol methods are implemented Activity Assessment and Management Document Activity Assessment and Management Document Review Optimum

7 Assessment of: Locatis covered by this assessment: Participant falling off the Low Ropes course Low Ropes Fitzroy Falls Cference Centre, defined Low Ropes activity area Ctrols/Management Participants are supervised by an approved FFCC instructor or by an organisati that takes respsibility for providing a suitable competant instructor Risidual Slipping in wet cditis Falling branches 4 4 L4,C3 L4,C3 All participants physically the course are to wear a correctly fitted helmet All participants physically the course are to have at least two "spotters" following them around the course at all times Part of the instructi briefing at the beginning of the sessi is to be how to correctly "spot" a participant and the importance of this role. Take extra precautis during wet weather as the course becomes slippery. Participants encouraged to make greater use of their spotters certain elements (eg. the balance beam) by holding to them After any rain the course should be assessed and the sessi should not go ahead if the course is deemed to be unsafe. Unsafe elements can be skipped rather than having to cancel the whole sessi if this is possible Always do a visual check for any branches that may be of ccern before each sessi of Low Ropes (any major ccerns, cease activity). Yearly check by Arborist. Foreign objects or uneven ground causing falls and injuries 3 2 L2, C4 L3,C2 Do not run Low Ropes during strg winds. Visual check before each sessi Check area for any foreign objects Move any fallen sticks or branches off Low Ropes area Exposed tree roots or drops in the ground should be reported to the Program Director as so as possible so that repairs can take place All participants are to wear hats and sunscreen - high risk sun days the gazebos and tree cover should be used for shade by participants waiting for their turn 2 L1, C4 1 L1,C2 Participants are encouraged to bring water bottles to activities and drink water during morning and afterno tea breaks and lunch breaks This activity is SAFE to run when all ctrol methods are implemented Activity Assessment and Management Document Activity Assessment and Management Document Review Optimum

8 Assessment of: Locatis covered by this assessment: Falling Branches Tree Climb Fitzroy Falls Cference Centre, defined Tree Climb activity area Ctrols/Management Always do a visual check for any branches that may be of ccern before each sessi of Tree Climb (any major ccerns, cease activity). Yearly check by Arborist. Risidual On descent, feet caught in ladder, causing the climber to end up inverted Falling bark or shoes during the sessi. Participants climbing unaided Participants injured by descending climbers Sit harness worn incorrectly 3 L2, C4 2 L3, C2 Do not run tree climb during strg winds. During the tree climb brief, instructors will explain how to get down by being belayed and how to come down the side of the tree away from the ladder. Belayers (crowd haul) given briefing about paying full attenti, keeping the rope taut, and when to move forward or back. Instructor then mitors this throughout the sessi Participants must wait in the safe viewing area, and all others including climbers, belayers and instructors must wear a helmet. Participants are given a harness and helmet safety brief including taking any objects out of pockets, removing any bulky jewellery, hats and adjusting pytails and hairclips. Tree Climb sessis are always supervised by authorised instructors No climber until their cnecti to the belay line has been checked by an instructor, and the readiness of the crowd haul team and climbers is established by a series of calls like: " rope", " belay", "climbing", "climb away". Tree Climb ladders removed and secured when instructor not present Warning signs prohibiting unauthorised use clearly displayed at the base of each tree 4 L3, C4 2 L1, C4 Participants wait for their turn behind the safety line. 2 L2, C3 1 L1, C3 5 L5, C4 All participants given briefing how to correctly fit a sit harness Climbers are checked by FFCC approved instructors after they put their harness and immediately before they climb. All participants are to wear hats and sunscreen - high risk sun days the gazebos and tree cover should be used for shade by participants waiting for their turn L1, C4 L1,C2 L2,C3 Ctinued following page Activity Assessment and Management Document Participants are encouraged to bring water bottles to activities and drink water during morning and afterno tea breaks and lunch breaks Activity Assessment and Management Document Review Optimum

9 Ctinued from previous page Failure of equipment causing participant to fall Helmets are in good working cditi and checked before each sessi and immediately removed from service if deemed unsafe Harnesses are in good working cditi and checked before each sessi and immediately removed from service if deemed unsafe Harnesses and helmets are assessed bi-annually so that the propgram director is aware of the overall cditi of equipment and can plan for replacements Rope is checked before and after each sessi for any wear spots or abnormalities. Ropes are assessed after any major fall and after extended periods of use or bad weather. Ropes and harnesses are washed when necessary due to dirt buildup or exposure to ecxcessive water. All ropes are replaced when dirt buildup is not able to be cleaned by washing, when outer sheath is frayed greater than normal wear, or where ropes are exposed to any chemicals, fuels etc. Caribiners checked bi-annually and after any prolged period of use or bad weather. Caribiners are replaced when showing signs of wear above normal use. Escaping harness due to inversi 4 L3, C4 3 L2, C4 Dual caribiners used to cnect the participant to the belay line. These caribiners will be both gravity fed, and set up so that the gates are opposing. System correctly setup as per Safe Instructi Procedures and checked prior to activity. Instructor to signoff that setup has been checked. Only FFCC approved instructors to do the above All participants given briefing how to correctly descend the tree and this instructi is verbally reinforced when they are about to descend Climbers are checked by FFCC approved instructors after they put their harness and immediately before they climb - that the harness is correctly fitted as per PPE guidleines found in staff manuals and SIP's. 2 L1, C4 This activity is SAFE to run when all ctrol methods are implemented Activity Assessment and Management Document Activity Assessment and Management Document Review Optimum

10 Assessment of: Locatis covered by this assessment: Sunburn and other heat related illness Participants being burnt by fire or an object that has been in the fire Participants being injured by sticks whilst collecting them for the fire Bush Cooking Fitzroy Falls Cference Centre, Campfire area, or temporary sites as necessary Ctrols/Management Weather checks undertaken during programs to be aware of high risk days Hats and sunscreen to be worn by participants. Participants are encouraged to bring water bottles to the activity and to drink water at morning and afterno tea breaks and lunch Bush Cooking to be run in the shade whenever possible All participants are instructed the fire safety rules. (See standard operating procedures) Bush Cooking is always supervised by a FFCC approved instructor. Safety briefing before collecting sticks to include the size of sticks to collect (no thicker then your wrist) Supervisi by instructor during stick collecti to stop any fooling around or dangerous behaviour Safety briefing to emphasise that care must be taken, especially to be aware of people around you when collecting and walking with sticks Risidual 1 L1,C2 Fire escaping fire-pit and entering surrounding bushland Injury from foreign objects 4 L3,C4 Weather and fire ban status checked any days where bush cooking is scheduled. The activity will not go ahead any 'Total Fire Ban' days, or where cditis seem dangerous for fire (ie. High winds, high temperature, low humidity) Water to be hand at bush cooking site for any spot fires that occur Check all initiative areas for any potentially dangerous sticks or branches Move any fallen sticks or branches away from bush cooking areas Move any other foreign objects This activity is SAFE to run when all ctrol methods are implemented Activity Assessment and Management Document Activity Assessment and Management Document Review Optimum

11 Assessment of: Locatis covered by this assessment: Orienteering Fitzroy Falls Cference Centre, around the site Ctrols/Management All participants are to wear hats and sunscreen - high risk sun days the gazebos and tree cover should be used for shade by participants waiting for their turn Risidual Natural bushland setting - trip hazards Injury from snake or other wildlife Participants becoming lost 3 L2,C4 Participants are encouraged to bring water bottles to activities and drink water during morning and afterno tea breaks and lunch breaks The need for correct footwear (enclosed) explained at initial group welcome talk. Reinforced at activity times. Orienteering briefing to explain not to run between locatis, work together and look out for each other, and to stay within activity boundaries (not into the thick bush) Briefing to include possible wildlife hazards, what to look out for and avoid Briefing includes that int he case of injury, blow the groups whistle, and if you have more than two people in your group, send somee for help Briefing for Orienteering includes the boundaries for the activity and areas to avoid 3 L2,C4 Briefieng includes that in the case of becoming lost, stay where you are and blow your whistle every few minutes 1 L2,C1 Activity Assessment and Management Document Activity Assessment and Management Document Review Optimum

12 Assessment of: Locatis covered by this assessment: Wilderness Skills Fitzroy Falls Cference Centre, mostly in the back paddock Ctrols/Management All participants are to wear hats and sunscreen - high risk sun days the gazebos and tree cover should be used for shade by participants waiting for their turn Risidual Natural bushland setting - trip hazards Injury from snake or other wildlife In progress pending final decisis this activity...(march 2011) 3 L2,C4 Participants are encouraged to bring water bottles to activities and drink water during morning and afterno tea breaks and lunch breaks The need for correct footwear (enclosed) explained at initial group welcome talk. Reinforced at activity times. Orienteering briefing to explain not to run between locatis, work together and look out for each other, and to stay within activity boundaries (not into the thick bush) Briefing to include possible wildlife hazards, what to look out for and avoid Briefing includes that int he case of injury, blow the groups whistle, and if you have more than two people in your group, send somee for help 3 L2,C4 Activity Assessment and Management Document Activity Assessment and Management Document Review Optimum

13 Assessment of: Locatis covered by this assessment: Falling Branches Injury from foreign objects Injury from putters being misused Mini-Golf, Volleyball, and Trampolines Fitzroy Falls Cference Centre, Mini-golf and beach volleyball areas and trampolines 3 L2, C4 Ctrols/Management Visual check for any branches that may be of ccern before each group. Yearly check by Arborist. Do not use these facilities during strg winds. Check all areas for any potentially dangerous sticks or branches before groups arrival and occasially during stays of more than two days Move any fallen sticks or branches away from these areas Move any other foreign objects Supervisi by teachers or adults recommended for these areas Risidual 2 L1, C4 Injury from being flung off trampoline or falling off the trampoline Signage reminding particpants to handle putters correctly placed at the mini-golf area Rules for trampoline clearly signposted - ly e pers at a time, no shoes, adult supervisi required 2 L1,C3 4 L4,C3 Adults supervisi by school teachers or adults required for the use of trampolines Trampoline springs covered with protective padding This activity is SAFE to run when all ctrol methods are implemented Activity Assessment and Management Document Activity Assessment and Management Document Review Optimum

14 Assessment of: Locatis covered by this assessment: Foreign objects courts causing falls and injuries Basketball / Tennis Fitzroy Falls Cference Centre, basketball and tennis courts adjacent to Belmore site Ctrols/Management Visual check before each sessi Check area for any foreign objects Move any fallen sticks or branches off courts Check all nets are in good working order All participants are to wear hats and sunscreen Participants are encouraged to bring water bottles to activities and drink water during morning and afterno tea breaks and lunch breaks This activity is SAFE to run when all ctrol methods are implemented Risidual 1 L1,C2 Activity Assessment and Management Document Activity Assessment and Management Document Review Optimum

15 Assessment of: Locatis covered by this assessment: Falling Branches Injury due to uneven terrain / falling foreign objects / wet cditis / creek crossings Bush/Lake Walk Varying - main route is from Cference Centre to Escarpment 4 L3,C5 Injury from snake or other wildlife 3 L2,C4 Injury from braches springing backwards from participant in frt Anxiety from leaving centre - unknown area Injury falling from lookout/escarpment 4 L3,C4 Participants becoming lost Activity Assessment and Management Document Ctrols/Management All participants are to wear hats and sunscreen Participants are encouraged to drink some water before departing the walk Participants are required to bring water bottles the walk as well as the standard encouragement to drink water during morning and afterno tea breaks and lunch breaks Activity to be called off during high winds - instructor to momitor winds while walk is taking place and immediately return to site if winds become ccerning Instructor to brief group to remain alert Participants to wear closed toed (and preferably) sturdy footwear Briefing prior to departure to include the type of terrain expected Pace of the walk to be set by the instructor at a level that means that no participants are rushing Instructor is to point out hazards to the group enroute and remove those hazards if practical Brief to include spotting each other in difficult areas, esp. in wet cditis Briefing to include possible wildlife hazards, what to look out for and avoid Briefing to include good practice for walking in the bush, including not to walk too close together, remain alert, communicati to the people behind you about hazards Risidual 3 L2,C4 3 L2,C4 Briefing to include informati the area, expected distance, expected terrain, participants viewing the map where possible. With groups at high risk of anxiety a buddy system should be implemented Nearing arrival at the escarpment the instructor must clearly explain the boundaries and expectatis at the escarpment. Instructor and any other adult supervisi are to strictly enforce this Briefing to include that the group needs to stay together, and an explanati of the "tail end charlie"/"whip ccept. Group should assign a leader and a tail end charlie/whip; this role may change around during the walk, but this must be communicated to the whole group. Check points, buddy system and numbering off are techniques that can be used where groups may need the extra coordinati. 1 L1,C3 This activity is SAFE to run when all ctrol methods are implemented Activity Assessment and Management Document Review Optimum