Physical safety
Physical safety involves work environments, equipment and practices which may expose participants to potential hazards.
Compliance with legislation, industry standards and best practices can be achieved by providing and maintaining safe workplaces, plant and systems of work as well as adopting a risk management approach that is consistent with the nature of tasks and activities.
After-hours working
There are special risks associated with working in isolation from other persons because of time, location or nature of work. This is due to the lack of immediate assistance in the event of an accident or sudden illness. This guidance particularly applies to employees and students whilst performing after hours work on University premises.
Working alone
There are special risks associated with working in isolation from other persons because of time, location or nature of work. This is due to the lack of immediate assistance in the event of an accident or sudden illness. This guidance particularly applies to employees and students whilst performing after hours work on University premises.
Thermal comfort
It is the responsibility of Schools to assess and take appropriate action when there is potential for thermal discomfort. Problems should be anticipated and appropriate action taken before injury or illness occurs.
Personal protective equipment
Personal protective equipment (PPE) is clothing and equipment worn by employees, students, contractors or visitors to protect or shield their bodies from workplace hazards.
Pregnancy
The University recognises that for those who are pregnant or breastfeeding, precautions in addition to normal safe work procedures and practices may be required.
Manual handling
Manual handling of objects and people occurs in all workplaces and is one of the most costly and most common causes of injury.