The document provides a hazard assessment and controls for the A.C.T. Aquatic and Recreation Centre. It lists 24 hazards identified at the facility organized under general and specific work areas. Each hazard is rated for severity, probability and exposure without and with existing controls, and further controls are identified. The assessment was created in 2003 and updated in 2008 and 2009 to improve organization and controls.

1. Occupational Health
& Safety
Hazard Assessments
& Controls
A.C.T. Aquatic and Recreation Centre
(Updates: October 2003, March 2004, November 2005,
May 2007,January 2008, April 2009)
Organization and Development:
The following document was written using an updated template provided by the OH&S Consultant group in 2007. This included changes to the controls columns and space. The
organization of the form, to save space, has been also updated to include a General Area that is meant to include hazards from many of the individual work areas, a Program Specific
area that covers off activities that performed offsite, in particular Outing Nights through the SURF Program. The rest of the hazards identified are organized by area, and are usually
specific to only that area.
Hazard Categories:
• General Items (light green shade) • Boiler Rooms • Pool Deck
• Program Specific (tan shade) • Wet Storage (pool deck) • Rental Areas
• Filter Room • General Storage Areas • Craft Room & Kiln Room
• Chlorine Room • Electrical Room • Aquatic Shutdown Activities
• Stairs to Basement • Cashier’s Areas (including Safe Room) • Gymnasium
• Chemical Storage Area Pool Basement • Lobby
• Building Exterior and Entrance • Change Rooms and First Aid Room
1
without controls in place
2
with existing controls in place
1

2. Glossary of Terms and Acronyms
AED: Automated External Defribrillator
ALW: Active Living and Wellness Unit of P&E
AMPW : Asset Management and Public Works Department
Barrier Or pocket mask used in administration of CPR while breathing into a victim.
Device:
BD: Business Development Section of Recreation Facility Services
BTM: Building Trades Maintenance (called when we have broken equipment or mechanical issues at the facility).
Control: A method that is used (Engineering, Adminstrative/Schedule/Training or PPE) to decrease a hazard rating.
CPR: Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
E: Exposure to a hazard in occurrences, measured in 1, 2, or 3.
EMS: Emergency Medical Services (activated with 9-911 call)
ETS: Edmonton Transit Service (called to assist with General Evacuation)
EPP: Emergency Preparedness Plan
MSDS: Material Safety Data Sheet
NCI: Nonviolent Crisis Intervention training
Needlestick An injury involving accidental puncture/injection from a needle; needle may have broken in wound to staff.
Injury:
O2 : Oxygen of a medical grade, used on medium to high flow by first aiders during situations for treatment for shock.
OH&S: Occupational Health and Safety
P: Probability of a hazard occurring measured in 1, 2, or 3.
P&E: Program and Events Section of Recreation Facilities Services Branch.
PPE: Personal Protective Equipment
Rating: Addition of S+P+E where 3-4 = Low, 5-6 = Moderate and 7-10 = High hazard ratings
Rec Tech III: Recreation Technician III
RFA I: Recreation Facility Attendant I (:part time cashiers”)
RFA II: Recreation Facility Attendant II (“Head Cashier”)
RFLC: Recreation and Leisure Centres Section of Recreation Services Branch
S: Severity of the Injury measured by 1, 2, or 3.
SCBA: Self Contained Breathing Apparatus, used for changing chlorine cylinders.
SURF: Socially Unique Recreational Fun, name for programs at ACT for persons with disabilities.
TDG: Transportation of Dangerous Goods training (needed for receiving chemicals)
WHMIS: Workplace Hazardous Material Information System
1
without controls in place
2
with existing controls in place
2

3. 1
without controls in place
2
with existing controls in place
3

4. 21 Community Services/Recreation Facilities/A.C.T. Aquatic and Recreation Centre
HAZARD ASSESSMENT AND CONTROLS
Date Created: 31/10/03
Description of Completed by: Facility Foreman
Work Area GENERAL (All Areas) Previous Review: 31/01/08
Reviewed by: A.C.T. Core Team & Safety Committee
Last Review: 24/04/09
Further Target
Hazard S P E Rate2 Existing Controls S P E Rate1 Action By
Controls Date
1. Lifting & Carrying 2 3 2 7 • Proper orientation for staff for 2 2 2 6 • Posters and Facility Foreman • Complete
(moving equipment, proper techniques updated
receiving/using • Back care safety talks boards
chemicals and • Engineering (carts and lifting
supplies etc.) equipment are available)
2. Working in confined 2 3 1 6 • Orientation and training 2 2 1 5 • Scott pack Facility Foreman • Complete
spaces, using small • PPE (Cl2) and radios carried re-training
ladders to access, • PPE necessary for dust for lifeguards
including filter areas, • Equipment is inspected annually
pipe chases, access regularly (ladders, stairs)
ladders etc. • Pipes and low hanging areas
painted or labeled with cross-
hatched symbols
• Step ladders are available
3. Small equipment not 1 2 1 4 • Orientation and maintenance 1 1 1 3 • Facility Foreman • Complete
working (cleaning, schedule observed.
maintenance etc.) • Repair or replacement
creating injury process in place
4. Emergency equipment 3 3 1 7 • All equipment and areas 2 2 1 5 • Regular AED Facility • Complete
not working properly checked monthly as part of updates and Foreman/
(flashlights, O2, AED the OH&S and Operational recertificatio Recreation
etc) checks ns Technician III/
• Deficiencies arising dealt with RFA II
immediately
5. Clutter, untidy work or 2 3 3 8 • Orientation to OH&S, 1 2 3 6 • Cards and Facility Foreman • Complete
storage area keeping work and storage Cords
areas clean process
• Archiving materials implemented
• Regular inspection schedule • Regular
maintained cleaning
1
1
without controls in place
2
with existing controls in place
4

5. 6. Working Alone 3 2 3 8 • Proper orientation and 1 2 3 6 • Combination Facility • Complete
including late night training are provided in all of facility Foreman/
rentals, or locking and areas for self security alarms into Recreation
unlocking the Rundle • Communication devises are one alarm Technician III/
Family Centre in good working order and system RFA II
carried (radios, cordless
phones)
• Lock up protocols during
after hours are observed
• Activities performed
(scheduled) in pairs
• Alarm arming pad moved
closer to staff parking access
for after shift
• Constant contact with
compatriot staff when
performing duties alone, but
out of visual range (locking,
unlocking Rundle Family
Centre, for example)
7. Chemical mixing for 2 2 2 6 • Proper orientation, training 1 2 2 6 • Continued Facility Foreman • Complete
cleaning or pool • Access to MSDS, up to date annual
chemistry • Pail tippers used or other review
maintenance; mechanical devices during
containment issues • Chemical poured into water, lifeguard
with unlabeled not vice versa checklist &
containers • Mixing ratios are posted and with
accessible to all maintenance
• All containment containers staff
labeled appropriately
8. PPE not sealed in 2 2 3 7 • Each staff member issues 1 2 3 6 • Regular Facility Foreman • Complete
containers, dirty or ill own PPE and made checks and
fitting responsible for its cleanliness maintenance
and storage
• Complete orientation and
training regarding use
• Annual fit testing where
applicable
9. Chemical Storage 3 2 3 8 • MSDS in place 2 2 3 7 • Regular Facility Foreman • Complete
areas not in order • Regular inspections of area revision of
(cleaning, pool • Tidy and organized area storage
maintenance) • PPE available and clean for areas to be
1
without controls in place
2
with existing controls in place
5

6. the task more
• Proper training and ergonomic
orientation with chemical use • Continued
perseveranc
e with
contract
cleaning
staff and
investigation
into their
replacement
with in-
house staff.
• Purchase of
pail tippers
10. MSDS not up to date 2 3 3 8 • Maintenance of a regular 2 3 3 8 • SAP MSDS Facility Foreman • Complete
updating system training for except
• Working with Corporate multiple staff Program
MSDS Specialist and other including Area Kiln
facilities Perm. and pt Room
• Posting and making them lifeguards.
accessible to all staff
11. Snow removal, 2 3 3 8 • Orientation and training with 2 3 3 8 • Facility Foreman • Complete
sweeping, mopping, chemicals used to clean
hosing • Use of snow moving, instead
of shovels for equipment
• Back care tips and
orientation
• Use of mechanical sweeper
12. Washing walls or 1 2 3 6 • Orientation and training per 1 1 3 5 • Facility Foreman • Complete
windows by hand chemical use
• Reaching assists used when
possible to decrease
diameter of reach
13. Sitting in one position 2 3 3 8 • Purchase of ergonomic office 1 3 3 7 • Use of the Facility Foreman • Complete
for extended periods equipment ergonomic
(lifeguarding, or • Regular breaks, use of e-city self-
working at stretching video. assessment
workstation) • Implementation of exercise (e-city
during breaks
• Good lighting in place
14. Repetitive or static 2 2 3 7 • Continued purchase of 1 1 2 5 • Safety • Facility • complete
1
without controls in place
2
with existing controls in place
6

7. motion injuries related ergonomic chairs and videos Foremen
to computer work workstations as budget • Continued champion/All
stations. permits. advocacy for
• Education regarding back budget area
and body care during and
extended periods of work at equipment
the computer replacement
• Use of online
ergonomic
assessment
tool.
15. Talking on the phone 2 2 3 7 • Not holding receiver on 1 2 3 6 • Workplace Facility Foreman • Complete
(difficult customers, or shoulder Violence
part of regular job • Purchase of head sets for Training
duties) high use staff (RFA, Booking
Clerk)
16. Dealing with difficult or 2 2 2 6 • Orientation on non- 2 2 1 5 • Workplace Facility Foreman • Complete
abusive customers inflammatory methods of Violence
communication Training
• Customer service training
• Orientation as to EMS
Activation
• Radios and telephones in
good order and accessible
• Physical space (counter) kept
between customer and
17. Lacerations from the 1 2 2 5 • Orientation and training 1 2 2 5 • Purchase Facility • Complete
paper cutters provided drag style Foreman/ RFA II
(laceration hazard) • Cutting appropriate number roller cutter
of sheets (small number)
18. Exposure to weather 2 2 1 5 • ACT EPP kept handy 1 1 1 3 • Setting up Facility Foreman • Complete
elements during • EMS/ETS numbers are evac. kits at
evacuation readily available pool with
• Evacuation kits are stocked disposable
and checked regularly jumpsuits
• Park partners regularly and booties
involved in Emergency for wet
Evacuation Planning patrons
• Participation in annual mock
emergencies
19. Exposure to bodily 2 2 3 7 • PPE (gloves, CPR one-way 2 2 3 7 • Facility Foreman • Complete
fluids masks) available
1
without controls in place
2
with existing controls in place
7

8. • Orientation and training
regarding disinfection
• Provision of fanny packs to
ensure PPE always available
• Needlestick injury protocols
are available and observed
20. Wet floors (from 1 2 1 4 • Cleaning scheduled for 1 1 1 4 • Facility Foreman • Complete
cleaning and downtime when possible
snow/rain tracking) • Small plastic slip fall signs
are used for public warning
• Rug service maintained for
wet and winter months
21. Trip/fall hazard from 2 2 3 7 • Wide edged mats are 2 1 3 6 • Investigation Facility Foreman • Complete
entrance rugs ordered through mat & mop of other
supply company absorbent
• Regular and perseverant alternatives
straightening of mats folded • Removal of
or with edges up mats for drier
• Customer and staff pathways months
kept clear of clutter; tidy (piloted ’07)
•
22. Slip fall in parking lots 2 3 3 8 • Regular assessment from 2 2 3 7 • Make sure Facility Foreman • Complete
and sidewalks on ice Parks Maintenance, during that sand
during cold weather early morning removal box is
months • Generous application of regularly
gravel or ice melt. topped up
• Main parking lots inspected during
several times daily by staff Winter
months.
23. Moving chairs, tables, 2 2 2 6 • Orientation for moving with 2 1 2 2 5 • Further Facility Foreman • Complete
equipment and people (keeping hands and adaptation to
furniture; setting up fingers off outside edges) chair and
for various program • Proper lifting techniques table moving
activities is spaces reviewed regularly carts for
around the facility • Use of carts and mechanical ease of
devices for lifting and setup
transportaion (Engineering, (orange cart)
PPE)
24. Accessing items (15 3 2 3 8 • Ensuring work areas are 2 2 3 7 • Facility Foreman • Complete
lbs or less) from top clean and free from clutter
shelves in regular • Ensuring all items on shelves
work or storage areas) are secured or under 15 lbs
1
without controls in place
2
with existing controls in place
8

9. • Small step ladders readily
available in all areas
• Packing items in small units
(i.e. removing consumables
from cartons etc.)
• Storage on lower shelves as
first priority
25. Missing Staff during a 3 2 1 6 • Use of a trades sign in log 3 1 1 5 • Door signs Facility Foreman • Complete
general evacuation • Proper evacuation on the back (after Mock
techniques and area of all doors, Emergency
checking processes in place indicating 2008 debriefing)
in the EPP. that “Area
Evacuated.”
26. Noisy atmosphere, 2 2 2 6 • PPE earplugs available 1 2 2 5 • Purchase of Facility Foreman • Complete
esp. on pool deck or a sound • Sound
lobby from screeching meter to meter
customers, some with track levels pending
disabilities June ‘09
27. Hot temperatures 1 2 3 6 • Availabilityof cool water for 1 1 3 5 • Water Facility Foreman • Complete
during seasonal shift rehydration breaks coolers
or hot summer • Proper functioning of AC in made avail.
weather (seasonal) all areas to staff
Comments: Assigned Value 1 2 3
These items may apply to any or all Severity First Aid Lost Time Injury Fatal
other areas. Area specific hazards are Probability Unlikely Probable Likely
noted from this point on only. Exposure Rarely (<1/month) Often (3 times/week) Every Day
Rating Serious 7, 8, 9 Moderate 5, 6 Low 3, 4
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Description of Program Specific Date Created: 31/10/03 Completed by: Facility Foreman (originally created by
(Recreation and S.U.R.F. Previous Review: 31/01/08 Tara Scade 2004)
Work Area Last Review: 24/04/09
Programs) Reviewed by: A.C.T. Core Team & Safety Committee
Further Target
Hazard S P E Rate1 Existing Controls S P E Rate2 Action By
Controls Date
1. Participant Behaviour, 2 2 3 7 • Staff carry, or have near 1 2 3 6 • NCI Recreation • Complete
including spitting, them first aid kits at all times, Training Technician III &
vomiting, biting or with PPE for CPR, barrier recertified SURF Program
scratching; also devices, gloves and hearing regularly Manager
1
without controls in place
2
with existing controls in place
9

10. kissing, pushing, or protection
exhibiting loud noises. • Medical conditions and
repetitive behaviours are all
considered when dealing with
program participants.
• All staff are required to take
Nonviolent Crisis Intervention
Training
2. Security of staff and 2 2 2 7 • Staff are oriented and trained 1 2 2 6 • Facility • Complete
injury from clients to deal with program Foreman/
participants exercising Recreation
inappropriate behaviour and Technician III &
will involve their care givers, SURF Program
if necessary, if necessary. Manager
All recreation staff are
required to take Nonviolent
Crisis Intervention Training
3. Offsite hazards during 2 2 2 6 • Orientation to facility where 2 1 2 5 • SURF Program • Complete
outings program is taking place Manager and
• Facility specific contact Rec. Tech III
Emergency and Evacuation
Information
Comments: Assigned Value 1 2 3
Severity First Aid Lost Time Injury Fatal
Probability Unlikely Probable Likely
Exposure Rarely (<1/month) Often (3 times/week) Every Day
Rating Serious 7, 8, 9 Moderate 5, 6 Low 3, 4
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Description of Filter Room (note all Date Created: 31/10/03
Completed by: Facility Foreman
general items apply; these are Previous Review: 31/01/08
Work Area Last Review: 24/04/09 Reviewed by: A.C.T. Core Team & Safety Committee
area specific)
Further Target
Hazard S P E Rate1 Existing Controls S P E Rate2 Action By
Controls Date
1. Backwashing of pools: 2 2 2 6 • Training and proper 2 1 2 5 • Annual Facility Foreman • Complete
handling filter media techniques for lifting checklist
during procedure and • Shadow performance and completion
precoat preceptorship part of training for
1
without controls in place
2
with existing controls in place
10

11. lifeguard
staff
2. Handling caustic 3 3 1 7 • Training regarding handling 3 2 1 6 • Annual Facility Foreman • Complete
soda, including: • MSDS accessible and staff checklist
assisting AMPW BTM familiar with completion
staff with repairs, • PPE is available for
changing and moving • Dangerous Goods Training lifeguard
barrels, cleaning small required for all lifeguard staff staff
spills, receiving orders
3. Filling body feeders 2 2 2 6 • PPE available 2 1 2 5 • Annual Facility Foreman • Complete
with filtration media • Proper lifting techniques checklist
used completion
• Staff oriented to activity for
appropriately lifeguard
staff
4. Losing control of fire 2 2 2 6 • Proper training and 2 1 1 4 • Annual Facility Foreman • Complete
hose during backwash orientation of staff checklist
• Lower pressure in water hose completion
• Use of garden hose diameter for
hose with hot water, instead lifeguard
of 3 inch line staff
• Rotating schedule of
backwash performers
5. Opening and closing 2 2 2 6 • Proper training and 2 1 2 5 • Annual Facility Foreman • Complete
valves under pressure orientation of staff checklist
• Ensuring staff are educated completion
to turn slowly to avoid for
sudden pressure buildups lifeguard
and/or releases. staff
6. Working in a hot 2 2 2 6 • Investigation of 1 1 2 4 • Facility Foreman • Complete
environment (see # 27 supplementary ventilation
General Area) • Orientation and training
including hydration and
frequent breaks
7. Exposure to 1 2 3 5 • MSDS available 1 1 3 4 • Facility Foreman • Complete
chemicals during • training and orientation
water tests • proper, non contact handling
techniques for samples
1
without controls in place
2
with existing controls in place
11

12. Comments: Assigned Value 1 2 3
Severity First Aid Lost Time Injury Fatal
Probability Unlikely Probable Likely
Exposure Rarely (<1/month) Often (3 times/week) Every Day
Rating Serious 7, 8, 9 Moderate 5, 6 Low 3, 4
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Description of Chlorine Room (note all Date Created: 31/10/03
Completed by: Facility Foreman
general items apply; these are Previous Review: 31/01/08
Work Area Last Review: 24/04/09 Reviewed by: A.C.T. Core Team & Safety Committee
area specific)
Further Target
Hazard S P E Rate1 Existing Controls S P E Rate2 Action By
Controls Date
1. Exposure to chlorine 3 3 1 7 • Proper orientation and 3 1 1 5 • Annual Facility Foreman • Complete
gas training per bottle change checklist
protocol observed completion
• PPE worn, and accessible for
• Alarm maintained lifeguard
staff
2. Moving chlorine 3 3 1 7 • Proper orientation and 3 2 1 6 • Annual Facility Foreman • Complete
cylinders training per bottle change checklist
protocol observed completion
• PPE worn, and accessible for
• Alarm maintained lifeguard
staff
3. SCBA Pack leaking 3 1 1 5 • Regular inspections are 3 1 1 5 • Annual Facility Foreman • Complete
and/or exploding made checklist
• Orientation and training completion
provided for handling for
• Maintenance performed as lifeguard
needed staff
4. Exposure to ammonia 2 2 1 5 • Proper techniques used for 1 2 1 4 • Facility Foreman • Complete
for leak testing testing the strength (waving
fumes towards nose, not
“sniffing” for strength
• Orientation and training for
filling bottle
• MSDS readily available
1
without controls in place
2
with existing controls in place
12

13. Comments: Assigned Value 1 2 3
Severity First Aid Lost Time Injury Fatal
Probability Unlikely Probable Likely
Exposure Rarely (<1/month) Often (3 times/week) Every Day
Rating Serious 7, 8, 9 Moderate 5, 6 Low 3, 4
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HAZARD ASSESSMENT AND CONTROLS
Description of Stairs to Basement Date Created: 31/10/03
Completed by: Facility Foreman
(note all general items apply; Previous Review: 31/01/08
Work Area Last Review: 24/04/09 Reviewed by: A.C.T. Core Team & Safety Committee
these are area specific)
Further Target
Hazard S P E Rate1 Existing Controls S P E Rate2 Action By
Controls Date
1. Program storage area 2 2 1 5 • Regular OH&S and 1 1 1 3 • Facility • Complete
at the bottom of stairs Operational inspections Foreman/
can tend to become occur monthly Facility
cluttered • Ownership from the P&E Programmer
staff (instructors,
programmer) is encouraged
• Supplies regularly inventoried
Comments: Assigned Value 1 2 3
Severity First Aid Lost Time Injury Fatal
Probability Unlikely Probable Likely
Exposure Rarely (<1/month) Often (3 times/week) Every Day
Rating Serious 7, 8, 9 Moderate 5, 6 Low 3, 4
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Chemical Storage Date Created: 31/10/03
Description of Area Pool Basement Completed by: Facility Foreman
Previous Review: 31/01/08
Work Area (note all general items apply; Last Review: 24/04/09 Reviewed by: A.C.T. Core Team & Safety Committee
these are area specific)
Further Target
Hazard S P E Rate1 Existing Controls S P E Rate2 Action By
Controls Date
1. Caustic Soda handling 3 3 2 7 • Note lifting orientation and 3 1 2 5 • Annual Facility Foreman • Complete
training earlier in general for checklist
1
without controls in place
2
with existing controls in place
13

14. 20l or 5 gallon containers completion
• MSDS are readily available for
• Orientation and training lifeguard
• PPE available and donned staff
during handling, fit testing if
necessary
2. Hydrochloric Acid 3 3 2 7 • Note lifting orientation and 3 1 2 5 • Annual Facility Foreman • Complete
handling training earlier in general for checklist
20l or 5 gallon containers completion
• MSDS are readily available for
• Orientation and training lifeguard
• PPE available and donned staff
during handling, fit testing if
necessary
3. Silkleer (Filter Media) 2 3 2 7 • Note lifting orientation and 2 2 2 6 • Annual Facility Foreman • Complete
handling training earlier in general for checklist
20l or 5 gallon containers completion
• MSDS are readily available for
• Orientation and training lifeguard
• PPE available and donned staff
during handling, fit testing if
necessary
4. Liquid Cleaning 2 3 2 7 • Note lifting orientation and 2 2 2 6 • Annual Facility Foreman • Complete
Concentrates handling training earlier in general for checklist
20l or 5 gallon containers completion
• MSDS are readily available for
• Orientation and training lifeguard
• PPE available and donned staff
during handling, fit testing if
necessary
5. Receiving all 2 3 2 7 • Ensure all PPE is available. 2 2 2 6 • •
chemicals • TDG and WHMIS training is
provided and up to date.
Comments: Assigned Value 1 2 3
Severity First Aid Lost Time Injury Fatal
Probability Unlikely Probable Likely
Exposure Rarely (<1/month) Often (3 times/week) Every Day
Rating Serious 7, 8, 9 Moderate 5, 6 Low 3, 4
1
without controls in place
2
with existing controls in place
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Building Exterior and Date Created: 31/10/03
Description of Entrances (note all general Previous Review: 31/01/08 Completed by: Facility Foreman
Work Area items apply; these are area Last Review: 24/04/09
Reviewed by: A.C.T. Core Team & Safety Committee
specific)
Further Target
Hazard S P E Rate1 Existing Controls S P E Rate2 Action By
Controls Date
1. Icy conditions during 2 3 3 8 • Regular sanding and ice melt 2 2 3 7 • Facility Foreman • Complete
cold weather months is applied
create slip fall hazard • Particular staff are assigned
(see General Area to these duties
#22)
2. Vehicle break ins 3 2 2 6 • Regular contact with 3 2 1 6 • Facility Foreman • Complete
Corporate Security and EPS
• Orientation and training
about witnessed event and
non-involement
3. Snow removal (see 2 3 3 8 • Orientation and training with 2 3 3 8 • Facility Foreman • Complete
General Area #11, chemicals used to clean
#20) • Use of snow moving, instead
of shovels for equipment
• Back care tips and
orientation
• Use of mechanical sweeper
• PPE equipment available if
necessary
4. Uneven sidewalk east 2 2 2 6 • Ensure that ice melt is used 1 2 2 5 • Orientation Facility Foreman • Complete
side of building by in the winter for staff
chlorine room. (see #1 • Staff educated w.r.t. exiting during
above & General Area mechanical room during icy seasonal
#22) conditions conditions
Comments: Assigned Value 1 2 3
Severity First Aid Lost Time Injury Fatal
Probability Unlikely Probable Likely
Exposure Rarely (<1/month) Often (3 times/week) Every Day
Rating Serious 7, 8, 9 Moderate 5, 6 Low 3, 4
1
without controls in place
2
with existing controls in place
15

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HAZARD ASSESSMENT AND CONTROLS
Description of Boiler Rooms (note all Date Created: 31/10/03
Completed by: Facility Foreman
general items apply; these are Previous Review: 31/01/08
Work Area Last Review: 24/04/09 Reviewed by: A.C.T. Core Team & Safety Committee
area specific)
Further Target
Hazard S P E Rate1 Existing Controls S P E Rate2 Action By
Controls Date
1. Climbing ladder to 3 2 1 6 • Orientation and training is 3 1 1 5 • Also Facility Foreman • Complete
access the roof provided regarding use of Trades
hand holds Sign in Log
• Working alone protocols are (see #25
observed General)
• Confined space protocols are
observed
2. Clutter in Rec. Side 1 2 1 3 • Ensure contract cleaners 1 1 1 3 • Organizati Facility Foreman • Complete
Boiler room keep area clean onal
shelving
and bins
for
contractor
chemicals
Comments: Assigned Value 1 2 3
Severity First Aid Lost Time Injury Fatal
Probability Unlikely Probable Likely
Exposure Rarely (<1/month) Often (3 times/week) Every Day
Rating Serious 7, 8, 9 Moderate 5, 6 Low 3, 4
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Wet Storage Area Date Created: 31/10/03
Description of Pool Deck (note all general Completed by: Facility Foreman
Previous Review: 31/01/08
Work Area items apply; these are area Last Review: 24/04/09 Reviewed by: A.C.T. Core Team & Safety Committee
specific)
Further Target
Hazard S P E Rate1 Existing Controls S P E Rate2 Action By
Controls Date
1
without controls in place
2
with existing controls in place
16

17. 1. Clutter in area 2 2 3 7 • Regular OH&S and 2 1 3 6 • Facility • Complete
Operations checklist system Foreman/
in place Facility
• Regular cleaning from Programmer
instructors
2. Accessing items (15 2 2 3 7 • Ensuring work areas are 2 1 3 6 • Facility • Complete
lbs or less) from top clean and free from clutter Foreman/
shelves in regular • Ensuring all items on shelves Facility
work or storage areas are secured or under 15 lbs Programmer
(see #23 General • Small step ladders readily
items) available in all areas
• Packing items in small units
(i.e. removing consumables
from cartons etc.)
• Storage on lower shelves as
first priority
Comments: Assigned Value 1 2 3
Severity First Aid Lost Time Injury Fatal
Probability Unlikely Probable Likely
Exposure Rarely (<1/month) Often (3 times/week) Every Day
Rating Serious 7, 8, 9 Moderate 5, 6 Low 3, 4
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Description of
General Storage Date Created: 31/10/03
Completed by: Facility Foreman
Areas (note all general items Previous Review: 31/01/08
Work Area Last Review: 24/04/09 Reviewed by: A.C.T. Core Team & Safety Committee
apply; these are area specific)
Further Target
Hazard S P E Rate1 Existing Controls S P E Rate2 Action By
Controls Date
1. Handling Lost & 1 2 3 6 • PPE gloves are used 1 1 3 5 • Facility • Complete
Found • All is mechanically washed Foreman/
prior to identification and RFA II
storage
• Disposal of personal items if
necessary, like
undergarments or hair
implements
1
without controls in place
2
with existing controls in place
17

18. Comments: Assigned Value 1 2 3
Severity First Aid Lost Time Injury Fatal
Probability Unlikely Probable Likely
Exposure Rarely (<1/month) Often (3 times/week) Every Day
Rating Serious 7, 8, 9 Moderate 5, 6 Low 3, 4
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Description of Electrical Room (note all Date Created: 31/10/03
Completed by: Facility Foreman
general items apply; these are Previous Review: 31/01/08
Work Area Last Review: 24/04/09 Reviewed by: A.C.T. Core Team & Safety Committee
area specific)
Further Target
Hazard S P E Rate1 Existing Controls S P E Rate2 Action By
Controls Date
1. Movement and 1 2 3 6 • Equipment is on rollers and 1 1 3 5 • Addition of Facility Foreman • Complete
storage of rental carts and cart is secure. weight to & AMPW
equipment; possibility • Orientation and training for the bottom Custodial Staff
of slip, fall, or tipping setups of the
over because of top amplifier
heavy amplification cart
and mixing equipment
2. Electrocution 3 1 1 5 • Main panel plates are 3 1 1 5 • Facility Foreman • Complete
securely mounted
• OH&S and operational
checks completed regularly
• No items stored within 1 m of
front of panels
Comments: Assigned Value 1 2 3
Severity First Aid Lost Time Injury Fatal
Probability Unlikely Probable Likely
Exposure Rarely (<1/month) Often (3 times/week) Every Day
Rating Serious 7, 8, 9 Moderate 5, 6 Low 3, 4
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without controls in place
2
with existing controls in place
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19. HAZARD ASSESSMENT AND CONTROLS
Description of Cashier Area (note all Date Created: 31/10/03
Completed by: Facility Foreman
general items apply; these are Previous Review: 31/01/08
Work Area Last Review: 24/04/09 Reviewed by: A.C.T. Core Team & Safety Committee
area specific)
Further Target
Hazard S P E Rate1 Existing Controls S P E Rate2 Action By
Controls Date
1. Dealing with cash, 3 3 1 7 • Ensuring cash handling 3 1 1 5 • Spot audits Facility • Complete
robbery potential protocols are observed by RFAII Foreman/
• Counting of cash is occurring and BD RFA II
in safe room behind closed Supervisor
doors • Robbery
Prevention
Training by
BD
2. Sitting in one position 2 2 3 7 • Frequent breaks and 2 1 2 5 • OH&S and Facility • Complete
for extended periods stretches are used Operation Foreman/
of time • Ergonomic self assessment Audits RFA II
tools are employed (e-city) continued
• see #13
General
Area.
3. Crushing injuries from 2 2 3 7 • Orientation and training of 2 2 3 7 • Facility • Complete
heavy safe door staff Foreman/
• Perseverent reminder RFA II
protocol employed
Comments: Assigned Value 1 2 3
Severity First Aid Lost Time Injury Fatal
Probability Unlikely Probable Likely
Exposure Rarely (<1/month) Often (3 times/week) Every Day
Rating Serious 7, 8, 9 Moderate 5, 6 Low 3, 4
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Date Created: 31/10/03
Description of Lobby (note all general items Previous Review: 31/01/08
Completed by: Facility Foreman
Work Area apply; these are area specific) Last Review: 24/04/09 Reviewed by: A.C.T. Core Team & Safety Committee
Further Target
Hazard S P E Rate1 Existing Controls S P E Rate2 Action By
Controls Date
1
without controls in place
2
with existing controls in place
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20. 1. Crimes perpetrated 3 2 1 6 • Staff orientation and training 3 1 1 5 • addition of Facility • Complete
because of the cash • Employing excellent security Foreman/ • Cameras
machine observational skills during cameras RFA II pending
2010
opening periods
• Ensuring radios are on and
checked immediately at the
beginning of shift and that
phones are within reach to
contact EMS
Comments: Assigned Value 1 2 3
Severity First Aid Lost Time Injury Fatal
Probability Unlikely Probable Likely
Exposure Rarely (<1/month) Often (3 times/week) Every Day
Rating Serious 7, 8, 9 Moderate 5, 6 Low 3, 4
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Change Rooms and Date Created: 31/10/03
Description of First Aid Room (note all Completed by: Facility Foreman
Previous Review: 31/01/08
Work Area general items apply; these are Last Review: 24/04/09 Reviewed by: A.C.T. Core Team & Safety Committee
area specific)
Further Target
Hazard S P E Rate1 Existing Controls S P E Rate2 Action By
Controls Date
1. Cleaning broken glass 2 2 1 5 • Use perseverant sweeping 1 1 1 3 • Facility Foreman • Complete
off the floor then hosing protocol for
cleaning, vacuum with hepa if
possible
• Wearing proper PPE
2. Handling O2 or SCBA 3 3 1 7 • Equipment orientation and 3 2 1 6 • Facility Foreman • Complete
cylinders, potential training
explosion • Always handling cylinders
while they’re lying down
Comments: Assigned Value 1 2 3
Severity First Aid Lost Time Injury Fatal
Probability Unlikely Probable Likely
Exposure Rarely (<1/month) Often (3 times/week) Every Day
Rating Serious 7, 8, 9 Moderate 5, 6 Low 3, 4
1
without controls in place
2
with existing controls in place
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Description of Pool Deck (note all general Date Created: 31/10/03
Completed by: Facility Foreman
items apply; these are area Previous Review: 31/01/08
Work Area Last Review: 24/04/09 Reviewed by: A.C.T. Core Team & Safety Committee
specific)
Further Target
Hazard S P E Rate1 Existing Controls S P E Rate2 Action By
Controls Date
1. Electrocution when 3 3 1 7 • Orientation when hosing, 3 1 1 5 • Facility Foreman • Complete
cleaning due to faulty training and dealing with
ground fault water around electrical
interrupters (plug ins) outlets
• PPE is readily accessible;
boots fit
• Rotation of cleaning duties
among staff
2. Possibility of trip fall 3 2 3 8 • Perseverance with lifeguards 3 1 3 7 • Facility • Complete
accidents because of who can assist with cleaning Foreman/
hoses or equipment and organization of the pool Facility
on the pool deck deck during rotation Programmer
3. Standing and walking 2 3 3 7 • PPE proper footwear 2 1 3 6 • Facility Foreman • Complete
for extended periods • Training to alternate sitting
of time while and walking when convenient
lifeguarding • Rotation of staff as frequently
as schedule permits
4. Walking on wet, 2 3 3 7 • PPE proper footwear 2 1 3 6 • Footwear Facility Foreman • Complete
slippery and uneven • Training to alternate sitting reimburse
decks and walking when convenient ments
• Rotation of staff as frequently (2008)
as schedule permits
5. Climbing in and out of 2 3 3 8 • Orientation and training to 2 1 3 6 • Non slip Facility • Complete
lifeguard chairs or staff cushion Foreman/ ALW
slipping while demo. • Proper footwear is used. mats at Facility
aquasize on deck. • Annual checklist is completed bottom of Programmer
with ALW and RFLC staff chair
(guards and aquasize • ALW
instructors) aquasize
mat
6. Lifting people out of 2 3 3 8 • Orientation and training to 2 1 3 6 • Annual Facility Foreman • Complete
1
without controls in place
2
with existing controls in place
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22. the pool during staff checklist
rescues or lessons • Back care protocols reviewed completion
regularly for
• Practice implemented during lifeguard
inservices staff
8. Working in a hot 2 2 2 6 • Investigation of 1 1 2 4 • Facility Foreman • Complete
environment supplementary ventilation
• Orientation and training
including hydration and
frequent breaks
• Frequent rotations and
perseverance with
temperature management
during seasonal changes
7. Lifting, catching or 2 3 3 8 • Orientation and training to 2 1 3 6 • Annual Facility • Complete
moving students staff checklist Foreman/
during classes • Back care protocols reviewed completion Facility
regularly for Programmer
• Practice implemented during lifeguard
inservices staff
8. Instructors slipping 2 3 3 8 • PPE non-slip footwear 2 1 3 6 • Annual Facility • Complete
and falling while suggested checklist Foreman/
demonstrating • Orientation and training of completion Facility
exercises staff aquatic Programmer
• Use of demonstration mats fitness (ALW)
provided to all of the pools staff
• Limiting the amount of
jumping or bounce during the
demonstrations
• Using a supplementary
support, such as the lifeguard
chair, during exercises
Comments: Assigned Value 1 2 3
Severity First Aid Lost Time Injury Fatal
Probability Unlikely Probable Likely
Exposure Rarely (<1/month) Often (3 times/week) Every Day
Rating Serious 7, 8, 9 Moderate 5, 6 Low 3, 4
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without controls in place
2
with existing controls in place
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