Safety guidelines

Clothing for maximum protection:

• long pants and long sleeves;
• strong, enclosed boots or shoes;
• strong work gloves;
• wide brimmed hat;
• wear protective glasses when removing weed such as Lantana.

Hazardous materials on site:

• follow the safe working procedure for handling & disposal of any needles that are found. Gloves and sharps containers are to be used;
• asbestos or fibro refuse: report all findings to the coordinator. Do not touch;
• herbicide to be used only if training has been completed;
• eye protection, long sleeves, long trousers/overalls and impervious gloves are to be worn when handling or spraying herbicide;
• Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) will be kept on site when herbicides are used.

Hazards on site:

• be alert to the presence of snakes and spiders and report any sightings to the coordinator;
• report all near misses and incidents that occur in the work zone to the coordinator;
• use sun screen on exposed skin;
• take frequent drinks breaks on hot days and work in the shade if possible.