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Disability Service Safety Statement January - 2017

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Disability Service

Safety Statement

January - 2017

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Health and Safety..........................................................................................................................4

Emergency Details.........................................................................................................................5

Fire Emergencies...........................................................................................................................5

Fire Alarm......................................................................................................................................6

First Aid......................................................................................................................................... 6

Panic Buttons................................................................................................................................ 7

Health & Safety Policy...................................................................................................................8

1 Statement of Intent and Objectives......................................................................................8

1.1 Statement of Intent........................................................................................................8

1.2 Objectives.......................................................................................................................8

2 Organization and Responsibilities.......................................................................................10

2.1 Duties of Heads of Departments with regard to safety management..........................10

2.2 Duties of a Departmental Safety Officer.......................................................................11

2.3 Duties of Departmental Fire Warden............................................................................13

2.4 All Members of Staff.....................................................................................................14

2.5 Students........................................................................................................................15

3 Health and Safety Arrangements........................................................................................15

3.1 Information Instruction Training and Supervision........................................................15

3.2 Consultation..................................................................................................................15

3.3 Risk Assessments..........................................................................................................15

3.4 Accident / Incident Reporting and Investigation...........................................................16

3.5 Hazard Reporting..........................................................................................................16

3.6 Management of Work-related Stress...........................................................................16

4 Security advice for Staff / Students working in College Buildings........................................17

4.1 Holiday Periods.............................................................................................................17

5 Procedure for lone working / after normal working hours..................................................18

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6 VDU assessment..................................................................................................................19

7 Trinity College Policies & Procedures Web Links.................................................................20

Disability Service Risk Assessment..............................................................................................21

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Health and Safety

Health & Safety is important. The Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005 requires that

you take all precautions, as far as is reasonably practicable, to avoid endangering yourself or

others by your activities. The Health & Safety Statement and Codes of Practice for the

Department are set out below and you must read, understand and abide by them.

You are required to sign the declaration form stating you have received, read and understand

the Disability Service Departmental Safety Statement and Risk Assessment. This Departmental

Safety Statement supplements the College Safety Statement and College Policies, which are

contained in the Staff Handbook and are accessible on the web at Buildings Safety Statement

link.

The Health & Safety Statement and Codes of Practice consist of: -

Emergency Details

Departmental Health & Safety Policy

Objectives

Organisation & Responsibilities

Health & Safety Arrangements

Security advice for Staff and Students working in college buildings

Procedure to be followed for lone working and after normal working hours

College Policies & Procedures Web Links

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Emergency Details

In the event of an incident requiring emergency assistance, the fire/emergency services or

medical assistance:

Contact the University Central Security Control Room located at 200/201 Pearse Street (near

Beckett Centre) which is manned over 24 hours – 7 days a week. (Ext No *1999) using the

nearest telephone or 01 896 1999 if using a mobile phone.

*Strictly emergencies only.

You should add this number to your mobile NOW

Extension 1317 the Control Room.

Extension 1157 Arts Building Security.

Fire Emergencies

What to do if you discover a fire

Raise the alarm at the nearest break glass unit (BGU) / alarm call point.

Leave your building immediately using the nearest exit route, closing doors behind you.

Notify Security at ext. 1999 or from your mobile 01-8961999, informing them that the alarm

has been raised and in which area.

Report to your designated Assembly Point

Note:

Do not fight fire unless safe to do so and you are trained in the use of fire extinguishers.

Do not fight fire unless alarm is raised first.

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What to do if the fire alarm sounds

Leave your building immediately using the nearest exit route

Close doors behind you as you leave

Move away from the building

Report to your designated Assembly Point

Do not re-enter building for any reason until authorised to do so and fire alarm is switched off.

Remember :

Do not take any personal risks.

If safe to do so, switch off equipment / make your area safe

Do not use lifts.

Keep exit routes clear at all times

Keep your area clean, tidy and clutter free. Remove rubbish regularly.

Check and familiarise yourself with the nearest exit(s) from your building, break glass units and

the location of your Assembly Point.

Note: on assessment of the incident, those assembled may need to be moved to an alternative

Assembly Point location.

Fire Alarm

The Arts Building is provided with an automatic fire alarm system, which is regularly tested by

the College Buildings Office. The fire alarm can be manually triggered from any of the several

break-glass alarm boxes, which are placed in strategic areas around the Building. In the event

of a fire the fire alarm system should be activated immediately and the building evacuated.

First Aid

During normal office hours emergency medical attention can be obtained from the Student

Health Services by contacting ext. 1556. Certain members of Staff within each building are

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trained as first aiders. They are responsible for administering first aid to staff, students and

others (visitors, members of the public on campus) and ensuring their allocated first aid

supplies are sufficient. The Disability Service first aider is Andrew Costello.

Should the local first aiders or the medical services providers in the Student Health Centre be

unavailable then the emergency services can be contacted on extension 1999.

Panic Buttons

There are eight panic buttons, one installed beside the Executive Officer’s desk room 2054, one

in each of the following rooms 2053, 2057, 3039, 3055, 3162 the Respite Area 2032 and House

4. The panic buttons in rooms 2053, 2054, 2057, 3039, 3055 and 3162 are connected to the

Control Room, 200/201 Pearse Street (near the Beckett centre). When the button is pressed,

Security in the Control Room will alert the nearest security guard in the Arts Building. To reset

button use key provided. Panic buttons with a draw string are connected to the Security Desk

in the Arts Building and these are in the Respite Area, Arts Building.

Any problems contact Paul Bolger, Services Co-ordinator, Buildings Office.

Email: [email protected]

Extension: 2495

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Health & Safety Policy

1 Statement of Intent and Objectives

1.1 Statement of Intent

Disability Service recognises and will ensure compliance with the requirements of the Safety,

Health and Welfare at Work Act, 2005, associated legislation made under the Act and the

College Safety Statement, College Policies and Codes of Practice documents.

All reasonable steps will be taken to ensure that no person’s – be it staff, students or others –

health, safety and welfare is put at risk by, or as a result of the activities of the Department.

Adequate resources will, as far as is reasonably possible, be made available in relation to

health, safety and welfare matters.

All affected will receive the necessary, and up to date, information, instruction and training and

adequate levels of supervision for them to undertake activities in a safe manner.

Both proactive and reactive approaches towards health, safety and welfare will be taken.

Thorough consultation will take place with Staff, Safety Representatives on health, safety and

welfare in order to ensure the effectiveness of this and the College Safety Statements.

This local Statement will be kept up to date through regular review and, if necessary, revision

annually.

1.2 Objectives

a) By achieving all of the above the Department will ensure that it meets its objectives for

health, safety and welfare of:

b) establishing a safe environment for all;

c) establishing and maintaining safe working procedures for staff and students;

d) encouraging health and safety as an integral part of work by all staff and students;

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e) developing and maintaining a safety consciousness and a safety culture in all within the

Disability Service;

f) conforming to the requirements laid down in the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work

Act 2005, any further provisions made under the Act, other applicable legislation and

the College Safety Statement, College Policies and Codes of Practice documents;

Signed …………………………………………………. (Head of Department)

Date ……31st January 2017…………………….

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2 Organization and Responsibilities

Health & Safety is the responsibility of everyone. Staff and students have a personal

responsibility for the safety of themselves and others and any potentially hazardous situation

should be notified, without delay, to the Head of Department or Department Administrator.

Specific responsibilities in the Department are listed below:

2.1 Duties of Heads of Departments with regard to safety management

Heads of Departments responsibilities in relation to safety include the following:-

1. To ensure that a departmental safety statement is prepared, reviewed, and updated

as necessary for their Department / Area

2. To co-operate in the undertaking of departmental safety inspections and audits in

their Department / Area

3. To monitor the implementation of the departmental safety statement in their Department / Area

4. To co-operate in the distribution of health and safety documentation and

information relevant to their Department / Area

5. To ensure that accidents/dangerous occurrences are reported in accordance with the

College's reporting procedures

6. To liaise and co-operate with elected safety representatives

7. To co-operate in the initiation, organisation and local management of fire drills and

other emergency procedures within the physical areas of their Department / Area

8. To co-operate in the provision of staff safety training, by directly organising

relevant training or by ensuring the attendance of staff at designated courses, as

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appropriate

9. To arrange for the identification of safety equipment requirements, including

personal protective equipment within their Department / Area, and to make

arrangements for its provision, as far as is reasonably practicable

10. To co-operate with other College personnel in the management of health and

safety within their Department /Area

2.2 Duties of a Departmental Safety Officer

1. Be familiar with The College Safety Statement.

2. Liaise with The College Safety Officer.

3. Periodically review Health and Safety procedures within their area.

4. Advise and assist the Head of Department on any revision of the Departmental

Health and Safety policy.

5. Monitor that safe working practices and procedures, together with any necessary

risk assessments are completed and complied with.

6. Disseminate Health and Safety information and reports and pass to appropriate

members of staff and students within their departments.

7. Monitor that adequate precautions are being taken regarding any special hazard in,

or about to be introduced into the department.

8. Conduct or co-ordinate systematic Health and Safety inspections and accident

investigations to identify unsafe or unhealthy conditions or work practices, and

monitor any preventative action taken including implementation.

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9. Attend relevant Departmental and Faculty Safety Committee meetings.

10. Monitor that plant equipment and processes within areas are being maintained as

required by any relevant instructions, statutory provisions, codes of practice etc. and

that staff and students are suitably informed instructed trained and supervised.

11. Maintain adequate Health & Safety records where appropriate as required by

relevant statutory provision or College/Departmental Safety Statements.

12. Monitor the standard of housekeeping in their area and ensure a high level is

maintained as far as is reasonably practicable.

13. Monitor that suitable and sufficient personal protective equipment is available and

used within their areas.

14. Act with the delegated authority of the Head of Department in matters of safety

urgency.

15. Refer promptly to the Head of Department in the first instance any safety

problems that cannot be resolved on a time scale commensurate with the

risk.

16. Report all defects in plant equipment structure or fabric promptly to the Head of

Department or Buildings Office.

17. Ensure that new members of the Department / Area receive adequate induction

with respect to health and safety matters.

18. Report to the Senior or Junior Deans any matters requiring disciplinary proceedings.

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2.3 Duties of Departmental Fire Warden

1. Perform weekly checks to ensure:

a. Escape route exits are easily openable from the inside by any person within

the building.

b. Escape routes are not obstructed.

c. All combustible materials from escape routes and building are removed as

far as possible.

d. All fire extinguishers directional signs break glass unit keys and other items

in association with fire safety are in position and functioning.

e. Monitor Departmental areas to ensure compliance with fire safety

control measures (in conjunction with Departmental Safety Officer.

2. Assist in the evacuation of the building in the event of fire / fire drill. Fire Wardens will

be asked to evacuate persons as far as possible. Details of non- compliance with fire

plan or drills to be reported to the Head of Department and College Safety Officer.

3. Undergo training in basic fire safety.

4. Maintain any Departmental Fire Safety register, containing details of training, fire

drills, and fire related plant and equipment.

5. Ensure fire doors are kept closed (not locked).

6. Report any breaches in the Fire Safety policy to the Head of department if not

resolved quickly.

7. Monitor the observance of no smoking rules, and report any contraventions to

the Head of Department.

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2.4 All Members of Staff

At all times members of staff must: -

Carry out their duties in accordance with the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act, 2005:

Take reasonable care for his own safety, health and welfare and that of any other person who

may be affected by his acts or omissions while at work;

Co-operate with his employer and any other person to such extent as will enable his employer

or the other person to comply with any of the relevant statutory provisions;

Use in such manner so as to provide the protection intended, any suitable appliance, protective

clothing, convenience, equipment or other means or thing provided (whether for his use alone

or for use by him in common with others) for securing his safety, health or welfare while at

work;

Report to his employer or his immediate supervisor, without unreasonable delay any defects in

plant, equipment, place of work or system of work, which might endanger safety, health or

welfare, of which he becomes aware.

Be familiar with the College Safety Statement and the Department Safety Statement and policy

documents in so far as these are likely to affect their activities.

Report (in accordance with University procedures) any incident, stating whether injury or

damage resulted, as soon as is practicable.

Report as soon as practicable any hazardous situation to their immediate supervisor.

Ensure that they are familiar with all exit and fire exit routes for locations in which they are

working, the location of fire fighting equipment and the actions to take in the event of an

emergency.

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2.5 Students

The Department has a duty to ensure the health, safety and welfare, so far as is reasonably

practicable of its students. Students are expected to co-operate by taking proper care for the

health and safety of themselves and others who may be affected by their acts or omissions.

Students are expected to follow any instructions in safe practices and procedures and ensure

they do not intentionally or recklessly interfere or misuse anything provided in the interest of

health, safety and welfare.

3 Health and Safety Arrangements

This section of the Department Safety Statement details what arrangements for health, safety

and welfare issues are in place locally within the Department.

3.1 Information Instruction Training and Supervision

Details of current available dates to attend the Safety Training sessions are available on the

Safety, Health Welfare website at Buildings Safety Training Web Link

You can request a place on one of the training courses by filling out the online booking form:

Click here to book a training session.

3.2 Consultation

Staff and students concerned about health and safety should initially discuss the situation with

their immediate supervisor. If the matter cannot be resolved at that level, then it should be

raised with the Departmental Safety Officer, Head of Department or College Safety Officer

(preferably in that order). All employees may also raise the matter with their Elected Safety

Representative. (Buildings Safety Consultation Web Link)

3.3 Risk Assessments

The current risk assessment is appended to this document. Reviewing and revising

assessments will be undertaken as appropriate.

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3.4 Accident / Incident Reporting and Investigation

All accidents or incidents must be reported on the official College Accident / Incident Reporting

Form at the following link: Accident / Incident Forms

The form must be completed by the School/Department Head, or Departmental Safety Officer

as soon as possible after any accident has occurred. This is a requirement under the college’s

Employer & Public Liability policies. In the case of staff injuries, the original form should be

retained by the Department, and copies sent to (1) Departmental Safety Officer, (2) Mr. T.

Merriman, (College Safety Officer), and (3) Ms P. Gray, (for insurance purposes) Estates &

Facilities Department, 194 Pearse Street.

If a member of staff is absent for greater than 3 working days as a result of an occupational

accident or an occupational related illness, the Head of Department must specifically advise the

College Safety Officer, as a separate mandatory report must be made to the Health and Safety

Authority.

3.5 Hazard Reporting

College Hazards must be reported to the Buildings Office Help Line (ext. 1828).

3.6 Management of Work-related Stress

Formal: The Disability Service hold Staff meetings every second week. Case Management

Meetings are also held every second week. There is also a one to one monthly supervisory

meeting for each Staff member with the Director of the Service and Staff Reviews twice a year

in May and December. Together these meetings address issues that arise and give Staff the

opportunity to air grievances and discuss any kind of problems they may have.

Informal: College has a Dignity and Respect Policy first introduced in July 2008. All Staff should

read this policy and adhere to principles and practices outlined College Dignity and Respect

Policy link.

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4 Security advice for Staff / Students working in College Buildings

Ensure that all door and window locking devices are in working order.

Keep all offices locked when not in use.

Utilise a key control system. Department keys should be accounted for at all times.

Do not label keys with their use – use a code system instead.

Keep desk drawers, presses and filing cabinets locked when not in use or unattended.

Petty cash should be kept to the minimum required and kept secured at all times.

Avoid having valuable personal property in your office as this is not insured by College.

Secure handbags in a drawer or filing cabinet and do not leave wallets, purses or other valuable

property in jackets or coats that are hanging up.

After hours, report any problems of a security nature which you may come across to College

Security i.e. unsecured or open doors and windows, faulty locking devices etc.

Be on the alert for persons acting in a suspicious manner i.e. loitering in toilets, corridors and

secluded areas in the building. Report the matter immediately to College Security, any Security

Officer or Attendant. Your immediate action in making this report could prevent the

commission of a crime.

4.1 Holiday Periods

College departments are advised of the follow precautions during holiday periods.

Ensure that all items of value are secured and out of sight, particularly in the case of ground

floor offices and facilities.

Petty cash boxes and small portable items such as laptops, cameras etc. should be securely

stored in office safes and steel presses.

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Do not leave the keys of receptacles containing such items in desk drawers or anywhere else in

the office.

Ensure that all (external) door and window locking devices are in perfect working order (if

maintenance is required on these devices, report it REPAIRS without delay) and check all

offices/rooms and other facilities for security and / or other hazards prior to securing the

building.

Make sure that all external doors (Including fire doors, if building is unoccupied over the

holiday period) and windows are properly secured before departing college.

5 Procedure for lone working / after normal working hours

As per staff contracts the general working hours are 9.00 a.m. to 5.30 p.m. with a one hour

lunch break and a 15 minute coffee break in the mornings. A formal flexi-time system does not

exist in DS at present, informal arrangements are worked out between the staff member and

the Director of the Disability Service.

If you are in your office after normal working hours you should be conscious of the following

guidelines:

If you use a swipe card to gain access have your swipe card readily available as you approach

the entrance to your building – avoid having to open your handbag or wallet at the door.

Avoid working alone or arrange to work with a colleague. Alternatively sign in at the security

desk when working out of hours.

If lone working is permitted in your department ensure that a colleague, friend or relative

knows that you are working in your office and also knows your anticipated time of departure or

arrival home.

Keep your office door secured.

Ensure you have access to a readily available means of communication in the event of an

emergency, e.g. mobile phone, landline extension.

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If you discover a suspected intruder on the premises avoid confrontation, secure yourself in

your office, or nearest office if you are away from your own. Call security at the emergency

telephone number.

Give your location, phone number and any relevant details, e.g. description of intruders, their

last known location. Await the arrival of security.

If the intruder alarm is activated in an adjoining area of your building contact security and

request directions on what action to take.

In extreme circumstances if you are isolated and cannot take refuge in an office or laboratory

try to set off the fire alarm using a ‘break glass’ unit to attract security.

In case of a medical emergency call security at the emergency telephone number and await the

arrival of medical assistance.

In case of an incident where an evacuation of the building is ordered leave the building and

follow the instructions of the security staff, Safety/Fire Officer or Gardaí.

If you encounter any other situation which you feel threatens your safety or security, or that of

the premises, call security at the emergency telephone extension (1999) using the nearest

telephone or 01 896 1999 if using a mobile phone.

6 VDU assessment

A risk VDU assessment should be carried out by the Departmental Safety Officer /

Departmental VDU Assessor. Under the Safety Health and Welfare at Work Act (General

Application) Regulations 2007, all hazards associated with the use of display screen equipment

(VDUs) must be identified, and any risk to the health and / or safety of the user must be

assessed.

To ensure compliance with this regulation an assessment is carried out annually to highlight

any ergonomic needs in this area if needed. This can then be discussed with the Director of the

Service if need be. The Disability Service Assistive Technology Officer is Andrew Costello at

[email protected].

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Disability Service Risk Assessment

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Location Hazard RiskAssessment

Control Measures Person Responsible

Lack of safety management

Low The Head of Department has overall responsibility for Health and Safety within the area as stated in the college Safety Statement. Day to day duties may be delegated to other individuals as listed in this document.

Declan Treanor

Lack of safety management

Low The Head of Department is to appoint a Departmental Fire Warden and Safety Officer for all Buildings Office clerical functions. Carol Barry has been duly appointed.

Declan Treanor

Lack of safety management

Low The Head of Department is to appoint a Deputy to act in Carol Barry’s absence, to ensure the continuance of all relevant Health and Safety control measures. (Andrew Costello) has been duly appointed.

Declan Treanor

Lack of safety management

Low The Safety Officer is to periodically review and monitor the Departmental safety statement.

Carol Barry

Lack of safety management

Low A copy of this document to be given to each member of staff. Carol Barry

Lack of safety management

Low All accidents and dangerous occurrences are to be reported to the Head of Department, who is to forward the information to the College Safety Officer, Tom Merriman, ext. 1914 or Patricia Gray, Director of Buildings Office ext. 1369.

Declan Treanor

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Location Hazard Risk Assessment

Control Measures Person Responsible

Lack of safety management

Low

The Departmental Safety Officer and Deputy are to inform the Head of Department of any problems implementing his/her respective Health and Safety duties.

Carol Barry

Andrew Costello

Fire Low

During fire alarm activations the Departmental Safety Officer is to assist in evacuation as far as possible and without putting himself / herself in any danger. All Staff should be encouraged to attend a basic fire training session.

Carol Barry

Fire Low Staff is reminded that fire exits, corridors access & egress routes are not to be obstructed.

All Staff

Fire Low When there is a fire or fire drill in the Arts Building, the Fire Assembly point is the lawn in Fellows Square so please do not block the walkways.

Carol Barry

Fire Low

On hearing the fire alarm (a continuous ringing bell) staff are instructed to:

1. Leave the building with any visitors you are responsible for.2. Go to the assembly point.3. Re-enter only when the alarm is turned off.

All Staff

Location Hazard Risk Control Measures Person Responsible

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Assessment

Fire Low On discovery of a fire Staff are instructed to:

1. Raise the fire alarm.2. Leave the building with any visitors you are responsible for.3. Inform security centre on ext. 1999.4. Go to the assembly point.5. Re-enter only when given the all clear

All Staff

Fire & electrical shock Low

The Buildings Office technical staff or appointed contractors only are to carry out any alterations or repairs to any electrical items fixtures or fittings.

All Staff

Fire & electrical shock Low

All electrical items are to be periodically inspected as far as possible for any signs of damage or wear to cords, flexes cables mouldings etc. Any defects are to be reported to the Buildings Office.

Carol BarryAndrew Costello

Fire & electrical shock Low The use of extension leads, adaptors is to be minimised as far as possible and electrical sockets are not to be overloaded.

All Staff

Fire & electrical shock Low All second hand electrical items introduced into the Department are to be tested for electrical integrity by the Buildings Office prior to use.

All Staff

Location Hazard Risk Control Measures Person Responsible

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Assessment

Fire Low Open bar electrical fires are not to be used. All Staff

Fire Low All electrical items to be turned off last thing at night, as far as possible. All Staff

Fire & passive smoking

Low Smoking is prohibited in all offices and buildings and the current restrictions on smoking in the College Policy extend to all products including herbal and e-cigarettes.

All Staff

Arson & bomb threats

High All staff to report suspicious packages or persons to the Security Centre ext. 1999 as soon as possible.

All Staff

Theft Medium All staff are requested to challenge as far as is reasonably practical, any person unknown to staff or not in building on official business. If in doubt contact security or use panic buttons.

All Staff

Theft of Office and personal items

Medium All staff to keep their offices locked when not in use. All Staff

Slips trips & falls Medium

Trailing cables are not to be left in any circulation routes as far as possible. Cables in circulation routes must be kept as short as possible and covered with a cable guard mat to ensure safe access egress at all times.

All Staff

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Location Hazard Risk Assessment

Control Measures Person Responsible

Lack of First Aid personnel & facilities

Low At least one person within the Service/Department to be trained in First Aid.

The first aid cabinet is kept fully stocked.

Andrew Costello

Carol Barry

Visitors to the building

Low All visitors who are present in the building for more than a brief period are to become the responsibility of the invitee. The invitee is to take charge of the visitor(s) in the event of an evacuation or if any specific procedures apply.

The Invitee

Late night working Low Staff is to have access to a telephone or panic button in the event of an emergency.

Carol Barry

Lone working Medium Lone working should be discouraged as far as possible and if necessary must be subject to a separate risk assessment.

Declan Treanor

Lack of consultation Low Regular Buildings Office safety meetings are held to review this document and safe systems of work used.

Carol Barry

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