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Working Safely with Isoflurane Guideline / Document / Policy and

WebSection 1 - Purpose and Scope. (1) This Guideline provides advice regarding The University of Queensland’s (UQ) requirements for working safely with isoflurane by outlining the hazards and safety considerations through: providing information on Emergency Procedures and First Aid. (2) The Guideline provides further information to the Chemical

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Health and Safety Risk Management Procedure

WebLocal Health and Safety Risk Management. (21) Local health and safety risk management is the day-to-day activity of identifying hazards/risks related to work activities, analysing the risks in terms of consequences and their likelihood, and evaluating the risks to prioritise action. This process is commonly referred to as “Risk Assessment”.

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Vaccinations and Immunisation Guideline

WebSection 1 - Purpose and Scope (1) The information provided in this Guideline is intended to assist in meeting the requirements outlined in the associated UQ Vaccinations and Immunisation Procedure. (2) This Guideline provides: General immunisation guidance. Further guidance for individuals and workgroups who due to the nature of their activities …

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Health, Safety and Wellness Policy

WebHealth and safety management at UQ is an enabling management function overseen by the Vice-Chancellor's Risk and Compliance Committee and the Chief Operating Officer. It is undertaken by UQ workers at all levels of UQ through all aspects of its operations. (3) The purpose of this Policy is to establish UQ's overall health, safety and wellness

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Working Safely With Blood and Body Fluids Guideline

WebSection 1 - Purpose and Scope (1) This Guideline supports The University of Queensland’s (UQ) Health, Safety and Wellness Policy principle of empowering staff and students to take personal responsibility for their own wellbeing and the safety of others. It provides advice to UQ workers who handle, or may be exposed to human or animal blood and body fluids …

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Q-Fever Risk Management Guideline

WebSection 1 - Purpose and Scope. (1) The University of Queensland (UQ) is committed to managing the risk of Q Fever in the workplace and prevention of infection. (2) The purpose of this Guideline is to provide information on risk management of infection including: reservoirs and modes of transmission of the bacteria that causes Q fever; risk groups;

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Health, Safety and Wellness Governance Procedure

WebSection 1 - Purpose and Scope. (1) The University of Queensland (UQ or the University) has governance arrangements that support the management and oversight of Health, Safety, and Wellness (HSW) provisions that are underpinned by a risk-based approach. This supports the University’s commitment to health and safety, and legislative compliance

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Health and Safety Risk Assessment Procedure

WebPart B - The Risk Assessment Process. (7) Health and safety risk identification is an ongoing activity and involves identifying and describing the health and safety risk factors associated with work. The task description should clarify the source of the risk, potential hazards and level of exposure to workers (time or quantity).

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Working Safely with Arsenic Guideline

WebThe Guideline outlines hazards and safety considerations by providing information on: Risk management for working safely with arsenic and arsenic compounds; Health surveillance requirements; and. Emergency procedures and first aid. (2) The Guideline provides further information to the Chemical Storage Safety Guideline and applies to all UQ

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Manual Tasks Risk Management Procedure

WebSection 1 - Purpose and Scope (1) This Procedure outlines how hazardous manual tasks will be identified, assessed and managed at The University of Queensland (UQ) to reduce the incidence and aggravation of musculoskeletal disorders related to manual tasks. (2) This Procedure supports the Health, Safety and Wellness Policy and the Health and Safety …

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Substance Management Plan for Medicines and Poisons Procedure

WebSection 1 - Purpose and Scope (1) The University of Queensland (UQ) Substance Management Plan (SMP) outlines the approach to managing risks associated with UQ workers, students and others performing regulated activities with scheduled substances (medicines, poisons and therapeutic goods). The SMP details how to comply with the …

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Enterprise Risk Management Framework Policy

WebContext. (1) Risk is the ‘effect of uncertainty on objectives’¹ where effect is a deviation from the expected outcome. Risk may be caused by a single event or a set of circumstances that affect, adversely (threats) or beneficially (opportunities), the achievement of objectives. (2) In the context of Risk Management, uncertainty exists when

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UQ and RTP Research Scholarships Procedure

WebSection 1 - Purpose and Scope (1) This Procedure outlines the terms, conditions and processes associated with the award and management of research scholarships at The University of Queensland (UQ), including those awarded via the Australian Government Research Training Program (RTP). This Procedure applies to all higher degree by …

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Carcinogen Use, Handling and Storage Procedure

WebCopies of the documentation must be submitted to the Health, Safety and Wellness Division (HSW Division) ( [email protected]) regularly and upon completion of the project. (15) Carcinogen use and exposure records must record the following information: Name, concentration and quantity of the carcinogen.

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Fire Safety Management Policy

WebSection 1 - Purpose and Objectives (1) This document outlines The University of Queensland’s strategies to manage fire risk, comply with legal obligations in relation to fire safety and to provide to the University community appropriate training and information on fire safety. Top of Page Section 2 - Definitions, Terms, Acronyms

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Chemical Spill and Response Guideline

WebSection 1 - Purpose and Scope (1) In research and teaching laboratories and other areas at The University of Queensland (UQ), incidents resulting in the release of chemicals may occur. While the risk is generally low, it is essential that all areas that store, decant, use and dispose of chemicals have a chemical spill response plan that includes appropriate …

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Keeping Records at UQ Procedure

WebApproved Record Keeping Systems (30) Content Manager (TRIM) is proprietary software designed with full record keeping compliance functionality. It is the university’s central record keeping system, a digital repository that accepts records through automated processes, system integration, or through manual means, such as individuals interacting directly in …

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Storage and Handling of Gas Cylinders Guideline

WebThey need to provide the requirements specified in section 4.3.2 of the AS 4332 The storage and handling of gases in cylinders. (26) Some workplaces may need a complete system of hoods and ducts (local exhaust ventilation (LEV)) to provide acceptable ventilation. Others may require a single, well-placed exhaust fan.

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Personal Protective Equipment Procedure / Document / Policy and

WebSection 1 - Purpose and Scope. (1) This Procedure outlines requirements for the provision and use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) at The University of Queensland (UQ) and applies to all UQ workers whose workplace activities require the use of PPE to mitigate risk of injury or illness. The use of PPE should not be relied upon as the sole

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