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Murchison Radio-astronomy Observatory HSE AND SITE INFORMATION FOR CONTRACTORS
Version 4.0 January 2013


Image Cover: Artist's impression of ASKAP at the Murchison Radio-astronomy Observatory (MRO).
Credit: Swinburne Astronomy Productions. Design data provided by CSIRO.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. INTRODUCTION ................................................................................................. 4
1.1 1.2 Project Manager`s Overview ..................................................................................... 4 Executive Summary - HSE Requirements ................................................................ 5

2.

MRO SITE INFORMATION AND HAZARDS ....................................................... 8
2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 Natural Environment ................................................................................................. 8 Fauna - Local W ildlife ............................................................................................. 11 Vehicle and Driving Considerations ........................................................................ 13 Heritage - Traditional Owners ................................................................................. 15

3.

RISK MANAGEMENT & CONTROL OF THE WORKSITE ................................ 16
3.1 3.2 3.3 3.4 3.5 HSE Legal Requirements ....................................................................................... 16 CSIRO Roles & Responsibilities ............................................................................. 17 CSIRO HSE Organisation Chart ............................................................................. 18 CSIRO Control of W orkplace Requirements .......................................................... 19 Emergency Preparedness and Response .............................................................. 20

4.

EXPECTATIONS PRIOR TO ARRIVAL ON SITE.............................................. 23
4.1 4.2 4.3 ALL Contractors ...................................................................................................... 23 Infrastructure Contractor ......................................................................................... 25 Contractors staying at the CSIRO Accommodation Facility ................................... 26

5.

AT THE MRO ­ CSIRO CONTROLLED SITE ................................................... 27
5.1 5.2 5.3 Rules of Conduct .................................................................................................... 27 OHS Requirements................................................................................................. 31 Environmental Requirements ................................................................................. 36

6.

AT THE MRO - CONTRACTOR-CONTROLLED SITE ...................................... 40
6.1 6.2 6.3 Rules of Conduct .................................................................................................... 40 OHS Requirements................................................................................................. 44 Environmental Requirements ................................................................................. 47

7.

AT THE MRO - INFRASTRUCTURE CONTRACTOR-CONTROLLED SITE ..... 51
7.1 7.2 7.3 Rules of Conduct .................................................................................................... 51 OHS Requirements................................................................................................. 55 Environmental Requirements ................................................................................. 58

8. 9.

CSIRO ACCOMMODATION FACILITY ............................................................. 62
8.1 House Rules` and Information................................................................................ 62

GLOSSARY ....................................................................................................... 64
9.1 9.2 Abbreviations .......................................................................................................... 64 Definitions ............................................................................................................... 65

10. 11. 12.

REFERENCES .................................................................................................. 69 DOCUMENT CONTROL.................................................................................... 70 ENCLOSURES .................................................................................................. 72

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1. 1.1
Aim

INTRODUCTION
Project Manager's Overview

This manual has been developed to assist CSIRO`s contractors at the Murchison Radioastronomy Observatory (MRO) to understand CSIRO expectations for maintaining the highest possible standards for a safe, healthy and environmentally sustainable working environment. This manual is to be read and acknowledged by all contractors to the MRO and Boolardy Accommodation Facility. This document summarises how the MRO operates as a CSIROrun facility, the main hazards onsite and issues the Managing Organisation should ensure are effectively managed with all of its staff and subcontractors. The MRO is the location of various radio-astronomy telescopes, including the Australian Square Kilometre Array Pathfinder (ASKAP) and supporting infrastructure. The MRO is moving towards becoming a new National Facility as part of the CSIRO Astronomy and Space Science (CASS) business unit`s suite of national facilities. Background CSIRO Astronomy and Space Science, its management and staff members are striving for Zero Harm in achieving zero injuries, zero illnesses, zero environmental harm, and zero tolerance of unsafe behaviours. W e recognise that health safety and environmental sustainability must be integrated into everything we do. W e also recognise the cultural and heritage significance of the land on which the MRO sits, and will ensure that we meet our responsibilities on this site in all that we do. Safe and environmentally sustainable work practices are the responsibility of every person (staff member, collaborator, contractor, Guest User and visitor). It is not the individual responsibility of managers, supervisors and/or HSE personnel alone, it is the cooperative action by all that will prevent incidents. It is CSIRO`s position to encourage all personnel, staff members, collaborators, contractors, Guest Users and visitors alike, to take the initiative in anticipating, preventing and correcting conditions or practices which may threaten the health or safety of the individual or harm to the environment. Further Information This manual may be freely reproduced or copied in the original format. If in doubt about anything HSE, please ask your Contractor Coordinator or a CSIRO staff member.

Antony Schinckel ASKAP Theme Leader

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1.2

Executive Summary - HSE Requirements

The responsibilities for HSE differ depending on who is working on a particular section of the site, who has control of the workplace and how access to the site is being managed. NOTE: The word control` implies an overriding HSE responsibility. During the construction phase, the MRO will have three arrangements: a. CSIRO-Controlled Site. In this situation, CSIRO controls work within the workplace and access to the site. b. Contractor-Controlled Site. In this situation, CSIRO has handed over a section of the MRO to a contractor ­ it is effectively under their control`. The contractor also controls access to this site and (typically) transits through a CSIRO site to reach their site. c. Infrastructure Contractor-Controlled Site. As for Contractor-Controlled Site above. Application Sections 2 (Site Info) and Section 3 (Risk Management) of this manual apply to all Contractors. Section 8 (Boolardy Accommodation Facility Rules`) only apply to those being accommodated at this Facility. The reference table below is to be used as a guide to the HSE requirements and expectations of Contractors; the numbers refer to the paragraph numbers within this document.

1.2.1

Prior to Arrival on Site
CSIRO-Controlled Site Contractor-Controlled Site Infrastructure Contractor Controlled Site

HSE Topic

HSE Management Plan or JSEA Insurance Certificates Competencies ­ Licences & Certificates Induction Site Visit Application Form Medical Disclosure Form

4.1.1 4.1.2 4.1.3 4.1.5 4.3.1 4.3.2

4.1.1 4.1.2 4.1.3 4.1.5 4.3.1 4.3.2

4.1.1 4.1.2 4.1.3 4.1.5 NA NA

1.2.2

Rules of Conduct
CSIRO-Controlled Site Contractor-Controlled Site Infrastructure Contractor Controlled Site

HSE Topic

Access to Site Alcohol & Drugs Communication Expectations Domestic Animals/Pets Housekeeping & Site Tidiness Incident Reporting & Investigation

5.1.1 5.1.2 5.1.3 5.1.4 5.1.5 5.1.6

6.1.1 6.1.2 6.1.3 6.1.4 6.1.5 6.1.6

7.1.1 7.1.2 7.1.3 7.1.4 7.1.5 7.1.6

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HSE Topic

CSIRO-Controlled Site

Contractor-Controlled Site

Infrastructure Contractor Controlled Site

Inspections & Audits Risk Management ­ JSEA`s & SW MS Safety Breaches Safety Signs Station Animals Stop W ork Authority W orking Alone W orking at Boolardy Accommodation Facility

5.1.7 5.1.8 5.1.9 5.1.10 5.1.11 5.1.12 5.1.13 5.1.14

NA 6.1.7 6.1.8 6.1.9 6.1.10 6.1.11 6.1.12 N/A

NA 7.1.7 7.1.8 7.1.9 7.1.10 7.1.11 7.1.12 N/A

1.2.3

Working on Site ­ OHS Expectations
CSIRO-Controlled Site Contractor-Controlled Site Infrastructure Contractor Controlled Site

HSE Topic

Boundary Identification, Barricades & Fencing Electric W elding Electrical Leads, Power Tools & Portable Electrical Equipment Electrical W ork Excavations & Trenching Explosive Actuated Power Tools Hazardous Substances Chemical Storage & Handling Interruption of Services Isolations & Tagging Procedures Ladder Use Manual Handling Occupational Noise & Vibration Permits to W ork Personal Protective Clothing & Equipment Plant, Equipment & Tools ­ Use of CSIRO Equipment Scaffolds & Platforms Vehicle Management ­ Access, Parking & Deliveries W orking at Height

5.2.1 5.2.2 5.2.3 5.2.4 5.2.5 5.2.6 5.2.7 5.2.8 5.2.9 5.2.10 5.2.11 5.2.12 5.2.13 5.2.14 5.2.15 5.2.16 5.2.17 5.2.18

6.2.1 NA 6.2.2 NA 6.2.3 NA 6.2.4 6.2.5 NA NA NA 6.2.6 NA 6.2.7 6.2.8 NA 6.2.9 NA

7.2.1 NA 7.2.2 NA 7.2.3 NA 7.2.4 7.2.5 NA NA NA 7.2.6 NA 7.2.7 7.2.8 NA 7.2.9 NA

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1.2.4

Working on Site ­ Environmental Expectations
CSIRO-Controlled Site Contractor-Controlled Site Infrastructure Contractor Controlled Site

HSE Topic

Chemicals ­ Storage, Management & Spill Response Dust Generating W ork ­ Erosion & Sediment Control Environmentally Sensitive Areas ­ Flora Groundwater Vegetation ­ Clearing & Revegetation W aste Management & Recycling W eed Control ­ Earthmoving Vehicle Inspections

5.3.1 5.3.2 5.3.3 5.3.4 5.3.5 5.3.6 5.3.7

6.3.1 6.3.2 6.3.3 6.3.4 6.3.5 6.3.6 6.3.7

7.3.1 7.3.2 7.3.3 7.3.4 7.3.5 7.3.6 7.3.7

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2.
2.1
2.1.1

MRO SITE INFORMATION AND HAZARDS
Natural Environment
Pastoral Station Considerations

CSIRO holds the lease for Boolardy Station and subleases the pastoral activities, but this does not give us the right to interfere with pastoral activities, nor encroach on the staff running the station. CSIRO has established an Accommodation Facility in the vicinity of the Boolardy Homestead. It is important that we are respectful of the Station Managers and their family. Pastoral stations are very large sheep and cattle properties, which are steeped in Australian history. Pastoralists rely on natural vegetation to breed and run their stock in a sustainable manner to produce food and fibre for us all. Many daily activities on pastoral stations, such as mustering, shooting, or burning off, can also be very dangerous to the public. Pastoral stations are busy enterprises and pastoralists may be away for some time on other parts of the station. Just as you cannot do what you like on someone else`s property in the city, pastoral stations are people`s homes and all the land on the pastoral station is used to run their business. They have a legal right to their privacy and to run their pastoral business without interruption. Please respect their rights. General hazards on a pastoral station include: Electric Fences. Take care near wire fences it is possible they are electrified without being signposted. Gates. The golden rule of outback stations is to leave all gates as you found them. It`s likely you do not know what the Station Managers are planning/doing with their livestock so leave the gate as you found it. Station animals. Do not interfere with the station livestock deliberately and give them a wide-berth if they wander into the accommodation Facility. CSIRO staff and their contractors should not ride any of the station`s horses. Station Property. Ruins and sheds are out-of-bounds to all Guest Users. Water. Much of the water is drawn from bores and although it will not kill you may make you ill. Always bring sufficient supplies of freshwater with you wherever you go in the outback.

NOTE GUEST USERS MUST SUPPLY WATER FOR PERSONAL CONSUMPTION. DRINKING WATER IS AVAILABLE AT THE ACCOMMODATION FACILITY (WITTENOOM COTTAGE). AS A GUIDE, CSIRO PLANS 10L PER PERSON PER DAY

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2.1.2

Climate and Weather

Overview The MRO is situated, according to the climate classification of Australia, at the transition of grassland` and desert`, as such, the climate of the MRO is characterised by: Hot Summers (max temp often >45 C) Cool W inters (wind chill factor down to - 7 C) Low year-round humidity Low rainfall [<350mm annually falling in Autumn and W inter (typ.) ] Occasional wild weather` (flash flooding and cyclones)

Wild Weather The Bureau of Meteorology (BoM) warns that localised flash-flooding is possible near the rivers and in other susceptible low-lying areas; while the geotechnical consultants suggest that because the site is some 100m above the last major flood height (March 2006, 280mAHD) the risk of flooding is low. From experience, CSIRO staff note that water does sheet across the open country and can render the rural road network unpassable and downright dangerous at very short notice! Drivers may check with the CSIRO Murchison Support Facility (MSF) at Geraldton before travelling. Cyclones are more likely to occur along the coast line, and it is estimated that a cyclone impact causing wind gusts in excess of 90 km/h in the vicinity of Geraldton occurs about once every six to eight years on average. Cyclones have occurred near Geraldton from January to April although they are most frequent in March. Cyclone Herbie (1988) occurred in May but only the indirect impact of flooding affected the area.

Figure 1: Nowhere is the notion of 'personal responsibility' so applicable as in the Murchison

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2.1.3

Geology and Topography

Generally speaking the MRO is relatively flat, from a topography perspective, and, other than isolated breakaways and a few low rounded granite hilltops much of the area comprises of sandplains and hardpans. The MRO is sited within an area of rare seismic activity with the origin of five seismic events attributed to faults in the region around Mount Narryer (some 30-35km to the NW ). Soil Type Geotechnical reviews define the surface soils as silty sand with gravel, fine to coarse grained, red brown and dry. The gravel comprises trace amounts of fine to coarse sized rounded ironstone nodules with [varied] sizes of subangular quartz fragments. Granite rock outcrops are visible at some antenna sites at the MRO itself. Bearing Capacity W hen considering bearing capacity the consultants classed the material type as sand, very dense with a high allowable bearing capacity.

NOTE CSIRO ENCOURAGES ALL GUEST USERS TO UNDERTAKE RELEVANT AND PROPER PREPARATORY STUDIES PRIOR TO CONSTRUCTION ACTIVITY

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2.2
2.2.1

Fauna - Local Wildlife
Pastoral Station Stock and Native Wildlife

Do not attempt to interact with native wildlife; in particular do not feed them. Some of them may look cute, but could injure you if they think they need to defend themselves. Be aware of kangaroos, emus, pastoral station stock, e.g. cattle and sheep when you are driving as they may stray onto the road.

2.2.2

Insects

If visiting the site in warmer months of the year beware of the large numbers of flies. Of note, the Murchison Shire Council warns of the mosquito-borne disease called Ross River Virus`. NOTE IT IS RECOMMENDED YOU COVER ALL EXPOSED SKIN AND APPLY MOSQUITO REPELLENT WHEN WORKING IN THE TWILIGHT AND EVENING HOURS

2.2.3

Spiders

Many Australian spiders are poisonous, and some bites can, at least in theory, be deadly. Each year in Australia as many as 4,000 people are bitten. Of these 200 require anti-venom treatment and one bite proves fatal. Don't panic if you see a spider, they won't attack you unless provoked. The Redback spider is the most dangerous spider likely to be found in the Murchison, they like dry and dark places in houses, sheds, outdoor toilets etc. Bites are painful and the venom can stay in the body for months. Asides from its distinctive markings, the Redback spider`s web is notable for being disorganised and irregular in appearance.

Typical messy appearance` of a Redback spider web [Source: www.findaspider.org.au]

2.2.4

Lizards and Goannas

Goannas or lizards are a common sight in the MRO, and they can be over two metres long! Goannas can rear up on their hind legs and will appear threatening. Sometimes they do it to scare off attackers. They also fight in this way. But mostly they stand up when they hear/notice anything suspicious, to look around for threats. They can run very fast over short distances, sometimes using their hind legs only. They are very good tree climbers, and that is what they will often run for; give them a wide berth if sighted.
Perentie Lizard (up to 2m long) ­ Seen in Murchison Area [Source: www.wildherps.com]

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2.2.5

Snakes

Most snake bites happen when people try to catch, corner or kill snakes. Look where you put your feet and your hands. Apply caution before lifting up any large objects from the ground where you cannot see underneath; snakes are least active during the cooler months of the year. Snakes don't like or seek human company, allow them an escape path. Snakes of the Gascoyne region include: King Brown or Mulga snake Spotted Mulga or Butler's Mulga Snake (endemic to region) Desert Death Adder W estern Brown Snake or Gwarder

King Brown or Mulga Snake

Spotted/Butler`s Mulga

W estern Brown / Gwarder

Desert Death Adder

Source: Australian Venom Research Unit [http://www.avru.org]

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2.3
2.3.1

Vehicle and Driving Considerations
Outback Driving

Driving to and from the MRO is manageable when tackled by well-prepared and competent people with the maturity to know their own and the vehicle`s limits. W hen driving in remote regions be aware of the following: W atch you speed. State speed limit is 110km/h and 100km/h if towing a trailer - drive at a speed appropriate to your: o o o o experience; vehicle`s capacity and load; the road qualities; & environmental conditions.

W ashouts, wandering stock, native wildlife (especially at dawn and dusk), and other hazards are regularly encountered on the road to the MRO. o Do not brake hard and turn to avoid an animal, it is better to hit it than roll the vehicle! Don`t overtake blindly -- be patient or call them up on UHF40.



Be aware of trucks and road trains and be wary of their dust. o Road Closures. The Murchison Shire Council often closes the roads after rain to minimise damage - never travel on a closed road` as they are closed for a good reason, and substantial penalties will apply. o Up-to-date Road Info: http://www.murchison.wa.gov.au/road_conditions Discuss your onsite access requirements with your CSIRO point of contact and stick to the designated access route. If it looks like a shortcut that`s too good to be true, it probably is! Build up a good vehicle recovery kit on advice from a specialised 4W D centre. Take breaks at least every two hours. Plan to check-in with a responsible person at scheduled times and take advantage of inexpensive GPS satellite tracking technology such as SPOT GPS Messenger.



Figure 2: Beringarra Pindar Road in July [Image: Brayden Briggs, CSIRO]

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2.3.2

Communications while Travelling ­ Call-In Procedures

CSIRO has established call-in procedures for staff members travelling to/from the MRO. Our process identifies a staff member`s expected arrival time, contact numbers for any communications devices they have with them, and procedures for response if they do not arrive. It is suggested that Guest Users establish a similar process to ensure you know which route your workers and contractors are travelling and establish contingency procedures. NOTE MOBILE PHONE COVERAGE STOPS AT APPROXIMATELY 30KM OUT OF MULLEWA DEPENDING ON CARRIER, ATMOSPHERICS ETC. CSIRO USES THE TELSTRA NEXT G SERVICE; GOOD SERVICE IN THE REGION
TM

2.3.3

Communications ­ Local Communication Channels

See Enclosure for list of Key Contacts, which includes details on local radio communication channels used in the area, as well as satellite, mobile and landline phone numbers.

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2.4

Heritage - Traditional Owners

Figure 3: Dave DeBoer, former CSIRO ASKAP Theme Leader, with some of the Site's Traditional Owners

Heritage is not simply about sites and objects, but all that is passed down from one generation to the next. Language, stories and children`s tales, places of significance, history, belief and memories. It`s what connects the past with the present, and what continues to have relevance in the present. For Aboriginal people, it is especially rooted in kinship and country. Aboriginal people are ever mindful of the many resources on their land, and hold a deep respect for all their sites, ancient and not so ancient. They all combine into a single cultural landscape full of meaning, of memory, history, legend and belief. Points to note: All Guest Users must receive Heritage Induction. Respect the land at all times, the Aboriginal people believe that they are custodians of the land and must look after it. Be mindful of their obligations to the land when dealing with you and your requests. All flora and fauna have meaning to the Traditional Owners, so do not pull up or cut flowers, break off branches/leaves from bushes/trees (even if burnt) unless approved through official channels. Do not remove stones from any area other than those designated; they may have significance to the Traditional Owners. Under no circumstances should any artefact or any item that may possibly be an artefact be disturbed and moved. Anything that may be human remains must be reported to the CSIRO MRO Site Manager. If you find anything that may be of Aboriginal interest, mark off the area with saf ety cones (witches hats), note the map or GPS coordinates and notify the CSIRO MRO Site Manager.





NOTE: A HERITAGE INDUCTION IS REQUIRED FOR ALL UNESCORTED VISITORS TO THE SITE PLEASE CONTACT ROBIN BODDINGTON, ABORIGINAL LIAISON OFFICER IN GERALDTON TO MAKE ARRANGEMENTS TO BE INDUCTED, OR FOR ANY OTHER RELATED QUERIES

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3.
3.1

RISK MANAGEMENT & CONTROL OF THE WORKSITE
HSE Legal Requirements

CSIRO is a Commonwealth statutory authority and as such is required to comply with Commonwealth occupational health and safety (OHS) and environment legislative requirements, where they exist, as well as State and Local Council environmental legislative requirements.

3.1.1

Occupational Health and Safety Legal Requirements

Contractors must comply with occupational health and safety legislation that is applicable to their organisational requirements. However, when working at the CSIRO Accommodation Facility or MRO, contractors may also have to work to Commonwealth legislative expectations as outlined in this manual. Commonwealth legislation does not affect the operation of State or Territory laws promoting occupational health and safety.

3.1.2

Environmental Legal Requirements

From an environmental perspective, CSIRO seeks to conduct its business activities in an environmentally sustainable manner, including reduced consumption of resources and reduced production of wastes. As such, CSIRO expects its contractors to apply the same principles. Contractors must comply with environmental legislation that is applicable to their organisational requirements. However, when working at the CSIRO Accommodation Facility or MRO, contractors will also have to work within additional legislative expectations as outlined in this manual.

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3.2
Roles

CSIRO Roles & Responsibilities
Specific HSE Responsibilities Overall responsibility for ensuring that all relevant hazards and risks are identified, assessed and suitable controls are implemented to manage the risk to as low as reasonably practicable. Managing the project implementation to ensure that various works undertaken via multiple IPT Leaders don`t conflict and can be undertaken safety within the same time frame

ASKAP Project Leader (Antony Schinckel)

Integrated Project Team (IPT) Leaders

Contractual Point-of-Contact for Contractors (Contractor Coordinator) MRO IPT Leader is the Contractor Coordinator for Aurecon as Superintendent in relation to Infrastructure W orks

MRO Site Manager (Barry Turner)

Oversee the standard application of CSIRO HSE procedures at the MRO Manage all people movements to/from the MRO, including any requests for changes to the accommodation schedule at the Accommodation Facility Primary contact for all shipping/freight to/from the MRO Act as MRO Site Manager , if necessary

MRO Site Manager

Primary CSIRO point-of-contact for Contractors when on site at the MRO Conduct a weekly meeting with all Contractors on upcoming activities, and HSE matters, including any incidents etc Has the authority to stop work where a activity may cause harm to a CSIRO employee or contractor or the environment (this includes contractors not under our control who could harm CSIRO employees) Monitors the overall site environmental (weather) conditions and where weather conditions may become hazardous, inform CSIRO staff and contractors to discuss a temporary halt of activities until the conditions alter Emergency Coordinator for any emergency situations on site

HSE Officer ­ ASKAP (Wilfredo Pena)

Advisor to IPT Leaders and other CSIRO staff engaged in the ASKAP project on legislative and procedural requirements Implement and monitor site-based HSE activities and provide practical support on-site, as required Proactively address HSE issues and resolve matters raised n a timely and effective manner Provide direction to the HSE Officers meeting to support the MRO Site Manager Monitor the status of HSE activities and collate information to prepare performance and statistical reports for the HSE Manager

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3.3

CSIRO HSE Organisation Chart

Chief - CASS HSE ADVICE & SUPPORT Ant Schinckel Theme Leader ASKAP

Kylie Fraser HSE Leader - CASS

CONTRACTUAL MANAGEMENT Ant Schinckel A/Project Leader ASKAP

MRO SITE MANAGEMENT W ilfredo Pena HSE Officer - ASKAP

Barry Turner MRO Site Manager

Various Integrated Project Team (IPT) Leader

Open MRO Site Manager

Superintendent Infrastructure W orks (Aurecon)

Contractor/s (various)

Infrastructure Contractor/s

Safety Officer Contractor Company

Safety Officer Infrastructure Contractor

KEY Contractual or Formal Reporting Relationship Communication Relationship

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3.4

CSIRO Control of Workplace Requirements

The responsibilities for HSE differ depending on who is working on the site; who has control of the work place and how access to the site is being managed. CSIRO notes three different control of site distinctions: Greenfield Site, CSIRO-Controlled workplace, Contractor-Controlled workplace. There are no Greenfield Sites at the MRO.

3.4.1

Working on a CSIRO Site (CSIRO Controlled Site)

If the project work area of the contractor is intermingled with CSIRO staff work areas and cannot be isolated safely, then the work area remains under CSIRO control.

3.4.2

Access through a CSIRO Site (Contractor Controlled Site)

If an area of the project work area can be cordoned-off, delineated, or otherwise defined as a specific area of the site where CSIRO staff have no or minimal need to enter the area, then the work area can be identified as under Contractor Control. However, for the contractor to access their worksite, CSIRO site. This imparts obligations on CSIRO to have received an appropriate site induction, so they with the CSIRO site and their access. Similarly, ther ensure that the health, safety and wellbeing of CSIRO they typically must transit through a ensure the contractor and their staff are aware of the hazards associated e are obligations on the contractor to staff in adjacent areas are protected.

ON INFRASTUCTURE TENDER AWARD, THE MRO WILL HAVE BOTH CONTRACTORCONTROLLED AND CSIRO-CONTROLLED WORKPLACES

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3.5
3.5.1

Emergency Preparedness and Response
Conceivable Emergencies on Site

Some of the emergencies that may be encountered at or in the vicinity of the MRO or CSIRO Accommodation Facility include: MEDICAL Animal bite/sting Burns (hot metal, chemical, sun/windburn etc) Cuts/abrasions Dehydration Electric Shock/Electrocution Fall from Height / Dropped Object Heat Illnesses Hypo/hyperthermia FIRE Spot Fires/Smoke Building Fires Bushfires TRAVEL/VEHICLE RELATED Missed Scheduled Call-In Lost Vehicle Breakdown Vehicle Accident (incl. mobile plant)

SEVERE WEATHER Storms Localised Flash Flooding Dust Storm / Dust Devil

SITE RELATED (BUILDINGS & UTILITIES) Loss of site power Chemical spill Sewerage incident

TRESPASSERS Un-announced Visitor

3.5.2

First Aid

Contractors are responsible for the provision of their own first aid equipment and for treatment of minor cuts, burns and abrasions. If any contractor is unable to provide their own first aid provisions the CSIRO MRO Site Manager must be made aware of this situation prior to commencing work. Many CSIRO staff members have received training in Remote Area First Aid. CSIRO maintains an extensive quantity of first aid supplies at the CSIRO Site Hut and at the Accommodation Facility. W hile it is an expectation that Contractors will be prepared to provide their own first aid response for minor incidents, the CSIRO designated First Aid Officer or another suitably competent CSIRO staff member may assist if requested. For information only: CSIRO is establishing two well-equipped First Aid Posts`; one at the Accommodation Facility and the other at the CSIRO Site Hut in the central portion` of the MRO.

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3.5.3

Emergency Control Organisation
Emergency Services 000 (RFDS, Police etc)

The person(s) in-control of the worksite is/are responsible for responding to emergencies. Where an emergency situation requires the attention of Emergency Services the contractor should inform the CSIRO MRO Site Manager of the situation. Given the remote nature of the site, the first responders may need to control and respond to the situation for some time, with the order of response priorities being: 1. 2. 3. People Environment Plant & Property

Local Resources (nearby Station Owners etc)

Base Contact (for travel related situations)

Emergency Coordinator
CSIRO MRO Site Manager

escalation as required

Communications Coordinator Emergency Response Team Members

First Aid Responders (Remote First Aid or Senior First Aid trained)

Fire Response Team (holding place for future)

Maintenance Responder (for equipment & utilities issues)

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3.5.4

Emergency Coordinators Role

This position will generally be held by the CSIRO MRO Site Manager, who is responsible for the ongoing health, safety and wellbeing of CSIRO staff members and visitors during an emergency event. The emergency coordinator (on becoming aware of an emergency) has responsibility for: Ascertaining the nature of the event and determining appropriate action. If necessary, coordinate a first aid response. Notifying and liaising with the appropriate emergency services. Preparing the airstrip for the Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) aircraft arrival, as instructed. Briefing emergency services on their arrival and advising CSIRO of their recommendations. For emergencies within the accommodation Facility the Station Manager should be contacted immediately as it may impact upon their activities. Briefing relevant person/s during and after the situation.

IT IS AN EXPECTATION THAT CONTRACTORS ARE WELL PREPARED TO RESPOND TO EMERGENCIES WITHIN THEIR OWN ORGANISATION WITH THE EMPLOYEES THEY HAVE ON SITE AT ANY GIVEN TIME. THE CSIRO EMERGENCY COORDINATOR WILL SUPPORT CONTRACTOR RELATED EMERGENCES WHEN ESCALATED BY THE CONTRACTOR FOR ASSISTANCE.

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4.
4.1

EXPECTATIONS PRIOR TO ARRIVAL ON SITE
ALL Contractors
of the to the to your are any be part has the

Part of the contractor selection process includes provision by the contractors documents listed in the following section, which must be received prior commencement of any work. All necessary documents should be provided Contractor Coordinator as far in advance of work commencing as possible. If there changes to documentation, risk assessments or contractor employees expected to of the work you are undertaking, please ensure that your Contractor Coordinator most up to date information.

The Contractor Coordinator is your CSIRO Point-of-Contact; this may be one of the Integrated Project Team (IPT) Leaders, the ASKAP Theme or ASKAP Project Leader, or the CSIRO MRO Site Manager. Please ensure you can identify your CSIRO Contractor Coordinator. The Contractor Coordinator will confirm the risk assessment documents needed from you.

4.1.1

Risk Assessment Documentation

All contractors must provide either a HSE Management Plan or Job Safety Environmental Analysis documentation to CSIRO for approval prior to the commencement of any work. Safe W ork Method Statements (SW MS) must be provided for all work defined by the Commonwealth regulations as high risk and for all work undertaken in any areas defined as construction sites by CSIRO. CSIRO defines management and expectations of contractors in terms of the level of risk of the work that the contractors will be undertaking. CSIRO defines the work risk levels in three categories of High, Medium or Low risk. Overlaying the CSIRO definitions, are the Commonwealth OHS Act regulatory requirements for areas identified as construction sites. Below the contractor expectations are detailed in line with both of these requirements. Risk Category HIGH RISK Risk Management Documentation Required HSE Management Plan Job Safety Environmental Analysis (JSEA) ­ for specific tasks Safe W ork Method Statement (SW MS) - if working on the defined construction site MEDIUM RISK HSE Management Plan Job Safety Environmental Analysis (JSEA) ­ for specific tasks Safe W ork Method Statement (SW MS) - if working on the defined construction site LOW RISK or ROUTINE TASKS CONSTRUCTION SITE Job Safety Environmental Analysis (JSEA) Safe W ork Method Statement (SW MS) - if working on the defined construction site HSE Management Plan Job Safety Environmental Analysis (JSEA) ­ for specific tasks Safe W ork Method Statement (SW MS) - if working on the defined construction site

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HSE Management Plan is a site-specific document that details the HSE resources, responsibilities and procedures or practices for a particular project and shall cover all work undertaken by the primary contractor and/or subcontractors. The plan must include safety and environmental management procedures and practices used by the contractor. Job Safety Environmental Analysis (JSEA) is a risk assessment process that identifies the task, process steps, potential hazards, risk control measures and the person/s responsible for ensuring the controls are in place. These shall be undertaken by the contractor(s) undertaking the works. A JSEA template is available at Enclosure 10 Safe Work Method Statement s (SWMS) are required for all high risk work, as defined in Schedule 12 of the Commonwealth OHS Act, and for all construction related work

4.1.2

Insurance Certificates

All Contractors must be insured for the work planned to be undertaken. Copies of appropriate insurance certificates (e.g. workers compensation, public liability etc) must be forwarded to the IPT Leader/Contract Coordinator ­ the Contractor Coordinator may request an increase in the monetary value of a policy provided, where the risk of the work is considered to exceed the insurance coverage provided by the contractor.

4.1.3

Competency - Licences & Training Records

All persons undertaking work must be deemed competent or whilst under training be directly supervised by a competent person. All work should be undertaken in accordance with Australian Standards unless otherwise indicated in writing by the Contractor Coordinator or other authority. Copies of appropriate training evidence must be provided, for all individual contractor employees that may undertake work requiring a licence or certification within the duration of the project/task. This is especially applicable for high-risk work such as confined space, rigging, and scaffolding. Copies of ALL relevant certificates, licences and/or competency statements must be provided to the Contractor Coordinator prior to arriving on site. NOTE: Persons accessing areas designated as a "Construction Site" must hold a WArecognised Construction Safety Induction (White Card).

4.1.4

Security

CSIRO has a requirement to satisfy itself and the Commonwealth that those person(s) to be engaged to access any Commonwealth premises are a fit and proper person(s) as defined by the Commonwealth. CSIRO reserves the right to determine who may access the site, or part thereof, and refuse access to anyone who declines to undertake any requested screening or is deemed not a fit and proper person. CSIRO maintains the right to review procedures and clearances. CSIRO accepts no responsibility for the loss of or damage to property and tools that are brought on site by the Contractor.

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4.1.5

Inductions

To fulfil CSIRO`s legislative obligations to all persons working or visiting the MRO or staying at the CSIRO Accommodation Facility, a General Site Induction has been developed, relying on the contents of this manual. Ideally the General Site Induction should be completed prior to arrival at the MRO, as it includes details about the hazards of the site and the natural environment in which the MRO is situated, however the induction can be obtained in a number of ways: (a) On-line ­ link can be provided by your Contractor Coordinator (b) Face-to-Face ­ advance arrangements must by made with the CSIRO MRO Site Manager and/or CSIRO MRO Site Manager for an agreed time and location (c) Contractor Delivered Contractor to deliver working at the MRO. company and date of ­ with prior agreement the induction material may be provided to a to all their employees and any sub-contractors and their employees This will require the Contractor to maintain records of the names, induction for all persons they induct.

There are obligations on the contractor to ensure that the health, safety and wellbeing of anyone entering their site. In a contractor-controlled site, the Contractor must provide an induction to CSIRO staff members and others on their site, or otherwise fully escorted any persons whilst on their site.

4.2
4.2.1

Infrastructure Contractor
Environmental Management Sub-Plans

In addition to the HSE Management Plans required for all high/medium risk or construction work, the Infrastructure Contractor must also provide a number of sub-plans based around environmental issues including, but are not limited to the following: Air Quality, including dust control W aste management, including management of Prescribed Industrial W aste, litter and waste minimisation and recycling strategies Stakeholder and community relations, including complaint response Soil and W aste Management, including Erosion and Sediment Control Flora and Fauna, including weed management Cultural Heritage Noise Hazardous Substances

Each sub-plan / procedure should consider the environmental risk, legal obligations, objectives and targets, control measures and monitoring and inspection programs. The Erosion and Sediment Control Plan shall be certified by a Certified Professional in Erosion and Sediment Control. The Contractor will be responsible for ensuring that all recommendations from specialist environmental studies and Permit conditions relevant to the construction phase are met. The Contractor will be responsible for providing all control measures required to meet its environmental responsibilities.

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The Contractor will be required to demonstrate its approach to a robust procedure for identification of aspects and impacts and risk assessment to ensure that those aspects with significant impacts are able to be captured.

4.3
4.3.1

Contractors staying at the CSIRO Accommodation Facility
Site Visit Application Forms

At the time of writing this manual, this remains a paper-based process using a W ord format document, please check with your Contractor Coordinator, as this process will soon move to an online system. Be aware of the minimum notification periods below: No. of people 1 2 3 4 5­6 7­8 9 ­ 10 11 ­ 12 Minimum notification (days) 2 4 6 8 10 11 12 13

4.3.2

Personal Information Sheet

This is a CSIRO process used to support medical and emergency treatment and it is recommended as a good practice to Contractors. In this remote area, first aiders may need to stabilise you for some time until the RFDS arrive. CSIRO does not need to view or obtain copies of this information, but it is STRONGLY suggested that the Contractor collects this information and arranges for it to be held in a central SECURE location onsite, e.g. for a small contractor group ­ with the team leader.

Refer to Enclosure 06 for an example of a Personal Information Sheet

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5.

AT THE MRO ­ CSIRO CONTROLLED SITE

There are obligations on CSIRO to ensure the contractor and their employees have received appropriate information about hazards associated with the CSIRO site and also are aware of their obligations.

5.1

Rules of Conduct
5.1.1 Access/Entry to Site

CSIRO Controlled Site

All contractors must sign the contractors log book at either the CSIRO Site Hut (MRO jobs) or at Wittenoom House (Accommodation Facility jobs) before commencing work and sign out upon leaving the site. Leave all gates as you found them; if open, leave open ­ if closed, close after driving through.

5.1.2

Alcohol & Drugs

CSIRO will not permit any person clearly affected by alcohol or drugs to carry out work within the site. If the Contractor is aware that an employee or subcontractor is affected by alcohol or other drug, they are expected to take immediate action to stop the work and remove the employee or subcontractor from site. Any confirmed incident of the above will be recorded by the Contractor Coordinator.

5.1.3

Communication Expectations
safe and environmentally sustainable ranges from letting someone know hat the CSIRO MRO Site Manager is significant changes to planned work.

Communication is critical to working in a manner at the MRO. Communication where you are at all times, to ensuring t aware of any safety hazards, incidents or Specific communication forums include:

Toolbox Talk: CSIRO encourages all contractors to conduct toolbox talks with their employees and subcontractors Weekly Meeting: CSIRO MRO Site Manager meeting with each Contractor to communicate any safety issues, hazards, incidents or significant changes to planned work. Site Meeting: All meetings with a contractor working on a CSIROControlled Site with relation to their Contract should discuss HSE performance.



5.1.4

Domestic Animals/Pets

Contractors may not bring pets to either the accommodation Facility or the MRO site. Registered guide/companion/security dogs exempt.

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CSIRO Controlled Site

5.1.5

Housekeeping & Site Tidiness

Contractors are responsible for keeping their immediate work area free from slip, trip and fall hazards. All worksites must be kept clean and tidy at all times.

5.1.6

Incident Reporting & Investigation

CSIRO must meet regulatory reporting expectations to Comcare within timeframes that are significantly shorter than most contractors would usually have to meet when working within State OHS and Environmental requirements. Comcare incident reporting expectations apply to incidents on a CSIRO site (in this case the MRO) for CSIRO staff members, contractors and visitors alike regardless of who is in control of the workplace CSIRO will be responsible for any regulatory reporting to Comcare; however it is essential that communication is received from contractors in a timely manner to ensure that regulatory expectations can be met. Comcare expectations are as follows: Notifiable death: the work-related death of any person (member of the public, a contractor or an employee). Serious personal injury: a work related injury to or disease for which the person needed: emergency treatment by a registered medical practitioner (including psychologist), or treatment in a hospital as a casualty, without being admitted to the hospital, or admission to a hospital. Dangerous occurrence: an occurrence at a workplace that could have caused (but did not cause) the death or serious personal injury to any person. W ithin 2 hours

W ithin 24 hours of first becoming aware of the incident

W ithin 24 hours of first becoming aware of the incident

Serious HSE Incidents must be reported to the CSIRO MRO Site Manager within 24 hours and include: a near miss that could have (but did not) result in the need for hospitalisation an injury requiring more than first aid treatment an injury resulting in lost time (an LTI) any electrical incidents with the potential to have caused an electric shock or electrocution

Minor incidents must be reported to the CSIRO MRO Site Manager within 48 hours of the incident. Incident report forms must be provided to the CSIRO MRO Site Manager with 48 hours of the incident. Incident investigation reports, including any corrective and preventative actions, must be provided to the CSIRO MRO Site Manager with 10 days of the incident.

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CSIRO Controlled Site

5.1.7

Inspections & Audits

The CSIRO MRO Site Manager, Contractor Coordinator or delegate may inspect CSIRO-controlled work sites with regard to HSE concerns. Contractors will also be encouraged to perform self-inspections. The Contractor Coordinator may seek an independent inspection of contractor work before final commissioning to ensure the completed work is safe for use.

5.1.8

Risk Management ­ JSEA's and SWMS'

Contractors must prepare JSEA for work undertaken in accordance with Commonwealth and State legislative requirements, and likewise must prepare SW MS for all high risk tasks to be undertaken at the construction site. The CSIRO MRO Site Manager may also periodically assess adherence by the Contractors to their JSEA and SW MS practices. A JSEA/SW MS template is available at Enclosure 10.

5.1.9

Safety Breaches
breaches of safety procedures and safe work practices very a CSIRO controlled site, all breaches will be recorded and a similar recurring breach is noted then CSIRO may request the ractor to leave the site.

CSIRO treats seriously. For investigated. If offending Cont

5.1.10 Safety Signs
Safety signs are placed on site to protect others working on or visiting the site. Diff signs mean different things. Contractors conform to the requirements of AS 1319 Environment. PROHIBITION SIGNS: A RED CIRCLE with a LINE through it means that there is something that MUST NOT BE DONE. WARNING SIGNS: A YELLOW TRIANGLE is a DANGER or RISK TO PERSONAL HEALTH MANDATORY SIGNS: A BLUE CIRCLE means that persons working in the designated area must W EAR
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the health and safety of staff and erent colours and shapes of safety must display a safety signs, that Safety Signs for the Occupational

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relevant SAFETY EQUIPMENT

CSIRO Controlled Site

HAZCHEM SIGNS: A DIAMOND means DANGEROUS GOODS

5.1.11 Station Animals
Do not interfere with the station livestock deliberately and give them a wide berth if they wander into the accommodation Facility or other work site. CSIRO staff and their contractors should not ride any of the station`s horses.

5.1.12 Stop Work Authority
All CSIRO staff members retain the right to issue a STOP W ork` authority to any activity at the MRO or CSIRO Accommodation Facility. This authority will only be invoked where there is imminent threat to health or safety of the individual undertaking the task, or the CSIRO staff members, visitors or other nearby contractors.

5.1.13 Working Alone
W orking alone at the MRO is risky; CSIRO recommends there be a minimum of two (2) people working in reasonable proximity of each other at the site. This means you must be in communication with the other person ­ either because you are in the same building, room or otherwise close by so the second person is aware of what you are doing; or you are in communication by UHF radio (or intercom) with an agreed call-in schedule.

5.1.14 Working at the Boolardy Accommodation Facility
CSIRO has established an Accommodation Facility adjacent to the Boolardy Homestead. Contractors shall remain within the immediate vicinity of the CSIRO Accommodation Facility. An escort is required for jobs that take the contractor outside the Facility, e.g. jobs at the Homestead.

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5.2

OHS Requirements
5.2.1 Boundary Identification, Barricades and Fencing

CSIRO Controlled Site

The Contractor must supply and erect any necessary barricades, signage and/or restraints appropriate for the work undertaken to prevent access to hazardous areas, e.g. trenches, and to keep people away from hazardous processes, e.g. sandblasting.

5.2.2

Electrical Work

Electrical work shall only be undertaken by authorised Contractors who have the appropriate qualifications, licences and experience to meet the Australian State and/or Territory licensing requirements for the work being undertaken. High voltage areas (> 1000 volts ac or 1500 volts d.c.) are identified by DANGER HIGH VOLTAGE warning signs. The Contractor must have approval from the CSIRO Site Manager and be accompanied by a licensed high voltage operator to access these areas. Some equipment may be connected to ancillary power supplies such as UPS or emergency generators. In isolation of equipment the contractor should ensure that the equipment is also isolated from these sources.

5.2.3

Electrical Leads, Power Tools & Portable Electrical Equipment

All leads and power tools must be tested and tagged in accordance with relevant State legislative requirements and as per current AS/NZS 3760 (In service safety inspection and testing of electrical equipment). Electrical leads must be located in a safe manner floors or placed under protective covers. Electrical to the nearest power outlet and must be removed f not in use. Under no circumstances can leads uninterruptible power outlets without approval. and be supported clear of leads are to be connected rom the power outlet when be plugged into labelled

All equipment and appliances must be connected to an approved residual current device (RCD). The RCD should be tested as per AS/NZS 3760. The contractor should ensure that the circuits are not overloaded; double adapters are not to be used. RFI tight equipment enclosures should not be plugged into RCD protected outlets. Connection of this type of equipment should only be done in conjunction with the CSIRO MRO Site Manager or delegate.

5.2.4

Electric Welding

It is the responsibility of the contractor to ensure electric welding is conducted in compliance with the current AS/NZ 1674.2 (Safety in W elding and Allied Processes Part 2-Electrical).

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5.2.5

Excavations and Trenching

Prior to the commencement of excavations or penetrating works into existing surfaces or substrates, conduct an appropriate assessment of any likely services such as power, gas etc., that may be present. Please note that site diagrams may be inaccurate. Generally, trenches over 1.5 metres in depth (check W A State Regulations) must be protected against collapse and handrails or barricades must be erected around the trench and remain in place at all times. Backfill of excavated areas must be compacted. Consideration should also be afforded to trapped animals with a means of escape built into the trench. The Contractor must supply and erect barricades and fencing appropriate to the trenching and/or excavation work that they are doing to ensure the safety of people passing or working nearby.

5.2.6

Explosive Actuated Power Tools

Explosive actuated power tools must be strictly controlled and operated according to a permit-to-work system. All relevant legislation must be identified and complied with.

5.2.7

Hazardous Substances ­ Chemical Storage & Handling

All hazardous substances and dangerous goods must be properly labelled, handled, stored and disposed of in accordance with the Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS`) relating to the substance/material. All Contractors must have MSDS` for all hazardous substances and dangerous goods brought on site, and maintain a register of all items.

5.2.8

Interruption of Services

The Contractor cannot interrupt services without prior approval from the CSIRO MRO Site Manager. These services include electricity, gas, telecommunications/data, sewage and water. An assessment shall be undertaken to identify any new hazards that have been introduced by the isolation of critical site services, including fire alarms, safety showers, telephones, etc. In the case of the Contractor accidentally shutting down service(s), the Contractor must immediately contact the CSIRO MRO Site Manager.

5.2.9

Isolation and Tagging Procedures

Isolate ALL equipment, switches and controls required to ensure that the work site is safe. Isolation means that the relevant switch, valve or main isolator is turned off or switched off to prevent unexpected re-energisation of the machine/device.

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CSIRO Controlled Site

Tags must be placed on all proper switches, valves, main isolators and key rings at minimum, and where able a lock-out system should be used. A permit to work may also be needed, depending on the item or area being isolated. For the protection of others: Leave other tags alone. Never remove someone else`s DANGER tag. Do not operate switches, valves or equipment that display a DANGER tag or OUT OF SERVICE tag.

5.2.10 Ladder Use
The most appropriate method of accessing areas at height must be considered (e.g. use of an elevated work platform rather than a ladder) and implemented where possible. Ladders must be of an industrial type and must be regularly inspected and maintained. Metal ladders must not be used when working near electrical hazards.

5.2.11 Manual Handling
Injuries are commonly caused by activities involving pushing, pulling, restraining or repetition. Prior to carrying out the task consider:

Size, weight and frequency of the lift/load
Grip and footing (posture and stability) Requirement for mechanical aids

5.2.12 Occupational Noise & Vibration
The contractor should notify the CSIRO MRO Site Manager if any equipment will emit a sound level >85 dB(A) in close proximity to CSIRO staff members, collaborators, visitors or other contractors. Simply put, if anyone has to shout to communicate at a distance of 1 metre then the noise is likely to exceed the national standard (in excess of 85 dB(A)). Contractors are expected to comply with relevant noise and vibration legislation; they should don all appropriate hearing and vibration-absorbing protective equipment as required.

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5.2.13 Permits-to-Work
On CSIRO-Controlled sites, contractors must use the CSIRO permit-to-work system. Forms are available in the Site Hut and in W ittenoom House. Jobs requiring a permit include: Hot work (in a hazardous atmosphere) W ork at height Excavation/Digging (Penetrating W orks) Confined Space

At the completion of work, the Permit to W ork is signed off to indicate the satisfactory completion of work.

5.2.14 Personal Protective Clothing and Equipment (PPCE)
Contractors shall supply their own PPCE. They will ensure that their employees use it correctly (e.g. hard hats, safety footwear, gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection and clothing), as required by relevant legislation and codes of practice. W ide-brimmed hat/hardhat recommended for use on site. brim, sunscreen, sunglasses are also

5.2.15 Plant, Equipment & Tools ­ Use of CSIRO Equipment
All Contractor-owned plant and machinery is expected to be well-maintained and in a serviceable condition. It is the Contractor`s responsibility to ensure that their plant and equipment complies with the relevant legislative requirements (e.g. State Plant regulations), codes of practice and Australian Standards. CSIRO plant and equipment must not be used without approval from the CSIRO MRO Site Manager.

5.2.16 Scaffolds and Platforms
The Contractor must ensure that any scaffold conforms to the requirements of AS 1576 Scaffolding: general requirements. Platforms must conform to the requirements of AS 1657 Fixed platforms, walkways, stairways and ladders ­ Designs, construction and installation. Scaffolds and platforms must be erected and dismantled by individuals who have the appropriate certificate of competency. Competent persons may erect scaffolding up to a height of 4 metres. Scaffolding higher than 4 metres must be erected by a licensed scaffolder. The use of a Scaff-Tag system is recommended and used should be affixed at the entry point to the scaffolding. The Scaff-Tag should indicate whether the scaffold is safe to enter and when the next inspection is due.

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5.2.17 Vehicle Management ­ Access, Parking & Deliveries
Contractors should note the Murchison Shire Council preferred Driving Route (earlier in the manual). Vehicles should only be parked on site where directed by the CSIRO MRO Site Manager. Delivery drivers may require W hite Card induction, depending on where the goods are delivered to i.e. if inside an operational construction zone.

5.2.18 Working at Height
Contractors and their employees working at heights must be trained in risk assessment and fall prevention systems. Control measures, such as fall prevention, must be implemented prior to the commencement of the work. In addition, control measures must be assessed with the aim of eliminating or reducing the need to work at heights. On CSIRO-controlled sites, a permit is required before working at height. Signs and barricades must be placed to alert others to work being undertaken at height. If there is a risk of objects falling from the work area then physical barricades shall be placed to prevent access to these areas.

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5.3

Environmental Requirements
CSIRO expects that contractors shall use environmentally sustainable practices that minimise resource consumption and waste production. All contractors are expected to comply with applicable Commonwealth and State Environment legislation when working onsite.

CSIRO Controlled Site

5.3.1

Chemicals ­ Storage, Management & Spill Response

Hazardous Substances and Dangerous Goods are to be stored in accordance with relevant legislation and Australian Standards. Environmental legislation governs this area as well as OHS legislation. Fuel storage at the site shall be in accordance with AS1940. All fuel tanks shall be self-bunded. Drums of chemicals, fuels and lubricants shall be stored on bunded pallets or within concrete lined bunded areas. All static vehicles and plant likely to drip oil, petrol or diesel must have a drip tray / bund placed under the source. Chemicals are not permitted to be dumped or allowed to enter any watercourse. Contractors shall have an Emergency Spill Response Plan (and provisions for activating the plan, i.e. an appropriate spill kit, training and PPE) for all chemicals brought onto the Station.

5.3.2

Dust Generating Work - Erosion and Sediment Control

Vehicle speeds are to be kept to a maximum of 40km/hr on access tracks to minimise dust generation. Contractors must ensure measures are taken to minimise dust generation, especially during earthworks. W here excavation of soils is required for establishment of buildings or equipment footings, ensure topsoil with seed stock is separately stockpiled for site rehabilitation works. Ensure temporary stockpiles of soils are covered with a temporarily sterile seed cover, such as rye or millet to minimise dust and erosion. All erosion and sediment control measures to be monitored for effectiveness.

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5.3.3

Environmentally Sensitive Areas - Flora

All persons must not deviate from the vehicle tracks already available. Should any rare or threatened species of plant be found during construction then clearing is to stop in the particular area until a management strategy has been put in place.

Protected Species
W ith regards to the EPBC Act 1999, CSIRO committed to the following: ...no individuals of the following flora species will be cleared as a result of any activities... Eremophila viscid (Varnish Bush) Eucalyptus blaxellii (Howatharra Mallee) Eucalyptus cuprea (Mallee Box) Hypocalymma longifolium Leucopogon marginatus (Thick-margined Leucopogon) Wurmbea tubulosa (Long-flowered Nancy)

Additionally, no individuals or habitat of the following flora species will be cleared as a result of any activities... Caladenia hoffmanii (Hoffman's Spider-orchid) Caladenia wanosa (Kalbarri Spider-orchid)

Threatened Species
In addition to the species listed above there are threatened species in the region that must not be cleared without authorisation by the Dept of Environment & Conservation, W A. Of all the threatened species in the region only one has been identified on-site (Ptilotus beardii) around the proposed tracks and antenna sites; care is to be taken when operating in the vicinity of: Antenna 24 Antenna 23 Approaches to Antenna 13 Ptilotus beardii

Refer to Enclosures 06 & 07 for identification and map extent of Ptilotus Beardii NOTE: WHILE ONLY PTILOTUS BEARDII HAS BEEN LOCATED AT THE MRO YOU SHOULD APPLY CAUTION BEFORE CLEARING ANY FLORA

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5.3.4

Groundwater

Pollutants are not permitted to enter the groundwater or any other watercourse. Non-potable water may only be sourced from bores, Turkey`s Nest Dams etc unless otherwise stipulated in the contract.

5.3.5

Vegetation ­ Clearing & Revegetation

No clearing activity outside the scope of formally approved works may occur. Contractors must only clear vegetation in strict accordance with their governing contract, taking before and after photos. Revegetation (site rehabilitation) of the areas includes, planting a range of locally occurring native shrubs, trees and groundcover plants. CSIRO has held discussions with the Environment Protection Agency, Department of Environment and Conservation and the Department of the Environment, W ater, Heritage and the Arts regarding the choice of species, particularly in areas where the revegetation is adjacent to existing patches of native vegetation. Revegetation also covers inclusion of logs, dead trees and stumps in the landscaping/rehabilitation works where appropriate linking of vegetation remnants management of exotic weeds through a W eed Management Sub-plan as part of the Construction Environmental Management Plan exclusion of stock from these areas temporary site establishment areas are restored to original condition or better.

5.3.6

Waste Management and Recycling

All contractors are expected to take their own trade, construction and other waste with them. All waste should be contained as it is produced (e.g. avoid windblown waste) Construction materials such as timber and formwork that can be reused may be stockpiled on site and off the ground to minimise termite damage. These materials shall be removed on completion of works. The transport and disposal of contractor generated wastes must be in accordance with the requirements of the Commonwealth and State regulatory authorities. W here waste can be recycled or reused, it is CSIRO`s preference that waste materials are transferred to recycling and/or reuse facilities/designated areas. The bins provided at the CSIRO Accommodation Facility are for the exclusive use of guests at the DONGAs.
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5.3.7

Weed Control - Earthmoving Vehicle Inspections

To prevent the spread of weeds into the region, all earthmoving equipment originating from outside the region must be subject to inspection and washdown (where required) prior to arrival at the MRO. The vehicle will be subject to reinspection if it subsequently leaves and returns to region.

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6.

AT THE MRO - CONTRACTOR-CONTROLLED SITE

There are obligations on the contractor to ensure that the health, safety and wellbeing of CSIRO staff in adjacent areas are protected. Contractors must notify their nominated CSIRO Contractor Coordinator or the CSIRO MRO Site Manager of any risk likely to affect CSIRO staff, visitors or other contractors Contractor`s who are in-charge of a section of the site will have a nominated person with whom CSIRO staff should liaise.

6.1

Rules of Conduct
6.1.1 Access/Entry to Site

All contractors must sign the contractors log book at either the CSIRO Site Hut (MRO jobs) or at Wittenoom House (Accommodation Facility jobs) before commencing work and sign out upon leaving the site. Contractors must establish appropriate site access/entry arrangements for sites under their control. Leave all gates as you found them; if open, leave open ­ if closed, close after driving through.

6.1.2

Alcohol & Drugs

Contractor Controlled Site

CSIRO will not permit any person clearly affected by alcohol or drugs to carry out work within the site. If the Contractor is aware that an employee or subcontractor is affected by alcohol or other drug, they are expected to take immediate action to stop the work and remove the employee or subcontractor from site. Any confirmed incident of the above will be recorded by the Contractor Coordinator.

6.1.3

Communication Expectations
safe and environmentally sustainable ranges from letting someone know hat the CSIRO MRO Site Manager is significant changes to planned work.

Communication is critical to working in a manner at the MRO. Communication where you are at all times, to ensuring t aware of any safety hazards, incidents or Specific communication forums include:

Toolbox Talk: CSIRO encourages all contractors to conduct toolbox talks with their employees and subcontractors Weekly Meeting: CSIRO MRO Site Manager meeting with each Contractor to communicate any safety issues, hazards, incidents or significant changes to planned work.

6.1.4

Domestic Animals/Pets

Contractors may not bring pets to either the accommodation Facility or the MRO site. Registered guide/companion/security dogs exempt.

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6.1.5

Housekeeping & Site Tidiness

Contractors are responsible for keeping their immediate work area free from slip, trip and fall hazards. All worksites must be kept clean and tidy at all times.

6.1.6

Incident Reporting & Investigation

CSIRO must meet regulatory reporting expectations to Comcare within timeframes that are significantly shorter than most contractors would usually have to meet when working within State OHS and Environmental requirements. Comcare incident reporting expectations apply to incidents on a CSIRO site (in this case the MRO) for CSIRO staff members, contractors and visitors alike regardless of who is in control of the workplace CSIRO will be responsible for any regulatory reporting to Comcare; however it is essential that communication is received from contractors in a timely manner to ensure that regulatory expectations can be met. Comcare expectations are as follows:

Contractor Controlled Site

Notifiable death: the work-related death of any person (member of the public, a contractor or an employee). Serious personal injury: a work related injury to or disease for which the person needed: emergency treatment by a registered medical practitioner (including psychologist), or treatment in a hospital as a casualty, without being admitted to the hospital, or admission to a hospital. Dangerous occurrence: an occurrence at a workplace that could have caused (but did not cause) the death or serious personal injury to any person.

W ithin 2 hours

W ithin 24 hours of first becoming aware of the incident

W ithin 24 hours of first becoming aware of the incident

Serious HSE Incidents must be reported to the CSIRO MRO Site Manager within 24 hours and include: a near miss that could have (but did not) result in the need for medical treatment an injury requiring more than first aid treatment an injury resulting in lost time any electrical incidents with the potential to have caused an electric shock or electrocution

Minor incidents must be reported within 48 hours of the incident. Incident report forms must be provided to the CSIRO MRO Site Manager with 48 hours of the incident. Incident investigation reports, including any corrective and preventative actions, must be provided to the CSIRO MRO Site Manager with 10 days of the incident.

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Contractors must record all incidents on site log to the CSIRO MRO Site Manager at Contractor and CSIRO. NOTE: Serious recorded on this log, but must have been Manager within 24 hours.

in a log, and provide a copy of each Site Meeting, between HSE Incidents should also reported to the CSIRO MRO

this t he be Site

6.1.7

Risk Management ­ JSEA's and SWMS'

Contractors must prepare JSEA for work undertaken in accordance with Commonwealth and State legislative requirements, and likewise must prepare SW MS for all high risk tasks to be undertaken at the construction site. JSEA`s and SW MS` must be available on site. CSIRO may ask to view these documents, where any Stop W ork or imminently unsafe actions have been identified. A JSEA/SW MS template is available at Enclosure 10.

6.1.8

Safety Breaches

Contractor Controlled Site

CSIRO treats breaches of safety procedures and safe work practices very seriously. CSIRO expects the contractor in-control of the relevant worksite to record and investigate safety breaches on their site(s).

6.1.9

Safety Signs
the health and safety of staff and erent colours and shapes of safety must display a safety signs, that Safety Signs for the Occupational

Safety signs are placed on site to protect others working on or visiting the site. Diff signs mean different things. Contractors conform to the requirements of AS 1319 Environment. PROHIBITION SIGNS: A RED CIRCLE with a LINE through it means that there is something that MUST NOT BE DONE. WARNING SIGNS: A YELLOW TRIANGLE is a DANGER or RISK TO PERSONAL HEALTH

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MANDATORY SIGNS: A BLUE persons designat relevant CIRCLE means that working in the ed area must W EAR SAFETY EQUIPMENT

HAZCHEM SIGNS: A DIAMOND means DANGEROUS GOODS

H A ND PR O T E C T I O N M UST BE W O RN

6.1.10 Station Animals
Do not interfere with the station livestock deliberately and give them a wide berth if they wander into the work site. Contractors may not ride any of the station`s horses.

Contractor Controlled Site

6.1.11 Stop Work Authority
All CSIRO staff members retain the right to issue a STOP W ork` authority to any activity at the MRO or CSIRO Accommodation Facility. For contractor-controlled work site, this authority will only be invoked where there is imminent threat to health or safety of the individual undertaking the task, or the CSIRO staff members, visitors or other nearby contractors.

6.1.12 Working Alone
W orking alone at the MRO is risky, CSIRO recommends there be a minimum of two (2) people working in reasonable proximity of each other at the site. This means you must be in communication with the person ­ either because you are in the same building, room or otherwise close by so the second person is aware of what you are doing; or you are in communication by UHF radio (or intercom) with an agreed call-in schedule.

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6.2

OHS Requirements
6.2.1 Boundary Identification, Barricades and Fencing

The Contractor must supply and erect any necessary barricades and fencing appropriate for the work to ensure the contractor`s own safety and that of people passing or working nearby. For large areas of land, such as those at the MRO, it is impractical to fence the whole area. Contractors must clearly identify the boundary of any area under their control.

6.2.2

Electrical Leads, Power Tools & Portable Electrical Equipment

All leads and power tools must be tested and tagged in accordance with relevant State legislative requirements and as per current AS/NZS 3760 (In service safety inspection and testing of electrical equipment). Electrical leads must be located in a safe manner floors or placed under protective covers. Electrical to the nearest power outlet and must be removed f not in use. Under no circumstances can leads uninterruptible power outlets without approval. and be supported clear of leads are to be connected rom the power outlet when be plugged into labelled

Contractor Controlled Site

All equipment and appliances must be connected to an approved residual current device (RCD). The RCD should be tested as per AS/NZS 3760. The contractor should ensure that the circuits are not overloaded; double adapters are not to be used. RFI tight equipment enclosures should not be plugged into RCD protected outlets. Connection of this type of equipment should only be done in conjunction with the CSIRO MRO Site Manager or delegate.

6.2.3

Excavations and Trenching

Prior to the commencement of excavations or penetrating works into existing surfaces or substrates, conduct an appropriate assessment of any likely services such as power, gas etc., that may be present. Please note that site diagrams may be inaccurate. Generally, trenches over 1.5 metres in depth (check W A State Regulations) must be protected against collapse and handrails or barricades must be erected around the trench and remain in place at all times. Backfill of excavated areas must be compacted. Consideration should also be afforded to trapped animals with a means of escape built into the trench. The Contractor must supply and erect barricades and fencing appropriate to the trenching and/or excavation work that they are doing to ensure the safety of people passing or working nearby.

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6.2.4

Hazardous Substances ­ Chemical Storage & Handling

All hazardous substances and dangerous goods must be properly labelled, handled, stored and disposed of in accordance with the Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS`) relating to the substance/material. All Contractors must have MSDS` for all hazardous substances and dangerous goods brought on site, and maintain a register of all items.

6.2.5

Interruption of Services

The Contractor cannot interrupt services without prior approval from the CSIRO MRO Site Manager. These services include electricity, gas, telecommunications/data, sewage and water. An assessment shall be undertaken to identify any new hazards that have been introduced by the isolation of critical site services, including fire alarms, safety showers, telephones, etc.

Contractor Controlled Site

In the case of the Contractor accidentally shutting down service(s), the Contractor must immediately contact the CSIRO MRO Site Manager.

6.2.6

Occupational Noise & Vibration

The contractor should notify the CSIRO MRO Site Manager if any equipment will emit a sound level >85 dB(A) in close proximity to CSIRO staff members, collaborators, visitors or other contractors. Simply put, if anyone has to shout to communicate at a distance of 1 metre then the noise is likely to exceed the national standard (in excess of 85 dB(A)). Contractors are expected to comply with relevant noise and vibration legislation; they should don all appropriate hearing and vibration-absorbing protective equipment as required.

6.2.7

Personal Protective Clothing and Equipment (PPCE)

Contractors shall supply their own PPCE. They will ensure that their employees use it correctly (e.g. hard hats, safety footwear, gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection and clothing), as required by relevant legislation and codes of practice. W ide-brimmed hat/hardhat recommended for use on site. brim, sunscreen, sunglasses are also

6.2.8

Plant, Equipment & Tools ­ Use of CSIRO Equipment

All Contractor-owned plant and machinery is expected to be well-maintained and in a serviceable condition. It is the Contractor`s responsibility to ensure that their plant and equipment complies with the relevant legislative requirements (e.g. State Plant regulations), codes of practice and Australian Standards.

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CSIRO plant and equipment must not be used without approval from the CSIRO MRO Site Manager.

6.2.9

Vehicle Management ­ Access, Parking & Deliveries

Contractors should note the Murchison Shire Council preferred Driving Route (earlier in the manual). Vehicles should only be parked on site where directed by the CSIRO MRO Site Manager. Delivery drivers may require W hite Card induction, depending on where the goods are delivered to e.g. if inside a construction site.

Contractor Controlled Site

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6.3

Environmental Requirements
CSIRO expects that contractors shall use environmentally sustainable practices that minimise resource consumption and waste production. All contractors are expected to comply with applicable Commonwealth and State Environment legislation when working onsite.

6.3.1

Chemicals ­ Storage, Management & Spill Response

Hazardous Substances and Dangerous Goods are to be stored in accordance with relevant legislation and Australian Standards. Environmental legislation governs this area as well as OHS legislation. Fuel storage at the site shall be in accordance with AS1940. All fuel tanks shall be self-bunded. Drums of chemicals, fuels and lubricants shall be stored on bunded pallets or within concrete lined bunded areas. All static vehicles and plant likely to drip oil, petrol or diesel must have a drip tray / bund placed under the source. Chemicals are not permitted to be dumped or allowed to enter any watercourse. Contractors shall have an Emergency Spill Response Plan (and provisions for activating the plan, i.e. an appropriate spill kit, training and PPE) for all chemicals brought onto the Station.

Contractor Controlled Site

6.3.2

Dust Generating Work - Erosion and Sediment Control

Vehicle speeds are to be kept to a maximum of 40km/hr on access tracks to minimise dust generation. Contractors must ensure measures are taken to minimise dust generation, especially during earthworks. W here excavation of soils is required for establishment of buildings or equipment footings, ensure topsoil with seed stock is separately stockpiled for site rehabilitation works. Ensure temporary stockpiles of soils are covered with a temporarily sterile seed cover, such as rye or millet to minimise dust and erosion. All erosion and sediment control measures to be monitored for effectiveness.

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6.3.3

Environmentally Sensitive Areas - Flora

All persons must not deviate from the vehicle tracks already available. Should any rare or threatened species of plant be found during construction then clearing is to stop in the particular area until a management strategy has been put in place.

Protected Species
W ith regards to the EPBC Act 1999, CSIRO committed to the following: ...no individuals of the following flora species will be cleared as a result of any activities... Eremophila viscid (Varnish Bush) Eucalyptus blaxellii (Howatharra Mallee) Eucalyptus cuprea (Mallee Box) Hypocalymma longifolium Leucopogon marginatus (Thick-margined Leucopogon) Wurmbea tubulosa (Long-flowered Nancy)

Contractor Controlled Site

Additionally, no individuals or habitat of the following flora species will be cleared as a result of any activities... Caladenia hoffmanii (Hoffman's Spider-orchid) Caladenia wanosa (Kalbarri Spider-orchid)

Threatened Species
In addition to the species listed above there are threatened species in the region that must not be cleared without authorisation by the Dept of Environment & Conservation, W A. Of all the threatened species in the region only one has been identified on-site (Ptilotus beardii) around the proposed tracks and antenna sites; care is to be taken when operating in the vicinity of: Antenna 24 Antenna 23 Approaches to Antenna 13 Ptilotus beardii

NOTE: WHILE ONLY PTILOTUS BEARDII HAS BEEN LOCATED AT THE MRO YOU SHOULD APPLY CAUTION BEFORE CLEARING ANY FLORA

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6.3.4

Groundwater

Pollutants are not permitted to enter the groundwater or any other watercourse. Non-potable water may only be sourced from bores, Turkey`s Nest Dams etc unless otherwise stipulated in the contract.

6.3.5

Vegetation ­ Clearing & Revegetation

No clearing activity outside the scope of formally approved works may occur. Contractors must only clear vegetation in strict accordance with their governing contract, taking before and after photos. Revegetation (site rehabilitation) of the areas includes, planting a range of locally occurring native shrubs, trees and groundcover plants. CSIRO has held discussions with the Environment Protection Agency, Department of Environment and Conservation and the Department of the Environment, W ater, Heritage and the Arts regarding the choice of species, particularly in areas where the revegetation is adjacent to existing patches of native vegetation. Revegetation also covers inclusion of logs, dead trees and stumps in the landscaping/rehabilitation works where appropriate linking of vegetation remnants management of exotic weeds through a W eed Management Sub-plan as part of the Construction Environmental Management Plan exclusion of stock from these areas temporary site establishment areas are restored to original condition or better.

Contractor Controlled Site

6.3.6

Waste Management and Recycling

All contractors are expected to take their own trade, construction and other waste with them. All waste should be contained as it is produced (e.g. avoid windblown waste) Construction materials such as timber and formwork that can be reused may be stockpiled on site and off the ground to minimise termite damage. These materials shall be removed on completion of works. The transport and disposal of contractor generated wastes must be in accordance with the requirements of the Commonwealth and State regulatory authorities. Where waste can be recycled or reused, it is CSIRO`s preference that waste materials are transferred to recycling and/or reuse facilities/designated areas. The bins provided at the CSIRO Accommodation Facility are for the exclusive use of guests at the DONGAs.

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6.3.7

Weed Control - Earthmoving Vehicle Inspections

To prevent the spread of weeds into the region, all earthmoving equipment originating from outside the region must be subject to inspection and washdown (where required) prior to arrival at the MRO. The vehicle will be subject to reinspection if it subsequently leaves and returns to region.

Contractor Controlled Site

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7.

AT THE MRO - INFRASTRUCTURE CONTRACTORCONTROLLED SITE

There are obligations on the contractor to ensure that the health, safety and wellbeing of CSIRO staff in adjacent areas are protected. Contractors must notify their nominated CSIRO Contractor Coordinator or the CSIRO MRO Site Manager of any risk likely to affect CSIRO staff, visitors or other contractors All communication with the Contractor/s regarding work undertaken on site, should be conducted via the Superintendent, with the exception of work that is immediately threatening to the life or health of someone on site. There are very clear conditions in the contractual relationship between CSIRO and the Infrastructure Contractors regarding communication pathways. This document outlines some of the formalised communication channels below.

7.1

Rules of Conduct
7.1.1 Access/Entry to Site

Contractors must establish appropriate site access/entry arrangements for sites under their control. For the construction period undertaken by the Infrastructure Contractors, they must manage and control the access to the area/s designated as being under their control. Leave all gates as you found them; if open, leave open ­ if closed, close after driving through.

7.1.2

Alcohol & Drugs

Infrastructure Contractor Controlled Site

CSIRO will not permit any person clearly affected by alcohol or drugs to carry out work within the site. If the Contractor is aware that an employee or subcontractor is affected by alcohol or other drug, they are expected to take immediate action to stop the work and remove the employee or subcontractor from site. Any confirmed incident of the above will be recorded by the Contractor Coordinator.

7.1.3

Communication Expectations
safe and environmentally sustainable ranges from letting someone know hat the CSIRO MRO Site Manager is significant changes to planned work.

Communication is critical to working in a manner at the MRO. Communication where you are at all times, to ensuring t aware of any safety hazards, incidents or Specific communication forums include:

Toolbox Talk: CSIRO encourages all contractors to conduct toolbox talks with their employees and subcontractors Weekly Meeting: CSIRO MRO Site Manager meeting with each Contractor to communicate any safety issues, hazards, incidents or significant changes to planned work.

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Site Meeting: CSIRO MRO Site Manager meeting, typically bi-weekly with Infrastructure Contractor Superintendent to discuss contractor HSE performance in accordance with the Contract. HSE Coordinator Meeting. Immediately following the Site Meeting, a specific HSE Coordinators meeting relating to discuss HSE incidents and issues in more detail, and ensure any follow up actions are identified and assigned. This requires appropriate HSE/Safety representation from CSIRO and the Infrastructure Contractor to be present. Issues, Hazards, Concerns ­ Identified Outside of Formal Meetings: Must be communicated to the Infrastructure Contractor via the Aurecon Superintendent.





7.1.4

Domestic Animals/Pets

Contractors may not bring pets to either the accommodation Facility or the MRO site. Registered guide/companion/security dogs exempt.

7.1.5

Housekeeping & Site Tidiness

Contractors are responsible for keeping their immediate work area free from slip, trip and fall hazards. All worksites must be kept clean and tidy at all times.

7.1.6

Incident Reporting & Investigation

CSIRO must meet regulatory reporting expectations to Comcare within timeframes that are significantly shorter than most contractors would usually have to meet when working within State OHS and Environmental requirements.

Infrastructure Contractor Controlled Site

Comcare incident reporting expectations apply to incidents on a CSIRO site (in this case the MRO) for CSIRO staff members, contractors and visitors alike regardless of who is in control of the workplace CSIRO will be responsible for any regulatory reporting to Comcare; however it is essential that communication is received from contractors in a timely manner to ensure that regulatory expectations can be met. Comcare expectations are as follows: Notifiable death: the work-related death of any person (member of the public, a contractor or an employee). Serious personal injury: a work related injury to or disease for which the person needed: emergency treatment by a registered medical practitioner (including psychologist), or treatment in a hospital as a casualty, without being admitted to the hospital, or admission to a hospital. Dangerous occurrence: an occurrence at a workplace that could have caused (but did not cause) the death or serious personal injury to any person. W ithin 2 hours

W ithin 24 hours of first becoming aware of the incident

W ithin 24 hours of first becoming aware of the incident

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Serious HSE Incidents must be reported to the CSIRO MRO Site Manager within 24 hours and include: a near miss that could have (but did not) result in the need for medical treatment an injury requiring more than first aid treatment an injury resulting in lost time any electrical incidents with the potential to have caused an electric shock or electrocution

Minor incidents must be reported within 48 hours of the incident. Incident report forms must be provided to the CSIRO MRO Site Manager with 48 hours of the incident. Incident investigation reports, including any corrective and preventative actions, must be provided to the CSIRO MRO Site Manager with 10 days of the incident. Contractors must record all incidents on site log to the CSIRO MRO Site Manager at Contractor and CSIRO. NOTE: Serious recorded on this log, but must have been Manager within 24 hours. in a log, and provide a copy of each Site Meeting, between HSE Incidents should also reported to the CSIRO MRO this the be Site

7.1.7

Risk Management ­ JSEA's and SWMS'

Contractors must prepare JSEA for work undertaken in accordance with Commonwealth and State legislative requirements, and likewise must prepare SW MS for all high risk tasks to be undertaken at the construction site.

Infrastructure Contractor Controlled Site

JSEA`s and SW MS` must be available on site. CSIRO may ask to view these documents, where any Stop W ork or imminently unsafe actions have been identified. A JSEA/SW MS template is available at Enclosure 10.

7.1.8

Safety Breaches

CSIRO treats breaches of safety procedures and safe work practices very seriously. CSIRO expects the contractor in-control of the relevant worksite to record and investigate safety breaches on their site(s).

7.1.9

Safety Signs
the health and safety of staff and erent colours and shapes of safety must display a safety signs, that Safety Signs for the Occupational

Safety signs are placed on site to protect others working on or visiting the site. Diff signs mean different things. Contractors conform to the requirements of AS 1319 Environment.

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PROHIBITION SIGNS: A RED CIRCLE with a LINE through it means that there is something that MUST NOT BE DONE. WARNING SIGNS: A YELLOW TRIANGLE is a DANGER or RISK TO PERSONAL HEALTH

MANDATORY SIGNS: A BLUE persons designat relevant CIRCLE means that working in the ed area must W EAR SAFETY EQUIPMENT

HAZCHEM SIGNS: A DIAMOND means DANGEROUS GOODS

H A ND PR O T E C T I O N M UST BE W O RN

7.1.10 Station Animals
Do not interfere with the station livestock deliberately and give them a wide berth if they wander into the work site. Contractors may not ride any of the station`s horses.

Infrastructure Contractor Controlled Site

7.1.11 Stop Work Authority
All CSIRO staff members retain the right to issue a STOP W ork` authority to any activity at the MRO or CSIRO Accommodation Facility. For contractor-controlled work site, this authority will only be invoked where there is imminent threat to health or safety of the individual undertaking the task, or the CSIRO staff members, visitors or other nearby contractors.

7.1.12 Working Alone
W orking alone at the MRO is risky; CSIRO recommends there be a minimum of two (2) people working in reasonable proximity of each other at the site. This means you must be in communication with the other person ­ either because you are in the same building, room or otherwise close by so the second person is aware of what you are doing; or you are in communication by UHF radio (or intercom) with an agreed call-in schedule.

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7.2

OHS Requirements
7.2.1 Boundary Identification, Barricades and Fencing

The Contractor must supply and erect any necessary barricades and fencing appropriate for the work to ensure the contractor`s own safety and that of people passing or working nearby. For large areas of land, such as those at the MRO, it is impractical to fence the whole area. Contractors must clearly identify the boundary of any area under their control.

7.2.2

Electrical Leads, Power Tools & Portable Electrical Equipment

All leads and power tools must be tested and tagged in accordance with relevant State legislative requirements and as per current AS/NZS 3760 (In service safety inspection and testing of electrical equipment). Electrical leads must be located in a safe manner floors or placed under protective covers. Electrical to the nearest power outlet and must be removed f not in use. Under no circumstances can leads uninterruptible power outlets without approval. and be supported clear of leads are to be connected rom the power outlet when be plugged into labelled

All equipment and appliances must be connected to an approved residual current device (RCD). The RCD should be tested as per AS/NZS 3760. The contractor should ensure that the circuits are not overloaded; double adapters are not to be used.

Infrastructure Contractor Controlled Site

RFI tight equipment enclosures should not be plugged into RCD protected outlets. Connection of this type of equipment should only be done in conjunction with the CSIRO MRO Site Manager or delegate.

7.2.3

Excavations and Trenching

Prior to the commencement of excavations or penetrating works into existing surfaces or substrates, conduct an appropriate assessment of any likely services such as power, gas etc., that may be present. Please note that site diagrams may be inaccurate. Generally, trenches over 1.5 metres in depth (check W A State Regulations) must be protected against collapse and handrails or barricades must be erected around the trench and remain in place at all times. Backfill of excavated areas must be compacted. Consideration should also be afforded to trapped animals with a means of escape built into the trench. The Contractor must supply and erect barricades and fencing appropriate to the trenching and/or excavation work that they are doing to ensure the safety of people passing or working nearby.

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7.2.4

Hazardous Substances ­ Chemical Storage & Handling

All hazardous substances and dangerous goods must be properly labelled, handled, stored and disposed of in accordance with the Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS`) relating to the substance/material. All Contractors must have MSDS` for all hazardous substances and dangerous goods brought on site, and maintain a register of all items.

7.2.5

Interruption of Services

The Contractor cannot interrupt services without prior approval from the CSIRO MRO Site Manager. These services include electricity, gas, telecommunications/data, sewage and water. An assessment shall be undertaken to identify any new hazards that have been introduced by the isolation of critical site services, including fire alarms, safety showers, telephones, etc. In the case of the Contractor accidentally shutting down service(s), the Contractor must immediately contact the CSIRO MRO Site Manager.

7.2.6

Occupational Noise & Vibration

The contractor should notify the CSIRO MRO Site Manager if any equipment will emit a sound level >85 dB(A) in close proximity to CSIRO staff members, collaborators, visitors or other contractors. Simply put, if anyone has to shout to communicate at a distance of 1 metre then the noise is likely to exceed the national standard (in excess of 85 dB(A)).

Infrastructure Contractor Controlled Site

Contractors are expected to comply with relevant noise and vibration legislation; they should don all appropriate hearing and vibration-absorbing protective equipment as required.

7.2.7

Personal Protective Clothing and Equipment (PPCE)

Contractors shall supply their own PPCE. They will ensure that their employees use it correctly (e.g. hard hats, safety footwear, gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection and clothing), as required by relevant legislation and codes of practice. W ide-brimmed hat/hardhat recommended for use on site. brim, sunscreen, sunglasses are also

7.2.8

Plant, Equipment & Tools ­ Use of CSIRO Equipment

All Contractor-owned plant and machinery is expected to be well-maintained and in a serviceable condition. It is the Contractor`s responsibility to ensure that their plant and equipment complies with the relevant legislative requirements (e.g. State Plant regulations), codes of practice and Australian Standards.

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CSIRO plant and equipment must not be used without approval from the CSIRO MRO Site Manager.

7.2.9

Vehicle Management ­ Access, Parking & Deliveries

Contractors should note the Murchison Shire Council preferred Driving Route (earlier in the manual). Vehicles should only be parked on site where directed by the CSIRO MRO Site Manager. Delivery drivers may require W hite Card induction, depending on where the goods are delivered to e.g. if inside a construction site. Construction and trenching contractors will put in place suitable traffic control measures.

Infrastructure Contractor Controlled Site

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7.3

Environmental Requirements
CSIRO expects that contractors shall use environmentally sustainable practices that minimise resource consumption and waste production. All contractors are expected to comply with applicable Commonwealth and State Environment legislation when working onsite.

7.3.1

Chemicals ­ Storage, Management & Spill Response

Hazardous Substances and Dangerous Goods are to be stored in accordance with relevant legislation and Australian Standards. Environmental legislation governs this area as well as OHS legislation. Fuel storage at the site shall be in accordance with AS1940. All fuel tanks shall be self-bunded. Drums of chemicals, fuels and lubricants shall be stored on bunded pallets or within concrete lined bunded areas. All static vehicles and plant likely to drip oil, petrol or diesel must have a drip tray / bund placed under the source. Chemicals are not permitted to be dumped or allowed to enter any watercourse. Contractors shall have an Emergency Spill Response Plan (and provisions for activating the plan, i.e. an appropriate spill kit, training and PPE) for all chemicals brought onto the Station.

7.3.2

Dust Generating Work - Erosion and Sediment Control

Infrastructure Contractor Controlled Site

Vehicle speeds are to be kept to a maximum of 40km/hr on access tracks to minimise dust generation. Contractors must ensure measures are taken to minimise dust generation, especially during earthworks. W here excavation of soils is required for establishment of buildings or equipment footings, ensure topsoil with seed stock is separately stockpiled for site rehabilitation works. Ensure temporary stockpiles of soils are covered with a temporarily sterile seed cover, such as rye or millet to minimise dust and erosion. All erosion and sediment control measures to be monitored for effectiveness.

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7.3.3

Environmentally Sensitive Areas - Flora

All persons must not deviate from the vehicle tracks already available. Should any rare or threatened species of plant be found during construction then clearing is to stop in the particular area until a management strategy has been put in place.

Protected Species
W ith regards to the EPBC Act 1999, CSIRO committed to the following: ...no individuals of the following flora species will be cleared as a result of any activities... Eremophila viscid (Varnish Bush) Eucalyptus blaxellii (Howatharra Mallee) Eucalyptus cuprea (Mallee Box) Hypocalymma longifolium Leucopogon marginatus (Thick-margined Leucopogon) Wurmbea tubulosa (Long-flowered Nancy)

Additionally, no individuals or habitat of the following flora species will be cleared as a result of any activities... Caladenia hoffmanii (Hoffman's Spider-orchid) Caladenia wanosa (Kalbarri Spider-orchid)

Threatened Species

Infrastructure Contractor Controlled Site

In addition to the species listed above there are threatened species in the region that must not be cleared without authorisation by the Dept of Environment & Conservation, W A. Of all the threatened species in the region only one has been identified on-site (Ptilotus beardii) around the proposed tracks and antenna sites; care is to be taken when operating in the vicinity of: Antenna 24 Antenna 23 Approaches to Antenna 13 Ptilotus beardii

NOTE: WHILE ONLY PTILOTUS BEARDII HAS BEEN LOCATED AT THE MRO YOU SHOULD APPLY CAUTION BEFORE CLEARING ANY FLORA

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7.3.4

Groundwater

Pollutants are not permitted to enter the groundwater or any other watercourse. Non-potable water may only be sourced from bores, Turkey`s Nest Dams etc as stipulated in the contract.

7.3.5

Vegetation ­ Clearing & Revegetation

No clearing activity outside the scope of formally approved works may occur. Contractors must only clear vegetation in strict accordance with their governing contract, taking before and after photos. Revegetation (site rehabilitation) of the areas includes, planting a range of locally occurring native shrubs, trees and groundcover plants. CSIRO has held discussions with the Environment Protection Agency, Department of Environment and Conservation and the Department of the Environment, W ater, Heritage and the Arts regarding the choice of species, particularly in areas where the revegetation is adjacent to existing patches of native vegetation. Revegetation also covers inclusion of logs, dead trees and stumps in the landscaping/rehabilitation works where appropriate linking of vegetation remnants management of exotic weeds through a W eed Management Sub-plan as part of the Construction Environmental Management Plan exclusion of stock from these areas temporary site establishment areas are restored to original condition or better.

Infrastructure Contractor Controlled Site

7.3.6

Waste Management and Recycling

All contractors are expected to take their own trade, construction and other waste with them. All waste should be contained as it is produced (e.g. avoid windblown waste) Construction materials such as timber and formwork that can be reused may be stockpiled on site and off the ground to minimise termite damage. These materials shall be removed on completion of works. The transport and disposal of contractor generated wastes must be in accordance with the requirements of the Commonwealth and State regulatory authorities. W here waste can be recycled or reused, it is CSIRO`s preference that waste materials are transferred to recycling and/or reuse facilities/designated areas. The bins provided at the CSIRO Accommodation Facility are for the exclusive use of guests at the DONGAs.

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7.3.7

Weed Control - Earthmoving Vehicle Inspections

To prevent the spread of weeds into the region, all earthmoving equipment originating from outside the region must be subject to inspection and washdown (where required) prior to arrival at the MRO. The vehicle will be subject to reinspection if it subsequently leaves and returns to region.

Infrastructure Contractor Controlled Site

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8.
8.1

CSIRO ACCOMMODATION FACILITY
`House Rules' and Information

These house rules` apply to all persons staying at the accommodation Facility. W hen living in a remote communal environment there are a number of ground rules required to ensure that we lessen our environmental footprint and enjoy each other`s company.

8.1.1

Alcohol & Drugs

The accommodation Facility does not have a liquor licence, all drinks are BYO. Be mindful of how much you drink at night, intoxicated persons are a danger to themselves and their workmates. The use of illegal drugs and inappropriate use of prescription or over-the-counter medicines is not tolerated and will be reported to the police.

8.1.2

Bare Feet

It is strongly recommended you do not move about the accommodation Facility with bare feet, you should aim to wear enclosed shoes at all times when outdoors. Canvas slip-ons are ideal for after hours wear.

8.1.3

Code of Conduct

Offensive material, language and behaviour are all forms of harassment (personal, political, union, religious etc) are not accepted under any circumstances and will not be permitted on site. This includes any or all material, behaviour and/or language that reinforces inappropriate, demeaning or discriminatory attitudes or assumptions about a person based on age, religion, race, sexual orientation, transgender status, marital or disability. Anyone found to be acting in an offensive manner may be removed from the site. Fairness, honesty, equity and all legal requirements are to be observed at all times.

8.1.4

Designated Smoking Areas

Smokers are to smoke downwind from non-smokers and at least 15m from any fuel or oxygen source. Cigarette butts must be disposed of properly.

8.1.5

Dust/Housekeeping

Contractors can assist the cleaning staff by sweeping their DONGA with the provided dustpan and brush each morning.

8.1.6

Drinking Water

Much of the water in the Murchison region is drawn from bores and generally does not meet potable water quality standards without proper treatment. Potable water is however available for contractors to fill water flasks/bottles (but not bulk containers) at W ittenoom House within the Boolardy Accommodation Facility.

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8.1.7

Fires

No open fires may be lit during the fire ban period (Oct ­ Mar). Open fires may only be lit with the CSIRO MRO Site Manager prior approval.

8.1.8

Firearms

Pastoral activities exempt, firearms are not to be brought to the Station or the MRO without the prior written consent of the CSIRO MRO Site Manager.

8.1.9

Family and Friend Visits

Family and friends of contractors are not to be brought onto CSIRO sites unless they are part of the contractor`s business activities with CSIRO and have been appropriately inducted.

8.1.10 Fuel
Contractors should plan on carrying sufficient fuel for their journey to/from and around the site. Note that only diesel fuel is available onsite.

8.1.11 Pets
Contractors may not bring pets to either the accommodation Facility or the MRO site. Registered guide/companion/security dogs exempt.

8.1.12 Phone Calls
Phones at the accommodation Facility and MRO are intended for use by CSIRO staff members for business use, personal phone calls are to be kept to a minimum (5min/person/day). Contractors should seek approval from the CSIRO MRO Site Manager prior to the use.

8.1.13 Restricted Areas
Please limit movement to the DONGAs, W ittenoom House, the Dining Hall, the designated landfill area and the antenna sites only. All other areas require the escort of the Station Manager, for expressed works to those facilities or in an emergency.

8.1.14 Sustainability
To conserve diesel generator fuel, staff and contractors are requested to switch off lights and air conditioners whenever they are not required.

8.1.15 Laundry
The septic/waste treatment system is based on bacterial breakdown of materials. Please do not use any cleaning materials that have chlorine or phosphorus (e.g. washing powders, Nappy San etc). Please use the laundry powder provided.

8.1.16 Waste
Please use the bins provided and do not litter our beautiful country.

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AS/NZS ASKAP EMS EPIRB HAZOP HSE

GLOSSARY
Abbreviations
Definition Australian Standard/New Zealand Standard Australian Square Kilometre Array Pathfinder Environmental Management System Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacon Hazard and Operability Study Health Safety and Environment CSIRO term referring to a Health Safety and Environment Assessment and Control of W ork Form (in future will be called a Risk Control Plan) Health and Safety Representative Job Safety and Environmental Analysis Personal Locator Beacon ­ similar to an EPIRB Personal Protective Clothing and Equipment Residual Current Device Safe W ork Method Statement Material Safety Data Sheet

Abbreviation

HSE ACW HSR JSEA PLB PPCE RCD SWMS MSDS

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9.2
Subject

Definitions
Definition A place where construction work is undertaken; and an area in the vicinity of such a place, where plant or other material that is, or will be, used in connection with the construction work is located during the construction work. A construction site does not include a place where: elements of a structure are manufactured off-site; or construction material is stored as stock for sale or hire.

Construction Site

Construction Work

W ork on or in the vicinity of a construction site carried out in connection with the construction, alteration, conversion, fitting out, commissioning, renovation, repair, maintenance, decommissioning, demolition or dismantling of any structure. The following activities are also considered construction work: the removal from the construction site of any product or waste from the demolition or dismantling of a structure the assembly of prefabricated elements to form a structure the disassembly of prefabricated elements which, immediately before such disassembly, formed a structure any work in connection with excavation, landscaping, preparatory work or site preparation for the purpose of any work mentioned in paragraphs (a) to (c). includes work carried out on, or under, water, including work on buoys, obstructions to navigation, reefs, ships and wrecks, is construction work if it is otherwise within the definition in subregulation .



Construction work does not include minor maintenance work that is regular or routine in nature or work associated with the on-site preparatory work associated with mineral extraction or work associated with the exploration for, or extraction of mineral resources. Contractor Persons, who are not employees of the CSIRO, but rather, are performing work for CSIRO under a contract or agreement for the provision of goods or services. This includes all contractor staff members and sub contractors Person responsible for the work being undertaken by the contractor. The Contractor Coordinator may be a CSIRO staff member or an appointed external party An occurrence is a dangerous occurrence...if it is an occurrence that: (a) resulted from operations that arose from the undertaking conducted by an employer; and (b) could have caused:

Contractor Coordinator

Dangerous Occurrence

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Subject

Definition (i) the death of, or serious personal injury to, any person; or (ii) the incapacity of an employee for the duration of 30 or more successive working days or shifts; but as a result of which death, serious personal injury or incapacity did not occur.

Delegate Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacon (EPIRB) Federal Safety Commissioner

Person(s) with delegated contractor management responsibilities in the absence of the Contractor Coordinator or CSIRO MRO Site Manager Distress radio beacons, also known as an emergency beacons, ELT or EPIRB, are tracking transmitters which aid in the detection and location of boats, aircraft, and people in distress. W orks with industry and government stakeholders towards achieving the highest possible occupational health and safety (OHS) standards on Australian building and construction projects. The role of the Federal Safety Commissioner is to promote and improve occupational health and safety in the building and construction industry. A source or situation with a potential to cause harm Person responsible for advising CSIRO staff on health, safety and environmental matters. CSIRO has a specific HSE Officer dedicated to the ASKAP project. Health Safety and Environment Assessment and Control of W ork Form (in future will be called a Risk Control Plan). A CSIRO process used to outline the hazards involved in a designated work area, group or project, to identify and assess the risks and control measures in place to ensure the health, safety and welfare of persons undertaking that work.

Hazard HSE Officer

HSE ACW

High Risk Construction Work

High-risk construction work is defined as construction work: where there is a risk of a person falling more than 2 metres on telecommunications towers` involving demolition involving disturbance or removal of asbestos involving structural alterations that require temporary support to prevent collapse involving a confined space involving excavation to a depth greater than 1.5 metres involving construction of tunnels involving use of explosives in an area that may have a contaminated or flammable atmosphere with tilt-up and precast concrete on, or adjacent to, roadways or railways used by road or rail traffic

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Subject

Definition on construction sites where there is any movement of powered mobile plant in an area where there are artificial extremes of temperature in, over, or adjacent to water or other liquids where there is a risk of drowning involving diving.

Incapacity

An accident that causes an employee who performs work in connection with the undertaking conducted by his or her employer (CSIRO) to be incapacitated from performing work for 30 or more successive working days or shifts An event or occurrence that results in injury to persons or damage to property or a near-miss is an incident that had the potential of causing injury to persons or damage to property Job Safety and Environmental Analysis Risk assessment form used to outline the steps involved in any work process, identify the hazards related to each step of the task that have the potential to cause injury, the risks, and the existing or necessary control measures. A JSEA/SW MS template is available at Enclosure 10.

Incident

Job Safety Environmental Analysis (JSEA)

Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)

Is a substance information sheet about a specific product which outlines its chemical composition, potential hazards, and safe handling and storage and disposal methods. Occupational Health and Safety Act 1991 (Commonwealth) A document that identifies the contractor requirements such as permits, isolations, area and plant preparation, licences, and personal protective equipment. The Permit to W ork is required to be completed prior to the commencement of every job conducted by a contractor, to indicate that the work can be carried out in a safe manner. At the completion of work the Permit to W ork is sign off to indicate the satisfactory completion of work. The likelihood and consequence of injury or harm occurring A combination of the probability or likelihood that harm or damage will occur and the seriousness (consequence) The culture, processes and structures that are directed towards the effective management of potential opportunities and adverse effects A state in which the risk of harm or damage is limited to an acceptable level Serious Personal Injury means an injury to, or disease in, a person:

OHS Act Permit to Work

Risk Risk Assessment

Risk Management

Safety

Serious Personal

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Subject Injury

Definition (a) that is caused in the course of work; and (b) for which the person needs to be: (i) given emergency treatment by a registered medical practitioner; or (ii) treated in a hospital as a casualty, without being admitted to the hospital; or (iii) admitted to a hospital. OHS (Safety Arrangements) Reg 2 (Cw`th)

SPOT Device

A satellite GPS messenger that sends an SMS text to a set of preprogrammed numbers at the press of a button. The SPOT Device also couples as a back-up GPS locator device when the S.O.S. button is depressed. Safe Work Method Statement ­ for use in HSE Risk Management to determine safe methods of working based on assessments made in a risk assessment. Required under Schedule 12 of the Commonwealth Safety Standards related to Construction, which lists specific high risk activities that must have a SW MS. Is a statement that: lists the step-by-step procedures of a specific work activity or task, to document a safe work method. This involves identifying and assessing hazards with a potential to cause a high degree of harm and recording procedures to minimize, the risk to health and safety. identifies a work activity assessed as having a safety risk or risks; states the safety risk or risks; describes the control measures that will be applied to the work activity; describes how safety measures will be implemented to do the work safely; and includes a description of the equipment used in the work, the qualifications of the personnel doing the work and the training required to do the work safely.

Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS)



A JSEA/SW MS template is available at Enclosure 10.

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REFERENCES

Health, Safety & Environmental Sustainability& Community Policy Assessment & Control of W ork Procedure Control of Hazardous Substance Procedures Electrical Safety Procedures Emergency Management Procedures Fieldwork Safety Procedures First Aid Procedures Hazard Reporting Procedures Incident Reporting, Recording and Investigation Procedures Plant Safety Procedures Motor Vehicle Accident Reporting & Claims Management Use of Private Motor Vehicles Enviroessentials: Sample Enviro Offences and Penalties MRO Heritage Induction [online] CALM - Threatened Flora of the Mullewa Area CALM - W hy You Should Not Feed W ildlife MRO Indigenous Land Use Agreement Australian Government - Bureau of Meteorology - Gascoyne Region Forecast RFDS Advice - Travelling in the Outback Department for Planning and Infrastructure, Perth, W estern Australia ­ www.dpi.wa.gov.au/pastoral

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DOCUMENT CONTROL
DATE Jul 2010 AUTHOR K. Fraser / B. Briggs APPROVED BY Not released.

Enquiries should be addressed to: W ilfredo.pena@csiro.au
REVISION 1.0

New Document. First issue as a contractor specific manual for the MRO site and the accommodation Facility at Boolardy Homestead 2.0 Aug 2010 K. Fraser / B. Briggs HSE Manager / Officer A. Schinckel ASKAP Theme Leader

Major re-write to clarify different contractor expectations in line with CSIRO -control, contractor-control and infrastructure contractor-control of the work site. 3.0 Sep 2011 B. Briggs

Reviewed terminology. Updated Appendicies. Updated General/Regional OHS advice. Removed reference to a Preferred Driving Route`. Inserted section Arriving by Aircraft Procedures`. 4.0 Feb. 2013 W . Pena

Update ASKAP Contact List, New CSIRO Logo & Driving Directions

Copyright Information
© 2009 CSIRO To the extent permitted by law, all rights are reserved and no part of this publication covered by copyright may be reproduced or copied in any form or by any means except with the written permission of CSIRO.

Important Disclaimer
CSIRO advises that the information contained in this publication comprises general statements based on scientific research. The reader is advised and needs to be aware that such information may be incomplete or unable to be used in any specific situation. No reliance or actions must therefore be made on that information without seeking prior expert professional, scientific and technical advice. To the extent permitted by law, CSIRO (including its employees and consultants) excludes all liability to any person for any
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consequences, including but not limited to all losses, damages, costs, expenses and any other compensation, arising directly or indirectly from using this publication (in part or in whole) and any information or material contained in it.

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ENCLOSURES
Boolardy/MRO Location Diagram Map ­ Regional Road Network Map ­ Boolardy Station Road Network Diagram ­ MRO Site Diagram Site Visit Application Form Personal Information Sheet Contractor HSE Plan Checklist HSE Incident Report & Investigation Form Contractor HSE Control Plan Job Safety Environment Analysis (JSEA) / Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS) Template ASKAP Contacts List

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Contractor HSE Acknowledgment Form
Contractor Director/Manager/Supervisor, please complete and sign this form. Return to your CSIRO point of contact. Contractor Organisation:.......................................................................... Contractor Director/Manager/Supervisor:................................................ Emergency Contact Person:........................................................................... Address:...................................................................................................... Phone number: (B/H).....................................(A/H).......................................... Mobile phone number.................................................................................... ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------The Contractor: has received a copy of the MRO HSE Manual ­ Contractors (this manual); undertakes to follow these requirements at all times while working at the MRO; acknowledges that: o all [Contractor] staff and sub-contractors must be inducted to the site prior to commencing work or visit; o this manual is given in good faith for the promotion of sound HSE practice at the MRO and the requirements therein are binding on the Contractor; and o if required, CSIRO may direct [Contractor] staff and/or sub-contractors on the site and/or may prevent the Contractor and/or sub-contractors from gaining access to the MRO, for reasons of safety or environmental protection.

Signature of Contractor:....................................................................................... Date:........................................................................................................................

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