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Council recognises that a monitoring telemetry system leads to best operating efficiency
and improves resource utilisation. Further operations planning requirements for the
Council are:
• Updating system operating rules and performance requirements for all
subsystems and facilities;
• Implementing an effective Assets Management System that will enable
identification of conditions of assets from assets register and maintenance
reports; and
• Compliance with OHS requirements
Main operational issues include the following:
• Optimising operations to reduce costs
• Monitoring of operational performance
• Review and document operating procedures
Occupational health and safety hazards in the Council’s sewerage operations include:
• Bacterial contamination
• Falling into storages/ lagoons
• Falling off structures
• Moving heavy mechanical parts
• Chemical exposures and handling
• Injuries due to sharps
• Electrical injuries
• Confined spaces
Council has developed an OH&S Policy outlining the roles and responsibilities of all
employees within the Council. As part of Council’s ongoing commitment to Occupational
Health and Safety requirements, all staff are familiar with the amendments to the OH&S
Act, Local Government Act 1993 and the Protection of the Environment (Operations) Act
1997.
On an annual basis the sewerage schemes including the treatment plant, pumps,
reticulation lines and other associated areas are reviewed to ensure all risks are assessed
and minimised. For more information refer to the Council’s Occupational Health & Safety
Policy.
Mid-Western Regional Council Part B - Strategic Plan Page 63
Strategic Business Plan for Sewerage