Safety and Environment Induction Handbook 2012 - Fremantle Ports

Fremantle PortsSafety and EnvironmentInduction Handbook 20128th Edition

TRIM: 219844This document is current at the time of printing.The information, policies, guidelines and procedures contained in this bookletmay have changed. If you have any doubts, the details can be checked directlyon TRIM: 219844, or via the Fremantle Ports Safety & Environment Induction at:Fremantleports.com.au/safetyinduction(as per picture below)In the event of an emergency in the port areatelephone Emergency Services on 000and then Fremantle Ports on 9335 1300For• Chemical Spills• Explosion• Fire• Oil Spills• Personal Injury• Security Issues• Waste Spills2

Employee Responsibilitiesand DutiesSafety for LifeSafety for LIFE serves as the encapsulation of thePort’s vision for health and safety at all levels of theorganisation. In particular, Safety for LIFE serves tosee the realisation of no injuries; no harm; and nodamage at all levels within the Port through theadoption of safety as the organisation’s core value.• “Safety for LIFE” is about protecting our mostimportant asset — our people.• Our purpose is to drive safety through every partof Fremantle Ports — ultimately, we all exist tosupport our families.• Production and safety are both important but weneed to ensure safety is the first priority.Safety for LIFE is achieved when safety is adopted asa core value at work and at home.Employer Duty of CareFremantle Ports will, as far as practical, provideand maintain a working environment in which itsemployees are not exposed to hazards. FremantlePorts will ensure it:• Provides and maintains plant and systems of workso employees are protected from hazards• Provides information, instruction, training andsupervision to enable employees to perform theirwork in such a manner that they are not exposedto hazards• Consults and cooperates with employees in regardto safety and environment at the workplace• Where not practicable to avoid hazards, provideat no cost to the employees personal protectiveequipment as is necessary to protect them fromhazardsTo prevent personal injury or illness to people,damage to property and to maintain a healthyand ecologically sustainable port environment itis required that all persons accept the followingresponsibilities:• Take reasonable care for his or her safety andhealth at work• Perform all work and associated functions in asafe and environmentally responsible manner• Comply with all statutory requirements• Follow all Fremantle Ports policies, proceduresand practices• Obtain and correctly use all necessary personalprotective equipment• Act to eliminate risks within the workplaceand / or to report those risks that theindividual cannot correct• Establish and maintain the highest possiblestandards of housekeeping and cleanliness inindividual work areas and on Fremantle Portsproperty generally• Report all incidents (safety, environment &business), complaints and improvementsno matter how small• Assist with the investigation of incidentsas required• Strictly follow all procedures for the taskbeing performed• Be familiar with emergency and evacuationprocedures and the location of first aid pointsand equipment and fire protection facilities• Use the correct tools and equipment for“the job” and use them safely• Only use, alter or repair tools or equipmentwhen authorised and trained to• Ensure that no task is performed ifconsidered unsafe4

Fremantle Ports - Safety and Environment Induction HandbookWork Area Behaviour andConductIn addition to the previously mentionedresponsibilities and duties, it is also a condition ofentry to the Port that all persons ensure thattheir behaviour and conduct are consistentwith the following:• Persons must not allow the consumption ofalcohol or drugs to adversely affect their workperformance, personal safety, safety of others ortheir official conduct at any time• No person shall enter or remain in a workplaceif that person is under the influence of alcoholor is under the influence of a drug (unless inaccordance with a prescription from a MedicalPractitioner)• To protect the health of all from the effects ofcigarette smoke, smoking in all enclosed workareas, Fremantle Ports’ buildings and FremantlePorts’ vehicles is prohibited. Smoking is alsoprohibited in the vicinity of all external doorways,windows, air conditioner intakes and in the vicinityof any flammable liquids and gases• Persons shall not act in a disruptive, abusive,violent, sexist, discriminatory, bullying or belittlingmanner• No person shall behave in a manner that offendsor intimidates another person. This includesany unwelcome, offensive comment or actionconcerning a person’s race, colour, language, ethnicorigin, sex, marital status, pregnancy, impairment,disability, political / religious conviction, age, familyresponsibilities / family status, AIDS / HIV status etc• Any behaviour likely to cause injury to orendanger persons or cause damage to property orthe environment is prohibited• The unauthorised borrowing, private use orremoval from the premises of Fremantle Portsmaterial and consumables is prohibited• Persons may only access those parts of theFremantle Ports computer system that they areauthorised to access and must not:- Misuse information on the system- Copy licensed software- Send unwanted, unsuitable, incorrect orunauthorised material to another personor organisation or store such material onFremantle Ports’ computing resourcesPersons who are directly employed by FremantlePorts should refer to the Fremantle Ports’ “Codeof Conduct 2006” [Refer TRIM: 203886] for furtherinformation on the items mentioned above and withregard to other important issues.5

Safety and EnvironmentalManagementFremantle Ports is an environmentally responsibleport manager that provides a safe workplace forall employees. All staff should be aware of OurCommitment to Safety, Environment and Quality Policy.Copies are on display at key locations around thePort including notice boards and foyers.Fremantle Ports has adopted the ISO 14001Standard for its Environmental Management System(EMS) and the AS/NZS 4801 Standard for its SafetyManagement System (SMS). These standards assistFremantle Ports in having a systematic approach tosafety and environmental management based on thePlan–Do–Check–Act cycle.The benefits of adopting the ISO 14001 andAS/NZS 4801 Standards include:• Demonstrating we are achieving externallyaccepted and measurable standards• Reducing our risks and liabilities• Meeting legal requirements• Employee satisfaction – improved morale as wellas improved operations• Proactive rather than reactive approach – actionsare planned, meaning less disruption and a focuson preventing problems rather than mitigatingthem after they happen• Meeting community and customer expectations• Working towards ensuring the Port is sustainableinto the futureAll staff have a role in Safety andEnvironmental Management• Report any incidents, near misses and complaints(this is important so that Fremantle Ports canminimise any impacts and improve its systems andpractice, besides being considered an “employeeduty” under State safety legislation)• Suggest any improvement ideas – ways FremantlePorts could do things better• Follow procedures• Participate in writing procedures and riskassessments (including use of Take 5 Hazard ID) orany other activities as required6

Fremantle Ports - Safety and Environment Induction HandbookThe structure of Safety and Environmental Management at Fremantle Ports:Fremantle Ports BoardExecutive TeamExecutive Review TeamFremantle Ports’ DivisionsManagement TeamSafety and HealthSteering (SAHS) Group• Port Planningand EnvironmentBranch• Port Safety BranchBusiness ImprovementReview TeamManagersInner & Outer HarbourSafety CommitteesSafety & Health RepresentativesWork Areas7

In the event of an emergency call 000 Emergency Services andFremantle Ports Security centre 9335 1300The EMERGENCY NUMBER must be used for all issues relating to:Chemical Spills, Explosion, Fire, Oil Spills, Personal Injury (medical assistance required),Security Issues and Waste SpillsEMERGENCYEmergency Services requiredNoDial 9335 1300YesDial ‘000’ and then9335 1300The EMERGENCY NUMBER must be used for all issues relating to:• Chemical Spills• Explosion• Fire• Oil Spills• Personal Injury (medical assistance required)• Security Issues• Waste SpillsPlease DO NOT use other Fremantle Ports’ phone or mobile numbers in these circumstances.Note: When calling from an internal Fremantle Ports phone, dial ‘0’ prior to calling an external number.8

Fremantle Ports - Safety and Environment Induction HandbookTelephone numbersEmergency only 9335 1300Port Security Centre 9430 3315Emergencies-Electrical/Maint. (A/H & W/E) Paging Service 9482 4899INNER HARBOURProject Supervisor John Malaga 0418 911 659Manager Port Safety Martin Anderson 0437 901 956Common User Coordinator Alex Summers 0418 947 526Electrical Services Manager Bob Francis 0419 908 623Facilities Services Supervisor Craig Gorham 0418 957 219First Aid (24 hours) 0418 945 209Port Safety Coordinator (IH) Danny Sullivan 0408 938 404Coordinator Nav.Aids Maintenance Jack Merolla 0448 048 609Port Environmental Advisor Adam Van Der Beeke 0457 837 248Environmental Manager Denis Doak 0400 474 363Port Services Team Leader (24 hours) 0418 945 209Project Supv Diving Services Jim Coubrough 0417 948 195Project Supv Underground Services Kevin Woodham 0418 949 305Senior Master Jamie Strickland 0419 966 203Signal Station (24 hours) 9430 3400OUTER HARBOURManager Bulk Business Mark Pearce 0437 517 458Port Safety Coodinator (OH) Rob Gannon 0437 057 988Electrical Supervisor Matthew Thompson 0437 882 307First Aid (24 hours) 0417 171 419KBJ Coodinator Andrew Hathaway 0414 426 043KBT Security Gate 9410 8322KBT Shipping & Customer Coordinator 0419 909 934Maintenance Manager John Stewart 0419 909 936Maintenance Supervisor Jason Greenacre 0437 880 185Terminal Operations Manager Gary Matier 0407 027 594Planning & Resources Co-ord Taj Ali 0419 812 249Port Services Team Leader (24 hours) 0417 171 419Project Supervisor – Civil Steve Nyckowski 0419 965 849Stevedore’s Office 9410 8391Wharf Operations Manager Ray Palmer 0419 909 934Note: *Pager Service available (24 HOURS) on 9482 4899.9

Evacuation / Fire ProceduresFREMANTLE PORTS’ AdministrationBuilding – OverviewThe Fremantle Ports Administration Building has analarm system to notify occupants of an emergency.In the event of an emergency the first alarm you willhear will be the Alert alarm - you are required tostop work and muster within your work area.The second alarm is the Evacuation alarm. Evacuatethe building. Follow the instructions of your AreaWarden who will inform you which emergency exitand Assembly area to go to.It is important that all personnel are accounted forin an emergency; please ensure you have your namechecked on with the Warden at your work area andchecked off when you arrive at the Assembly area.There are 3 Assembly areas located outside theAdministration Building; these are identified by thegreen and white signs.Assembly area 1 is located between A & B sheds.Assembly area 2 is near the railway line behind theE Shed Markets.Assembly area 3 is the Round House car park.Always wait for the “all clear” from the Chief Wardenbefore re-entering the building.After Normal Business HoursIf you are working outside normal hours, and youhear either of the alarms, immediately evacuate thebuilding. Muster at the front of the building if it is safeto do so. Fire and Rescue will be responding and willallow you back into the building when the all clear hasbeen given.Always remember never to use the lifts whenevacuating the building in an emergency.Alarm Response Procedures –Business HoursOn hearing the alert tone:Remain in your work area (or in the area you maybe visiting at the time)Secure any sensitive documentsGather any small personal items that can be carriedfrom the building e.g. wallet, keys, handbag etc.On hearing the evacuation tone (whoop whoop):Follow the instructions of the Area Warden andevacuate the building via the closest safe fire exit andproceed to the designated exterior assembly areaAssist other occupants on the floor if necessaryRemain at the designated external assembly areawith the Warden until advised by the respondingauthoritiesProcedures on Discovery of a FireOn discovery of a fire:• Close nearby doors if possible and evacuateimmediate danger zone• Ensure the Alert Alarm has been raised (if notactivate the nearest break glass alarm)• Follow Chief Warden, Area Warden or DeputyWarden’s instructions and evacuate the buildingNote:Mobility impaired persons should be reported tothe Area Warden for communication to theChief Warden.It should be clearly understood that the primary dutyof general occupants is not to combat the fire, but toensure, as far as practicable and to the best of theirability, the safety of themselves and others.General occupants with first attack fire fighting skillsmay attempt to extinguish the fire, if safe to do so.The procedures above should be used as a guide andnot necessarily be adhered to rigidly as incidents arevery unpredictable and during an actual incidentthere may be a more appropriate course of action.Where practicable, procedures should be followed toavoid confusion.REMEMBER DO NOT USE LIFTSIN AN EMERGENCY10

Fremantle Ports - Safety and Environment Induction HandbookAlarms After HoursOn hearing the Alert or Evacuation Alarm oron the discovery of a fire after hours:• Evacuate immediately via the closest safe fire exit.• Never assume it is a false alarm even if there is noevidence of fire.• Proceed to the front of the building (if safe to doso) to meet the Fire Services. If unable to waitsafely outside the front of the building, move awayfrom the building to a safe distance.Note:FESA (Fire and Emergencies Services Authority)will normally respond automatically, however, it isadvisable to check and ensure they have receivedthe alarm.DIAL ‘000’ FIRE & RESCUE ANDPORT SECURITY CENTRE 9335 1300• Do not re-enter the building unless the respondingauthority advises it is safe to do so.REMEMBER DO NOT USE LIFTS INAN EMERGENCYThese procedures should be used as a guide and notnecessarily be adhered to rigidly as incidents are veryunpredictable and during an actual incident there maybe a more appropriate course of action.Where practicable, procedures should be followedto avoid confusion.Victoria Quay Emergency Assembly Points81762_MapPg12.indd 1 1/411

North QuayAlarm Response ProceduresOn hearing the alert tone (beep beep):Remain in the areaMake preparations to evacuateOn hearing the evacuation tone(whoop whoop):Evacuate Port area. When evacuating firstconsideration should be to move across or upwindAssemble at the nearest safe evacuation area or asdirected by the Shipping Terminal SupervisorDo not re-enter the area until authorised to do soIt should be noted that the North Quayalarm is tested at approximately 07:10hrson Fridays.If a ship alarm / horn sounds continuously, thisindicates an emergency. Evacuate the area as above.These procedures should be used as a guide and notnecessarily be adhered to rigidly as incidents are veryunpredictable and during an actual incident theremay be a more appropriate course of action.Where practicable, procedures should be followedto avoid confusion.NOTE:Should there be an incident that requires a fullevacuation, this will most likely occur between berths4 and 10. This is because the majority of dangerouscargoes that are handled in the Inner Harbour areover these berths. Containers holding chemicals,including toxic liquids and toxic gases, are handledthrough the container terminals at North Quay.In the event of a chemical leak, the area potentiallyaffected by the release will be evacuated. With atoxic gas release the wind direction is important asyou want to remain upwind of the release. If you arein the path of the release go across and then upwind.If you hear the evacuation alarm going continuously,note the wind direction and contact the Port SecurityCentre for more information on the alarm. If thereis a likelihood of your area being affected, commenceevacuation through the closest security gate.North Quay Emergency Assembly Points1281762_MapPg12.indd 1 1/

Fremantle Ports - Safety and Environment Induction HandbookKwinana Bulk TerminalRefuge Points (KBT)At the Kwinana Bulk Terminal, the emergency alarmis tested every Friday morning at 10:00am.If the alarm sounds at this time, no action is required.If the alarm sounds at any other time, stop workimmediately, return machinery or equipment to asafe state.Make your way to the nearest refuge and report tothe person in control. Stay inside the refuge until the“All Clear” is given.There are 4 Refuge points located at Kwinana BulkTerminal; these are the Workshop lunch room,Admin lunch room, Security Gate house and theKBB2 lunch room.If the site is to be evacuated, an off site musterpoint will be designated by the Manager BulkBusiness or his delegate and communicated duringthe evacuation. The following gates may be used toevacuate the site:• Security Gate• Air Liquide Gate• BP KIMA Emergency GateNote:The ‘All Clear’ shall be given once the area hasbeen deemed safe by emergency services orby the head warden.Muster Points (KBT)The Maintenance workshop and Administrationbuilding at Kwinana Bulk Terminal are fitted witha fire alarm system.The alarm is tested monthly by an externalcontractor and the test will be announced overthe PA system.If the alarm sounds at this time, no action is required.If the alarm sounds at any other time, stop workimmediately, return machinery or equipment to asafe state.Make your way to the closest on site muster pointand await further instructions from the fire warden.The muster points are identified on the map below.For more information please refer to:PR1441 - Evacuation at Kwinana Bulk TerminalPR1705 - Fire Evacuation for KBT WorkshopNote: In the event of a fireDo not lock any doorsDo not re-enter the buildingClose doors behind you (if room is unoccupied)Listen to the Warden and follow instructionsKwinana Bulk Terminal EmergencyRefuge / Muster Pointserminal13

Kwinana Bulk JettyAt the Kwinana Bulk Jetty, the emergency alarm istested every Monday morning at 07:00 hrs.If the alarm sounds at this time, no action is required.If the alarm sounds at any other time, stop workimmediately, return machinery or equipment to asafe state, leave the jetty immediately and report tothe emergency assembly area located just outsidethe main gate.If there is an emergency involving a vessel at berththe Master of the vessel should sound its siren toraise the alarm. If a vessel sounds its whistle orsiren for 7 short blasts followed by one long blastyou should:• Stop work immediately, return machinery orequipment to a safe state,• Leave the jetty immediately and report to theemergency assembly area located just outsidethe main gate.Look to a Stevedoring Supervisor or the KwinanaBulk Jetty Coordinator for further directions.If a verbal indication is given to evacuate, follow theprocedures below:1. Immediately evacuate to a muster point. Musterpoints are located on land adjacent to Brambles;the second muster point is located at the KBJroadway front gates.Depending upon conditions, it is recommendedthat motor vehicles located on the jetty be usedfor evacuation to land.If traversing through any toxic gas clouds, smokeor fumes in a vehicle then all doors and windowsshould be closed and air conditioning turned off.NO ATTEMPTS SHOULD BE MADE TOEXTINGUISH FIRES INVOLVING EXPLOSIVES.Only appropriately trained and authorised personsshould make immediate attempts to extinguishthe fire if it is in the vicinity of explosives. If thefire spreads to involve or impact on the explosives,evacuate as above.2. Do not re-enter the area until authorised to do so.If a ship alarm / horn sounds continuously, thisindicates an emergency. Evacuate your area as above.These procedures should be used as a guide and notnecessarily be adhered to rigidly as incidents are veryunpredictable and during an actual incident theremay be a more appropriate course of action.Where practicable, procedures should be followed toavoid confusion.NOTE:There is a specific plan for the handling of anhydrousammonia at KBJ. This plan is administered byCSBP Limited.Kwinana Bulk Jetty Emergency Assembly Point14

Fremantle Ports - Safety and Environment Induction HandbookFire Fighting EquipmentDo not obstruct access to hydrants, hose boxes, fireextinguishers or any other fire fighting equipment.Do not operate water main isolation valves withoutthe permission of the Port Services Group.Report any defects or damage to fire fightingequipment to the Port Services Group immediately.All fire fighting equipment supplied by the Port ischecked and serviced in accordance with the relevantAustralian Standards.Inner Harbour Port Services Team0418 945 209Outer Harbour Port Services Team0417 171 419• Immediately notify:Police 9222 14339222 1115If in the Administration Office Building (AOB)Chief Warden 9430 35759430 33609430 3436Building Manager 9430 3525Area WardenNotify warden on your floor• Follow Area Warden’s instructions.Note:Cease operation of all mobile phones andtwo-way radios. Turn pagers off.If a WRITTEN THREAT is received,immediately notify:Police “000”If in the Administration Building Office (AOB)Bomb Threat ProceduresIf a TELEPHONE THREAT is received:Remain calm and endeavour to compile thefollowing information:- When is bomb going to explode?- Where is the bomb?- Why did you place the bomb?- What is your name and address?Other details that should be noted include:Chief Warden 9430 35759430 33609430 3436Building Manager 9430 3525Area WardenNotify warden on your floor• Place the threat document in a plastic envelope ortransparent folder to preserve its condition andprevent contamination. Do not photocopy• Give threat document to Chief Warden.• Follow Area Warden’s instructions.Note:Cease operation of all mobile phones andtwo-way radios. Turn pagers off.- Caller’s voice- Threat language- Background noises- Gender of caller (male/female)- Call taken – date, duration, recipientIf possible, alert a co-worker of the call whilststill on the phone.DO NOT HANG UP THE PHONE15

If a SUSPICIOUS OBJECT is discovered,evacuate immediate danger area:Immediately notify:DO NOT CLOSE DOORSPolice “000”If in the Administration Office Building(AOB)Chief Warden 9430 35759430 33609430 3436Building Manager 9430 3525Area WardenNotify warden on your floor• Follow Area Warden’s instructions.Note:Cease operation of all mobile phones andtwo-way radios. Turn pagers off.Medical Emergency ProceduresDIAL ‘000’ FOR AMBULANCE /EMERGENCY SERVICESAND PORT SECURITY CENTRE 9335 1300This procedure is designed to ensure that staffreact quickly and effectively in the event of medicalemergencies such as collapse, heart attack, injury etc.If you are the first person at a scene which requiresfirst aid attention:• Stay calm• Ensure area is safe; check for Danger – employDRABCD (trained first aiders—see pagefollowing)• Check casualty• If an ambulance is required ring ‘000’• Send for a first aid officer (Port Services) andSupervisor. First Aid assistance can be obtainedby calling 9335 1300• Where safe to do so, ensure all sources or itemsthat could inflict further injury are removedor neutralised• If injured person is in no danger, do not movethem – wait for First Aid Officer• First Aid Officer or senior person is to takecontrol of the situationThe site of any serious accident should be left intact.Nothing should be removed or tampered with untilsuch time as an investigation has been carried out.Photographs and / or measurements may need tobe taken.The immediate Supervisor and either the I/H or O/HSafety and Development Coordinator (as applicable)should be notified as soon as possible.16

Fremantle Ports - Safety and Environment Induction HandbookFirst AidThe Fremantle Port Authority provides a 24 hourfirst aid service to all areas of the Port.GET MEDICAL TREATMENT HOWEVERSMALL THE INJURYFirst aid boxes are provided in all FremantlePorts workplaces and are the responsibility of theworkplace Manager/Supervisor.Managers/Supervisors of contractors andsubcontractors need to ensure that they provideadequate first aid equipment for their employeesespecially when working at more isolated locations.Ensure you know where your nearest first aid boxis situated.Make sure all injuries are reported to yourSupervisor and that a Fremantle Port Authorityaccident report is completed and forwarded throughIncidents, Complaints and Improvements (ICI)to the Port Safety Advisor (Tel: 9430 3402 or0407 194 505).If medical treatment is sought, except forlife threatening situations where ambulancetransportation to hospital is required, it is arequirement, ensure where practicable that in thefirst instance injured persons attend one of FremantlePorts preferred medical practitioners, which are:Gemini Medical ServicesClinics at:580 Newcastle StreetWest PerthTelephone: 9328 523311 Vostan Road102 Oakleigh DriveMandurahTelephone: 9535 0999HSA GroupLevel 3, 553 Hay StreetPerthTelephone: 9324 6444Occ-MedicUnit 5, 386 South StreetO’ConnorTelephone: 9337 7235Prime Health Group1 Rockingham RoadNaval BaseTelephone: 9437 1665FIRST AID9335 130024 HOURSCanning ValeTelephone: 9456 5322 24Pedlar CircuitRockinghamTelephone: 9550 7000For all serious injuries call for anambulance on ‘000’ and thenthe Port Security Centre 9335 130017

Critical Risk Standards are our RulesTo Live ByA review of the most serious incidents and fatalitiesoccurring in our industry in recent years hashighlighted a number of recurring fatality potentialrisks. The Critical Risk Standards have been developedto reduce fatality potential risk in our work place.To assist us in achieving safety for life, minimumcontrols for the management of these critical riskshave been defined within the relevant standards formandatory adoption by all of Fremantle Ports. If youare in any doubt stop work. It could save you or yourworkmates’ lives. Please also seek clarification fromyour Supervisor.Chris Leatt-HayterChief Executive OfficerMobile Equipment1. Check that mobile equipment and the safetyfeatures are in good working order before use2. Only use equipment:• you are trained and authorised to use• for its intended purpose3. Always drive safely:• Look out for pedestrians• Adhere to speed limits• Obey all signs and traffic plans• Wear seat belts• Secure loads• Never use mobile phones whilst driving• Don’t leave unattended equipment idling• “No seat, no ride.”Pedestrian safety1. Always wear high visibility clothing where required2. Be familiar with any No Walk Zones at the siteand never walk into them3. Keep clear of moving equipment and stay wherethe driver can see you or knows where you are4. Use mobile communication devices only inpredetermined safe zones5. When working around mobile equipment:• identify and use safe zones• be aware of your surroundingHandling Loads1. Position yourself safely – never walk or standunder a suspended load and never stand in aposition where you could be pinned by aswinging load2. Make sure all people in the work area arepositioned safely before commencing the lift3. Always handle loads safely:• Check lifting gear is in good working order andwithin the safe working limit (SWL)• Make sure the load is slung/secured correctly• Make sure there are no loose items on the load• Have only one person directing operationsat anytime4. When in doubt do not lift18

Fremantle Ports - Safety and Environment Induction HandbookWorking at heights1. Know which jobs require fall protection andfall prevention controls:• Use of PFDs when working over water• Elevated work platforms and scaffolding• Harnesses and other fall protection systems• Ladders2. Check all your equipment is OK and correctlyfitted before you start working at height3. Use the equipment correctly – If in doubt askyour SupervisorIsolation1. Identify and recognise power sources2. Never work on live power sources:• Electrical• Hydraulic• Pneumatic• Other stored energy3. Ensure staff are competent in isolation procedures:• Know which tasks require isolation• only authorised personnel to work on powersources4. Ensure all isolation procedures are adhered to5. Permit to work protocols must always be followedVessel Operations1. Ensure that pre-operational safety inspections arecompleted prior to commencing work:• Ensure safe access to / from ship and work places• Always identify a safety zone2. Keep clear of mooring lines under tension3. PFDs and other safety equipment is wornwhen mooring4. Lifting equipment is fit for purpose and safefor use5. Always position yourself safely - never work undersuspended load - never work near an open hatchor unprotected edge6. Be aware of changing work environments:• design of vessel• types guarding• weather conditions• lighting19

Permit to Work SystemFremantle Ports has a Permit to Work system whichoperates across all its sites. This is a formal writtensystem to control certain types of work identifiedas potentially hazardous. It assists authorised andqualified personnel to determine the best way tocarry out a job safely, without impacting on propertyor the environment. Be aware that the Outer Harbourand Inner Harbour have separate and unique Permit toWork Systems and Forms.It Ensures That These Personnel Have Completedthe Following Tasks before Starting Work:Planned the WorkInspected the Work SiteIdentified the HazardsImplemented Control MeasuresGained Operational Approval or Release of thePlant to Be Worked on.The system ensures that personnel carrying outthe work clearly understand the job.All employees and contractors working for FremantlePorts must comply with the Permit to Work system.Berth Operators who operate their own approvedPermit to Work systems are exempt from theFremantle Ports system. Those who do not, however,must adopt the Fremantle Ports system. Vessels atanchor or at the wharf are also bound under theFremantle Ports Permit to Work system.In general, a Permit to Work is required for(but not limited to):• Non-routine work• Deactivation of safety equipment• Working on equipment that can compromisesafety, the environment or property• Energy isolation• Planned maintenance tasks where a Permit toWork is specified• When two or more individuals or groups ofpeople need to coordinate activities.Operations considered routine usually do not requirea Permit to Work. These include:• Ship loading and unloading activities• Mooring operations• Work within office spaces (except work onelectrical equipment and safety systems)• Work within the maintenance, mechanical orelectrical workshops• Wharf, deck and crane work associated withnormal port activities.All Employees and Contractors conducting work ata Fremantle Ports site must report to their relevantSupervisor requesting a Permit to Work be issuedprior to commencing. Never commence a job unlessyou have an authorised Permit to Work form and allmembers of your work team have “signed on” tothe permit.As part of the Permit to Work system there are anumber of Work Certificates which are requiredfor particular tasks.Work Certificates are completed for specific tasksthat require more detailed documentation.While the Permit to Work Form accounts for the jobas a whole, Work Certificates are presented with thisform to describe different tasks that maybe undertaken as part of the same job.The following are activities that require aWork Certificate:• Diving - for any non-recreational diving withinport waters• Electrical - for any work being conducted withina substation, including high voltage switching• Excavation - this includes the breaking of anyground surface by person or machinery for anypurpose, includes driving in of steel or woodenpickets.• Hot Work - for any work that introduces ignitionsources, e.g. welding, grinding• Confined Space Entry - for any entry and workinto a confined space, e.g. the cement clinker silos,waste storage tanks, transfer chutes, navigationalbuoys.These certificates specify particular conditions thatneed to be met, such as assessing the fire risk whenconducting hot work and ensuring appropriate firefighting equipment is available.20

Fremantle Ports - Safety and Environment Induction HandbookAlways ensure you have read the Permit to Work,associated Job Analysis and Work Certificates andclearly understand the controls put in place tomanage the job safely.A job analysis is generally used for activitiescategorised as inherently high risk. This includes nonroutine tasks or tasks that do not have a risk basedstandard procedure. A copy of the job analysis mustbe kept on site while you undertake the task and beavailable for review upon request.Isolation and Danger TaggingFremantle Ports operates a “lock out” and “dangertagging” system. All energy sources (such as electrical,mechanical, pneumatic, air and water) MUST beisolated prior to work commencing on them.Isolations are identified and documented on theFremantle Ports Permit to Work form.Three types of Control Locks and Tags are usedat the port.Isolation Locks and TagsThe isolation lock and tag is the primary isolationdevice used by authorised Fremantle Ports’ personnelto isolate energy sources. Isolation locks and tagscan only be placed on and removed by authorisedFremantle Ports’ personnel.Personal Danger Locks and TagsThe personal danger lock and tag is designed toprotect people by providing personal protectionwhen working on or near energy sources. Thetag must be completed with your name, contactnumber and date clearly written, and attached toyour personal danger lock, which is then attached toa lock-out box, isolation switch or switches, valves orequipment. Each person on the job MUST attachtheir own lock and tag and must remove their ownlock and tag at the end of each shift or on thecompletion of the job.If you leave site without removing your PersonalDanger lock and tag, you will be called back to siteto remove it at no cost to Fremantle Ports.Out of Service TagsThe Out of Service tag is designed to protectplant and equipment. It does not provide you withspecific personal protection. If any piece of plant orequipment is unsafe to operate, an Out of Servicetag must be placed on the isolation lock, switch orswitches, valves or equipment. Anyone can place anOut of Service tag on a piece of plant or equipment,but only a competent person authorised to repairthat plant or equipment can remove the Out ofService tag.If you ever find a Personal or Out of Service dangertag lying on the ground you must immediately reportthis to a Fremantle Ports Supervisor.If you accidentally remove and/or destroy anotherperson’s Personal Danger tag or Out of Service tag,you must immediately replace it with a tag of yourown. You must not replace another person’s tag. Fillout a tag in your name and attach it to the isolator,stating that this tag replaces the tag applied by....(inserting their name) ... which has been accidentallyremoved.After placing the substitute tag, immediately contactyour Supervisor or the person concerned for themto attach a new tag. When they have attached anew tag, you must then remove your substitute tag.If you are unable to contact the person, inform yourSupervisor immediately.Remember, prior to commencing work, all energysources must be isolated and your Personal Dangerlock and tag MUST be placed on all isolation points.Any time you remove your personnel danger lockand tag you must ensure the tag is appropriatelydestroyed and disposed of.If, at the end of the shift, the job has not beencompleted and the piece of plant or equipmentcannot be operated, an Out of Service tag must beplaced on the isolation lock. This should include astatement about why the piece of equipment is notavailable for service.21

Incident ReportingAn incident is a condition, practice or event that hasthe potential to result in, or has, resulted in:• personal injury or illness to people• environmental harm• damage to property• loss to business.What sort of events should be reported?Any substandard practices or conditions that havethe potential to cause personal injury / illness.Examples include:PracticesNot following agreed procedure, practices; operatingequipment without authority or the appropriatelicence; using defective equipment; failing to useappropriate personal protective equipment; andimproper liftingConditions:• Inadequate barriers/guarding• Inadequate warning signs• Fire and explosion risks• Hazardous environmental conditions; gases dusts,chemicals, fumes• Inadequate illumination• Inadequate ventilation.Any occurrence that has the potential to impacton the environment. Examples include:− Any spills / leaks / discharges that can causepollution e.g. fuel, chemicals, animal waste,contaminated water (i.e. not rainwater)− Excessive noise / odour− Excessive / abnormal use of water, electricity, fuelWhy report Incidents?Whenever an incident occurs, one of the mostvaluable lessons that can be learnt is how to prevent,or at the very least, reduce the probability of arecurrence. However, the opportunity to learn isseverely limited if the occurrence is not reportedin the first place. It is important, therefore, thatpersonnel understand the need and take the troubleto report all incidents.Similarly, by failing to investigate such reportsproperly, equally valuable opportunities are wasted.Without a proper investigation, the true causes ofthe occurrence could well remain hidden and anypreventative actions taken may not be truly effective.Only by the correct reporting and properinvestigation of incidents can maximum benefitbe gained from the experiences.All incidents no matter how small must bereported as follows:1. Report it to your Supervisor immediately2. Complete the appropriate report in theIncidents, Complaints & Improvements (ICI)system, which is located in Fremantle Ports’Intranet “C-Why” systemFor contractors and others without access toFremantle Ports systems, please refer to yourcontractor Supervisor or Fremantle Ports contactwho will assist you in raising the required ICI report.Workers Compensation & InjuryManagementWhat is Workers’ Compensation?Workers’ compensation insurance protectsemployers and injured workers from financialcosts when a worker sustains a work-relatedinjury or disease.When can you claim Workers Compensation?You are entitled to claim Workers’ Compensation if:1. You have a work related injury or disease; and2. You need medical treatment; or− You can not work for a certain length of timebecause of the disability.Workers’ Compensation provides you with:− Medical expenses− Vocational rehabilitation expenses− Compensation for loss of wages− Travelling expenses− Lump sum settlements in certain situations.You are not covered for injuries occurring onjourneys between home and work, or vice versa.22

Fremantle Ports - Safety and Environment Induction HandbookThe insurance company must, within 14 days ofreceiving your claim, advise you in writing if yourclaim has been accepted, rejected, or that more timeto make a decision is needed.How do you claim?If you believe you have been injured at work, informyour Manager/Supervisor as soon as possible andcomplete an Accident Report form.If medical treatment is sought, except forlife threatening situations (where ambulancetransportation or hospital admission is required) youcan arrange to visit a doctor of your choice and askfor a First Medical Certificate as soon as possible.Fremantle Ports preferred medicalpractitioners are:Gemini Medical ServicesClinics at:580 Newcastle StreetWest PerthTelephone: 9328 523311 Vostan RoadCanning ValeTelephone: 9456 532224 Pedlar CircuitRockinghamTelephone: 9550 7000102 Oakleigh DriveMandurahTelephone: 9535 0999HSA GroupLevel 3, 553 Hay StreetPerthTelephone: 9324 6444Occ-MedicUnit 5, 386 South StreetO’ConnorTelephone: 9337 7235Prime Health Group1 Rockingham RoadNaval BaseTelephone: 9437 1665The doctor will issue you with a First MedicalCertificate that will state if you are fit to return towork. You must bring the First Medical Certificateinto Human Resources and complete the Workers’Compensation Claim Form 2B no later than thefollowing day or contact the Human ResourcesOfficer (Tel: 9430 3443) to make other arrangements.If the First Medical Certificate issued by the doctorstates than you are unfit for normal duties for aperiod of time, Fremantle Ports has Return toWork Strategies in place and will endeavour toaccommodate your medical needs. We will liaise withthe doctor or specialist and yourself to assist in yourreturn to pre – accident duties as soon as practicable.What is Injury Management?Injury management is about managing workers’injuries in a manner that is directed at enablinginjured workers to return to work. You should beinvolved with decisions regarding your returnto work.It is important for you to keep in touch with yourdoctor and other treatment providers. You shouldsubmit medical certificates as soon as possibleand on a regular basis to help keep your Managerand Human Resources informed of your medicalcondition and your level of fitness for work. If yourtreating medical practitioner finds that you arepartially fit to return to work in some capacity, awritten return to work program will be developed toensure that you can safely return to work, this planwill be agreed and signed off by all relevant parties.23

Risk IdentificationTo assist in preventing personal injury or illness to people, to prevent damage to property and to prevent harmto the environment, the following risk identification checklist has been developed.ConsequencesPERSONAL INJURYBack InjuryElectric shockSprains/strainsBurnsFracturesENVIRONMENTAL HARMAir pollutionSoil pollutionWater pollutionCommunity nuisanceFINANCIAL LOSSDAMAGE TO REPUTATIONComplaintsCauses• Lifting/carrying heavy objects• Working with plant or equipment• Working with quarantine/domestic rubbish.• Working with or near electrical cables or equipment• Working from heights• Working in confined spaces• Working on/near water• Excessive noise• Digging/excavations• Slips/trips/falls• Fire/explosion• Exposure to heat/dust/gas/chemicals• Fire/explosion• Chemicals spillage/leaks• Emission of gas/dust• Excessive odour• Excessive noise• Disposal of wastes• Use of resources• Damage to equipment• Impact on other port operations• Lack of efficiency• Loss of customers• Not meeting needs of customers• Community nuisanceIf a risk has been identified you must:1. Stop work until it has been eliminated, or adequate controls put in place2. Report it to your Supervisor.24

Fremantle Ports - Safety and Environment Induction HandbookHazard Resolution Flowchart for Safety and EnvironmentalConcerns at Work(TRIM: 163243)If an Employee has reason to believe work is likely to endanger themselves or another person or result inharm to the environment or damage to property (and has not been able to rectify the hazard themselves),the following procedure should be followed.Employee:Isolates area/equipment andimmediately reports circumstances toSupervisor.Employee:Remains in safe place unless assignedto reasonable alternative work orgiven other directions. Enter detailsinto ICI as soon as practicableEmployee:Remains in safe place unless assignedto reasonable alternative work orgiven other directions.Supervisor:Investigates immediately in the presence ofthe Employee.Disagreement:Employee still has reasonable groundsto believe work still likely to endangerthemselves or another worker.Supervisor:Notifies work area Safety & HealthRepresentative if available. Ensures thatactivity not undertaken pending investigation.Supervisor:Investigates in consultation with Employeeand Safety & Health Representative ifavailableDisagreement:Employee has reasonable grounds to believework still likely to endanger themselves oranother worker.Agreement and/or ResolutionKey messages of this flowchart;1) Rectify the hazard yourself ifpossible2) If not possible, tag it out orisolate it3) Report it to your supervisor4) If in doubt, stop and askAgreement and/or ResolutionSupervisor:Notifies Port Safety Branch OR PortPlanning & Environment Branch rep. Do notundertake activity pending investigation anddecision.Employee:Remains in safe place unless assignedto reasonable alternative work orgiven other directions.Port Safety Branch OR Port Planning &Environment Branch rep:Investigates in consultation with Employee,Supervisor and Safety & Health rep(if available)Disagreement:Employee still has reasonable groundsto believe work still likely to endangerthemselves or another worker.Agreement and/or ResolutionIt is important that theappropriate Safety & HealthRepresentatives are notifiedas soon as practicable of allsafety issues raised.Port Safety Branch OR Port Planning &Environment Branch rep:Notifies DoCEP (WorkSafe/Mines) for safetyissues. Notifies Department of Environmentand Conservation for environmental issues.DoCEP (WorkSafe/Mines) or DEC:Gives advice/decision to a person reportingfor communicstion to Employee, Supervisor,Safety & Health Rep .Agreement and/or Resolution25

If any employee or contractor has reason to believethat their work may endanger themselves or others,or may result in harm to the environment or damageto property, Fremantle Ports encourages, and willsupport the employee or contractor, to cease workimmediately and report the issue to their Supervisor.The Supervisor will investigate the problem, andwill either resolve it or call for assistance from PortSafety and Environment staff. We don’t want youto continue with the job until the issue has beensatisfactorily resolved.If necessary we will find you some alternative duty toperform until this time.Remember, if you’re not sure; ASK SOMEONE whoknows before going any further.At Fremantle Ports we are serious about your safetyand well being, because we want you to go homefrom work as well as when you arrived.Energy ManagementFremantle Ports strives to operate in the mostefficient manner to minimise energy consumption.Our energy management program, including energyuse calculations and reporting, is based upon nationalstandards and criteria.Fremantle Ports’ approachFremantle Ports started by conducting a baselinegreenhouse inventory and has investigated andimplemented a wide range of initiatives to reducegreenhouse emissions. These initiatives include areassuch as electricity, lighting, office equipment, hotwater, air conditioning, materials handling, vehicles andwaste. Exciting opportunities include the sourcing ofrenewable electricity are being investigated. Site-wideperformance indicators have been established tomeasure progress.Simple ways you can help reduce energyconsumption in the Workplace:1. Turn off unnecessary lights2. Switch off your computer when leaving work3. Carpool/use public transport or walk/ride to work4. Use the Smart-Rider available at Fremantlereception to catch the train to Perth for meetings5. Car pool when possible between Fremantle andKwinana sites6. Use couriers only when necessary7. Use stairs instead of the lift8. Make the last agenda item of meetings a reminderto turn meeting room lights off9. Turn individual air conditioning units off at nightunless office is being used10.Minimise paper waste eg. duplexing & multi-paging,print only when required11.Maximise recycling eg. co-mingled bins for plastics,cans etc, scrap metal recyclingTransportTo offset the impact of vehicle emissions from ourfleet, Fremantle Ports has signed up to the Men ofthe Trees ‘Carbon Neutral’ program. Under thisprogram, our total fleet emissions are calculated andtrees are planted to absorb the equivalent amount ofgreenhouse gases.Dolphin RegisterEmployees are encouraged to record sightings ofany dolphins within port waters. Employees can logsightings on a dedicated Dolphin Register in C-Why(or contractors can give details to their contractco-ordinator to add to the register). You can alsoadd dolphin photos and access dolphin resourceson this web page. Dolphins are potential indicatorsof the health of rivers and oceans and monitoringthe movement of dolphins allows information to begathered on how they use our port waters.Data from the Dolphin Register is provided to theSwan River Trust and dolphin researchers.Statutory Certificatesand LicencesPersons engaged in the following activities need toensure that they have a current certificate or licence(incl. high risk work licence as applicable) issued bythe relevant authority. Persons should also be awareof any relevant standards if engaged in any of thefollowing activities:• Operators of Elevating Work Platforme.g. cherry pickers, suspended stages etc• Crane operators• Doggers and Riggers• Operators of Lifting Equipment e.g. hoists etc• Erectors of Scaffolding• Activities involving Asbestos• Operators of Vehicles e.g. forklift trucks, front-endloaders etc• Activities involving Pressure Vessels, Pressurisedlines and the like• Activities involving Electricity, Gas andWater supply26

Fremantle Ports - Safety and Environment Induction HandbookThis list is not exhaustive and is provided for guidancepurposes only.If you are unsure about your training, or believethat you may not have the correct certification/ licence or authorisation to conduct an activity,check with your Manager/Supervisor.Personal ProtectiveEquipment (PPE)Whilst Fremantle Ports is committed to identifyingand reducing hazards, sometimes it is not practicableto avoid the presence of hazards at the workplace.In these cases appropriate personal protectiveequipment (PPE) will be provided to protectemployees against these hazards.You must use your PPE in the way in which you havebeen instructed. Any damage or malfunction must bereported to your Supervisor as soon as possible.In the Inner Harbour operational areas, high visibilityclothing and safety footwear are the minimum PPErequirements. A safety helmet is required if you areworking in the vicinity of any overhead work. Wearinga long sleeve shirt and long trousers if workingoutside is also recommended.At the Kwinana Bulk Terminal and Kwinana Bulk Jetty,high visibility clothing, safety footwear, safety helmets,safety glasses, a long sleeve shirt and long trousers oroveralls are the minimum PPE requirements whenon site.Personal protective equipment that must be worn invarious areas of the Port.Managers or Supervisors will instruct you how to useyour PPE safely and correctly.PPE RequiredPort AreaVictoria Quay CommonUser AreasNorth Quay CommonUser Areas & TerminalsKwinana Bulk Jetty &Kwinana Bulk TerminalHigh Visibility Clothing(AS/NZS 4602)Safety Footwear(AS/NZS 2210)Safety Glasses with sideshields(AS/NZS 1337 & 1338)Safety Hard Hat(AS 1801)Yes Yes YesYes Yes YesNo(Unless job requires it)No(Unless job requires it)Safety Hard Hats are required to be worn if aperson may be struck on the head by a fallingobject or where a person’s head may strikeagainst a fixed object; these include in the vicinityof working cranes, under the wharf, designatedconstruction sites in the port limits.YesYes81762_GridPg25.indd 11/4/08 9:50:2 AM27

Depending on the tasks, there may be a requirementfor additional PPE, such as:• Hearing protection must be worn in all areas ofexcessive noise, in designated (sign-posted) areas,and when using power tools• Dust masks or respirators – are to be wornwhen exposed to dust, fumes, vapours, smoke, mistor gas – in dusty areas like transfer towers.The type of mask must be appropriate to thedusts or chemicals present on site• Safety gloves – when handling sharp or hotobjects, or handling chemicals. The type of glovemust be appropriate to the work undertaken• Safety goggles or a full face shield – when there isa risk of facial injury and worn when in the vicinityof sulfur dust i.e. during sulfur unloading operationsat the Kwinana Bulk Jetty• Safety harness – when working at heights. Fallarrest equipment must be worn when there isa risk of falling from a height (generally, but notalways limited to, any work over 2 metres)• Self inflating life jackets – when working under thewharf or over/near water or on the deck of smallcraft when at sea• Appropriate personal protective equipment to beworn when handling chemicals (refer to MaterialSafety Data Sheet)• Sunscreen – when working outdoors. Sunscreenis available in all Fremantle Ports workshops andfrom the Stores. It is recommended (mandatoryin the Outer Harbour) that all persons wear longtrousers and a long sleeved shirt with a collar.Sunblock (Sun Protection Factor 50+), zinc creamand lip balm is recommended for skin exposed tothe sun. Ensure that sunscreen is applied liberallyto affected areas and about 20 minutes prior tobeing exposed to the sun.Note:Employees and visitors will be provided withall necessary personal protective equipment.Contractors, tenants, consultants and all other portusers must ensure that their employer provides thenecessary personal protective equipment.It is a legal requirement that a person to whompersonal protective equipment is provided must:• Use the PPE they way they have been instructedto use it• Not misuse or damage the equipment• Notify their Manager/Supervisor as soon aspossible after becoming aware of any damage to,malfunction of, or need to clean or sterilise theequipment.The examples of mandatory safety signs shown onthe following page are used to indicate what personalprotective equipment/clothing must be worn in aparticular area.28

Fremantle Ports - Safety and Environment Induction HandbookSymbolic Safety SignsPROHIBITORY (do not)RedA regulatory sign prohibiting an action, which mayendanger life or cause injury.All prohibition signs are identified by a red ring with adiagonal red line.MANDATORY (must use)BlueA regulatory sign ordering the use of specific personalprotective equipment.All mandatory signs are identified by a blue circle (disc).CAUTION (be careful)Black / yellowRisk of danger. A sign, which warns of risks present in theenvironment and that particular care, must be taken.Please learn these warning signs and wear the rightpersonal protective equipment.Please learn these warning signs and wear the right personal protective equipment29

Security and Site AccessSecurity is everyone’s responsibility. Everyone inthe port, employees and visitors, should look outfor suspicious persons or behaviour and report alloccurrences to the Port Security Centre. Federal lawrequires that all suspicious activities are reported. Weneed your help to protect the port against unlawfulintrusion or interference.Fremantle Ports maintains a comprehensive networkof cameras and detection equipment, as well asoperating a 24-hour Security Centre which monitorsall activities in the port.The Port Security Centre phone number is9335 3416.Maritime Security Identification Card (MSIC)You must be in possession of a valid MSIC beforeyou can be considered for access to Berths 1&2 and11&12 on North Quay, Berths C to J on VictoriaQuay (excluding the Passenger Terminal), the SmallCraft Pens, the Kwinana Bulk Terminal (jetties only)and the Kwinana Bulk Jetty.The MSIC is an identification card only and identifiesthat the holder has been cleared by ASIO/AFP.The MSIC must be worn above the waist at all timesand be clearly identifiable from the front whilst withinthe Port area, and must be produced on request.Always ensure your MSIC is kept in a safe place. It is aFederal offence to allow another person to use yourcard. If your card is lost or stolen, immediately reportthis to the MSIC Service Centre.AccessIf you have purchased your MSIC from FremantlePorts, it can also be used as an access card.If you have not purchased your MSIC from FremantlePorts, you will be issued with a separate Access Card.On arrival at an electronic gate, you must presentyour combined MSIC/Access card. If you have aseparate access card, please swipe this card at thereader and then present your MSIC to the camera forverification.Observe the Progress Display Sign for accessinformation. If there is more than one person in thevehicle, or if the vehicle is performing an escort, thedriver must not swipe the MSIC, but call and advisethe security operator by pressing the RED button onthe intercom.On arrival at a staffed gate, you must present yourMSIC and Access Card to the Fremantle PortsSecurity Officer, and follow their instructions.It is an offence to tailgate behind another vehiclewhen entering or exiting the port facilities. Offenderswill be denied future access.If you have been approved to enter the Kwinana BulkTerminal Facility as a Visitor, you will need to providephotographic proof of identity prior to receivinga visitor’s pass. This card must be returned to thesecurity gatehouse officer on departure.An issued visitor pass does not entitle a visitor toaccess the Maritime Security Zone. Visitors mustapply separately if they wish to be escorted into aMaritime Security Zone.As the Kwinana Bulk Terminal is a mine site, it isimportant to know who is on site at all times in caseof emergency.If your vehicle has an amber flashing light fitted,ensure it is operating whilst in an operational areaof the port. If you do not have an amber flashinglight, use your vehicle’s hazard lights to increase yourvisibility whilst on our sites. Temporarily switch yourhazard lights off to use left or right indicators (turningcorners) and switch your hazard lights back on oncethe corner has been turned.The maximum speed limit within all areas of the Portof Fremantle is 30km/hr. This should be reduced to15km/h in the vicinity of all entry and exit gates.When driving within the port area always considerthe conditions. The wharf can become very congested.Always park in the designated car park areas. Reverseparking is mandatory at the Kwinana Bulk Terminalworkshop car park.Always be aware of the port area you are entering.For instance, at Kwinana Bulk Terminal there are bulkmaterial sheds where front-end loaders are used.The operators of these machines work in dustyenvironments and may not easily see pedestriansand light vehicles inside these sheds or near theirdoorways. Please take extreme care around theseareas.When walking on-site always stay on the designatedwalkways, which are indicated by yellow markings onthe ground.Seatbelts are mandatory on all Fremantle Ports sites.If you require access to DP World and PatrickTerminals you must enter via their front gates andfulfil the correct entry requirements to these areas.30

Fremantle Ports - Safety and Environment Induction HandbookMedia, contractors and union officials must obtainapproval for access to any restricted area fromFremantle Ports and / or shipping terminal operators.BarricadesAll barricading at the Port is to be controlled via thePCS procedure PR1317- Barricading Standard -Whole of Port.The following information is from the BarricadingStandard - Whole of Port. When in doubt always referback to this Standard in PCS.Barricade SelectionThe severity and nature of the hazards identified inan area shall determine whether Hazard Danger orHazard Caution barricading is used. Examples ofareas requiring barricading include:• Stockpile areas• Restricted access areas• Hot work where there is a potential hazardcreated by that hot work• Crane work near roads or thoroughfares• Demarcation for temporary storage of plant orequipment• Demarcation for slips, trips and spill hazards• Working at heights• Excavations• High pressure cleaningHazard Danger shall be used for the barricading ofany floorings or handrails that have been temporarilyremoved, or any excavations which present a fallhazard. Barricading shall be placed (where possible)at least two metres from the hazard. Where this isnot possible, fall prevention guardrails (e.g. scaffoldingtube) must be put in place in addition to thebarricading.Barricade Use and Signage1. Where the hazard(s) may not be obvious to thoseentering a Hazard Caution barricaded area, signs/information tags shall be used to clearly indicatethe hazard or reason for the barricade and,where possible, be placed at all approaches to thebarricaded area.2. Barricading shall not be used for any purpose otherthan to prevent unauthorised or unintended accessto hazardous areas.3. Appropriate measures shall be taken to ensurethat barricading is visible under normal (day andnight) operating conditions. This may require theuse of flashing lights at night.4. Barricading and barricading signage shall be kept ingood order and, when not in use, stored in a clean,secure designated storage area.5. Barricades and barricade equipment shall complywith the relevant Australian Standards.6. Barricades are to be completely removedimmediately the hazard no longer exists, and whereappropriate communicated to site personnel.Specific managerial or Port ServicesAuthorisation (see PR1317) is required whereemergency access is required or where aroadway or emergency access is obstructed.Environmental LicencesOur bulk handling facilities (Kwinana Bulk Terminal andKwinana Bulk Jetty) have specific Environmental SiteLicences issued under the Environmental ProtectionAct 1986These Environmental Licences have set conditionswhich Fremantle Ports is obliged to meet whenhandling bulk materials.Conditions are set to help reduce any potentialimpact from operations on the environment (e.g.from dust or spillage into Cockburn Sound)All Fremantle Ports employees, stevedores andcontractors are responsible for ensuring licenceconditions within their work area are metCopies of the Environmental Licences are available ateach site, on TRIM (Records Management System),on C-Why, or from the Port Planning andEnvironment Branch.31

Potentially Hazardous ActivitiesBefore commencing any potentially hazardous activityyou must ensure that:1. A job analysis (and possibly a procedure) hasbeen completed2. All applicable statutory certificates and licencesfor persons, vehicles and equipment have beenobtained and are up-to-date3. All persons involved in the activity areappropriately trained4. All necessary work permits have been issued bythe Fremantle Ports5. All personal protective equipment is provided andis in sound condition6. The activity is conducted in accordance with allstatutory requirements, sound industry practice,equipment / vehicle manufacturers’ instructions etc.The list of hazardous activities below is notexhaustive and is supplied for guidancepurposes only. The associated precautions,although mandatory, are not meant to be asubstitute for documented procedures.Using Portable Power ToolsAlways disconnect the source of power beforechanging accessories.Do not hang cords or hoses over sharp edges. Keepthem away from oil, hot surfaces, chemicals and water.Do not leave the tools in positions where there is achance they may fall.Operate equipment only as designed and usingmanufacturers’ instructions.All portable tools and their associated equipmentmust be protected through a core balanced earthleakage protection (RCD) device.Multiple adapters shall not be used unlessoverload protected.When using an Explosive Power Tool or Nail Gunensure that:• You hold all necessary certificates / permits /licences• Notices and observers are posted to alert otherpersons of potential dangers; and• The tool is only to be loaded at the place it isgoing to be fired and immediately prior to its use.Using Tools & EquipmentPersons must only use tools that are in goodcondition and only for the purpose for which theyare designed.Use tools correctly.Keep tools in a safe place. Do not carry sharp toolsin pockets or leave them in toolboxes with the sharpside exposed.Tools which develop defects whilst in use mustbe removed from service and not used again untilrepaired.Hammers, shovels and similar tools must not be usedif the handles are loose, cracked or splintered.Using MachineryDo not start any machine unless safety guards are inplace and are working properly.Start machinery only if authorised and by followingapproved safety procedures.Never reach or lean over work in such a way thatyour hair or clothing may become caught in movingmachinery.Always stop machinery and attach danger tagsbefore making repairs or removing obstructions. Useappropriate lockout systems.If operator has long hair then a hair net must beworn or the hair tied back.32

Fremantle Ports - Safety and Environment Induction HandbookUsing Welding EquipmentEnsure hot work permit is obtained beforecommencing (except in Fremantle Ports workshops).Do not use welding equipment unless you arequalified and competent in its use.Do not use damaged equipment - repair equipmentat the first sign of damage or excessive wear.Use protective safety equipment such as goggles,shields, lenses, welding gloves etc.Minimum clothing is shirt (with long sleeves andcollar) and long trousers, and leathers as required.Ensure that the equipment, flexible cords andplugs are well maintained.Ensure maintenance checks by an electricianas required by Australian Standards have beencompleted.Earth leads are to be taken to the job and not tobe connected to metal adjacent to the welder.Adequate ventilation is to be provided in areaswhere fumes are likely to accumulate.Using Gas CylindersInspect heat tags.All cylinders must be secured and used in anupright position.Do not allow oil or grease to come in contactwith oxygen cylinders or fittings.When not in use turn cylinders off to ensure thatthere are no leaks.When transporting gas cylinders which are not fixedto a trolley, remove the regulators.Using Compressed AirDo not use compressed air for blowing dustoff clothing.Do not direct compressed air towards any partof the body or any other person.When using compressed air – or in general,high-pressure hoses – always ensure that hosesare in good condition.Always wear appropriate PPE including safetyeyewear when using compressed air.Please also note the existence of, and need to complywith, PR1107 - Guidance for Using Compressed Air &Associated Tools & EquipmentUsing ChemicalsAll chemical products can be used safely providing thenecessary precautions and procedures are followed:• Information concerning hazardous chemicalproducts can be found in the relevant MaterialSafety Data Sheet (MSDS). Your Supervisorshall provide this MSDS to you before you use aparticular chemical.It gives information such as physical properties,flammability, toxicity, special precautions, storageand transport information etc.• Fremantle Ports maintains a Hazardous MaterialsData System (Chem Alert).• No matter how safe a chemical product mayappear, you should always protect the route ofentry of a chemical into your body by:- Absorption - Avoid contact with the skin,wear appropriate clothing- Inhalation - Avoid vapours, ensure adequateventilation and if necessary wear a respirator etc- Ingestion - do not siphon liquids by mouth, washyour hands before eating, drinking or smoking- Not splashing chemicals- Using a barrier cream to protect you skin if youwork with chemicals regularly- Knowing the emergency procedures for dealingwith a spill or an accidental poisoning- Injection - certain activities such as work onhydraulic systems can create chemical injectionrisks. Take precautions for this through proceduresand risk assessments like Job Analysis.Using Electrical EquipmentAll portable tools and their associated equipmentmust be operated through a core balanced earthleakage protection (RCD) device or through anisolating transformer.Electrical items brought from home e.g. heaters,fans etc must be approved by the Electrical ServicesBranch prior to operating at Fremantle Ports.Turn off unused electrical items such asheaters, urns etc.Do not overload power points.All installation, repair and maintenance work involvingelectrical equipment and wiring is to be conductedONLY by persons who are appropriately licensed bythe Office of Energy.Do not use compressed air for cleaning brake drums.33

Report all electrical hazards such as damaged leadsor equipment to your Supervisor or contact theElectrical Services Branch in Fremantle, or the OuterHarbour Maintenance Supervisor.All portable electrical equipment must be checkedevery three months and have attached a currentInspection Tag. Fixed electrical equipment mustgenerally be checked every 12 months.Never work near exposed electrical conductorswithout first having them isolated and declaredsafe by Electrical Services Branch or OuterHarbour Electrician.Using LaddersOnly use ladders that are in good condition andplace them in a proper position, on a firm and levelsurface with the base one fourth of its length fromthe wall…. 1 metre out for every 4 metres up.Ladders must be tied off at the top and should beheld (“footed”) by a second person while securing.Always use both hands and face the ladder whengoing up and down (do not carry loads up anddown the ladder).Always try to have three points of contact onthe ladder when going up and down.Ensure that no tools are placed on ladder steps.Erecting and Using ScaffoldingOnly a person who is a Licensed Scaffolder (holderof an appropriate Licence / High Risk Work Licence(for new scaffolders) as it is phased in) shall erectscaffolding.All scaffolds must have a “Scafftag” attached by theLicensed Scaffolder at or near the point of access.The “Scafftag” indicates whether the scaffold iscomplete and safe, plus the safe working load, or isnot available for use.Hand rails and toe boards must be provided andmounted at the edge of every scaffold whichexceeds two (2) metres in height.Access ladders must be provided for each scaffoldand protrude at least one (1) metre beyond theworking platforms. All ladders must be securedto the scaffold.No objects shall be dropped from or thrown upto scaffolding.Using Mobile CranesAll cranes must comply with statutory requirements.All operators of mobile cranes, doggers and riggersmust hold the appropriate Licence or High Risk Worklicence (as it is phased in).No part of any crane shall operate within three (3)metres of any power line, for voltages up to 33 KVand within six (6) metres for voltages above 33 KV.(For more information see the section WorkingNear Overhead Power Lines.)Tag lines must be used when walking loads and adogger is to accompany the load being walked.Cranes carrying loads shall not travel faster thanwalking speed.Ensure that no persons walk underneath a suspendedload and avoid lifting over all operating plant.Never lift over people.Refer also to section on “Using Vehicles andMobile Plant”.Using Vehicles and Mobile PlantAll vehicles and mobile plant within the operations ofFremantle Ports must be:- Registered- Insured- In good working order- In safe condition and- Display a Fremantle Ports’ vehicle sticker / passat all times.All drivers of vehicles and mobile plant must possessrelevant and valid certificates or licences.A maximum speed of 30 km per hour must beadhered to in all operational areas of the port;sometimes the speed limit is less than 30kmh - obeyall speed signs.All WA road traffic rules apply within the Port ofFremantle.Drivers, and passengers being carried in vehicles, shalluse the seating and seat belts where provided.Generally, all vehicles entering operational areas mustdisplay an amber flashing light.Vehicles and mobile plant must not obstruct firehydrants, access clear ways or electrical substations.34

Fremantle Ports - Safety and Environment Induction HandbookKBTFor driving and operating mobile plant at KBTplease refer to PR1603 - Kwinana Bulk TerminalTraffic Management.Using Forklift TrucksOnly persons with a valid High Risk Work Licence(Forklift Certificate of Competency) and with areasupervisor’s permission may operate a forklift truck.Forklift trucks travelling on public roads must beescorted by a Fremantle Ports’ vehicle fitted withan amber flashing light.Forklift operators must face in the direction of travel,even on short backups. It could be that a pedestrianor another truck has come up behind you.On ramps, carry loads on upgrade side. Loads willrest more securely, won’t spill or “nose over” if youmake a quick stop. Also gives a better traction onlarge wheels for braking.Always carry empty forks between 5cm and 15cmfrom the ground.Refer also to section on “Using Vehicles andMobile Plant”.Working on WaterThe following must be observed when working onthe water within the Port limits:• Check weather conditions before starting workeach day. No work is to be undertaken in unsafeweather conditions• All vessels navigating within the port limits or atan anchorage within the port must maintain acontinuous listening watch on VHF Channel 12• When shipping movements occur shippingchannels must be clear. All activities above andbelow water must cease and all floating craft,under water anchors, markers, divers must be clearbefore the vessel arrives• If any work is undertaken on Fremantle Ports’property (buoys, beacons, etc.) the appropriatepersonal protective equipment must be worn(eg. self inflating life jackets) together withcommunications with the vessel• All persons should have completed training in theelements of shipboard safety before workingon water• Vessel masters are responsible to induct allpersons prior to working on water• At all times shipping has priority• Fremantle Ports employs its own emergencyservice personnel. Any call emergency servicesshould be made via the Signal Station by VHF radioor the Port Security Centre on 9335 1300.Under (and Berth Face) Wharf MaintenanceWhen carrying out Under (and Berth Face whereapplicable) Wharf Maintenance:• Each day the Manager/Supervisor is to informFremantle Ports Signal Station on Ext 400• Working alone is not permitted• All electrical power must be isolated under wharf• The Manager/Supervisor must be told when workcommences• The Manager/Supervisor should monitortidal levels• Personal protective equipment is to be worn e.g.safety hard hat / bump hats, self-inflating lifejacketsetc wherever there is a risk of a hit to the head orfall into the water• Life buoys must be kept in an accessible positionabove and below the wharf / jetty• First aid box to be kept within five metres• Emergency procedures must be explained, and bein place, prior to work commencing• Procedures must be adhered to• There must be adequate lighting to undertake thework under wharf• There must be sufficient scaffolding or plankingprovided prior to work commencing.Using Elevated Work PlatformsOperators must be trained and deemed competentto operate elevated work platforms.When the elevated work platforms can reach above11 metres, operators must have a Certificate ofCompetency issued by the State authority.No part of any elevated work platform shall operatewithin three (3) metres of any power line, forvoltages up to 132 KV and within six (6) metres forvoltages above 132 KV.Do all safety pre-use checks before operating theelevated work platform.Check that the elevated work platform is stable andthe ground it is sitting on is firm.Always wear a safety harness with lanyard and energyabsorber, and attach the safety line to the basketanchor point before raising the basket.Always work from within the confines of the basket.Keep your tools and equipment within the basket.Do not exceed the Safe Working Load (SWL)of the machine.35

Working Near Overhead Power LinesRefer to the following Regulation from the OS&HRegulations, 1996:3.64. Restrictions on working in vicinity ofoverhead power lines(1) In this regulation -danger zone means anywhere that -(a) is within 0.5 metres of a liveinsulated overhead power line oraerial bundled conductor line of avoltage of not more than 1 000 volts;(b) is within 1.0 metre of a liveuninsulated overhead power line of avoltage of not more than 1000 volts;(c) is within 3.0 metres of a liveoverhead power line, whetherinsulated or not, of a voltageexceeding 1000 voltsbut not more than 33 000 volts; or(d) is within 6.0 metres of a liveoverhead power line, whetherinsulated or not, of a voltageexceeding 33 000 volts;overhead power line means an overheadline for the transmission of electricalenergy.(2) Subject to subregulation (3), withoutlimiting clause 2.5.5 of AS/NZS 3012,a person who, at a workplace, is anemployer, the main contractor, a selfemployed person or a person havingcontrol of the workplace must ensurethat an employee or any plant or materialused or controlled by an employee doesnot enter the danger zone of an overheadpower line.Penalty: the regulation 1.16 penalty.(3) A person does not commit an offenceunder subregulation (2) if, proof of whichis on the person -(a) the overhead power linehas been adequately insulated andeffectively cordoned off to protectthe safety of persons or otherwisemade safe, as the case requires; or(b) the employee is authorised tocarry out electrical work under theElectricity Act 1945.Waste DisposalUnauthorised discharge of solid or liquid wastes intoPort Waters is prohibited.All Fremantle Ports employees, tenants andcontractors are obliged to dispose of waste materialsresponsibly and in accordance with all regulations.Quarantine Waste from ships is collected separatelyfrom other wastes in yellow, clearly marked Sulo bins.Wherever possible, reduce waste and recycleor re-use.Waste from livestock loading activities is collectedand sent offsite for recycling.Dedicated waste paper recycling bins are providedin all office areas.Systems are in place recycle waste oil, scrap metal,car batteries and other items.Redundant equipment is lodged with Supply and sentto auction.36

Fremantle Ports - Safety and Environment Induction HandbookScreen-based EquipmentIt is policy of Fremantle Ports to ensure that all employees required to use screen-based equipment areinstructed and educated to use this equipment in a safe and healthy manner.37

Manual HandlingManual handling of materials is the largest singlecause of industrial accidents.General rules with liftingLift the correct way by standing close to the loadwith your feet solidly placed and slightly apart.With knees bent, grasp the object firmly then liftby straightening the legs, keeping the back as nearto vertical as possible. If the load is too heavy thenget assistance or use mechanical or hydraulic liftingequipment.Correct Lifting Technique1. Place feet close to the load – keep them shoulderwidth for balance2. Take a firm hold with palms to use allforearm muscles3. Breathe in and straighten the back4. Lift using your leg muscles5. If you are unable to breathe out during the lift,the load is too heavy – put it down6. Use your body weight and mechanical advantageto reduce muscle strain and fatigue7. When carrying the load move your feet anddo not twist your spine8. Lift in stages if required e.g. from floor to benchto vehicle etc9. Use others to assist in the lift (i.e. team lifting)In addition to the above points, always wear hardpads or gloves when handling sharp edged or roughmaterials and exercise caution when carrying longmaterials, which can obscure your vision.38

Fremantle Ports - Safety and Environment Induction HandbookShipping TerminalsThe information detailed below is applicable to theterminal areas of DP World Limited at Berths 4, 5and 6; Patrick – The Australian Stevedore at Berths7, 8, 9 & 10, and Toll Western Stevedores all of whichare located at North Quay.Security• All persons issued with identification passes (MSIC)must carry them at all times. Failure to do somay mean refusal to enter a terminal area, andconstitutes an offence• Only authorised persons are permitted to enter aterminal area and on seeking access to a terminalshall be able to demonstrate:- Nature of official business;- Personal identification e.g. Driver’s Licence etc;- Possession of appropriate person protectiveequipment.• Media, contractors and union officials must obtainapproval for access to any terminal area fromFremantle Ports and / or terminal operator.Personal Protective Equipment• All persons must wear the following personalprotective equipment / clothing when not inside abuilding or vehicle unless the terminal operationsmanager has indicated otherwise:−−−Safety footwear;High visibility clothing; andSafety hard hatProcedures for working in a terminal• Before working in a terminal, permission must beobtained from the shift Supervisor or person incharge, who may issue a work permit• All work undertaken must be in accordancewith statutory requirements as well as relevantFremantle Ports’ and terminal safety andenvironment policies and proceduresVehicle accessThe following requirements are applicable to allpersons who are required to drive a vehicle withina terminal.• A safe speed for the circumstances and conditionsshall be maintained at all times. The designatedspeed limit posted within a Terminal shall bemaintained at all times• All vehicles (except for trucks delivering / collectingcontainers and other bulk cargo) that travel withina terminal must be fitted with a revolving amberlight. This light must be operating both whilst thevehicle is moving or stationary within the terminal,other than when at a designated parking area• Vehicles must give way to all container handlingmachinery such forklifts, ITVs (Internal TransferVehicles), RTGs (Rubber Tyred Gantries) etc39

REFERENCES & OTHER IMPORTANT INFORMATION:General Information for Ships Masters - TRIM: 226248More detailed information specific to shipping requirements can be found in this publication.This document can be downloaded from www.fremantleports.com.auFremantle Ports’ Safety System on One Page - TRIM: 290633This document contains a broad structure of all Fremantle Ports’ Safety Systems complete withhyperlinks to Fremantle Ports’ Records Management System, TRIM.Fremantle Ports’ Incident Management Plan - Version 1 - July 2008 - TRIM: 242475This document comprises every emergency response and management document applicable toFremantle Ports’ operations.40

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