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Risk Assessment

anonymous@undisclosed.example.com (Anonymous) — Fri, 16 Sep 2022 16:52:57 +0000

Risk Assessment

2.1 Risk Matrix

Criteria used to estimated levels of risk and consider the balance between potential benefits and adverse outcomes.

fl_risk_matix.docx

2.2 Workspace

Innovation Lab

edge_ra-innovation_lab_controlled.docx

For the assessment of hazards and risks in workspaces which are independent of specific plant, equipment, tools, or chemicals.

2.3 Plant & Equipment

Required for all equipment, for the early detection of hazards, the assessment of risks and the implementation of control mechanisms.

Equipment	Policy
3D Printer	edge_ra-3d_printer_controlled.docx
Air Compressor	edge_ra-air_compressor_controlled.docx
Angle Grinder	edge_ra-angle_grinder_controlled.docx
Circular Saw	edge_ra-circular-saw_controlled.docx
CNC Mini Mill	edge_ra-cnc_mini_mill_controlled.docx
CNC Router	edge_ra-cnc_router_controlled.docx
Disc Belt Sander	edge_ra-disc-belt_sander_controlled.docx
Drill Cordless	edge_ra-drill_cordless_controlled.docx
Drill Impact Corded	edge_ra-drill_impact_corded_controlled.docx
Drill Press	edge_ra-drill_press_controlled.docx
Grinder Linisher	edge_ra-grinder_linisher_controlled.docx
Hand Tools	edge_ra-hand_tools_controlled.docx
Heat Gun	edge_ra-heat_gun_controlled.docx
Hot Glue Gun	edge_ra-hot_glue_gun_controlled.docx
Hot Wire Cutter	edge_ra-hot_wire_cutter_controlled.docx
Isopropyl Alcohol	edge_ra-isopropyl_alcohol_controlled.docx
Jigsaw	edge_ra-jigsaw_controlled.docx
Laser Cutter	edge_ra-laser_cutter_controlled.docx
Metal Cut-off Saw	edge_ra-metal_cut_off_saw_controlled.docx
MIG Welder	edge_ra-mig_welder_controlled.docx
Mitre Saw	edge_ra-mitre_saw_controlled.docx
Nail Gun	edge_ra-nailing_gun_controlled.docx
Plastic Shredder	edge_ra-plastic_shredder_controlled.docx
Pressure Chamber	edge_ra-pressure_chamber_controlled.docx
Reciprocating Saw	edge_ra-reciprocating_saw_controlled.docx
Router Plunge	edge_ra-router_plunge_controlled.docx
Router Table	edge_ra-router_table_controlled.docx
Router Trimmer	edge_ra-router_trimmer_controlled.docx
Sander Belt	edge_ra-sander_belt_controlled.docx
Sander Orbital	edge_ra-sander_orbital_controlled.docx
Sander Cordless	edge_ra-sanders_coldless_controlled.docx
Sewing Machine	edge_ra-sewing_machine_overlocker_controlled.docx
Soldering Iron	edge_ra-soldering_irons_controlled.docx
Spray Booth	edge_ra-spray_booth_controlled.docx
Strip Heater	edge_ra-strip_heater_controlled.docx
Vacuum Chamber	edge_ra-vacuum_chamber_controlled.docx
Vacuum Former	edge_ra-vacuum_former_controlled.docx
X-carve Router	edge_ra-x_carve_router_controlled.docx

2.4 Events

State Library policy used for all events.

slq-event-safety-risk-assessment.doc

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anonymous@undisclosed.example.com (Anonymous) — Fri, 20 Nov 2020 13:02:22 +0000

Health and Safety

Health & Safety

anonymous@undisclosed.example.com (Anonymous) — Mon, 05 Feb 2024 16:04:54 +0000

Health & Safety

Summary

Through The Edge, The State Library of Queensland is committed to providing a welcoming, safe, healthy and sustainable environment for Queenslanders to engage, experiment and learn in the areas of art, science, technology and enterprise.

As part of the State Library of Queensland, The Edge is subject all the organisation’s broader occupational health and safety policies, procedures and governance instruments, and Work Health and Safety Commitment Statement

The Edge’s has a particular focus on engaging participants in hands-on experiential learning at the cutting edge of art, science, technology and ensuring its resources and programs are accessible to Queenslanders from a range of backgrounds.

These particular objectives demand a framework of risk management tools beyond the general scope of State Library of Queenslands Occupation Health and Safety policies and procedures. The following documents the policies and procedures that The Edge will undertake in addition to its compliance with State Library's Health and Safety Policies and Procedures and other pertinent governance frameworks.

In addition to State Library's disclaimer, the material presented in the SLQ Wiki is for general information purposes only, and neither purports, nor is intended, to be legal or other advice on any particular matter. The material is provided solely on the basis that users will take responsibility for verifying the accuracy, currency and completeness of all relevant representations, statements and information. No user should act on the basis of any matter contained in this publication without considering and, if necessary, taking appropriate professional advice upon his or her own particular circumstances.

Although the information herein has been derived from sources believed to be reliable, State Library makes no representations, express or implied, as to the accuracy, currency or completeness of the information. State Library does not accept liability to any person for the information provided on this site or for any injury, loss or damage incurred by the use of or reliance on the information.

Legal Underpinnings

Understanding the legal underpinnings of this framework will assist State Library staff in effectively applying the procedures and explaining policies to the public and contractors its contractors.

The Board of the State Library of Queensland and management have legal responsibilities to ensure the health and safety of all staff, contractors and members of the public on site and or engaged in and Edge activity elsewhere. Any process, tool and or materials identified as posing a risk to the Occupational Health and Safety of staff and members of the public, is to be used at the discretion and authorization of State Library management.

State Library's managers cannot be everywhere at once however. Consequently management has established a framework of policies and procedures governing the use of identified processes, tools and materials and delegates authority to competent individuals to use, and or supervise use of these. Different levels of authorization are delegated to staff, contactors and members of the public to provide supervision or use processes, tools or materials. The different levels of delegated authority are granted to staff, contractors and members of the public after demonstration of competence in a induction process or via recognition of a formal qualification.