Fluid Handling and Disposal Risk Assessment

Product Overview

This risk assessment covers the handling, transfer, storage and disposal of fluids. It supports planning and risk management for releases, exposure, manual handling and disposal activities.

Activities & Risks Covered

This assessment addresses activities and risks including:

• Identify fluids and plan suitable handling and disposal methods
• Set up work areas and maintain housekeeping around fluid work
• Inspect hoses, pumps, fittings, valves and containers
• Handle fluid containers, drums, pails and hoses safely
• Transfer, decant and dispense fluids
• Store fluids and segregate incompatible substances
• Respond to spills and loss of containment
• Classify, seal, label and move fluid waste within the site
• Undertake emergency response and decontamination
• Review incidents and follow-up actions

Who is this for?

Suitable for contractors, workers, supervisors and businesses carrying out fluid handling or disposal activities.

Activities & Hazards Covered

Legislation & References

The template records model guidance used to inform the documented controls. Applicable WHS/OHS laws and adopted Codes vary by state or territory, so confirm the current local requirements when tailoring the assessment:

• Model guidance: Model Code of Practice: Hazardous manual tasks — 4.1 The hierarchy of control measures; p. 31.
• Model guidance: Model Code of Practice: Managing risks of hazardous chemicals in the workplace — 2.2 Safety Data Sheets (SDS); p. 16.
• Model guidance: Model Code of Practice: First aid in the workplace — 3. First aid equipment, facilities and training; p. 12.
• Model guidance: Model Code of Practice: Managing the work environment and facilities — 2. The work environment; p. 13.
• Model guidance: Model Code of Practice: Managing risks of plant in the workplace — Assessing plant risks — work practices and procedures; p. 20.
• Model guidance: Model Code of Practice: How to manage work health and safety risks — 2. Step 1 — How to identify hazards; p. 12.

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Standard Risk Assessment Features (Click to Expand)

• Activity-specific hazard identification and control measures
• Initial and residual risk ratings
• Assigned responsible persons for each activity
• Risk matrix and assessment classification
• Review, monitoring and sign-off fields
• Site-specific customisation before use