Aviation Health and Safety

Hazard Register

SAMPLE

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DISCLAIMER This sample register is intended to be used as a guide only to assist aviation operators to set up their own hazard register. Using extracts of this sample does not necessarily mean that the Health and Safety in Employment Act 1992 has been complied with: it must not be relied upon to fulfil HSE legal obligations.

November 2008: Version 1.0

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(Page1). Office / Administration Area
Hazard Control Review Hazards Identified Potential Harm Significant Hazard Yes No X E I M Hazard Controls TRAINING REQUIRED Date Checked Date Checked Date Checked

Visual Display Units (computers)

Discomfort pain and Injury (DPI) - formerly known as OOS. -Stress -Fatigue

Ensure (Approved Code of Practice for Safe Use of VDUs) is being complied with. Individual workstation assessments completed at commencement of employment and after reports of discomfort, pain and or injury Training and Information about gradual process injuries and their prevention Rotate tasks, alternate administration and computer workloads to vary tasks Monitor workload, support employees to manage their workload to minimise stress and fatigue Pain & discomfort surveys on employment, then six monthly and when pain and discomfort arises Fatigue risk management systems are in place Follow up of employees by health professionals as necessary for persistent workstation issues, after obtaining employees informed consent. Secure filing cabinets/shelves to walls No stacking of heavy items on top of book shelves and filing cabinets Ensure safe means of access and egress. Procedure in place to guide employees Employees trained not to put themselves or others in an unsafe or dangerous situation Emergency alarm is activated and monitored Identify high risk activities. Use trolleys or manual handling aids Reduce /split loads into manageable weight and/or size Two person or team lifting Training in correct manual handling techniques/aids

Unsecured filing cabinets and book shelves

Laceration, bruising, crushing, possibly death.

Armed Robbery / Violence

Injury/death

Manual Handling, i.e. lifting, bending ,stretching, moving heavy boxes, bags

Sprains, strains, pain, discomfort.

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(Page 2). Workshop Area
Hazard Control Review Hazards Identified Potential Harm Significant Hazard Yes No X E I M Hazard Controls TRAINING REQUIRED Date Checked Date Checked Date Checked

Contact with machinery - Cleaning, repairing and/or maintenance of machinery

Electrocution, injuries - crushing - lacerations - amputations

Chemicals & chemical handling Spills of Paints Thinners Fuels Cleaners Pesticides

Toxic effects from inhalation and dermal contact -Dermatitis -Burns -Eye injury -iIlness

Manual handling i.e. lifting, bending , stretching

Sprains, Strains, pain, discomfort.

Portable power tools incl. Drills Grinders Circular saws

Eye damage, cuts etc.

All guards are in situ and bolted to machinery Supervision and procedures to ensure no cleaning, repairing and/or maintenance of moving machinery and machinery parts Enforce and maintain strict isolation procedures Train staff on correct isolation /lockout procedures Protective equipment and clothing supplied Register of all substances and chemicals Safety Data Sheets are available Ensure correct storage (incl. incompatibles) All appropriate staff are trained in chemical handling and storage Training records are in place Develop emergency procedures including a spill kit procedure. Spill kit in place Appropriate PPE is provided and available Identify high risk activities. Use trolleys or manual handling aids Reduce or split loads to manageable weight and/or size Two person or team lifting/ transferring Training in correct lifting and manual handling techniques Wear eye protection at all times when using power tools Keep hands well clear. Correctly guarded, Maintained and used as recommended for the purposes for which they were designed Maintain good housekeeping practises. Do not blow down clothing or parts of body with compressed air. Wear eye protection and masks Ensure good extraction of dust at source.

Dust, flying particles.

Eye injury

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(Page 3). Workshop Area Contd:
Hazard Control Review Hazards Identified Potential Harm Significant Hazard Yes No E I M Hazard Controls TRAINING REQUIRED Date Checked Date Checked Date Checked

Bench grinders

Eye, facial injuries

Lack of appropriate lighting -Slips trips and falls - Visual fatigue

Provide and wear eye protection at all times Ensure grinding wheel is correct specification for machine Ensure tongue and side guards fitted. Ensure tool rest in place and correctly positioned. Ensure grinder is bolted to the bench Uniform distribution of light over work area Lighting over entire workplace including amenity rooms, passages, stairs, ramps, ladders and gangways All exits are lit or capable of being lit and, where necessary, adequate emergency lighting is provided Outside areas are satisfactorily lit for work and access during hours of darkness to provide safety and security All working areas adequately illuminated to Standards NZS 6703: 1984 / AS/NZS 1680.2.4: 1997 Reduce noise at source. Enclose / isolate source of noise. Wear appropriate hearing protection. Annual hearing tests with informed consent 5 yearly workplace noise monitoring or earlier with the acquisition of new equipment that produces noise Ensure all employees have the appropriate licence All forklift drivers to be certified, and certificates to be current Designate areas of forklift operations. Vehicle maintenance No person to ride on forks unless in an approved forklift cage.

Noise levels over 85 dB(A) over 8 hour period - noise in hanger when testing engines -noise on tarmac Forklifts/Vehicles

- Noise induced hearing loss ( NIHL) -Tinnitus Physical Injury Damage to property

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(Page 4). Workshop Area Contd:
Hazard Control Review Hazards Identified Potential Harm Significant Hazard Yes No E I M Hazard Controls TRAINING REQUIRED Date Checked Date Checked Date Checked

Fire and emergencies

Injuries during evacuation - Burns

Employees using facilities need for good housekeeping

Spread of infection from poor hygiene or -Drinking supplies are contaminated by processes or activities -Slips, trips and falls over stored goods Occupational asthma Legionnaires disease Asbestosis COPD Solvent neurotoxicity

Exposure to steam, fumes dust, other contaminants

Actions of Contractors and/or Sub-contractors Action or inaction of employees Unsafe actions of employees or unsafe workplace/ machinery

Injury/harm to other people in the place of work

Workplace injuries such -fractures - lacerations - amputations

Follow emergency and safety procedures Emergency procedures are prominantly displayed and practised at least annually Fire and emergency egress exits are kept clear ,easily identified, well lit and capable of being open from within Fire extinguishers fully charged and within service period Employees trained in use and operation of portable/ other fire fighting and emergency equipment provided Facilities/amenities conveniently located and kept clean and tidy. Rubbish bin with lid. Hot and cold water, soap and drying means available Spills are cleaned up Adequate supply of free, cool wholesome drinking water Appliance to cool drinking water inspected regularly, tested and maintained Sufficient fresh air and ,extraction of contaminated air/steam with contaminants drawn away from the breathing zone of workers, not through it Protective equipment and clothing supplied Monthly sampling and reporting of water quality for air conditioning units and cooling towers ( AS/NZS3666.3) and the New Zealand Building Code Contractor agreements are in place Ensure preferred contractors maintain health and safety standards, and keep to designated areas Restrict access, sign in and out Informed of hazards and informed about hazards they bring into workplace First aid kit labelled, stocked ,and easily accessible in accordance with Health and Safety in Employment Regulations 1995. Annual inspection of first aid kit and after use Accident Register is in place, all accidents/incidents are recorded in the accident/incident register Accidents are investigated to determine whether it was caused by or arose from a significant hazard

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(Page 5).Hanger /Tarmac Pre Flight and Aircraft in Operation i.e. Taxiing Including Push Back, Taking off, Flying and Landing
Hazard Control Review Hazards Identified Potential Harm Significant Hazard Yes No E I M Hazard Controls TRAINING REQUIRED Date Checked Date Checked Date Checked

Hanger (obstacles) - Aircraft in hanger - Protruding aircraft parts - Slippery floor - Chemical exposure Aircraft or aviation vehicle movements on tarmac

Slips, trips and falls Burns Lacerations

Designated walkway highlighted with aisle marking used to indicate crew pedestrian way Crew to stay on designated walkway at all times Safety warning signs in place High visibility vests and hearing protection worn at all times Appropriate lines to be painted on tarmac to guide passengers and crew to aircraft Crew escorted ( driven ) to aircraft by ground crew Sufficient crew to ensure all passengers are guided onto correct path to their aircraft Refuelling procedures in place, and adhered to Follow safety and emergency procedures Full harness available for pilot and passenger Roll cage fitted Appropriate lighting to be in place in all Tarmac areas Fix netting to decks and walkways made of wood, that slope and/or are prone to icing Clean up any spillages immediately Cover steps of metal construction with non skid paint or material In wet weather, keep doors closed for as long as possible Dry off wet areas and use handrail provided Warn crew and passengers about wet floor Warn crew and passengers about ice on ramp Equipment conforms to Electrical Act & Regulations Equipment checked /tagged in accordance with In-service safety inspection and testing of electrical equipment. Standard AS/NZS 3760:2003. Use electrical appliance close to power source Use isolating transformers or residual current device (where necessary) Extension cords protected or kept clear of floor or ground so as to prevent damage or injury Cover or ( tape down) electrical leads

Serious injury

Ignition of vapours from refuelling Impact of Aircraft Poor Visibility On Tarmac Slippery Surface - ice on ramp - decks -walkways - steps - floor at aircraft entrance

fire Fatal or serious injury Serious injury Slip hazard Sprains / strains, fractures

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Leg and back injuries

Electrical Equipment/Leads

Electrocution, possibly death. Trips and falls.

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(Page 6). Tarmac
Hazard Control Review Hazards Identified Potential Harm Significant Hazard Yes No E I M Hazard Controls TRAINING REQUIRED Date Checked Date Checked Date Checked

Aircraft Engines and Rotating Propellers

Noise exposure to noise levels greater than 85dB (A) over an eight hour period - Cockpit area Apron noise exposure - aircraft engines,

Gradual noise induced hearing loss (NIHL)

Trip Hazard - APUs - GPUs - Aircraft external lead Aircraft /Moving Aircraft - Terminal and Tarmac areas Potential for contact with aircraft , props, and other aviation vehicles Serious injury or death after being hit by carts

Golf Carts on Tarmac

Trained not to approach or leave an aircraft while the propellers are rotating Ensure that safety strops are fitted to the propellers once they have come to rest Stay within the approved access ways on the Tarmac or when leaving the aircraft Pilots to wear noise attenuating headsets at all times when aircraft engines operating Annual audiometry (with the informed consent of the individuals involved ) for employees exposed to excessive noise levels) 5 yearly workplace noise assessment All employees on tarmac are to wear hearing protection Employees using hearing protection are trained in the selection, use and maintenance of that equipment Cabin crew to use hearing protection ( ear plugs ) as necessary when seated during flight Spare hearing protection on board aircraft GPUs place all cables and cords underground ( where practicable ) in areas where employees or the public may walk Suitable signs and covers are fitted over exposed cables and cords Board aircraft close to hanger or, use transportation over tarmac Wear high visibility jackets at all times Situational awareness be aware of all activities taking place on the tarmac Drivers have received training in safe operation of carts Training records are in place , training is current Care to be taken by employees who operate carts Follow approved procedures when approaching or leaving carts All employees to practice situational awareness for any vehicles, and other people on the tarmac

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(Page 7). Agricultural Operations Pre Flight and Aircraft in Operation i.e. Taxiing Including Push Back, Taking off, Flying and Landing
Hazard Control Review Hazards Identified Potential Harm Significant Hazard Yes No E I M Hazard Controls TRAINING REQUIRED Date Checked Date Checked Date Checked

Organophosphate exposure by deposition drift and aerosol vapour drift - Exposure via dermal contact and ingestion Impact of Aircraft Poor airstrip condition

Attacks the nervous system of insects and humans alike, inhibiting cholinesterase, an essential enzyme. Fatal or serious injury Fatal or serious injury

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Aircraft obstacles Trees, fences, stock Poor fertiliser condition

Fatal or serious injury

Hung load ,fatal or serious injury

Worn surface on foot pegs on fuselage and foot areas on wings Operating aircraft or loader

Fall injury

Injury

Refuelling

Fire

Noise from aircraft and other machinery over 85dB (A) over an 8 hour period

Hearing loss Tinnitus for loader driver or other people in vicinity

Meet mandatory regulatory requirements for aerial agrichemical operators Personal protective equipment and clothing Employee health monitoring (with informed consent), blood testing for both plasma cholinesterase and erythrocyte cholinesterase activity Full harness available for pilot and passenger Roll cage fitted Pilot provided with information on condition, length and slope of airstrip before operation begins Pilot used airstrip risk assessment sheet, sheet is incorporated with job documents and saved Airstrip is maintained to recognised standard Pilot is aware of right to refuse to use unsafe airstrip Pilot trained in how to explain to farmer the reasons an airstrips unsafe and works refused Pilot briefed by farmer on known flight hazards Fly over of area needed? Stock removed from airstrip, airstrip fenced off Pilot and farmer know procedure for communicating result of flow test to farmer and employer if required Pilots aware of right to refusal to sow the product Fertiliser is free of contaminants, foreign objects or debris and dry enough to flow freely from hopper Fuel/oil leaks are cleaned up and tools put away Ensuring non slip surfaces on foot pegs is part of ongoing maintenance programme Remove people not directly involved in Agricultural operation from airstrip and loading area. High visibility clothing worn if walking around area while operational No movement in front of aircraft while props rotating Refuelling procedures in place, and adhered to Ensure fuel/oil leaks are fixed immediately Follow safety and emergency procedures Wear hearing protection Enclose / isolate source of noise. Annual hearing tests with informed consent 5 yearly workplace noise monitoring or earlier with the acquisition of new equipment that produces noise

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(Page 8). Agricultural Operations Pre Flight and Aircraft in Operation i.e. Taxiing Including Push Back, Taking off, Flying and Landing
Hazard Control Review Hazards Identified Potential Harm Significant Hazard Yes No E I M Hazard Controls TRAINING REQUIRED Date Checked Date Checked Date Checked

Chemical handling

Health effects with exposure by deposition drift and aerosol vapour drift - Exposure via dermal contact and ingestion

Lack of full shoulder harness Fire

Injury and death Injury and death

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X X

Hazardous substances register is in place Safety data sheets for all chemicals are readily available Handlers have attended an approved handlers course Training and instruction is provided in the correct use and maintenance of PPE Training records are in place Employee health monitoring is in place with the informed consent of employees A spill procedure is in place A spill kit is readily available Tasks designated for use of personal protective equipment and clothing (PPE ) are clearly identified Appropriate PPE is provided and in a good condition We ensure PPE is worn by supervising this A regular maintenance programme is in place to review PPE maintenance and requirements Aircraft is fitted with a full shoulder harness for each flight Fire extinguisher is inspected for condition and tested IAW manufacturers instructions or other equivalent instructions acceptable to the Director of Civil Aviation The correct number of portable fire extinguishers are present and correctly located Fire extinguishers clearly indicate the method of operation All crew and passengers observe safe entering and leaving of helicopters No approach to or leaving helicopters without visual acknowledgement Persons in sight of pilots field of vision at all times No approaching or leaving helicopters when the engine and rotors are down or starting up Helipad clear of loose articles water bags, ground sheets , tins and other foreign object debris (FOD) Secure other gear from effects of rotor wash

Helicopter propellers

Death

Helicopter landing, take off and loading operations exposure to FOD

Death

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(Page 9). Agricultural Operations Pre Flight and Aircraft in Operation i.e. Taxiing Including Push Back, Taking off, Flying and Landing
Hazard Control Review Hazards Identified Potential Harm Significant Hazard Yes No E I M Hazard Controls TRAINING REQUIRED Date Checked Date Checked Date Checked

Loading of aircraft

Unable to take off Injury or death Cargo shifting in transit and blocking emergency exits

For every sortie, aircraft loaded at no more than legal level

Cargo loading of aircraft

Fatigue

Lime or fertiliser on wing disrupts lift of aircraft

Loss of lift

Restraints for cargo carried Emergency exits kept clear at all times Load limitation for seats and floors is not exceeded Processes are in place to minimise likelihood of manual handling injuries Avoid dehydration and hunger by consuming adequate amounts of food and water throughout the day Management have provided appropriate resources for fatigue management systems and their evaluation Regular reporting takes place against standard operating procedures Employees are involved in the identification of hazards including fatigue hazards and, in determining best controls Fatigue hazards have been identified and systems are in place to control all hazards Training and education about fatigue management provided to employees in particular t pilots and loader drivers Records are kept of all flight and duty time and any administrative duties A system is in place to ensure that pilots do not exceed their flight and duty times Fatigue risk management systems, policies and procedures, have ongoing evaluation and audit strategies in place Standard operating procedures guide pilots as to what to do if they: -feel too fatigued to work -feel a duty or roster was excessively fatiguing -believe fatigue was a factor in an accident -think a co worker is fatigued Pilot and loader driver ensure no deposits of bulk lime or fertiliser is on the wings

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( Page 10). Aircraft Crew Pre Flight, and Aircraft in Operation i.e. Taxiing ( including push back), Taking off, Flying and Landing
Hazard Control Review Hazards Identified Potential Harm Significant Hazard Yes No E I M Hazard Controls TRAINING REQUIRED Date Checked Date Checked Date Checked

Unstowed baggage and equipment Passenger and crew bags falling out of overhead lockers

Projectile during turbulence /heavy landing and taxi Injuries , head neck and shoulder

Raised Door Sills Lifting items into overhead lockers / passenger and crew luggage

Slip trips and fall injuries Neck and shoulder sprains and strains

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X X

Stow equipment and baggage as per operational policy Crew double check galleys, stowages and locks prior to taking a seat No overhead lockers open until PIC switches off seat belt sign Advise passengers to open overhead lockers carefully, as items may have moved during travel Take care if assisting passengers to get luggage from lockers Door sills painted to highlight height Crew to remind passengers of hazard Passengers informed of weight restrictions for cabin baggage Crew to avoid lifting passenger baggage into overhead lockers and encourage passengers to stow their own baggage On board baggage not to exceed 7 kg for passengers and crew Heavy baggage not detected at check in , that is too heavy to lift into overhead lockers, should be placed under a passengers seat or removed to the aircraft hold Manual handling training Operate full carts with two crew Maintain personal fitness Faulty equipment needs to be identified , and logged for repair Faulty equipment should not be used for the remainder of the flight then off loaded for repair at the next available port Practice situational awareness

Pushing and pulling carts - bending and stretching to unload trays from carts Faulty equipment / working in a confined area

Muscular sprain and strain

Faulty brakes can cause carts to move with turbulence -items can fall out of cart doors that dont close - Muscle sprains and strains - Lacerations

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(Page 11). Aircraft Crew
Hazards Identified

Pre Flight and Aircraft in Operation i.e. Taxiing ( including push back), Taking off, Flying and Landing
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Potential Harm

Hypoxia

Severe hypoxia with a severe drop in cabin pressure, or mild hypoxia from routine flying Stress and fatigue

Procedure in place to manage the event of a drop in cabin pressure Emergency procedures in place in the event of mild hypoxia to guide crew actions Mandatory supplementary oxygen is in place Bullying and harassment policy in place Zero tolerance to bullying No persons allowed onto aircraft without appropriate ID

Bullying and Harassment

Security breaches

Unsecured passengers

Physical harm from unauthorised persons boarding the aircraft Falling/ tripping onto other passenger s

Procedures in place to ensure passengers are seated and seat belts fastened prior to aircraft beginning taxi Safety demonstrations should be completed as per legislative requirements Crew follow up with visual check of all passengers Crew to ensure all equipment is stowed and secured in correct stowages Double checking of galleys, stowages and locks prior to taking seat Report any incidents of carts placed on aircraft that do not fit stowages Passengers and equipment restrained Pilots practice situational awareness Cabin crew seated as soon as duties completed Training given and training records are in place Follow all standard operating procedures Follow turbulence procedures with turbulence criteria

Unsecured equipment - carts - stowages

Unsecured equipment may become projectile during push back and taxi

Ground collision - aircraft - stationary vehicles Operational Hazards - controlled flight into terrain - adverse weather e.g. severe turbulence expected and clear air, wind shear , icing

Injury

Injury and fatality

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(Page 12). Aircraft Crew Pre Flight and Aircraft in Operation i.e. Taxiing ( including push back), Taking off, Flying and Landing
Hazard Control Review Hazards Identified Potential Harm Significant Hazard Yes No E I M Hazard Controls TRAINING REQUIRED Date Checked Date Checked Date Checked

Galley - Slippery Surfaces -Hot Liquids -Hot Water Urns -Plunger Style Coffee Makers

Slips, trips & falls Burns and scalds from spillage , steam and touching sides

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X X

Clean any spillage up immediately and wipe floor dry Crew trained to practice situational awareness Place pots well under urns, dont overfills pots. Ensure tea/coffee pots ( cory pots ) lids are tight and fit well Depress plunger style coffee makers slowly Pots without lids are not used If pots without lids are loaded, ask catering to exchange or provide lids Ensure correct procedures are followed for serving hot drinks as per cabin crew procedures manual. Cups, made of material thats poor at conducting heat Fill cups to no more than 70% of their brim Pots placed into correct stowages when not in use Galley kept clean and tidy to ensure pots are not overcrowded Wear gloves when placing meals into and removing meals from ovens and changing hot inserts Take care when opening lids of hot food Keep galley clean and tidy so there is a place to put hot food No carry on baggage over 7 kg including crew luggage Baggage over 7 kg taken on board, should be immediately off loaded and put into the hold If baggage needs to be lifted that is awkward to lift or has been assessed as heavy, ask other crew for assistance or : assist passenger to place baggage under the seat Procedures to guide crew in managing difficult or aggressive passengers including: when to contact the PIC and when to seek support of other crew When to call in outside enforcement agencies Ensure no lifting of passengers by cabin crew Assist passengers using aids and techniques such as sliding boards and passenger lifting equipment Get assistance from ground crew, passengers care givers and other cabin crew

Galley Ovens Galley Trays

Burns and scalds Lacerations Protruding metal from oven may cause lacerations Back injuries and muscle strain when lifting heavy hand baggage into overhead lockers

Passenger Baggage

Passenger Misconduct

Physical and mental abuse, stress and fatigue from angry, distressed or psychologically unwell passengers Potential for muscle sprains and strains and back injuries to occur when moving disabled and non ambulatory passengers from wheelchairs to aircraft seats

Transferring /Lifting Disabled / Non Ambulatory Passengers

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(Page 13). Aircraft Crew Pre Flight and Aircraft in Operation i.e. Taxiing ( including push back), Taking off, Flying and Landing
Hazard Control Review Hazards Identified Potential Harm Significant Hazard Yes No E I M Hazard Controls TRAINING REQUIRED Date Checked Date Checked Date Checked

X Overhead Locker Doors Used Needles and Syringes Potential to jam fingers needle stick injury, passengers incorrectly disposing or leaving needles (often from insulin injections , or from passenger drug use). Crew can come into contact with biological hazards such as blood, faces, urine and sputum X X

Face towards lockers when closing them and keep fingers well clear Do not jam items into lockers and force them closed Leather gloves when changing rubbish bags Sharps containers Needle stick procedure in place

Biological Hazards

Tray tables and tray stowages

Potential to jam fingers when closing tray

Needles and syringes (as above ) Gloves provided and worn when dealing with biological hazards, or collecting in passenger refuse Clean up spillages, if large spillage, may need to block off and be unserviceable for rest of flight, or until ground staff can clean it. Hand washing prior to food and drink service Keep fingers clear when closing tray tables, or replacing them into arm rest stowage Be alert for passengers closing tray tables

Tripping Hazards in Aisles

Crew and passengers are susceptible to trips and falls in the aisle of the aircraft, from protruding seat belts, passengers limbs, straps from hand bags

Situational awareness, be aware of obstacles in aisles, when walking through aircraft Replace dangling seat belts, cabin baggage that is protruding into aisles ,as part of cabin checks When walking backward with carts, ensure the crew member walking forwards is alert for obstacles.

Turbulence - expected - clear air

Hitting body / limbs against equipment or aircraft interior causing bruising, concussion and fractures

Avoid areas of expected severe turbulence Use of PIREP to inform other pilots Seat belts to be worn at all times by pilots Cabin crew to be warned of approaching turbulence where possible so they can be seated with their seat belt on as necessary Crew follow turbulence procedures as set out by the operator Obey instructions of PIC if requested to take a seat Passengers encouraged to wear seat belts at all times

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(Page 14). Aircraft Crew Pre Flight and Aircraft in Operation i.e. Taxiing ( including push back), Taking off, Flying and Landing contd
Hazard Control Review Hazards Identified Potential Harm Significant Hazard Yes No E I M Hazard Controls TRAINING REQUIRED Date Checked Date Checked Date Checked

Dangerous goods

Burns, poisoning, blindness, health effects through absorption - Burns - Smoke inhalation

Fire on board

Stress

Potential to affect crew performance on board aircraft and safety on board could be compromised Inability to perform a safety related function

Fatigue

Passenger or crew first aid / medical emergencies SCUBA diving crew/passengers susceptible

Respiratory distress Cardiac arrest, coronary Decompression sickness/Bends from diving

Crew to undertake dangerous goods awareness course then recurrency training thereafter Spill / emergency procedures in place Spill kit in place Safety data sheets available Follow safety and emergency procedures Crew monitoring of cabin, toilets, galley and equipment Fire extinguishers available Fuel line cut off valves in case of impact Encourage crew to recognise, report and cope with their own stress and the stress of their peers Train crew in how to recognise stress in fellow crew members Fatigue risk management systems are in place which includes fatigue reporting , fatigue management and education Effort tolerance is less with pregnancy, other factors are taken into consideration including potential for fatigue. Crew trained and competent in first aid, medical emergencies and CPR techniques including AEDs Crew and passengers should be made aware of dangers of flying within 24 hours of scuba diving Passengers informed via information on tickets Crew trained in how to seek immediate medical help for decompression sickness Radiation levels for pregnant crew should be monitored and a radiation limit set. Flight hours need to be controlled and the exposure to radiation. Once the exposure limit is met the crew member should stop flying. Crew should limit their caffeine intake whilst flying as this can aggravate dehydration Crew and passengers should be encouraged to drink water frequently

Radiation Exposure

Potential for health effects

Low humidity on board

Dehydration

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(Page 15). Aircraft Crew
Hazards Identified

Pre Flight and Aircraft in Operation i.e. Taxiing ( including push back), Taking off, Flying and Landing
Hazard Control Review Potential Harm Significant Hazard Yes No E I M Hazard Controls TRAINING REQUIRED Date Checked Date Checked Date Checked

Repetitive Movements

Discomfort, pain and injury caused by repetitive movements by crew such as pouring tea and coffee

Heavy Landings

Fall hazard-when attaching hand rails to air stairs

Back ache, muscle strain / soreness and jarring of neck Fall resulting in serious harm or death

Crew to use trays to take passengers cups, so they can pour directly in front of them, and not lean over passengers seats Cabin crew to rotate tasks so works evenly distributed with a variety of tasks Rest arms and hands by alternating service sides where possible Ensure seat harness / belt is tightly secured for landing, feet placed firmly onto floor and head pressed back into head rest Secure hand rails from down side of stairs so a side barrier is in place Stay in centre of stairs when walking handrails up to the attachment area near the aircraft door Ensure another crew member is at door to help with the connection of the attachment Stairway lighting in place Where possible, have ground staff or engineers close aircraft doors If crew need to close doors, keep airstairs in place until doors are almost closed if this is not possible: doorways have hand holds in place, hold onto hand hold with one hand whilst closing the door with the other Get the assistance of another crew member Follow training methods and procedures for door operations Bend when entering aircraft as necessary Remind passengers of hazard Ensure stowages are easily accessible Split contents to minimise weight by putting some of the contents into lower stowages

Fall hazard closing aircraft doors

Fall resulting in serious harm or death if air bridge or stairs are not in place

Aircraft Doors

Closing aircraft doors may cause back strain / sprain Striking head on door structure Back,neck,shoulder strain/sprain

Overextension when reaching for overhead stowage /standard units

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(Page 16). Aircraft Crew
Hazards Identified

Pre and Post Flight, and Aircraft in Operation i.e. Taxiing ( including push back), Taking off, Flying and Landing
Hazard Control Review Potential Harm Significant Hazard Yes No E I M Hazard Controls TRAINING REQUIRED Date Checked Date Checked Date Checked

Crew impaired judgement and reaction times from drugs and alcohol Passenger disruptive behaviour due to influence of alcohol

Safety and security risk to both aircraft , crew and passengers

Procedures in place for notification of crew under the influence of alcohol Procedures for managing passengers who are deemed to be under the influence of alcohol and drugs prior to boarding aircraft including the potential to deny entry onto aircraft Procedures for monitoring and managing passengers who become intoxicated after take off Possible crew testing for drugs and alcohol

-Prolonged Sitting - incorrect use of seat -poor maintenance of seat - poor posture - vibration

Back Strain / injury

X Seats to be defect free and maintained to the manufacturers standard Lumbar cushions provided as necessary Use of an ergonomist as necessary, to investigate appropriate seating modifications when issues arise

Fuel Checks on Aircraft - Contamination of clothing and skin

- Burns - Skin irritations - Inhalation of fumes

Personal protective equipment and clothing provided Crew to supervise fuel check on their respective aircraft Spillage procedures are in place First aid equipment is available Safety data sheets available Identify high risk activities. Use trolleys or manual handling aids Reduce /split loads into manageable weight and/or size Two person or team lifting Training in correct manual handling techniques/aids

Moving weights when loading catering and other supplies

Back strain and injuries from heavy and repetitive lifting

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