Spill Risk Assessment

Chapter 7 of the Work Health and Safety Regulation say the obligations of all parties involved in the handling of dangerous goods need to meet legal obligations that all parties must understand risks posed by substances stored and used on the site.

SKU : OCS0103 - risks posed by substances stored and used on the site

Chemical Risk Assessment Process

1. Initial Consultation
Prior to the actual assessment, a Spill Station consultant will meet with you to ensure that the scope of works meets the requirements of the site and that your required outcomes are measurable and deliverable.

Information Required at Initial Consultation

• All SDS are available.
• Location of site.
• Access requirements (Inductions, site restrictions, PPE)
• Scope of Chemical Risk Assessment (All dangerous goods only / high risk hazardous substances / all substances)
• Clearance to use photographic equipment on site solely for reporting process only. This is not mandatory but is a very useful reporting tool.

2. Risk Assessment
Our consultant is guided around your site to assess your storage and handling environment
Brief discussions are held with staff during the site inspection
Detailed observations are recorded into our data collection templates.

3. Outcome
Our risk assessor collates all of the data gathered from various sources and compiles the findings and recommendations into a comprehensive and easy to read risk assessment for your WHS compliance.