OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY CODE FOR THE SOUTHERN ROCKLOBSTER INDUSTRY VICTORIAN VERSION
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SOUTHERN ROCKLOBSTER OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH CODE -
VICTORIAN VERSION
OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY CODE
FOR THE SOUTHERN ROCKLOBSTER
INDUSTRY
VICTORIAN VERSION
VERSION 1 in full
INTERIM NOVEMBER 2006
Please note this document is work in progress, a number of
sections have not yet been fully completed and require additions
or revision.
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LIABILITY FOR USE
The information in this Code is given in good faith and is based on the knowledge and
experience of those who contributed to the document in their chosen field of expertise.
Southern Rocklobster Limited shall not be liable for any loss, damages or other claim in
respect of or arising from any death of or injury to or damage to property of any person which
may occur while any person conducts any fishing activities concerned with guidelines in this
Code and it is expressly stated and brought to the reader’s attention:
(a) this Industry Code is not a complete technical guide for fishing operations and it should be
used in conjunction with existing company procedures; and
(b) this Industry Code is designed to assist in the process of understanding the
responsibilities of owners, licencees, skippers and crew with regard to Occupational Health
and Safety
OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY ACT NO 107/2004
Aim of the Act:
In Victoria, the aim of the OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY ACT NO 107/2004
is to provide a broad framework for improving standards of workplace health and safety to
reduce work related injury and illness. The Act aims to:
• To secure the health, safety and welfare of employees and other people at work
• Protect the public from the health and safety risks of business activities
• Eliminate workplace risks at the source; and
• Involve employers ,employees and the organisations that represent them in the
formulation and implementation of health , safety and welfare standards
See: WorkSafe Publication Information for employers
OBJECTIVES OF THE CODE
This Health, Safety and Welfare Code for SRL Victoria has six main objectives:
1. To enable the Fishing Industry to self-regulate occupational health
and safety in line with the legislation.
2. To promote and secure the health and safety of people at work on fishing vessels.
3. To minimise the risk of hazards for people at work on fishing vessels.
4. To reduce, eliminate and control hazards on fishing vessels.
5. To assist in securing safe hygienic work environments on fishing vessels.
6. To foster co-operation and consultation between owners, licensees, skippers and
crew members in the fishing industry.
INTERPRETATION
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The terminology in the Code has not been standardised rigidly; however various phrases are
used where instructions or recommendations are given and should be interpreted as follows:
SHALL/WILL: There are no circumstances under which this recommendation should be
ignored.
SHOULD: Normal practice would expect this to be followed but there may be occasion
to deviate from the normal practice provided the level of risk is not increased.
ENSURE: Generally means to make sure or certain to occur.
INDUCTION: The training of all persons new to the job in that particular workplace.
DEFINITION:
SHARE FISHING: A share fisherman carries on with another, or others, a business of
fishing operations. A true share fishing agreement is an agreement in respect of fishing
operations and is usually evidenced by a written contract, which specifies the rights and
obligations of the parties. It is usual for a contract to provide that the parties should share (in
stated proportions) the gross proceeds of the sale of the fish and that they each bear a
portion of the operating expenses.
COMMON LAW DEFINITIONS
The general duties set out in the Act are limited by “reasonable practicability”. To carry out
a duty as far as is reasonably practicable means:
• balancing the degree of risk in a particular activity or environment against measures
taken to control it
• doing only what is possible or capable of being done safely
The ‘reasonable practicability’ test must take into account:
• the nature of the job or the particular aspect of the job concerned
• severity of any potential injury or harm to health or safety that may be involved , and
the degree of risk that exists for such potential injury or harm
• what is known about the injury or harm to health or safety about the risk of that injury
or harm occurring ; and what is know about preventing , removing or reducing that
injury , harm or risk
• the availability and suitability of ways to prevent , remove or reduce that injury , harm
or risk
• whether the cost or preventing , removing or reducing that injury , harm or risk is
prohibitive in the circumstances
As the risk increases, it is reasonable to assume that time , effort and cost needed to
reduce or remove that risk also increases.
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CONTENTS (work in progress)
Part A – Responsibilities
1. Share Fishing / Joint Venture/ Other
2. Share Fishing / Joint Venture/ Other
3. Employer / employee
4. Information ,instruction , training and supervision
5. Hazard Management
Part B – Marine Safety
1. Commercial vessel survey
2. Marine safety requirements
3. Marine Safety Equipment
4. Marine emergencies
5. Fire prevention
6. Deck safety
7. Access and egress
Part C – Occupational Health , Safety and Welfare
1. Noise
2. Chemicals
3. Skin cancer/ UV protection
4. Electrical
5. Manual Handling – generic
6. First Aid / medical
7. Dangerous species
8. PPCE
9. Infectious dieses
10. Plant
11. Alcohol and drugs
12. Confined spaces
13. Fatigue
14. Accident/ incident reporting
15. Tobacco smoke
APPENDICES TO PART A, B, C
1. Personal Floatation devices
2. Distress Calls
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3. Emergency drills
4. Chemical Register forms
5. Chemical checklist
6. Electrical safety checklist
7. Manual handling risk assessment
8. Workplace services forms
9. Workplace services forms
10. Harbors and navigation forms
11. Company forms
12. Issue resolution
PART D – POT/TRAP GUIDELINES
1. Deck Safety
2. Pot & Trap Handling
3. Pot/Trap Handling
4. Machinery & Equipment Safety (Pots only)
5. Induction for Crew Members
6. Vessel Modification
7. Weather Conditions
APPENDIX TO Part D
1. Induction Outline – Crew
2. Major hazards
3. Guidelines for Handling Pots
4. Induction - Skipper
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A. RESPONSIBILITIES
1.0 SHARE FISHING AGREEMENT/JOINT VENTURE/OTHER
This section applies where the owner leases the vessel to the master for recoup of lease fees
etc.
Where this is so and the owner of the vessel has no control over any operational part of the
business, then the responsibilities for the owner are:
1.1 Shall ensure the vessel meets the requirements of the Marine Act 1988, the
Uniform Shipping Laws (USL) Code and equivalent standards
1.2 Shall ensure the vessel meets the specific requirements of the Occupational Health
and Safety Act 2004and Regulations
2.0 SHARE FISHING AGREEMENT/JOINT VENTURE/OTHER
This section refers to where the owner leases the vessel to the master and has some level of
control over the master, crew and the operations.
2 .1 OWNER OF THE VESSEL
2.1.1 Working environment
a. Shall ensure the vessel meets the requirements of the, Marine Act 1988,the Uniform
Shipping Laws (USL) Code and equivalent standards.
1.2.1 b. Shall ensure the vessel meets the specific requirements of the Occupational
Health and Safety Act 2004and Regulations
2.1.2 Work Systems
a. Shall assist the master to understand the requirement to keep the vessel seaworthy and
properly equipped at the commencement of and during the season.
b. Shall assist the master to ensure the vessel meets all statutory requirements as deemed
by the Marine Act 1988,the Uniform Shipping Laws (USL) Code and equivalent standards and
the Occupational Health and Safety Act 2004and Regulations
(e.g. life-saving appliances, survey, radio equipment, fire appliances).
c. Should develop with the master an appropriate procedure for rectifying hazardous
equipment/situations on board the vessel. (eg. skipper rectifies hazards at sea where
possible and makes log book entries for problems that cannot be rectified immediately).
d. Shall require the master to follow the maintenance checklist system for the vessel.
e. Shall ensure all agreements provide a clause determining what costs are to be shared with
regard to vessel maintenance.
f. Shall require the master to conduct emergency drills at the beginning of the season and at
regular intervals thereafter.
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g. Ensure the master is formally notified that they are the responsible officer for OH&S on
board the vessel
h. Ensure the Master discusses with the crew where there are any changes in the plant and
equipment to work procedures on board the vessel prior to the changes being
implemented
2.1.3 Information and training
a. Where the owner of the vessel is engaging the master and crew directly, the owner should
formalise agreements and responsibilities with the crew.
b. Where the master is engaging the crew directly, the owner should require the master to
formalise agreements with the master and crew.
c. Shall ensure the master understands his/her responsibilities, to ensure the vessel is
appropriately manned for the position of master, engineer (as required) and crew.
d. Shall discuss with the master the details in this code as part of the owner/owner's
representative-master induction.
e. Shall ensure the master understands the requirements of the supervision and training of
crew, especially new crew.
f. Shall keep records of all training related to occupational health, safety and welfare
conducted as part of the vessel operations.
g. Should ensure the master is aware of any unusual vessel characteristics and specific
vessel requirements.
h. Shall ensure that the master has been provided with appropriate information, instruction
and training (formal and informal) to be able to adequately meet the vessel’s OHS&W
responsibilities
2.1.4 Information and records
a. Shall ensure the Master keeps records and specific information regarding work related
injures suffered by employees and provides those records when requested.
b. Shall ensure there is a system for the reporting of injuries and incidents to Worksafe
Victoria either by the master or the owner.
c. Shall ensure there is a system to provide occupational health, safety and welfare
information and work procedures to crew in languages the crew can understand ie( non
English speaking crew) for both the owner and the master.
d. Shall ensure the master understands the requirement to provide crew with information on
whom they may refer inquiries about matters concerning occupational health ,safety and
welfare
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2.1.5 Formal policies and procedures
a. Ensure there are policies and procedures relating to the occupational health, safety and
welfare requirements for the vessel and those policies and procedures are maintained on
the vessel
b. Ensure the master maintains the written work procedures for safe working procedures on
board the vessel
c. Ensure the master understands the need to advise and ensure the crew are aware of the
vessel safe working procedures
2.2 MASTER OF THE VESSEL
2.2.1 Working environment
a. Shall ensure the vessel is maintained consistent with the requirements of the Marine Act
1988, the Uniform Shipping Laws (USL) Code and equivalent standards
b. Shall ensure the vessel meets the specific requirements of the Occupational Health and
Safety Act 2004and Regulations
2.2.2 Work Systems
a. Shall ensure the vessel is properly equipped and operates in a safe manner during
fishing operations.
b. Shall ensure the vessel meets all statutory requirements as deemed by the Marine Act
1988, the Uniform Shipping Laws (USL) Code and equivalent standards and the
Occupational Health and Safety Act 2004and Regulations
(e.g. life-saving appliances, survey, radio equipment, fire appliances).
c. Shall do all that is reasonably practicable to ensure that any hazardous situations on
board the vessel are rectified.
d. Shall do all that is reasonably practicable to ensure that the work area layout on board the
vessel does not place any person at an increased risk.
e. Shall ensure the appropriate maintenance checklist system for the vessel is completed.
(e.g. log book entries or other means of recording).
f. Shall ensure emergency drills are held, at the beginning of the season and at regular
intervals thereafter.
g. Shall ensure they adopt the requirements of the owner with regard to occupational health
and safety as per their role as the designated person
2.2.3 Information and training
a. Where the owner of the vessel is engaging the master and crew directly, the owner shall
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ensure agreements are formalized and responsibilities for Occupational Health, Safety and
Welfare are in writing
b. Where the master is engaging the crew directly, the master shall formalise agreements
with the crew and ensure all the requirements as per this Code are discussed with the
crew.
c. Shall discuss with the crew where hazards exist on the vessel and ensure the safe work
procedures in those areas are enforced.
d. Shall ensure the on board induction is conducted for crew including discussing the crew’s
responsibilities as per this code.
e. Shall participate in the induction with the owner/owner’s representative.
2.2.4 Information and records
a. Keep records and specific information regarding work related injuries suffered by all on
board, provide those records to the owner and keep those records.
b. Follow the agreed system for reporting injuries and incidents to WorkSafe Victoria
Tasmania
c. Provide occupational health, safety and welfare information and work procedures to crew
in languages the crew can understand i.e. (non-English speaking crew)
d. Provide crew with information on whom they may refer inquiries about matters concerning
occupational health, safety and welfare
2.2.5 Formal policies and procedures
a. Shall ensure that policies and procedures relating to the occupational health, safety and
welfare requirements of the vessel are developed in consultation with crew and are
maintained on the vessel.
b. Shall develop with crew and maintain written work procedures for safe working procedures
on board the vessel
c. Shall advise and ensure the crew are aware of the vessel safe working procedures
2.2.6 Safe Plant and Substances
a. Shall ensure as far as is reasonably practicable the vessel, machinery and equipment are
in a safe working order.
b. Shall assist the crew in maintaining the machinery and equipment on the vessel, so that
those on board are not unreasonably exposed to hazards.
2.2.7 General Duty to all on the Vessel
a. Shall ensure as far as is reasonably practicable that people on board the vessel (including
visitors) are not exposed to hazards.
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b. Shall ensure as far as is reasonably practicable that people embarking and disembarking
the vessel are not exposed to hazards.
c. Shall not be in a state by the consumption of alcohol or a drug so as to endanger their own
safety or the safety of any other person on the vessel.
2.3 CREW OF THE VESSEL
2.3.1 General duties
a. Shall as far as is reasonably practicable obey reasonable instruction given by the master
in relation to work procedures or instructions.
b. Take reasonable care to protect their own safety and health while on the vessel.
c. Take reasonable care to avoid affecting another persons health or safety while on board
the vessel.
d. Shall maintain a satisfactory level of cleanliness and hygiene in the vessel at all times.
e. Shall participate in the emergency drills on board the vessel.
f. Shall engage in safe work methods on board the vessel.
g. Shall not be in a state by the consumption of alcohol or a drug so as to endanger their own
safety or the safety of any other person on the vessel.
3.0 EMPLOYER–EMPLOYEE AGREEMENT
This section applies where the owner is the employer and the master and crew are
employees and the employer has a direct control over the day today running of the vessel
3.1 Employer
3.1.1 Provide a safe working environment
a. Shall ensure the vessel meets the requirements of the Marine Act 1988 and Regulations,
the Uniform Shipping Laws (USL) Code and equivalent standards both at the
commencement of the season and during fishing operations
b. Shall ensure the vessel meets the specific requirements of the Occupational Health and
Safety Act 2004 and Regulations both at the commencement of the season and during
fishing operations
3.1.2 Provide a safe system of work.
a. Shall ensure the vessel is maintained in a seaworthy condition and properly equipped at
the commencement of and during the season.
b. Shall ensure the vessel meets all statutory requirements as deemed by the Marine Act and
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Regulations, Occupational Health and Safety Act 2004.
c. Shall develop in consultation with the master and crew an appropriate procedure for
reporting and rectifying hazardous equipment/situations on board the vessel. (eg. master
rectifies hazards at sea where possible and makes log book entries for problems that
cannot be rectified Immediately).
d. Shall ensure the Master maintains the work area layout on board the vessel to minimise
hazards and not place any person on board at increased risk.
e. Shall instruct the skipper to conduct emergency drills at the beginning of the season and
at regular intervals thereafter.
f. Ensure the master is formally notified that they are the responsible officer for OH&S on
board the vessel
g. Ensure the master informs crew where there are any changes in the plant and equipment
and work procedures onboard the vessel prior to the changes being implemented
3.1.3 Provide information, instruction, training and
supervision
a. Ensure all employment contracts contain the relevant reference to this Code and any
company Occupational Health, Safety and Welfare Policies
b. Shall ensure the vessel is appropriately manned for the position of Master, Engineer (as
required), Crew.
c. Shall ensure the master and crew are aware of the details in this code as part of the
Master and crew induction.
d. Shall ensure the Master understands the requirements of the supervision of crew.
e. Shall ensure the master and crew are provide with relevant and legislatively required
training.
f. Shall ensure the master conducts the on board crew induction.
g. Shall keep records of all training related to occupational health, safety and welfare
conducted as part of the vessel operations.
h. Shall ensure the Master is aware of any unusual vessel characteristics and specific
vessel requirements. Where appropriate the employer should instruct the master to
discuss these requirements with the crew.
i. Shall ensure the Master has been provide with appropriate information, instruction and
training( formal and informal) to be able to adequately meet their OHS&W responsibilities.
3.1.4 INFORMATION AND RECORDS
a. Shall ensure the Master follows the vessel system for recording information concerning
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work related inures suffered by employees and keep those records
b. Shall ensure there is a system for reporting of injuries and incidents to WorkSafe Victoria
c. Shall ensure that occupational health, safety and welfare information and work procedures
is provided to crew in languages the crew can understand i.e. (non English speaking crew)
d. Shall ensure that crew are provided with information on whom they may refer inquiries
about matters concerning occupational health, safety and welfare.
3.1.5 Formal policies and procedures
a. Ensure that policies and procedures relating to the occupational health, safety and welfare
requirements of the vessel are developed by the master and crew in consultation with the
employer
b. Ensure the policies and procedures relating to the occupational health, safety and welfare
requirements of the vessel are maintained on the vessel
c. Ensure the master maintains the written work procedures for safe working procedures on
board the vessel
d. Ensure the master understands the need to advise and ensure the crew are aware of the
vessel safe working procedures
3.2 MASTER OF THE VESSEL
3.2.1 Provide a Safe System of Work
a. Shall ensure the vessel is operated in such a manner that the requirements of the Marine
Act 1988 and Regulations 1993, the Uniform Shipping Laws ( USL) Code are not
compromised
b. Shall ensure the vessel is operated in such a manner that the requirements of the
Occupational Health and Safety Act 2004 and Regulations are not compromised
c. Shall ensure that all safe working procedures developed for the vessel are followed at all
times
d. Shall ensure the appropriate maintenance checklist system for the vessel is completed.
e.g. log book entries or other means of recording.
e. Shall ensure emergency drills are held at the beginning of the season and at regular
intervals thereafter.
f. Shall do all that is reasonably practicable to ensure the work area layout on the vessel
does not place any person at an increased risk of an accident.
g. Shall ensure where practicable that the vessel, machinery and equipment are in a safe
working order.
h. Shall ensure they adopt the requirements of the owner with regard to occupational health
and safety as per their role as the designated person.
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3.2.2 Provide Information, Instruction, Training and Supervision
a. Shall ensure that crew members have been adequately instructed, and trained on the
vessel safe working procedures.
b. Shall ensure the on board induction for crew, has been conducted.
c. Shall as far as is reasonably practicable provide a level of supervision of crew as required
depending on the skills and experience of each crew member.
d. Shall ensure the crew are aware of where hazards exist on the vessel and instruction
given on safe working practices in those areas to crew.
e. Shall participate in the induction with the employer.
3.2.3 Information and records
a. Shall ensure records and specific information regarding work related injures suffered by
employees are kept in accordance with the vessel procedures
b. Follow the agreed system for reporting injuries and incidents to WorkSafe Victoria
c. Ensure that occupational health ,safety and welfare information and work procedures has
been provided to crew in languages the crew can understand i.e. (non English speaking
crew)
d. Provide crew with information on whom they may refer inquiries about matters concerning
occupational health, safety and welfare.
3.2.4 Miscellaneous
a. Shall ensure as far as is reasonably practicable that people on board the vessel (including
visitors) are not exposed to hazards.
b. Shall ensure as far as is reasonably practicable that people embarking and disembarking
the vessel are not exposed to hazards.
c. Shall ensure a satisfactory level of cleanliness and hygiene is maintained on the vessel.
3.3 CREW OF THE VESSEL (Employees)
3.3.1 General duties
a. Shall as far as is reasonably practicable obey reasonable instructions given by the master
in relation to work procedures or instructions.
b. Take reasonable care to protect their own safety and health while on the vessel
c. Take reasonable care to avoid affecting another person’s health or safety while on board
the vessel.
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d. Shall maintain a satisfactory level of cleanliness and hygiene in the vessel at all times.
e. Shall participate in the emergency drills on board the vessel.
f. Shall engage in safe work methods on board the vessel.
g. Shall not be in a state by the consumption of alcohol or a drug so as to endanger their own
safety or the safety of any other person on the vessel.
4.0INFORMATION, INSTRUCTION, TRAINING AND SUPERVISION
4.1 Duty of Care requirements
The employer shall provide information to the employer’s employees, in such languages as
are appropriate, in relation to health, safety and welfare in the workplace.
Any employee of the employer who is to undertake work of a hazardous nature, which, to the
employer’s knowledge, the employee has not previously performed, receives proper
information, instruction and training before the employee commences that work.
The employer to ensure that any employee of the employer who is in experienced in the
performance of any work receives such supervision as is reasonably necessary ensure the
employee’s health and safety.
This means for relevance to this Code, that those in the position of exerting some level of
control over the operations must ensure that the training of those person meets the
requirements of the ACT.
4.2Employee training
4.2.1 Employers have a duty of care to provide training in safe work practices for all tasks.
Crew / employees may arrive at the vessel with knowledge and relative experience
ranging from none to any level of formal training in their job. It is the owners /
employer’s / master in some cases , responsibility to determine what level of training
and supervision each person requires relative to their qualifications and experience.
4.2.2 Training requirements may be determined by any or a combination of the following:
a. hazard management process
b. specific safety practices, e.g. manual handling of pots or traps, prevention of falls, first
aid
c. legislative requirements such as first aid, competency certification, manual handling
4.2.3 Types of training
a. Formal induction training
• provided to new crew/ employees and to crew / employees whose jobs change
• provided to contractors and visitors
• induction should include items as listed in the Appendix:
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b. Formal master / manager / supervisor training (non certification training)
Master /Manager / Supervisors training can include:
• Duty of care obligations
• Hazard management
• First Aid training
• Written work procedures
• Safety signage
• Accident investigation
• Emergency procedures
c. Job training
Job training may be general safe procedures or may involve specific legislative training such
as confined spaces, fall prevention equipment, self contained breathing apparatus etc.
5.0 HAZARD MANAGEMENT
The owner /employer/ Master shall establish management plans for the identification of
hazards, risk assessment and risk control in all workplaces. The safety and health issues as
identified in this Code will be incorporated into the OS&H management plan.
5.1 General
5.1.1 The enterprise shall establish, implement and maintain documented procedures to
ensure that:
(a) Hazards are identified
(b) Risks of the hazards are assessed
(c) Risks are controlled
(d) The system is evaluated
5.1.2 Specific industry hazards management includes the following:
• manual handling –( lifting, setting, retrieving pots) management plan
• fatigue management plan
• confined spaces management
• electrical safety
• isolation
• Prevention of falling overboard
5.2 Hazard Identification
5.2.1 The identification of hazards in the workplace shall take into account:
• Any situation that has potential to produce an injury or illness.
• The nature of potential injury or illness relevant to the activity.
• Past injuries, incidents or illnesses.
5.2.2 The identification of hazards shall also include consideration of:
• The work system on board
• The vessel design and layout
5.3 Risk Assessment
Definition: Risk Assessment is an evaluation of the likelihood of undesired events occurring
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and of harm or damage being caused, together with the value judgments made concerning
significance of the results.
5.3.1 Factors to be taken into account when evaluating risk include:
• Whether risk control is in compliance with existing legislation.
• Whether accepted industry standards are being followed, i.e. standards in this Code.
• Whether the hazard can be eliminated altogether.
• If elimination is not possible, how the hazard will be effectively controlled.
5.3.2 Risk assessment can be a subjective process with individuals placing different levels
of risk on hazards, therefore some evaluation systems are required. Table 1, 2A and
2B gives an example of a how to do a risk assessment .This process should be
followed for al identified hazards on board the vessel.
Example: Crew member sets pots with long ropes for deep water - what is the likelihood that
an injury may occur if they do not keep their feet and legs out of the ropes when setting the
pot : - probably likely. What would be the consequence of such an incident probably serious
or drowning? Therefore this hazard would be seen as a high risk and appropriate measures
should be taken to prevent an accident. Control measures should be a safe procedure for
setting pots and ensuring the crew member is trained in that procedure
Table 1
RISK = SEVERITY RATING X FREQUENCY RATING
LIKELIHOOD
CONSEQUENCE Very Likely Unlikely Highly
Likely Unlikely
Fatality High High High Medium
Serious injuries High High Medium Medium
Minor injuries High Medium Medium Low
Negligible Medium Medium Low Low
injuries
Table 2A
Consequence Description
Fatality Death
Serious injury Normally irreversible damage or injury to
health
Minor injuries Normally reversible injury or damage to health
needing several days off work
Negligible injuries First aid
Table 2B
Likelihood Description
Highly unlikely Could happen but probably never will (Rare situation)
Unlikely Could happen but only rare
Likely Could happen occasionally
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Very likely Could happen frequently
5.4 Risk Control
5.4.1 Control measures may be divided into short term immediate control measures and
long term measures. The long term aim should always be to eliminate the hazard at the
source, this may not however be possible ) example above) but whilst attempting to achieve
this aim other short term actions should be used.
5.4.2 The hierarchy of control should always be followed. This means to address control
by addressing each step:
1. Can the hazard be eliminated from the job?
2 Can the hazard be substituted i.e. substitute a chemical with less risk?
3 Is it possible to isolate the hazard from the workers i.e. acoustic shields?
4 What engineering controls need to be put in place?
5 What administrative controls need to be established i.e. training, stand-by
personnel?
6 What personal protective equipment is required?
5.4.3 Hazard control may be a combination of all of the above items, it is always expected
that personal protective equipment is the last resort however on a fishing vessel, sometimes
this is the only method of control.
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B. MARINE SAFETY REQUIREMENTS
References: Marine Act 1988 and Regulations
Uniform Shipping Laws Code (The Code)
Please refer to the Victorian Commercial Vessel Safety Handbook May 2003
In addition:
1.0Fire Prevention Procedures
1.1Smoking
a. Smoking is prohibited in accommodation areas
b. All cigarette butts must be disposed of in a proper container
1.2Housekeeping
a. Maintain good housekeeping procedures, keeping the vessel and clear of rubbish
b. Do not hang clothes over heaters or exhaust systems or near gas fired equipment
c. Use only approved appliance connections
d. Rags soaked in oil or paint should be stored in a covered metal containers away from
sources of ignition
e. Oil accumulation in the bilges is kept to a minimum
1.3 Galley
a. Grease filters and hoods over galley ranges should be cleaned regularly
b. All stoves and exhaust ductwork must be insulated
c. Keep a constant watch for leaks in fuel supply lines
d. Used boxes, bags, paper should be placed in covered non combustible case. Ensure
burners are shutoff after use
1.4 Electrical
a. Keep electrical fittings and installations in sound condition , properly insulated
b. Faulty appliances , fittings or wiring must be reported to the master immediately known
c. Flexible leads should be kept as short as possible to prevent damage
d. Circuits should not be overloaded
e. Makeshift plugs, sockets and fuses shall not be used
f. The procedures outlined in the electrical section of this Code referring to RCD’s and
portable equipment shall be followed.
2.0Deck Safety Procedures
a. Crew members should be able to move about safely on board the vessel in order to
complete tasks, as far as is practicable and walk areas should be kept free of obstructions.
b. Where there is an area on board the vessel where there is a hazard that may not be
readily apparent, the skipper shall ensure that a sign exists for that area to inform crew.
c. The deck area of the vessel shall have a slip resistant surface and is as far as practicable
free from any obstruction that may cause a person to fall.
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d. No escape hatches are to be locked.
e. Whilst the vessel is unmanned, the escape hatch may be secured (not locked) internally.
f. The master shall ensure the escape hatch is unsecured whilst the vessel is manned.
g. When working alone on deck in high risk weather conditions or in poor visibility / darkness
ensure a PFD is worn at all times
i. The skipper should ensure that the safety of the crew be considered at all times when
encountering inclement weather conditions.
3.0Access And Egress
3.1Wharf or jetty to and from the vessel
a. Where the vessel is level with the wharf / jetty a walkway or large tyres chained to the jetty
between the vessel and the jetty shall be used as practicable.
b. Where the vessel is not level with the wharf / jetty the following control options shall be
used:
• suitable steps shall be used to access the wharf or jetty from the vessel
• if the vessel is excessively lower use a walkway
• if the vessel is excessively higher use the bulwark
c. Where the vessel is not level due to high tide etc. with the wharf / jetty suitable steps shall
be used to access the vessel from the wharf or jetty.
d. Where the risk assessment deems it appropriate, steps on the inside of the vessel shall be
used to access the deck
3.2Vessel to vessel while at the wharf / jetty
a. At all times when accessing one vessel from another a walkway should be used between
vessels. In some circumstances steps may be appropriate.
3.3Larger vessel to larger vessel at sea
3.3.1 Vessel directly to another vessel shall only be done when:
a. the vessels are at anchor.
b. sea state is calm.
c. the master of the vessel determines it is safe to directly board from one vessel to
another.
d. a suitable gangway is used between vessels.
e. an approved life jacket is correctly worn by persons transferring between vessels.
3.3.2 The master of the vessel shall ensure:
a. A risk assessment is conducted.
b. The persons transferring are competent, confident and capable of the task.
c. All persons involved in the transfer shall be briefed on the procedure.
d. Man oeuvre the vessel in order to minimise the transit distance between the two
vessels.
e. Clothing is worn which is suitable for the prevailing conditions including non slip
footwear.
f. Both hands are free for boarding, therefore al equipment necessary for the boarding
task shall be carried within a backpack or passed separately aboard. The backpack
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shall be of a type that does boot interfere with the efficiency of the wearer’s life jacket.
g. Effective communications at all time between all parties.
3.4Smaller vessel (tender, dingy) to larger vessel,
3.4.1 The person in charge of the smaller vessel shall:
a. ensure a risk assessment is conducted.
b. brief the persons boarding the vessel and those on board the vessels o be boarded of
the procedure.
c. ensure the person boarding are competent and confident of carrying out the task.
d. ensure that on the approach to the vessel to be boarded that no person from either
vessel have limbs or other parts of their bodies exposed outside the respective hulls
which could expose them to being crushed.
e. keep the boarding vessel in close proximity so that communications are maintained
with all parties.
f. clothing is worn which is suitable for the prevailing conditions including non slip
footwear.
g. both hands are free for boarding , therefore all equipment necessary for the boarding
task shall be carried within a backpack or passed separately aboard.
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C. OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH , SAFETY AND
WELFARE - GENERAL
1.0 NOISE AND HEARING CONSERVATION
1.1 Definitions:
a. Exposure standard for an employer
- an eight hour equivalent continuous A – weighted sound pressure level, L
Aeq 8 h of 85 dB(A) referenced to 20 micropascals ; and
- a linear (un-weighted) peak sound pressure level , L peak of 140 dB (lin)
referenced to 20 micropascals.
b. Competent person for noise assessments: persons with technical knowledge, skills and
experience in conducting and interpreting noise measurements.
c. Representative sample: where a number for vessels have the same layout,
configurations, engine characteristics and usage a noise assessment completed for one
vessel in that group can be deemed representative for all.
1.2List of referenced documents:
Australian Standard (AS) 1259 Sound level meters, Part 1 : Non - integrating
Australian Standard (AS) 1269 Occupational noise management Part 3: Hearing Protector
program
Australian Standard (AS) 1319 Rules of the design and Use of Safety Signs in the
Occupational Environment
Australian Standard (AS) 2659.1 Guide to the use of sound measuring equipment Part 1;
Portable sound level meters
1.3Hazard identification and assessment
1.3.1 The accountable person must make an initial assessment of the noise levels on board
the vessel while the vessel is in normal operating mode by using the NOISE HAZARD
IDENTIFICATION CHECKLIST as shown here:
Yes to any of the following indicates the need for a detailed noise assessment.
¾ Is a raised voice needed to communicate with someone
about 1 metre away? Yes/ No
¾ Do people working in the area notice a reduction in hearing over
the course of the day? Yes / No
¾ Do crew experience any of the following:
• ringing in the ears? Yes / No
• the same sound having a different tone in each ear? Yes / No
• blurred hearing? Yes / No
¾ Are any long term crew members hard of hearing? Yes / No
¾ Are personal hearing protectors supplied? Yes / No
¾ Are signs, indicating that personal hearing protectors should
be worn, posted at the hazard area Yes / No
¾ Does any equipment have manufacturer’s noise information
(including labels) that indicates noise levels equal or greater than
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any of the following:
• 90dB (A) L Aeq, Yes / No
• 140 dB peak noise level, Yes / No
1.3.2 Where there is a YES answer to any of the above the accountable person must
organize a formal noise assessment conducted by a competent person in accordance with
the OHSW Regulations (see 10.4 below)
1.3.3 Where there are a number of vessels with similar configuration, layout and
workprocesses, a representative sample can be done
1.3.4 Where there were no YES answers in 10.3.1 above , but the possibility exists of a
hazard by crew members raising the noise as a hazard then the accountable person must
ensure the control measures are in place
1.4Noise assessment
1.4.1 A formal noise assessment will provide information on :
a. identify all the crew members who are likely to be exposed to noise above the exposure
level
b. obtain information on the noise source and work practices on the vessel that contribute to
the noise hazards
c. check on the effectiveness of noise reduction measures already in use
d. help in selecting personal hearing protection
e. identify hearing protection areas and areas where signs need to be installed
1.5Hazard control – specific measures
1.5.1 Where a formal noise assessment demonstrates that noise hazards above the
exposure standard exist on the vessel , then the accountable person must ensure the control
measures shall be implemented.
1.5.2 The formal noise assessment will give suggestions of control measures that can be
used to minimize the noise on board the vessel
1.5.3 When addressing control measures the accountable person must follow this order :
a. Can you install engineering noise controls including;
¾ When purchasing and installing new plant ensure the anticipated noise levels are
considered prior to purchase
¾ With existing plant some suggestions are listed:
• replace parts of the plant that are a source of the noise levels
• resilient mounting of vibrating machinery
• Maintain a high standard of plant maintenance ie in the engine room
• Isolate or enclose vibrating parts
• Install noise absorbing material
• Flexible mountings for exhaust , ventilation and other service lines
• Seals around doors and openings between spaces
• Seals where wires or pipes penetrate the deck over the engine room
b. Once you have done all you can in engineering controls and then noise levels are still
equal to or above the exposure level , then implement administrative controls such as:
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• Limit the time crew are exposed to the hazard area
• Ensure crew are not in noise hazard area where they are not require for work
purposes
c. Once you have done all you can in the engineering and administrative controls then
provide personal hearing protection to all those crew in the noise hazard area or whom
have to enter an area where there is a noise hazard. Personal hearing protection for crew
involves :
• Crew members shall be provided with personal hearing protection that meets the
requirements of AS 1270 Acoustics – hearting protectors and AS 1269 -
Occupational Noise Management Part 3: Hearing Protector Program
• This information will generally provided from the competent person conducting the
noise assessment
• In addition any person entering the engine room (whilst machinery is running) will
wear approved hearing protection.
1.5Selection of personal hearing protection
a. When choosing the personal hearing protection in accordance with the formal noise
assessment the following items must be considered
• The level of noise reduction required on the vessel
• The suitability of the hearing protection for use on the vessel and the conditions of work
• The comfort , weight and clamping force of the hearing protector
• The fit to the user
b. The noise assessment form the competent person will explain the options in the selection
of the PHP
1.6Additional requirements
The accountable person shall ensure
a. All crew members will be provided with information and training on:
• Inspection for wear and tear or defects , maintenance, and storage of the personal
hearing protection
• Any vessel requirements , ie personal hearing protectors shall be worn at all times
when in the engine room ( while it is in operation)
• Basic training elements of the requirements in the NOHSC Core training Elements
b. The noise assessment should be repeated every 5 years or wherever you have changed
the plant or equipment or vessel work layout
c. All areas where the noise levels require hearing protection , signs must be installed on the
outside ( e.g. engine room) to indicate that hearing protection must be worn. The signs
must be in accordance with AS 1319.
1.7Hearing assessments
1.5.1.1 Where a crewmember must wear personal hearing protectors, audiometric (hearing)
testing must be carried out.
1.5.1.2 The testing (audiometric) must be conducted by an appropriately trained and
experienced person in accordance with the specifications in Part 4 of the AS/NZS
1269
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1.5.2 Audiometric testing must be carried out no later than 3 months after commencement of
engagement on the vessel; when a reasonable request is made by a crew member or
at least every 2 years or when requested to do so by an inspector
1.5.3 Audiometric testing record must be kept for 20 years from the date of the last test
1.5.4 Audiometric testing records must be made available on demand to an employee or an
inspector
1.5.5 Please contact your Fishing Industry body for guidance in this area
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2.0CHEMICALS AND HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES
2.1 Definitions:
‘Hazardous substance’ means a substance –
(a) entered in the List of Designated Hazardous Substances [NOHSC ( 1999)]; or
(b) if the substance is not entered in the List of Designated Hazardous Substances,
determine in accordance with the Approved Criteria for Classifying Hazardous Substances
[NOHSC: 1008 ( 1994)] whether the substance is a hazardous substance.
‘Material Safety Data Sheet’( MSDS): is a document prepared by the manufacturer or
importer of hazardous substance.
2.2 Identify the hazard by:
a. list down all the chemical substances used or are present on the vessel or in the
workshop
b. check to see how those substances are stored, used and moved from one place to
another
c. check to see if the chemicals are stored in an – appropriate containers i.e. old drink
containers
d. check to see if there is a MSDS available for the substance
e. check to see if the chemicals are labeled correctly and the labels are legible
f. check to see if you have all the necessary personal protective equipment and first
aid requirements
2.3 Assess the risk of the hazard by:
a. Read the MSDS
b. Does the MSDS say it is classified as in the List of Designated Hazardous
Substances [NOHSC ( 1999)];if so go to 2.4 below
c. Does the chemical contain ingredients that are medium to high risk when used
d. Determine how many people are going to be exposed to the chemical and for how
long
e. Is the chemical to be used in a confined space or a place with little or no ventilation
2.4 Where the substance has been identified as in the List of Designated Hazardous
Substances [NOHSC (1999)] as per the MSDS:
a. complete the Chemical Inventory and Hazardous Substances Register (See
Appendix 4)
b. where there is a significant risk of injury or harm to health through exposure to the
chemical is identified prepare a written report and ensure that controls are put in
place to reduce the exposure and to protect the employee from injury or harm to
health .
c. the initial hazard assessment will need to be reviewed:
• Every five years.
• There are significant changes in the volume and rate of production, plant,
material, process and control measures.
• There are significant changes in the physical layout of the workplace.
• The periodic inspection of engineering controls indicates deterioration.
• Accidents or near misses have occurred which may indicate inadequate
controls are in place.
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• Health checks indicate a loss of control over the hazardous substance.
• New or improved control technology becomes available.
• The assessment report must be kept on file and be made available at any
time to any person who might be exposed to the hazardous substance.
2.5 Controlling the risk
a. When addressing control measures follow this order:
• Can you eliminate the chemical you want to use and use another process or
another chemical that is less harmful
• Can you isolate the worker or provide some form of effective local extraction
ventilation.
• Can you change the way people do the work or the time they spend handling
the chemical.
• Provide the people with personal protective equipment, i.e. gloves,
respirators.
2.6 Material Safety data Sheets (MSDS)
a. The MSDS must be obtained on any substance prior to use of the substance or
exposure to the substance by any person.
b. The MSDS shall be used as part of the risk assessment on the chemical hazard.
c. The MSDS shall be readily available to any person using the substance.
d. The MSDS obtained from a supplier shall not be altered.
e. Crew must be trained in how to interpret the MSDS
2.7 Labels/ storage
a. All containers of substances shall be labelled to allow the substance to be used safely
b. Where a chemical/ hazardous substance is decanted and not all used immediately,
the container must be labelled as per the original , ( as relevant in accordance with
National Code of Practice for the Labelling of Workplace Substances [NOHSC:
2012(1994)].)
c. Where a decanted substance is completely used immediately, no labelling is required
provided that the container is cleaned so that it no longer contains the substance
d. Where the hazardous substance is contained in an enclosed system such as a pipe or
piping system or a process or a reactor vessel, all persons who might be exposed to the
substance must be advised.
e. Labels or colour codes of the container of the hazardous substance or an enclosed
system shall not be removed, defaced, modified or altered, unless the container has been
cleaned and no longer contains the hazardous substance.
f. Volatile substances (e.g. petrol) should be handled appropriately considering the
following factors.
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• Keep away from naked flames.
• Ensure good ventilation in storage areas.
2.8 Registers
a. A register of all chemicals shall be maintained with all relevant MSDS’s for each
substance.
b. A register of current (less than 5 years old) MSDS for all substances shall be kept.
c. All persons with potential exposure to the substance shall have access to the register
2.9 Training
a. Induction training for employees should include: (see induction checklist)
• Potential health risks and any toxic effects associated with the substances to be
used.
• Hazard identification, assessment and control methods.
• Reading of a MSDS.
• Safe work procedures.
• Emergency/first aid procedures.
• Selection, use, fit and maintenance of personal protective equipment and clothing.
b. On the job training should include:
• Information regarding the specific chemical and hazardous substances that will be
used.
• Use of correct ventilation.
• Safe work practices.
• Handling and Storage.
c. Training records must be kept and they are to include:
• Names of persons who received the training and dates trained
• What training was provided and for how long
• Who provided the training
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3.0SKIN CANCER / EYE DAMAGE PREVENTION
3.1 Definitions
UVR: Ultraviolet radiation – part of the electromagnetic spectrum emitted from the sun which
cannot be seen by the human eye. Contains two ranges, UVA and UVB. UVR is at its
greatest intensity between 10am and 3pm and is approximately 3 times high in the summer
than in the winter.
UVA: Ultraviolet long wavelength radiation (in the range of 314-400nm) responsible for skin
tanning and ageing.
UVB: Ultraviolet short wavelength radiation (in the range of 280-315nm) responsible for
blistering sunburn and skin cancer.
SPF: Sun Protection Factor – labelled 4 to 60+. The SPF 15+ is recommended for use in
Australia.
EPF: Eye Protection Factor – scaled from 1 – 10. The higher the number the higher the
protection. An EPF 10 is recommended for use in the fishing industry.
Broad spectrum: Referring to labelling on sunscreen as being capable of screening both
UVA and UVB rays.
Glare: Reflected, scattered or horizontal radiation from the whole sky. Timber reflects 6.6%
UVR, fibreglass 9.1%, open water 3.3% and ocean 8%
Solar noon: When the sun is at its highest in the sky. Perth readings are January, 11.2
minutes; June, 96 minutes.
Cataracts: Cloudiness of the eye lens.
Photo keratopathy: Sunburn of the cornea.
Solar keratopathy: Cloudiness of the cornea.
Pterygium: (pronounced terigium) An overgrowth of the conjunctiva on to the cornea.
Cancer of the conjunctiva: Cancer of the membrane covering the white part of the eye.
Skin cancer of the eyelids: Development of basal cell carcinoma on the eyelid.
Photosensitising medication: Makes the body and eyes more sensitive to sunlight and can
be found in many medicines including antibiotics such as tetracycline.
3.2 Personal health issues from outdoor work:
People who constantly work outdoors where the glare factor is high are at increased risk of
suffering from the following health effects:
a. Short term eye damage can lead to inflammation of the eye causing:
• Excessive blinking and tears
• Feeling of grit in the eye
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• Difficulty looking at strong lights
• Swelling of the eye
b. Long term eye damage can lead to:
• Cataracts
• Photo keratopathy
• Solar keratopathy
• Pterygium
• Cancer of the conjunctiva
• Skin cancer of the eyelids
c. Headaches
d. Eye fatigue
3.3 Risk Management
a. The following risk assessment factors to be considered:
• Amount of time fishers spend in the open ocean.
• Time during the day fishers are on deck – UVR highest intensity between 10 am
and 3 pm.
• Seasonal solar issues – three times higher in the summer than in the winter,
depending upon cloud cover and geographical positioning.
• Materials contained in vessel construction ie aluminium, fibre glass, timber etc.
and the amount of reflected radiation that material gives off.
• Geographical position in relation to equator – the nearer the equator the higher the
UVR rating.
• The taking of photosensitising medication.
b. Risk Control
The master should ensure crew adopt the following controls :
• During all daylight fishing and deck work, sunglasses must be worn. Sunglasses
are to have an eye protection factor level of 10, have wrap-around polaroid
glarefoil lenses which eliminate 95% of direct UVR and 99.9% of reflected or
scattered light and comply with AS/NZS1337 & 1338.2 for safety and prescription
sunglasses or AS/NZS 1067 for non safety sunglasses. Sunglasses are not to be
worn at night.
• A wide brimmed (8cm) hat or cap with a flap will reduce the UVR to the face by up
to 50% and should be worn whenever practicable provided it does not
compromise the safety of the work being carried out at that time.
• A broad spectrum 30+ sunscreen should be used. For best protection layer
sunscreen, do not rub it in.
• If prescription medication is being taken, ask doctor to prescribe a non
photosensitising medication whenever possible.
• An annual eye check should be undertaken to ensure that any eye damage is
detected as early as possible.
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