1. Risk Assessments for Camps and Excursions
Presented by CECV OHS Team

2. Learning Objectives Understand what is a hazard
Be able to assess the level of risk
Be able to select appropriate risk controls
Consider all possible risks for camps and excursions

3. What is a hazard?
A hazard is any source of potential damage, harm or adverse health effects on something or someone.
Water on the floor

4. What is a risk?
Risk is the chance or probability that a person will be harmed or experience an adverse health effect if exposed to a hazard. It may also apply to situations with property or equipment loss, or harmful effects on the environment. Risk is determined through considering the likelihood and consequence. A risk matrix is used to determine risk.
Example: likelihood and consequence of someone slipping over on spilled water, and sustaining an injury

5. Risk Matrix
UNACCEPTABLE
RISK
ACCEPTABLE
RISK

6. Risk controls – Selection
When selecting appropriate risk controls the Hierarchy of Controls should be utilised. This is a system which aims to eliminate or minimize exposure to hazards. Control effectiveness reduces as you move down the pyramid.

7. Hierarchy of Controls - examples
Elimination – stop doing the task / activity.
Substitution – substitute a hazardous chemical for a less hazardous chemical
Engineering – install a physical barrier, redesign a work space
Administrative – implement policies, procedures, training etc.
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) - wear safety glasses, gloves, closed toed shoes, hats etc.

8. Considerations for Camps & Excursions
Special needs (e.g. mobility or vision impairment)
Medical conditions (e.g. Anaphylaxis, Asthma etc.)
Travel including supplementary transport in case of breakdown or accident
Immediate medical attention for injuries sustained
Extreme Weather Conditions (e.g. hot days, high winds, rain, hail etc.)

9. Tips on good risk management
Always think of the worst case scenario
Consider risks to ALL attendees (staff, students, volunteers etc.)
Consider higher order risk controls (elimination, substitution, engineering), where possible prior to considering lower order risk controls (administrative, PPE)

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