2023-05-02_ART_V4

Safety training

GWO Advanced Rescue Training Standard / V4 2023-05-02

f.

require special information/training

g.

unusual strength or height required for the activity

h.

specialist knowledge or training required

For the Load considerations should include:

a.

heavy

b.

bulky or unwieldy

c.

difficult to grasp

d.

difficult to grip

e.

unstable or unpredictable

f.

contents likely to move or shift

g.

intrinsically harmful (e.g. sharp/hot)

h.

sharp edges

For the (work) Environment considerations should include:

a. constraints on posture, e.g. working on knees, laying on back

b.

restricted spaces

c.

poor floors, e.g. greasy, wet, uneven

d.

variations in levels, e.g. stairs, thresholds

e.

hot/cold/humid conditions

f. strong air movements, e.g. outside of tower, nacelle, etc.

g.

poor lighting conditions

h.

weather conditions; rain, gust, wind, temperature

Additionally, it is recommended to consider additional factors including whether the activity is hindered or enhanced by wearing particular protective clothing or PPE and work/organisation (psychosocial) factors such as training, sudden changes in workload, communication, consultation, etc. 3. Good handling technique A good handling technique is no substitute for other risk-reduction steps, such as providing lifting aids, or improvements to the task, load or working environment. Moving the load by rocking, pivoting, rolling or sliding is

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