MTM - Personal Protective Equipment Minimum User Requirements (L0-SQE-GDL-002.Rev1)

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENTMINIMUM USER REQUIREMENTS L0-SQE-GDL-002 Version: 1 Effective from: 7th September 2012 Approval Amendment Record Approval Date Version Description Initial Issue. Supports L0-SQE-PRO-019 Management of 07/09/2012 1 Personal Protective Equipment. Approving Manager: General Manager HSEQ Approval Date: 07/09/2012 Next Review Date: 07/09/2015 PRINTOUT MAY NOT BE UP-TO-DATE; REFER TO METRO INTRANET FOR THE LATEST VERSION Page 1 of 4 PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT MINIMUM USER REQUIREMENTS L0-SQE-GDL-002 Version: 1 Effective from: 7th September 2012 1. Purpose To provide minimum user requirements for Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for Metro staff, contractors and visitors working on the Metro Trains Network. 2. Guidelines The selection, fitting, use, care and replacement of PPE must comply with relevant Australian/New Zealand Standards and with the manufacturers specifications. All personnel are responsible for:  Following this guideline where applicable and complying with L0-SQE-PRO-019 Management of Personal Protective Equipment.  Using or wearing PPE in accordance with any information, training or reasonable instruction.  Using or wearing PPE in accordance with specific worksite requirements.  Attending relevant awareness/training sessions related to PPE.  Carrying out pre-use inspections.  Informing Line Managers / Supervisors of any damage to, defect in or need to clean or decontaminate any PPE.  Ensuring PPE is used correctly and suitable for the tasks performed and included on relevant JSEA/SWMS.  Notifying their Line Manager / Supervisor of the need for PPE.  Wearing sunscreen (SPF30+) when working outdoors during daylight hours.  Where required, making application for prescription safety glasses and forwarding to their Line Manager / Supervisor for action.  Notifying their Line Manager / Supervisor of any medical condition or other special requirements which will preclude the wearing of designated PPE. High Visibility clothing is to be fastened at all times to maintain encirclement of the torso and to prevent snagging and/or entanglement. Where the listed minimum PPE requirements do not safely suit the task at hand, the risk assessment for the task should identify additional PPE required. Where additional PPE is required that is not listed as an approved item, separate approval must be sought with a supporting risk assessment, from the GM-HSEQ. In case of doubt, refer to local instructions for PPE requirements specific to the location / workplace being entered or task/s being undertaken. Visitors and Contractors on MTM sites are to comply with the requirements of this procedure, and with L0-SQE-PRO-019 Management of Personal Protective Equipment. The following items are not to be worn / taken into the rail corridor:  Red, green or yellow clothing (a driver could mistake it for a track siding signal or flag).  Any items coloured red, green or yellow, including clipboards, folders, lunchboxes, umbrellas, bags etc  Unapproved high visibility clothing. Approving Manager: General Manager HSEQ Approval Date: 07/09/2012 Next Review Date: 07/09/2015 PRINTOUT MAY NOT BE UP-TO-DATE; REFER TO METRO INTRANET FOR THE LATEST VERSION Page 2 of 4 PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT MINIMUM USER REQUIREMENTS L0-SQE-GDL-002 Version: 1 Effective from: 7th September 2012 The following are mandatory, minimum requirements when working: In the rail corridor or sidings when undertaking maintenance or construction works:  Approved high visibility vest / clothing  Steel capped, lace up boots with ankle support  Hard Hat  Eye protection  Long sleeve shirt  Full length trousers  Gloves available (not necessarily worn, dependent on task) In locations other than rail corridor or sidings when undertaking maintenance or construction works:  Approved high visibility vest / clothing  Steel capped, lace up boots with ankle support  Hard Hat  Long sleeve shirt  Full length trousers  Gloves available (not necessarily worn, dependent on task) In the rail corridor or sidings when NOT undertaking maintenance or construction works (e.g. driver, TSO, auditor...etc) :  Approved high visibility vest / clothing  Steel capped, lace up boots with ankle support In a depot, other than in designated walkway zones or offices:  Approved high visibility vest / clothing  Steel capped, lace up boots with ankle support  Long sleeve shirt  Full length trousers In the station environment, when performing train side duties:  Approved high visibility vest / clothing  Steel capped, lace up boots with ankle support  Long sleeve shirt  Full length trousers Approving Manager: General Manager HSEQ Approval Date: 07/09/2012 Next Review Date: 07/09/2015 PRINTOUT MAY NOT BE UP-TO-DATE; REFER TO METRO INTRANET FOR THE LATEST VERSION Page 3 of 4 PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT MINIMUM USER REQUIREMENTS L0-SQE-GDL-002 Version: 1 Effective from: 7th September 2012 3. Related Documents L0-SQE-PRO-019 Management of Personal Protective Equipment L0-SQE-MAN-002 Safety Management System Manual 4. References and Legislation Occupational Health and Safety Act 2004 (Vic) Model Work Health and Safety Act, revised draft 2011 Rail Safety Act 2006 (Vic) Approving Manager: General Manager HSEQ Approval Date: 07/09/2012 Next Review Date: 07/09/2015 PRINTOUT MAY NOT BE UP-TO-DATE; REFER TO METRO INTRANET FOR THE LATEST VERSION Page 4 of 4