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Safe Work Procedures

SafetyNet Online

 

What is a safe work procedure?

A safe work procedure or SWP is a written instruction outlining the preferred method of performing a task/activity whilst emphasising ways to minimise any risk(s) of harm. A SWP outlines the potential hazards and associated controls measures to be applied.

What are the required documents?

Download the following documents to setup your own SWP's.

Can SWP's be entered online?

Staff have access to enter safe work procedures into SafetyNet.

Last reviewed: 3 November, 2009

Health and Safety Awards

Health and Safety Award winners announced for 2009! 

  • Category 1. Travis Naylor
  • Category 2. School of Health Sciences
  • Category 3. Sasha Nikolic

All nominees are to be congratulated for their efforts in improving health and safety for University staff, students and visitors.

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Emergency Procedures Guide

A quick guide on what to do in the event of an emergency.

Emergency Procedures Guide