06/1168 - Change a Development Approval [As Published] · 132006.1168.02

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15. Storage and Use of Plant and Materials

15.1 Hazardous Chemical/Material Usage and Storage

15.1.1 General

No significant quantities of hazardous or dangerous chemicals/materials will be used or stored at the
construction site throughout the duration of construction activities.

15.1.2 Objectives

» Toensure that all hazardous chemicals and materials are stored appropriately on the site so as to
avoid possible spills and site contamination and subsequent risk to employees and sub-contractors
and the surrounding environment.

15.1.3 Requirements

» All hazardous chemicals/materials that are required to be stored on the site will be stored securely
within an on-site storage container in a manner consistent with the relevant Australian Standard. This
storage container will be locked after working hours to prevent unauthorised entry.

» All hazardous chemicals/materials that are required to be stored on the site will be recorded on the
on-site register of hazardous materials to be kept at the site.

» All stored hazardous chemicals/materials will be clearly identified with name of substance, whether
toxic in nature and toxicity rating.

» Any contaminant spills (including oils and petrol) that occur on-site will be immediately contained and
remediated. Spill kits that are appropriate to the chemicals/materials used will be kept in the work
area.

» Refuelling is to occur off-site or with appropriate controls taken by a fuel contractor. Proper
environmental measures should be in place for avoiding any spillage during refuelling.

» The Safety Plan for the construction site should feature emergency contact numbers such as nearest
hospital, Poisons Information Centre, fire Station and any other relevant emergency number numbers.

15.1.4 Responsibilities

Site Foreman

The Site Foreman will be responsible for the following:

» Ensuring that all hazardous or dangerous chemicals/materials used on the site are stored according
to the provisions outlined above.

» Prior to conclusion of working hours, the Site Foreman shall ensure that the storage container is
securely locked so as to prevent unauthorised entry.

» Ensuring that the hazardous materials register is updated regularly and kept in an easily accessible
area in the site office.

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