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After Hours Procedure

The purpose of this procedure is to ensure that local areas implement a process to control the risks associated with after-hours work and study.

Agenda template

Use this template to set a meeting agenda

Alcohol Risk Management Procedure

This procedure outlines the minimum requirements for providing alcohol to workers, students, contractors and visitors who are participating in Monash University activities.

HSW audit program

A requirement of the Monash University ISO 45001:2018 certification is that external and internal audits are conducted at regular planned intervals.

Audits, inspections and monitoring

The Health Safety and Wellbeing team conducts occupational health and safety audits, inspections and monitoring of Monash University-related activities to ensure health and safety risks are maintained at an acceptable level.

Australian Bat Lyssavirus

ABL is a rare but serious virus found in bats across Australia. Learn about the risks and what to do if you're exposed to it.

Bacterial Testing of Cooling Towers Procedure

Sets out the requirements for the treatment and notification of Legionella bacteria and elevated bacterial levels in cooling tower water and confirmed cases of Legionnaires disease at Monash.

Becoming a First Aider

Learn about the qualifications and immunisation you need to become a First Aider at Monash University.

Biosafety

If you’re working with animals or biological matter, you need to know about the associated hazards and training you need.

BPD report guide - SARAH

Building Emergency Induction Checklist template

Information to be provided by the Building Warden (or Deputy) to Floor Wardens (FWs) following completion of the online Floor Warden training.

Building Emergency Induction Checklist template

Information to be provided by the Building Warden (or Deputy) to Floor Wardens (FWs) following completion of the online Floor Warden training.

Carbon fibre composites

Learn about the health risks associated with carbon fibre composites and how to manage them.

Carcinogens user notification record

Caulfield Defibrillator Locations Map

Map of where you can find defibrillators at Caulfield.

Centrally-managed risk assessments

To make safety planning easier, we provide centrally-managed risk assessments (CMRAs) for common activities, developed and approved by the Health, Safety & Wellbeing team.

ChemWatch ChemFFX User Guide

User guide for the Chemwatch platform

Chemical safety

Safety information, systems, checklists and procedures for working with chemicals, biologicals and hazardous materials.

Chemical waste labelling and disposal

A guide for labelling, segregating and safely disposing chemical waste.

Chemical pre-purchase checklist

Requirements that must be checked before purchasing new chemicals.

Chemical pre purchase checklist

Requirements to be checked prior to the purchase of new chemicals.

Minor Chemical Storage

Storage of chemicals allowed within buildings without fire protection requirements.

Chemical Waste Poster

Reactivity and classifications of waste.

Chemwatch

Chemwatch is our chemical management system. It gives you access to Safety Data Sheets and allows you to create a local chemical register to help track your chemical inventory.

Chemwatch Procedure

This procedure sets out the requirements for viewing Safety Data Sheets (SDSs) and establishing and maintaining a chemical register in the Chemwatch chemical management system.

Chemwatch manifest template

A spreadsheet template for making Chemwatch manifests.

Children on campus

Sometimes you might need to bring a child to campus. Make sure you understand your responsibilities as a parent or caregiver.

Clayton Defibrillator Locations Map

Map of where you can find defibrillators at Clayton.

Confidential Risk Assessment

Confined Space Risk Management Procedure

The purpose of this document is to provide an overarching framework for the effective management of Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) associated with confined spaces and confined space entry at Monash University.

Corrective actions register

Template for a corrective actions register.

Cryogenics

Check the training required to work with cryogenics and how you should handle and store liquid nitrogen.

Cryogenics Guidance Material for Safety Officers

Respirable Crystalline Silica Guidelines

This information is for Monash staff, students and contractors who work with materials containing crystalline silica and to advise of the health risks associated with exposure to respirable crystalline silica dust.

Cooling tower test results for 2025

A table of the 2025 cooling tower test results.

Clayton status summary

Summary of cooling tower testing at Clayton campus

HSW Cyclic events checklist

Track your area's progress and report at local HSW committee meetings.

Defibrillator maintenance checklist - Defibtech DDU-100

6 month maintenance log

Defibrillator maintenance checklist - Mediana HeartOn A15

6 month maintenance log

Defibrillator maintenance checklist - Physio Control LIFEPAK CR Plus

6 month maintenance log

Defibrillator maintenance checklist - ZOLL AED Plus

6 month maintenance log

Defibrillator post-use checklist - Defibtech DDU-100

Complete this checklist after a defibrillator has been used

Defibrillator post-use checklist - Mediana HeartOn A15

Complete this checklist after a defibrillator has been used

Defibrillator post-use checklist - Physio Control LIFEPAK CR Plus

Complete this checklist after a defibrillator has been used

Defibrillator post-use checklist - ZOLL AED Plus

Complete this checklist after a defibrillator has been used

Defibrillators

Learn how to access and use a defibrillator, as well as where to find them on all Monash campuses, hospitals, and other off-campus locations.

Designated Work Group & Health and Safety Representative Procedure

This procedure aims to fulfill the requirements of the OHS Act 2004 (Vic) in relation to “Part 7 - Representation of Employees” by providing the context for how these requirements are to be undertaken at Monash University.

Dive Plan Approval form

Must be submitted for approval to the Diving Safety Officer (DSO) prior to conducting diving activities.

Dive Site Registration form

Used to assess the risks associated with a particular dive site, or a group of dive sites with similar attributes and located within a reasonable distance.

Drone Safety Management Procedure

To detail the responsibilities and actions required to manage all drone operations conducted by or on behalf of Monash in Australia

Drones

Learn about the qualifications you need and procedures you need to follow to fly a drone at Monash.

E-bikes and scooters

Learn the safe ways you can store and charge e-bikes and e-scooters on campus.

Earthworks Risk Management Procedure

The purpose of this Procedure is to provide an overarching framework for the effective management of Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) associated with underground disturbance and the corresponding risks at Monash University.

Electrical safety

Electrical risks can occur whenever you may come into contact with electricity. This includes exposure to live parts, faulty equipment or damaged leads, using equipment that isn’t suited to the environment, and slips or trips caused by cords or devices.

Electrical Safety Procedure

This procedure details the requirements for ensuring electrical safety for all electrical equipment and installations used on campuses and as part of University sanctioned activities by Monash workers and students, contractors, visitors, hire companies or any other person or associated agency.

Electrical equipment rules poster

Emergency management

Monash has an emergency management framework in place to plan for, and respond to, potential emergencies occurring.

Emergency Management Procedure

The purpose of this procedure is to establish the framework for emergency management to ensure that workers can effectively respond to emergencies and minimise adverse consequences.

Emergency contact proforma

Emergency Response Plan template

This template will assist the Emergency Control Organisation (ECO) in the development of the building emergency response during an evacuation for their building.

Ergonomic Design Procedure

This procedure sets out the ergonomic design requirements for general and open plan office space, reception areas and flat floor teaching spaces

Ergonomic task chairs

Learn what you need to know before buying an ergonomic task chair, their essential features, and the models Monash endorses.

Ergonomics and manual handling

Learn why movement matters, and important ergonomic principles. View videos and access vital information on keeping your body safe from injury at work.

Event planning and risk management

If you're planning an event for Monash (on or off site), you're responsible for keeping everyone safe – including staff, students and visitors. This guide outlines key health and safety issues to consider when planning, setting up or running your event.

Events and people on campus

Whether you're planning an event, working outdoors or bringing children or pets to campus, it's important to understand what's expected and how to keep everyone safe.

EWIS Panel Operation Guide

This guide outlines the EWIS’ components and their function to assist Building wardens with operating the panel

Placement Organisation

First Aid Kit (Working from Home) Contents List

Contents of a first aid kit for home office environment - suitable for staff working from home

Template of eight QR codes for online first aid reports

Eight QR codes for completing a first aid report form online.

Template of six QR codes for online first aid reports

Six QR codes for completing a first aid report form online.

Fire Extinguisher Guide

Learn about the different types of fire extinguishers and the types of fire they're used for.

First Aid

Learn all about first aid at Monash, including first aid kits, forms, and assessments.

First aid for cyanide exposure

Cyanide is very toxic, and exposure can be life-threatening. Learn about the associated health risks and how you should manage them.

First Aid Procedure

This procedure specifies the minimum requirements and responsibilities for the provision of First Aid at Monash University.

First Aiders at Monash

Learn about the First Aiders role details and responsibilities at Monash University – recording and reporting injuries, hygiene and infection control, calling for help, and support.

First aid assessment on campus form

Form for first aid assessments that occur on campus.

First Aid for Burns Guidelines

How to treat, document and report guidelines.

First Aid for Electric Shock Guidelines

First aid for research animal bites, scratches and splashes guidelines

This guideline is for all research animal bites, scratches, and splashes except for exposure to macaques.

First Aid for Suspected Exposure to Macacine Alphaherpesvirus 1 (B Virus)

This document sets out the minimum actions required following a suspected exposure to Macacine alphaherpesvirus 1 (B virus)

First aid report form

First aid assessment example

Examples of completed first aid assessments.

First aid assessment tool

First aid kit contents

A breakdown of the different first aid kits and their contents.

First aid kit numbers

First aid assessment off campus form

Floor Warden Action Cards

Provides a quick reference to key actions for a variety of emergency scenarios, which are aligned to FW training and Monash emergency procedures.

Footwear in laboratories poster

Provides guidance for selecting appropriate footwear when working in laboratories, where there is a risk of spills from hazardous chemicals and/or microbiological materials.

Forklift Safety Procedure

The purpose of this procedure is to provide a framework in the identification, assessment and control of specific risks associated with forklift truck activities in buildings, car parks, service roads and Victorian gazetted roads at Monash University.

Forklift authorisation to drive

Form to register licenced forklift operators

Forklift pre start checklist

This checklist is to be completed every day prior to using the equipment.

Fume cupboards

Learn how fume cupboards work, how to use them correctly, and when extra equipment is needed.

Gas cylinder water capacity guide

Gas cylinder sizes and their water capacities.

Gas storage poster

Requirements for the minor storage of gases.

Guidance Health and Safety Assessment

Guidance for Safety Officers

Guideline for developing local OHS training

How to complete a workplace inspection or spot check

These guidelines provide a practical approach about how to conduct a workplace inspection or a spot check.

Headphones, earphones or earbuds

If you’re using headphones, earphones or earbuds, it’s important to remain aware of your surroundings. You’ll need to be able to hear emergency alarms or calls for help.

Health & Safety Issue Resolution Procedure

This procedure provides the process for the timely and effective resolution of unresolved or outstanding OHS issues.

Health Surveillance Procedure

This procedure sets out the requirements of the Health Surveillance program at Monash University to ensure the early detection and prevention of any adverse health effects on workers/students and assist in the evaluation of risk control measures.

Health and Safety checklist for placement

A checklist for placement health and safety requirements, including a declaration.

Health Safety and Wellbeing Objectives 2024-2026

In our pursuit of education and research excellence, Monash is committed to providing staff, students, contractors and visitors, with a healthy, safe and supportive environment.

Healthy Food Procedure

This procedure outlines how Monash University will support staff and students to make healthy food choices by ensuring healthy food options are available, accessible, promoted and well-priced in food retail, catering and vending at the University.

Hepatitis B

Hepatitis B is a viral disease that affects your liver and is a major public health problem worldwide. Hepatitis B immunisation is recommended for anyone involved in healthcare (including first aiders) or working with human biological matter.

High Risk Scheduled Drugs and Poisons Procedure

This procedure sets out the requirements for the purchase, access, use and destruction of high risk scheduled drugs and poisons (S8/S9/S4D)

Hot Works Risk Management Procedure

The purpose of this Procedure is to provide an overarching framework for the effective management of Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) associated with hot works and the corresponding increased risk of fire at Monash University sites.

HSW Induction and Training Procedure

This procedure outlines the requirements to enable Management to identify Health Safety and Wellbeing (HSW) induction and training requirements to ensure that their staff, students, contractors and visitors are aware of health and safety responsibilities.

HSW Roles and Responsibilities Procedure

This procedure sets out Health Safety and Wellbeing (HSW) roles and responsibilities at various functions and levels within Monash. It ensures that the requirements of the relevant governing OHS legislation, Standards and the Monash’s Health Safety and Wellbeing Policy are met.

HSW cyclic events checklist

This checklist has been developed to assist you in tracking your area's progress and reporting at local HSW Committee meetings.

Hydrofluoric acid

Hydrofluoric acid (HF) is one of the most corrosive substances used in labs. Check the health risks HF poses and how you should manage them.

Immunisation Procedure

This procedure sets out the immunisation requirements for staff, students, associates and visitors who are potentially at risk of exposure to vaccine-preventable diseases due to their work or study.

Immunisations

All adults in the Australian community are encouraged to maintain immunity to tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis, polio, measles and mumps. Sometimes you may also have additional immunisation requirements for your role at Monash.

Indoor thermal comfort

Thermal comfort is how comfortable you feel with the temperature around you – whether it’s too hot, too cold or just right.

Animal research module induction checklist

The local area induction for the animal facility must be delivered by the Facility Manager or authorised delegate.

Contractors or visitors induction checklist

This induction checklist is to be completed by all contractors and visitors working within Monash University upon entering a local area to undertake work

Cryogenic facility induction checklist

The local area induction for the specific cryogenic facility must be delivered by the relevant facility manager or authorised delegate who has been trained in cryogenics.

Laboratory workshop or studio induction

This induction checklist is to be completed by all staff and students upon entering a local area to undertake work.

Radiation module induction checklist

This induction authorises the inductee to enter a facility that utilises ionising radiation, however training is required prior to handling radioactive materials.

Staff honours or post graduate induction checklist

This induction checklist is to be completed by all Monash staff or honours and postgraduate students upon entering a local area to undertake work.

Information for HSW personnel

If you have a HSW role and work at Melbourne City campus, you’ll need to know some basic HSW information to make sure you stay safe while on site.

Information for staff

If you’re a staff member working at Melbourne City campus, you’ll need to know some basic HSW information to make sure you stay safe while on site.

Immediate Incident Management

A poster about how to manage incidents.

If you are injured at work poster

WorkSafe poster that must be displayed at workplaces

Isolation of Plant Procedure

This procedure is applicable to all plant that may cause personal injury or death due to uncontrolled or accidental re-activation of hazardous energy sources.

HSW issue resolution flowchart

Follow the formal issue resolution process outlined in this flowchart to resolve any issues.

Labelling of decanted chemicals

There are labelling requirements for decanted chemicals you’ll need to follow at Monash University.

Laboratory Animal Allergy (LAA)

A laboratory animal allergy (LAA) is an allergic reaction that occurs when a person’s immune system responds to proteins found in animal urine, saliva, or dander.

Laboratory Safety Template

Template for Monash approved lab safety signs.

Laser safety

Lasers are capable of producing intense, collimated beams of light at specific wavelengths and their power, wavelength and purpose vary. They can pose serious risks to your eyes and skin due to their concentrated energy.

Laser Safety Training

Training notes

Laser User Record

All laser users must complete this registration form.

Laser Vision Report

Before working with Class 3B or Class 4 lasers, consider having completing vision test.

Latex allergy

Latex sensitivity can develop over time with repeated exposure. While there’s no specific treatment, reducing contact with latex can help prevent allergic reactions.

Legionella and cooling towers

Legionella bacteria are found in natural water sources like lakes, rivers and hot springs, as well as in soil. At Monash, cooling towers are used in air conditioning, refrigeration and industrial systems to help regulate temperature.

Local OHS committee terms of reference template

Use this template to write terms of reference for a local HSW committee

Local HSW training records

Use this template to keep a record of training completed for your area.

LOTO isolation template

This document provides the necessary steps and instructions to be taken to isolate the plant from hazardous energy sources for safety, maintenance, inspection and repair purposes.

Machine and equipment guarding

Guarding machines and equipment protects staff and students from preventable injuries. Any machine part, function or process that could cause injury needs to be guarded.

Machinery and equipment (plant) safety

Plant refers to any machinery, equipment, appliance, tool or component used in operations. All users must receive specific training from competent staff with expert knowledge before using any plant.

Emergency procedures - Monash Malaysia

Emergency procedures for Monash Malaysia campus

Management of OHS Actions Procedure

This procedure relates to all activities under the management and control of Monash University and applies to affected workers, including staff, students, contractors and visitors.

Management of Scientific Diving Procedure

This procedure specifies the actions that must be taken in order to effectively manage the hazards associated with scientific diving and snorkelling activities.

Managing HSW Hazards and Incidents Procedure

The purpose of this procedure is to ensure all requirements associated with identifying and responding to hazards and incidents that occur as a result of Monash University activities are followed.

Manual handling

Learn how to protect yourself from repetitive tasks and movements that may lead to strains and injuries.

Melbourne City campus (750 Collins Street)

Health, safety and emergency guidance for everyone working or studying at Melbourne City campus (750 Collins St.)

Mesh chairs

Learn the functional requirements of a mesh chair, and access the Monash-approved suppliers.

Minutes template

Use this template to record meeting minutes

Drone Operations Manual

This manual contains instructions, procedures and information for the operation and management of Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems (RPAS), and all persons involved in the operation of RPAS

OHS monitoring measurement and registration register

New Diver Evaluation form

Used to evaluate essential and optional skills of a diver. This form also includes snorkelling skill evaluation.

Noise exposure and control

Occupational noise includes all sound in the workplace, whether it’s wanted or unwanted. It’s one of the most common occupational health and safety hazards and can occur in many different environments.

Noise Management Procedure

This procedure provides information on managing health and safety risks associated with noise exposure in the workplace and to achieve compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act 2004 (Vic) and Occupational Health and Safety Regulations 2017 (Vic).

Keep out sign

A keep out sign to be used at locations of notifiable incidents.

Notification of placement authorisation.docx

Occupational Health

Occupational Health focuses on the prevention of work-related illness and disease, and the promotion of health and wellbeing in the workplace.

Off-campus activities and travel

When your work takes you off campus, it’s important to plan ahead for safety and compliance. This page outlines what you need to know about travel, event risk management and forms you may need to submit.

Off campus activities information and consent form

Consent to share medical conditions or special needs for safe participation in an activity.

Off campus activities volunteer information

Provide your details and declaration of risk if you’re volunteering in an activity.

Office Ergonomics Guidelines

OHS Communication Procedure

The purpose of this Procedure is to define the Monash University process for communicating relevant OHS information to workers.

OHS Consultation Procedure

The purpose of this procedure is to define the Monash University process for Occupational Health and Safety (OHS)-related consultation.

OHS Contractor Management Procedure

The purpose of this procedure is to provide an overarching framework to enable a proactive approach to the development of local business processes, for the effective management of contractors providing services as outsourced functions, relating to Occupational Health and Safety at Monash University.

OHS Document Control & Retention Procedure

This procedure sets out the requirements for document control and retention under the Monash University OHS Management System.

OHS Hazardous Materials Management Procedure

This procedure sets out the requirements to ensure compliance with the legislation and to eliminate or minimise the risks that hazmats may pose to workers.

OHS Legal & Other External Requirements Procedure

This document defines the process that Monash University uses to identify the legal and other requirements applicable to its OHS hazards, OHS risks and OHS management system and to ensure compliance is achieved and maintained.

OHS Management of Work Areas Procedure

This Procedure sets out the requirements to safely control potentially hazardous work areas including hazards arising as a result of making changes to a work area.

OHS Management System Audit Procedure

This procedure sets out the processes for developing and conducting audit for the OHSMS and identified hazard at Monash University.

OHS Monitoring and Performance Evaluation Procedure

This procedure sets out the requirements for monitoring and evaluating the performance of workplace health and safety processes, and the health and safety of workers, at Monash in order to provide oversight of workplace conditions and identify improvements for the OHS management system.

OHS Performance and Development Procedure

his procedure directly supports the implementation of the Monash Health, Safety & Wellbeing Policy.

OHS Risk Management Procedure

The purpose of this document is to define the process that Monash University uses for the identification, assessment, control and review of Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) hazards and their associated risks.

OHS contact list template

OHS document definitions

OHS Guidelines for Work-Integrated Learning (WIL) Student Placement and Co-Curricular Internships

Safety Shower Guidelines

OHS Management Review Template

OHS Plan

HSW training matrix

Use the matrix to find the training requirements for your role.

OHSMS Management Review Procedure

This document defines the process to review the Monash University Occupational Health and Safety Management System (OHSMS) by assessing the continuing suitability, adequacy and effectiveness of the system.

OHSMS Self Assessment Tool

OHSMS self-assessment tool

OHSMS Self assessment tool

Must be completed annually by each unit to self-assess the level of compliance across all their areas.

Online First Aid Form QR code labels

QR codes for completing a first aid report form online.

Overview OHS training prerequisites

A summary of pre-requisites for training courses.

Parkville Defibrillator Locations Map

Map of where you can find defibrillators at Parkville.

Peninsula Defibrillator Locations Map

Map of where you can find defibrillators at Peninsula.

Personal Emergency Evacuation Plan

A Personal Emergency Evacuation Plan is a plan for individuals who may not be able to reach an ultimate place of safety unaided or within a satisfactory period of time in the event of any emergency.

Pets on campus

Pets are welcome on Monash campus grounds, but they must be restrained at all times. Learn what you need to do if you plan to bring a pet.

Phenol

If you're working with phenol in a lab or research setting, you'll need to learn what risks it poses and how to manage them.

PocketSafety guide - SARAH

Poisons purchase and storage

This poster provides guidance on buying and storing substances classified as Scheduled Drugs and Poisons.

Emergency procedures - Prato campus

Emergency procedure booklet for Prato campus

Pregnancy and work

If you're pregnant, breastfeeding or planning a pregnancy, we're here to help you stay safe in your work or study environment. Check what you need to be aware of.

Procurement high risk materials guidelines

These guidelines outline the risk management requirements for the procurement of high-risk material.

Protecting Unborn and Breast-fed Children from the Effects of Maternal Exposure to Chemicals, Biologicals, Animals and Radiation Procedure

This procedure sets out the appropriate measures that must be taken to control the exposure of any pregnant or breastfeeding workers working with and/or have a risk of exposure to chemicals, biologicals, animals or radiation.

Provision of Emergency Communication Systems Procedure

The purpose of this procedure is to clearly outline the requirements relating to the provision of an effective emergency communication system for all Monash University controlled buildings and grounds.

Accessing workplace inspection submissions in SARAH

Safety Officers can access and review workplace inspections submitted by staff and students in their Business Unit

Submit a workplace inspection report in SARAH

How access the Workplace Inspection Tool in SARAH

Quick Guide to Emergency Evacuation Report

How access the Building Evacuation Report form in SARAH+

Radiation and laser safety

If you use radiation or lasers in your work or study, it’s important to understand the risks and follow Monash’s safety procedures and guidelines.

Radiation Safety Officers

Information for Radiation Safety Officers (RSO) covering training, monitoring responsibilities, purchasing, transporting and disposal of radioactive sources.

Radiation users

Information for radiation users covering training, personal monitoring, waste disposal, storage and shielding requirements and using radiation while pregnant.

Radiation Management Plan (Human Use)

Provides the framework for safe use of ionising radiation, and outlines the safety practices and procedures to be followed.

Radiation Management Plan

Provides the framework for safe use of ionising radiation, and outlines the safety practices and procedures to be followed

Risk management

If an activity involves significant risk, you need to complete a risk assessment and take steps to reduce that risk.

Risk Management Guideline: Biological

These guidelines are designed to assist users with assessing risks and determining appropriate control measures when working with biological hazards.

Risk Management Guideline: Chemical

Guidelines for assessing risks and determining appropriate control measures when working with chemical hazards.

Risk Management Guideline: Ergonomics/Manual Handling

Guidelines for assessing risks and determining appropriate control measures associated with ergonomic or manual handling hazards.

Risk Management Program: Radiation

Designed to assist users with assessing risks and determining appropriate control measures when working with Ionising Radiation hazards

Risk management worksheet

RPA Flight Plan Template

RPA Preflight Checklist

RPA/Drone risk management

Topics that should be considered for all proposed Remote Piloted Aircraft (RPA) flights as part of a pre-flight risk assessment.

Flying a drone on campus

For a safe flight, you must follow the Monash University RPA/Drone General Operating Conditions (GOCs).

Fit test - RPP medical questionnaire

Template for a fit testing medical clearance questionnaire.

Ionising radiation: an introduction

An introduction to the use of ionising radiation and radiation safety.

Personal and area monitoring

How to monitor radiation exposure for a person or an area (including how to check airborne contamination).

Storage of radioactive material and waste management

How to store, package and dispose of radioactive waste.

Transport of radioactive material

How to transport radioactive material, including guidelines and legislation.

Radiological accidents and emergency procedures

What to do in the case of accidents or emergencies related to radiation.

Record keeping in using ionising radiation

A guide for keeping records while using radiation.

Work involving planned irradiation of humans and animals

Information for research involving the planned irradiation of humans or the administration of ionising radiation to live animals.

Basics of radioactivity and properties of ionising radiation

A document detailing the fundamentals of radioactivity and breaking down the properties of ionising radiation.

Radioactive decay law and half-life

A document explaining what a half-life is, what a mean-life is, and how serial transformations work.

Chemical and biological effects of radiation

The health impacts of radiation exposure.

Background radiation and risk

The risks associated with the use of ionising radiation.

Radiation protection philosophy and legislation

A breakdown of the legislation surrounding the use of radiation.

Protection from external hazards

Safety precautions for external radiation hazards.

Protection from internal hazards

Safety precautions for internal radiation hazards.

Detection and measurement of radiation

Explanations for how to detect and measure radiation.

Safe work instructions

Safe Work Instructions (SWIs) are written instructions that identify health and safety issues for machinery, equipment, tasks or processes.

Safe work instruction template (word)

Template for creating safe work instructions

Development of safe work instructions guidelines

Outlines the requirements for the development of safe work instructions.

Safe work method statement

Safety induction program

Safety Shower Eye Wash Testing Poster

SARAH+ Mobile App Instructions

SARAH+ mobile app instructions and configuration guide for RiskWare.

SCUBA Diver Registration form

Before any staff/student can dive with Monash they must complete this form and forward it to the Diving Safety Officer for approval.

Dangerous Goods and Segregation chart

Dangerous goods and combustible liquids segregation chart for storage areas.

Setting up folder structure in Chemwatch

Regulatory and Hazard Signage Guidelines

These guidelines apply to the application of regulatory and hazard signage at the Australian locations of Monash University

Sit-stand desks

Learn why you might use a sit-stand desk, and how to order one. Also find tips for moving more at work to keep your body in peak condition.

Smoke and Vape-Free Campus Procedure

Monash endeavours to educate, raise awareness and facilitate the adoption of healthy lifestyles. To support this endeavour smoking of any material or use of e-cigarettes/vapes or similar devices is prohibited on all Australian campuses.

Spill kit assessment for labs

Staff and student exit checklist

Checklist for staff, students and visiting researchers on completion of a project or other work.

Stretching Exercises

Student Safety in Laboratories, Studios, Workshops & Maker Spaces Procedure

This document sets out the requirements to ensure a high level of care is directed towards students in laboratories, studios, workshops, maker spaces or clinical skills activities by minimising the risks associated with these activities as far as reasonably practicable.

Student induction checklist

For the student to complete and sign, preferably on their first day of a placement.

Student Safety Briefing Tool

Provides guidance on the key aspects that must be covered during the Introductory Safety Briefing

Suggested OHS Clauses

Syringes and needles: use, disposal and incident follow-up

Learn the proper use, disposal and incident follow-ups when using syringes and needles.

Telecommunications equipment at Monash

Monash actively monitors radiofrequency (RF) radiation levels across its campuses to ensure a safe environment for staff and students.

Training needs analysis checklist

This checklist is to be completed by the Performance Supervisor or their delegate in accordance with the OHS Induction and Training Procedure

Trial evacuation procedure - Caulfield campus

Trial evacuation procedure and EWIS panel operation.

Trial evacuation procedure - Clayton campus

Trial evacuation procedure and EWIS panel operation.

Trial evacuation procedure - Parkville (401 & 402)

Trial evacuation procedure and EWIS panel operation.

Trial evacuation procedure for Parkville

How to evacuate a building and operate the EWIS panel.

Trial evacuation procedure - Peninsula campus

Trial evacuation procedure and EWIS panel operation.

Using Biologicals and Animals Procedure

This procedure sets out the requirements for the purchase, handling and disposal of biologicals and/or animals in accordance with the relevant legislative requirements and standards.

Using Chemicals Procedure

This procedure sets out the requirements for the use of chemicals in teaching and research activities at Monash.

Using Ionising Radiation Procedure

This procedure sets out the requirements for the identification, assessment and control of all practices using ionising radiation at Monash University.

Vacation of lab, studio, workshop checklist

Checklist for extended lab closures

Safe Use of Immersive Technologies: Virtual Reality (VR), Augmented Reality (AR), Mixed Reality (MR) Guidelines

These guidelines apply to staff, students, visitors and contractors of Monash University in Australia, who are involved in the planning, development and implementation of immersive technology experiences.

Work environment, conditions and equipment

Your work environment affects your safety and wellbeing. These pages outline what you need to know about indoor comfort, noise, electrical safety, machinery, cooling systems, working in labs and using headphones, so you can work safely and confidently.

Working from Heights Risk Management Procedure

The purpose of this Procedure is to provide an overarching framework for the effective management of Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) associated with working at heights.

Working from home

Set up your home workspace using the same ergonomic principles you’d use on campus.

Working in a lab

Access safety procedures, hazard information and practical tools for working in laboratories, studios, workshops and maker spaces.

Working outdoors

If your role involves working outdoors, it’s important to understand the risks and take steps to stay safe.

Working with animals

Working with animals is a biosafety risk. Immunisations are recommended, and you should be aware that some animals can cause allergies.

Working with biological matter

Before working with biological matter you should be up to date with immunisations and submit a risk assessment.

Workplace inspection checklist - Office and indoor areas

Record your findings and observations

Workplace inspection checklist - Outdoor areas

Record your findings and observations

Workplace inspection checklist - Hazard specific

Record your findings and observations

Workplace inspection checklist - Authorised access areas

Record your findings and observations

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Australian Bat Lyssavirus

Bacterial Testing of Cooling Towers Procedure

Becoming a First Aider

Biosafety

BPD report guide - SARAH

Building Emergency Induction Checklist template

Building Emergency Induction Checklist template

Carbon fibre composites

Carcinogens user notification record

Caulfield Defibrillator Locations Map

Centrally-managed risk assessments

ChemWatch ChemFFX User Guide

Chemical safety

Chemical waste labelling and disposal

Chemical pre-purchase checklist

Chemical pre purchase checklist

Minor Chemical Storage

Chemical Waste Poster

Chemwatch

Chemwatch Procedure

Chemwatch manifest template

Children on campus

Clayton Defibrillator Locations Map

Confidential Risk Assessment

Confined Space Risk Management Procedure

Corrective actions register

Cryogenics

Cryogenics Guidance Material for Safety Officers

Respirable Crystalline Silica Guidelines

Cooling tower test results for 2025

Clayton status summary

HSW Cyclic events checklist

Defibrillator maintenance checklist - Defibtech DDU-100

Defibrillator maintenance checklist - Mediana HeartOn A15

Defibrillator maintenance checklist - Physio Control LIFEPAK CR Plus

Defibrillator maintenance checklist - ZOLL AED Plus

Defibrillator post-use checklist - Defibtech DDU-100

Defibrillator post-use checklist - Mediana HeartOn A15

Defibrillator post-use checklist - Physio Control LIFEPAK CR Plus

Defibrillator post-use checklist - ZOLL AED Plus

Defibrillators

Designated Work Group & Health and Safety Representative Procedure

Dive Plan Approval form

Dive Site Registration form

Drone Safety Management Procedure

Drones

E-bikes and scooters

Earthworks Risk Management Procedure

Electrical safety

Electrical Safety Procedure

Electrical equipment rules poster

Emergency management

Emergency Management Procedure

Emergency contact proforma

Emergency Response Plan template

Ergonomic Design Procedure

Ergonomic task chairs

Ergonomics and manual handling

Event planning and risk management

Events and people on campus

EWIS Panel Operation Guide

Placement Organisation

First Aid Kit (Working from Home) Contents List

Template of eight QR codes for online first aid reports

Template of six QR codes for online first aid reports

Fire Extinguisher Guide

First Aid

First aid for cyanide exposure

First Aid Procedure

First Aiders at Monash

First aid assessment on campus form