Health & Safety Port Induction

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1 Health & Safety Port Induction

2 2 Our Pledge Port of Tauranga pledges to: Hold itself accountable before its peers by sharing its health and safety performance. Constantly improve its heath and safety performance. Champion health and safety inspiring our people, suppliers and customers to create zero harm workplaces. Build workplaces which guarantee reported incidents will be investigated and action taken.

3 3 Health and Safety at the Port of Tauranga From the moment you enter the Port of Tauranga, you are required to comply with the health and safety rules designed to ensure you and other port users remain safe and injury free. While you are working on the port, we insist that safety is your number one priority. Health and safety is everyone s responsibility. Before you start a task, particularly a new or unfamiliar activity, pause and ask yourself these three simple questions. 1 What am I doing? 2 What could go wrong? 3 What can I do to make it safer? Look out for your work mates. If you are unsure about anything, please ask! Don t just blunder along without the right information or understanding. Make sure that no action or inaction by you while at work causes harm to any other person. Access Inductions This Health and Safety Port Induction is compulsory for all persons entering the Tauranga Container Terminal (TCT) at Sulphur Point and the Mount Maunganui port sites. If you require entry to specific operational areas at Sulphur Point or Mount Maunganui, you must complete an extra access induction. Sites that require extra access inductions are: Sulphur Point (TCT) Wharf Apron (Berth 23, 24, 25) Truck Exchange Contact Sulphur Point R&D Mt Maunganui Blue Roads Red Zones Debarker Contact Hull Road Security Gatehouse Contact the company you are working for (eg C3, ISO) Kiwi Forest Industries Refer to the port maps at the end of this induction to see the areas listed above.

4 4 Critical Safety Rules 1 Stay on the designated roadways and park in the allocated parking areas. 2 When driving on the port, ensure your headlights/day running lights are turned on at all times. Your flashing roof light must be used in operational areas (marked in grey on the port map). 3 On the Mount Maunganui wharves, a 40kph maximum speed limit applies to Tasman Quay and Wharf Road.

5 5 4 On every road leading off Tasman Quay or Wharf Road, the speed limit is reduced to 20kph. 5 At Tauranga Container Terminal, a 30kph maximum speed limit applies to North Road.

6 6 6 For all traffic on East Road, the speed limit is 30 kph. Operational areas are restricted access only and authorisation is required to enter these areas (marked in grey on the port map). There is absolutely no entry allowed to the Tauranga Container Terminal operating area, container yard or vessel berth area without the prior consent of the Terminal Supervisor.

7 7 7 Be aware of all rail crossings and level crossing lights. No vehicle, equipment, or containers should be placed within three metres of the railway track. Do not walk along railway tracks beware, trains can approach quickly and quietly. Only cross the railway tracks at designated crossing points and always stop when the red crossing signals are operating. 8 Always be aware of the increased risks around heavy machinery. Many heavy machine operators may not be able to see you - always be prepared to give way! Operators of wagner, straddle and other large machines have a restricted field of vision, which may be obscured even further by the load they are carrying or log/container/cargo stacks.

8 8 A wagner can weigh up to tonnes and a straddle carrier tonnes - these machines cannot stop quickly! 9 When walking, keep to the designated walkways (marked in yellow). 10 The manual use of cell phones is prohibited while operating any plant, or driving machinery or vehicles on the port.

9 9 11 The riding of bicycles is strictly forbidden on any part of the port. 12 Port of Tauranga is a drug and alcohol-free work environment.

10 10 13 Methyl Bromide Methyl bromide is a fumigant used against a wide variety of pests, including spiders, mites and other insects, fungi, plants, nematodes and rodents. It is particularly effective as a quarantine fumigant and is widely used internationally for biosecurity treatment. It is the only biosecurity treatment accepted by several of our overseas trading partners, and is the only fumigant allowed for biosecurity fumigation by the Ministry of Primary Industries. Methyl Bromide fumigant is toxic to humans and insect pest alike, and as such caution is always exercised when fumigation and venting is being undertaken. The port has specific protocols around the use and management of Methyl Bromide, and further guidance can be found in the Fumigation Procedures for the Port of Tauranga document which is available on request (currently under review). Fumigation Strict controls are in place at the Port of Tauranga to ensure that all possible risks are minimised whilst fumigations are being carried out. As a regular port user, and as a visitor, you are bound by the ports operating procedure governing fumigation operations. It is your responsibility to ensure you do not enter areas that are coned off during fumigation operations and that you obey any instructions issued by the fumigation operators immediately.

11 The Facts Can you smell it? No Methyl Bromide is an odourless, colourless gas. 11 How does it work? Methyl Bromide fills air spaces in enclosed areas and penetrates cracks, crevices and pores in sawn timber, logs, containers, and equipment. To be an effective treatment, an appropriate concentration of Methyl Bromide must be contained within the fumigation enclosure for a prescribed period of time to ensure all pests are exposed to the gas. This is why large black plastic tarpaulins are used to cover some of the items being fumigated and contain the fumigant. Some containers do not need the tarpaulin cover if the fumigation treatment is confined to the inside of the container. What happens when the covers are removed? Once fumigation is complete and the tarpaulins are removed or the container doors are opened, Methyl Bromide rapidly disperses into the atmosphere. This is referred to as venting. The venting process is managed to ensure that large amounts of Methyl Bromide are not released at once. What is the recapture method? Recapture is a method whereby the fumigant is vacuumed out of the container or from under the tarpaulin and is passed through a scrubbing solution or filter. This process traps the Methyl Bromide fumigant and converts it into a benign waste that can later be disposed of in a safe manner offsite. Why are there different port land boundaries? The Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) and the Regional Council set the land boundaries for the venting process. These boundaries are based on the amount of Methyl Bromide that is used to fumigate the product (logs or containers etc). The current port land boundaries are 25 metres and 50 metres for containers and cargo, and 100 metres for logs (as detailed in the following illustrations). The Tauranga Container Terminal (Sulphur Point) has established a 75 metre land boundary for all container and cargo venting operations to ensure the required land boundaries (25m - 50m) are upheld. This exceeds the current EPA and Council requirements. Why are there different safety zones? The Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) has established two different zones: (a) inducted port worker zone, and (b) general public zone

12 12 Why the difference? (a) Inducted port workers have knowledge of Methyl Bromide hazards / controls and are fit healthy individuals. They know how to recognise Methyl Bromide operations and how to safely manage any associated hazards. These individuals are officially classified as occupational bystanders. Their potential exposure is limited to the time they are at work. (b) The general public have no knowledge of Methyl Bromide hazards / controls and potentially include young children and elderly people who do not know how to recognise Methyl Bromide operations nor how to safely manage any associated hazards. They are officially classified as non-occupational bystanders.

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17 17 14 Blue Road Induction Tasman Quay (Mount Maunganui Wharves) from the diesel tank south and the berth access roads to Berths 8-11 are designated blue roads. (see map on page 17). Access on these roads is restricted to trucks and heavy machinery and also to the drivers of cars, vans and light trucks that are being used in the course of their port business. All drivers of these vehicles that are classed as light commercial vehicles or smaller must complete the blue road induction. Cars, vans and light trucks that are not sign-written with company logo s and do not have permanently fixed roof flashing lights must also display a blue road approved vehicle access permit on the dashboard or windscreen of their vehicle. If unauthorised persons are found on the blue roads, port operations may cease, the driver will be removed from the area and may also have his / her port access revoked. To apply for a blue road induction, please go to the Hull Road Security gatehouse or phone (07)

18 Be safe, be seen! 18 When entering operational areas (shown by the grey areas on your map), you must wear a High Viz vest or jacket and steel capped boots at all times. The Hi Viz vest or jacket must meet the NZ standard for Day/Night use. Hard Hats The wearing of hard hats is compulsory in certain areas within the port and as part of certain operations. Hard hats must be worn: At all times when on the wharf face during cargo and shipping operations. At all times under any crane or where there are suspended loads. At all times in construction areas. At all times in areas that are designated hard hats due to the nature of the operation. If any of the above working environments, apply to you, the wearing of hard hats is mandatory.

19 19 Complying Ensure you are aware of the health and safety policy of your employer, company or operation you are visiting. You must comply with the safety induction and safety policies of those companies. Signage Be aware of and obey all signage on the port signs are there for your safety!

20 20 Environmental Practices The Port of Tauranga is located in the majestic natural setting of Tauranga harbour. The harbour and local beaches are highly valued natural habitats for recreational use and have strong cultural significance. The port acknowledges these values and seeks to conserve the unique setting and estuarine habitat of our harbour. As the port is surrounded by both water and close neighbours you need to ensure your activities have minimal impact on the environment by keeping your work area clean and tidy, and by taking care with the disposal of chemicals and waste. Due to the location of the port and its sensitive surrounding environment all entities conducting its business within the port shall have an Environmental Management Plan appropriate for the type of work being undertaken and the location of the port. The Environmental Management Plans must be aligned with the following port documents available on its website: Emergency Procedures Manual Port User Operating Rules Port s Standard Terms and Conditions Bulk Cargo Handling Procedures Dangerous Goods and Hazardous Substances Code of Practice Anyone entering or operating within the port shall be familiar with their individual companies Environmental Management Plan that applies to the activities they are undertaking and understand their role in avoiding pollution. Solid and liquid waste and other contaminants on the ground can easily enter stormwater drains during rain events; our stormwater drains are designed for stormwater only and therefore may offer little or no water treatment before discharging stormwater to our harbour. Save the drain for the rain and only the rain.

21 21 Various activities carried out within the port have the potential to create nuisance dust. Nuisance dust can be an issue for other operators/businesses and the public both inside and outside of the port area; everybody has a right to clean air. Dust can also be a health and safety risk so please be considerate to others and our environment. If you are undertaking work that could cause nuisance dust ensure the controls identified in your Environmental Management Plan are in place and working effectively if not stop operations. If you see any practices polluting the environment or in the case of a spill please contact the Port of Tauranga s Customer Service Centre immediately on (07)

22 22 Port Evacuation Procedures In the event of an emergency, notification of an evacuation will be made by telephone, text message, and radio telephone, with instructions that are appropriate to the emergency. Be aware of the evacuation assembly points nearest to where you are working. Evacuate the port via your nearest exit gate. Be aware of the evacuation procedure of the work place, or operation you are visiting. We consider your safety while on the port to be of the highest importance. Please comply with these safety rules for both your own safety and the safety of all port users. THANK YOU

23 23 Maps For your safety it is important you take time to study the port maps to familiarise yourself with the port s layout, speed limits, restricted areas, and access rules.

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26 26 Summary Questions 1 When driving on the port, what is the vehicle lights policy? a) You must turn your headlights/day running lights on after 7.00 pm. b) Your flashing roof light is sufficient. c) Turn your headlights/day running lights on and use your flashing roof light in operational areas. d) Use your hazard lights at all times. 2 On the Mount Maunganui wharves, what speed limit applies to Tasman Quay and Wharf Road? a) 20kph b) 30kph c) 40kph d) 50kph 3 What speed limit applies to every road leading off Tasman Quay or Wharf road? a) 15kph b) 20kph c) 30kph d) 40kph 4 What is one of the main risks when working near or around heavy machinery? a) Heavy machines make a lot of noise. b) Heavy machines can travel faster than you think. c) Many heavy machine operators are may not be able to see you. d) You must give way to heavy machinery. 5 At Tauranga Container Terminal, what speed limit applies to North Road? a) 20kph b) 30kph c) 40kph d) 50kph

27 27 6 At Tauranga Container Terminal, what speed limit applies to East Road? a) 20kph b) 30kph c) 40kph d) 50kph 7 What kind of gear must be worn by all persons entering operational areas within the Port? a) Safety glasses. b) Steel capped boots. c) A Hi Viz vest or jacket (Day/Night standard). d) A Hi Viz vest or jacket (Day/Night standard) and steel capped boots. 8 When must a hard hat be worn? a) At all times on the wharf apron, during cargo and shipping operations. b) At all times under any crane or where there is a suspended load. c) At all times in areas that are designated hard hats due to the nature of the operation. d) All of the above. 9 What is the cell phone use policy within the port? a) Cell phones can be manually used at all times. b) You may manually use cell phones in the 30kph-40kph speed zones. c) The manual use of cell phones is prohibited in operational areas only. d) The manual use of cell phones is prohibited while operating any plant or driving any machinery or vehicles. 10 Why do inducted port workers have a shorter buffer zone within fumigation areas than the general public? a) Because inducted port workers know what Methyl Bromide smells like and general public do not. b) Inducted port workers have knowledge of methyl bromide hazards / controls and are fit / healthy individuals. c) Because they work shift work and have less exposure to the hazard.

28 28 11 Who is authorised to drive on the designated blue roads? a) Anyone who hopes to avoid traffic jams on Totara Street. b) The driver of a private car visiting friends at work. c) The driver of a light vehicle in the course of his business and who has completed the blue road induction. d) Any light vehicle, providing it has a flashing roof light. 12 As part of the ports environmental practice when working on the port you must: a) Keep your work area clean and tidy. b) Take care with the disposal of chemicals and waste. c) Immediately contact the Port of Tauranga s Customer Service Centre in the case of a spill or if you see any practices polluting the environment. d) Have a spill response plan. e) All of the above. 13 Which of the following statements are true, when working on the port: a) Undertake your work as quickly as possible and just clean up the mess afterwards. b) Ignore spills as it is the ports responsibility to clean it up. c) You or your company has its own Environmental Management Plan in line with the relevant port compliance requirements. d) If it is dark it does not matter if there are spills as no one can see it. e) All of the above.