Systec spent the day with our client Hach Pacific conducting Fire Suppression and Spill Containment Training. Our aim was to equip Hach Pacific’s employees with the skills and knowledge needed to handle emergencies effectively and safely.
We had a look at their emergency response procedures and conducted a gap analysis with the team before venturing out to make some flames and obviously extinguisher them.
Our fire suppression and spill containment training focused on essential topics. We taught employees about different fire types and how to extinguish them properly, providing hands-on practice with various fire extinguishers. We also covered evacuation procedures and fire prevention techniques, emphasizing the importance of clear escape routes and safe storage of flammable materials and removing waste and redundant chemicals from their warehouse. These practical sessions aimed to build confidence and readiness among the participants as not everyone is comfortable with fire and the effects that it can cause, so this was a great confidence boost for the team.
Simultaneously, the spill kit response training was tailored to meet the specific needs of Hach Pacific’s operations. We trained employees to identify and assess chemical spills, contain them effectively, and use spill kits correctly. The training included clear instructions on cleaning up spills and disposing of contaminated materials properly. We also stressed the importance of reporting spills promptly for effective follow-up and prevention.
The training had a positive impact, with Hach Pacific’s employees showing increased confidence and a stronger commitment to safety. The improved teamwork and safety culture we observed were especially rewarding. At Systec, we are proud to have contributed to Hach Pacific’s safety efforts and look forward to continuing our partnership to ensure a safe working environment for their team.
Next with Hach we will be focusing on individual chemical response needs as they stock around 2000 different types of chemicals and supply internationally.
This Dangerous goods management course provides participants with an understanding on how dangerous goods should be stored and handled. The course explains the physical properties and effects of dangerous goods and hazard communication requirements.
This Dangerous goods management course is designed for anyone who requires a general understanding of storage and handling hazardous chemicals/dangerous goods as required under the Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Regulations. No previous knowledge or experience with Hazardous chemicals/dangerous goods is required to be able to complete the course.
Delivery
Virtual Classroom– The virtual classroom course is popular with people that want flexible learning in real time with a teacher. virtual classroom can be undertaken on most platforms unique to your business or we can facilitate sessions through our online learning portal.
Self-paced learning – Self paced learning provides the user with access to Systec’s online learning portal where they can complete work at their own pace in their own learning environment
Face to Face (groups) – classroom led sessions at your business or in our own training facility
Course Content
Duration: 2 days 3-4 hours per day or 1 x 8 hour day
Occupational Health and Safety and Dangerous Goods Legislation
Relevant aspects of current Australian Dangerous Goods (ADG) Code and relevant Australian Standards
Workplace communication and consultation in regards to dangerous goods
House keeping standards
Classification systems
Reading, interpreting and following relevant instructions, procedures, regulations, information and signs
Chemical properties — exposure standards
Dangerous goods awareness
Chemical management
Health effects of substances
Physical properties of chemicals and/or substances
Marking, Labelling and interpretation
Interpreting Safety Data Sheets
Personal protective equipment and different applications for the work.
Risk assessment and completing risk assessment documentation
Dangerous Goods permit systems
Storage and segregation
Risk management
Safe work procedures
Includes storage procedures, spill protection, segregation and placarding, ignition sources, emergency response, ventilation.
