Community Garden Hazard Register – Anglicans Waitotara

Hazard	Description
Traffic on Collins Street and Princes Street	Heavy traffic flow at times with reduced visibility when turning right
Garden Work	Back/muscle strain/fatigue Do not exceed your personal limits when digging or carrying loads. Take regular rests, use wheelbarrows for heavy, bulky loads or get others to help with lifting.
Garden Tools	Spades and forks Wear appropriate footwear, and stay attentive to feet
Garden Tools	Secateurs/loppers/slashers etc Wear gloves, be attentive to other people on site
Garden Tools	Battery Pack Power tools Please use with care.
Uneven Ground	Take care when walking through the long grass area.
Potting Mix and Compost	Use in well-ventilated area and wear face mask and gloves. Avoid breathing the dust as can cause lung infections in people.
Plants	Can cause allergic reactions
Insects	Can cause allergic reactions
Weather	Wear hat and sunscreen, avoid working in hot sun, stay well hydrated. In cold wet weather wear appropriate clothing and footwear and only perform suitable tasks