Student health and safety induction presentation 2015

1. Mackintosh School of Architecture
Bourdon Building
Session 2015-16
Student Health & Safety at
Glasgow School of Art

2. Student Health and Safety Induction
It is a condition of enrolment that students agree to comply with the School’s
Health and Safety Policy and arrangements that are in place to ensure your
health, safety, and welfare
All students new to the School, enrolled this session 2015-16, are required to
have an Health and Safety Induction which should be carried out on-line
following the instructions sent to your GSA e-mail address.
This should be completed within two weeks of enrolling and after the
workshop induction has taken place

3. H&S Policy and Manual
The Glasgow School of Art’s Health and Safety Policy is available
on the Schools website : www.gsa.ac.uk . The Student Health and
Safety Induction Form and Guidance are also available here and a
copy will also be placed on the notice board which is located :
The Health and Safety Manual and related Guidance are
currently located on the VLE.
To access go to : VLE
Health & Safety
H&S Manual
On the First Floor Adjacent to the pigeonholes

4. Contact Information
If you need to report any Health and Safety issues or seek advice
contact your tutor or programme leader in the first instance.
You can contact the Health and Safety team via extension 1176
...or in the second instance
architecture Health and Safety “Champion”
Ken Macrae k.macrae@gsa.ac.uk

5. Emergency Procedures
The Fire Alarm sound is
It is tested every
Should the FIRE ALARM sound immediately
leave the building by the nearest fire exit.
DO NOT DELAY OR USE ANY LIFT(S).
Familiarise yourself with the FIRE ACTION
NOTICE If you discover a fire operate the
nearest alarm call point. NB. No one is
expected to fight a fire unless it is safe and
they have been trained to do so.
a continuous klaxon
Wednesday between 8.00 and 9.00

6. Emergency Procedure
You must not re-enter the building until the attending Fire
Officer or authorised member of School Staff (usually the
Fire Marshals in high-viz jackets) says it is safe to return.
In the event of an emergency you must follow their instruction.
MUSTER POINT is GARNETHILL PARK - HILL STREET
FIRE EXITS are clearly marked, be aware of the two escapes at
the North end of the building. It is good practice to use them at
Fire Drill to become familiar with the routes

7. Reporting an accident/ incident or near miss
Any accident, incident or near miss should be
reported immediately to your tutor or technical
staff in the area.
The Accident Book should be completed as it is a legal
requirement that GSA maintains records of any accidents/incidents
or near miss which occur on GSA premises or when staff, students
or visitors take part in any GSA related activities.
The Accident Book is held by Craig Laurie in the Technical Base,
Second Floor

8. First Aid
The first aiders are listed on the notices
If you feel unwell at any point please
contact your tutor or a member of
staff.
The first aid boxes are located in
Basement: By Old Workshop
1st Floor: General Office and Kitchen
2nd Floor: Craig’s Office Entrance to Studio
3rd Floor: Entrance to Studio

9. Welfare
Smoking is not permitted in any building, at any time, and is
against the law.
Toilets and washing facilities are located in the
lift lobbies in
Basement and 1st 2nd & 3rd Floors

10. Risk Assessment
Before embarking on any activity that has the potential to cause
harm, a risk assessment should be carried out. This includes
activities such as events, exhibitions, shows etc.
Advice regarding risk assessment should be sought from your
tutor.

11. Control Of Substances
Hazardous to Health
You must not introduce any unauthorized substances or
equipment into the School without the prior consent of your
course tutor or technician.
All substances require to be assessed in accordance with the
Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations before they
may be used.

12. Use of Display Screen Equipment
Using a new computer work station is like driving a car someone
else has driven before you. Adjust the set up to suit you.
If there are any issues contact your tutor for further guidance.
Manual Handling
When it comes to lifting and moving items you should always
assess the load and seek assistance if you require help. Further
information can be found via your tutor.

13. Housekeeping
All safety rules must be followed, not only for your own safety but also
to ensure the safety of your fellow students.
• Keep floors and passage ways clear
• Keep workstations clear of obstructions
• Ensure you do not block any fire exits

14. Aerosols
You must store all aerosols and chemicals in a suitable cabinet
when not in use. Any hazardous or flammable items found lying
about at the end of the working day, will be removed. It is your
responsibility to ensure all your flammable aerosols and chemicals
are safely locked away after use.
No aerosols are allowed to be sprayed indoors,
unless in a designated spray booth.
Aerosols present a fire risk and health hazard.

15. Electrical Safety
• All electrical equipment, including personal electrical items
should be PAT tested.
• Where mains extension cables are required care should be
taken to avoid overloading.
• Extension cables must not be connected together – this is
known as “daisy chaining” and is a major fire risk.
• Isolation (on/off switch) to electrical equipment should be
accessible at all times.
• Please ensure that floor boxes are correctly used and where
further guidance is required this can be sought via your tutor.
Correct Incorrect

16. Safe use of machinery and equipment
Students must not operate machinery or equipment unless
instructed on how to operate safely.
The main workshops operate a “passport or traffic-light system” –
this will be explained during a workshop induction if required.
Personal Protective Equipment
Students will be instructed on the correct use of any Personal
Protective Equipment(PPE) provided.

17. Students have a duty to adhere to GSA’s policies and procedures
and to co-operate with GSA in occupational health and safety
matters.
Students must not disregard, interfere or misuse anything
provided. This includes such acts as unauthorised removal of
guards from machinery, discharging fire extinguishers without
proper cause, removing or obliterating any safety notices.
Your Health & Safety Responsibilities

18. Work Outside Hours
The School operates a no lone working policy. The electronic
barriers at the entrance log individuals in and out of the building
and creates a “live” list of who is in the building at any given
time.
No-one can access or egress the building without their card.
For further advice or information, speak to your tutor.
Any need for further information or training should be discussed
with your tutor and documented on the Student Health and
Safety Induction Form.

19. AnyQuestions?
“The Glasgow School of Art strives to
ensure a healthy and safe working
environment for all staff, students and
visitors - we cannot achieve this without
the co-operation of all concerned.”
Remember to complete your Online Health
and Safety Induction after you have taken
the workshop induction