Environmental Hygiene

Policy last updated

29 October 2025

There is no longer a policy for this topic. For more information, refer to the related policies listed below.

For information about managing common environmental hygiene risks, refer to the following policies:

Crystalline silica dust exposure from pottery and ceramics:
- Visual and Performing Arts Safety

Water damage and mould:
- Buildings and Grounds Maintenance and Compliance – Emergency maintenance program guidelines support schools with unforeseen, urgent infrastructure maintenance issues which pose a risk to safety
- Workplace Safety Inspections – use the workplace safety inspection checklists to check school grounds for water damage and mould

Gases, mists fumes, vapors and ventilation from chemical use:
- Chemical Management – safe use and storage (including ventilation) of chemicals, accompanying safe work procedures and other controls to manage risk

Dust, fumes, ventilation and vibration from using tools, plant and equipment:
- Plant and Equipment Management – Personal protective equipment (PPE) and ventilation control advice to limit exposure, and risk management form templates for schools to use

Radiation and UV exposure:
- Sun and UV Protection– UV radiation exposure strategies and sun protection measures to minimise risk of health problems from sun overexposure
- Outdoor Activities and Working Outdoors – general guidance on managing hazards, including UV radiation and heat, related to activities and work conducted outdoors on school grounds by school staff

Biological hazards:
- Blood Spills and Open Wounds Management – steps to manage blood spills and bleeding students, including the use of biohazard containers
- Blood-borne Viruses – advice on how to deal with blood-borne viruses including hepatitis B, hepatitis C and HIV in schools
- Biological Materials Used in Schools – managing the risk associated with the use of biological materials in the teaching of science
- Syringe Disposals and Injuries– steps to manage used or discarded needles, including use of sharps or biohazard containers

Work environment including temperature and light in offices and classrooms:
- Workplace Safety Inspections

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Reviewed 04 March 2020