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This Scottish Clay Target Association Limited (SCTA) "Health and Safety Policy" document is issued only for the guidance of affiliated Grounds and Members with a view to assisting and encouraging the maintenance of a safe clay target shooting environment. It must not be considered as a definitive interpretation of the "Health and Safety" legislation. It is specifically incumbent on every Affiliated Ground and Member involved in the management of any clay target shooting event to be fully aware of the legislation as it applies in their particular circumstance. Grounds and Members must seek the necessary professional advice and the SCTA assumes no responsibility in this regard.
RISK ASSESSMENT FOR CLAY GROUNDS / CLUBS Risk assessments have become a legal requirement for work activities since the introduction of H&S legislation in the The H&S legislation requires us to specifically conduct assessments and record any significant findings. The reasoning behind this is to demonstrate that businesses are doing all that is reasonably practicable to ensure the health, safety and welfare of all people, whether or not they are employees, (this is often referred to as a "Duty of Care"). This duty of care extends to all persons who may be affected by the businesses activities, and taking proper steps to maintain a H&S statement, risk assessment and records will help to avoid prosecution and litigation resulting from a lack of compliance with the legislations relevant to the business's situation. The main purpose is to demonstrate that the business is being conducted in a safe and controlled manner. The consequences of not doing this could be criminal prosecution and civil proceedings - bearing in mind that individuals, i.e. owners or directors may be singled out, and that committees could be jointly and severally liable. Responsibility lies with the person or persons responsible for setting and implementing the policies that identify and control risk, and has nothing to do with being present at the place of work. The mechanism for achieving and demonstrating control is risk assessment. The following headings need consideration, and the risks identified can be classified as: N/A not applicable HAZARD IDENTIFICATION REMINDER CHECKLIST Access e.g. – Particularly applicable to the areas in and near trap houses. Slip and trip Fall of person Fall of object Obstruction Projection Confined/enclosed space Poor housekeeping Separation of vehicles and pedestrians Access by emergency vehicles
Services e.g. - Overhead / underground electrical supply Gas Water supply – pipe work, valves etc. Surface water drains Foul pipes, drains and septic tanks Telephone cables
It is advisable that at least one or two persons attend the SCTA Safety Courses Training/instruction Procedures Supervision Line of command Discipline Accountability Office e.g. - Workstations (VDU) Electrical appliances (PATS testing) Alarms and extinguishers
Gun safety e.g. - Loading and unloading Use of slips/cases Range control protocols Supervision New and young shots Alcohol / drugs Guns in the clubhouse Storage in Vehicles Disciplinary procedures for unsafe shooters
Unsuitable Modified Not maintained Training for use
Operator training Access and egress Operator protection - noise, debris & shot fall Electrical mechanisms and wiring Loading (weight carrying / trapped hands) Signals, Flags etc. Working at height. Handling of loads e.g. - Too heavy Awkward postures Repetitive movement Stooping, twisting Poor grip No mechanical assistance Awkward, bulky Waste disposal e.g. - Bins at firing points Collection of waste from firing points Disposal of cartridge cases Toxic waste and fumes Catering e.g. - Hygiene training Food storage Cleanliness Personal hygiene Temperature control Raw/cooked food storage Selection of caterers Washing facilities Refrigeration / freezer temperatures Noise e.g. - Proximity of neighbours Effect of wind direction Guns Vehicles Generators Signage Topography e.g. - Ground conditions Condition of roads and car parks Proximity of public footpaths Proximity of livestock Barriers / fencing / signage Weather effects – ice, flooding, fire risk Electricity e.g. - Damaged wiring Poor switches Portable equipment Use in hazardous environment Access to live equipment Poor maintenance Not tested Exposure to weather Transport e.g. - Collision Poor layout Signage Condition of roads Parking Speeding Suitability ATVs Trailers - loading and manoeuvre Driver competence Forklifts Security e.g. - Guns Ammunition Cash Trophys Fire /explosion e.g. - Waste accumulation Ammunition storage Fuels and flammable liquids Chemical storage Welding, grinding Maintenance/contractors Smoking Signage
Cartridge cases Broken clays Unbroken clays Lead pollution Protective equipment e.g. - Unsuitable Not worn Not maintained Incompatible Emergencies e.g. - Communication / notification Responsibilities Control point Briefings Contact numbers Public address / notification Signage Welfare e.g. - Toilet provision Washing/drying facilities Disabled facilities Drinking water First aid provision Accident reporting Additional risks specific to the ground's operation should be considered and added to the list. Health and Safety Check list The SCTA recommends ground owners/ administrators to identify which of the following apply to their situation, and obtain and display, or produce and keep, all relevant signs, notices, records, and documentation. Documentation Display: Display of Health and Safety Law Poster? Display of Safety Statement? Display of Civil and Employers Liability Insurance Certificate? Display of Section 11 (6) Exemption Certificate? (If non-shotgun certificate holders shooting) Display of Hearing Protection Sign? Display of Eye Protection Sign? Display of First Aid Box Location Sign? Emergency response procedures? (Including O/S ref. For air ambulance.) Personnel: Identification of Responsible persons? Identification of areas of responsibility? Named Health and Safety Committee? Named Safety Officer List of Members and Employee responsibilities? General Arrangements: Accidents and First Aid First aid assessment? First aid box? Signage? Accident book? Fire precautions Drills Child Protection Policy Staff Training Contractors and Visitors Risks and Hazards Written Risk Assessment Workplace risk assessment Risk assessment records Preventative and protective measures Employed Young Persons Identification of MSLAs (under Identification of special risks for: MSLAs Young persons [ MSLA - 18yrs] Notification; Employee, [all young persons] Parents, [MSLAs} Permissions: Parents, Educational authority [MSLAs] Housekeeping General practices to eliminate or minimise identified risks. Cleanliness Waste disposal Traffic routes Electrical Equipment Policy Use and maintenance Method statements Maintenance records Test certificate records Work Equipment Policy Use and maintenance Method statements Maintenance records Hazardous Substances [including waste] Policy Identification COSHH assessment Handling procedures Records Manual Handling Policy Training Display Screen Equipment Policy VDU Assessment Training Fluids Under Pressure [Hydraulics, compressed air etc] Policy Identification Training Maintenance Personal Protective Equipment [PPE] Policy Employee responsibility Contractors and visitors Training Procedures for Serious and Imminent Danger Identification Notification Responsibility Evacuation All of the above will probably be applicable to your club. There could be other items particular to your organisation which should be noted in the ‘Risk Assessment’. On the following page is a draft form that may assist you in record keeping.
CLUB NAME; RISK ASSESSMENT FORM UNDERTAKEN BY; REVIEW DATE; List hazards here ............... Persons at risk from hazard Controls Documentation Required action Resultant risk |
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