School of Geography and Environmental Science (SGES)
The school is committed to provide a safe and healthy environment in which staff, students, contractors and visitors are able to conduct their daily activities of teaching, research and related administration. To achieve this goal, the SGES has implemented policies and procedures within the framework of policies and procedures of the Monash University 'Occupational Health, Safety and Environment' department.
Employees, students and visitors are also responsible for carrying out their work or study according to Monash policy and in a sensible and safe manner. The Monash University Occupational Health Safety and Environment unit website is http://www.adm.monash.edu/ohse/. This site provides a comprehensive account of Monash policy, regulations and guidelines with links to related sites and databases.
| Emergency Contact Officers | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| DWG representative | Mr. Stuart Lees | Room S412 | Ext. 52250 |
| School Manager | Kathleen Grant | Room S212 | Ext. 52941 |
| Safety Officer | Mr. Darren Hocking | Room 232/28 | Ext. 20882 |
| Head of School | Associate Professor David Dunkerley | Room S319 | Ext. 52914 |
| Laboratory Manager | Ms. Ursula Pietrzak | Room S217 | Ext. 51427 |
In an EMERGENCY ring 333
Emergency and Evacuation Procedures Emergency evacuation instructions are contained in the booklet located at each telephone in SGES. Familiarise yourself with emergency signals, evacuation routes, emergency exits, fire break glass alarms, assembly areas, emergency wardens and first aiders in your area.
Occupational Health and Safety Zones
SGES is in OHSE Zone 1 in Building 11 (Robert Menzies Building) Two laboratories are in Zone 15, Building 27 (Senior Physics building) The Designated Work Group (DWG) is DWG 2.
First Aid
The following staff members have qualified as first aiders and may be contacted when assistance is required:
| First-aid | Fire wardens | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Second Floor South | Ursula Pietrzak | Room S217 | Kathleen Grant David Dunkerley |
Room S212 Room S207 |
| Third Floor South | David Dunkerley | Room S319 | Bruno David Ian McNiven |
Room S321b Room S321a |
Health Service
The Monash University Health Service is located in the west end of the Campus Centre, Building 10.
Emergencies
In cases of emergency or if you have concerns about your personal safety - Call 333
Security
To report any suspicious activity within the building or if you believe the lift may have broken down - Call Security, ext 53059
Maintenance
To report any maintenance issues within the common areas of the building, escalator outage etc. - Call Facilities & Services, ext 51656
Telephones are available in:
Manton Rooms Foyer - Ground Floor Building Attendant's Area - Ground Floor Every H Lecture Theatre - Ground Floor