ASWPGT Glossary of Terms
Hazard Refers to a source of energy, when not controlled can cause
injury to a worker. An identifiable risk posed to a worker.
Hazard Area A worksite defined and controlled by the person in charge or
supervisor.
Implant Small encapsulated container containing such materials as
fertilizer or pesticide that is installed by means of drilling a small
hole into the tree's trunk and inserting the capsule.
Interim Anchor Point A limb of sufficient size and strength to support the load to be
applied. Factors to be considered should include but not limited
to:
Weight of climber
Species characteristics
Diameter of limb or stem
Branch union angle should be wide enough to allow free running
of the rope
The main stem and the support branch must be sound, inspect
for:
Decay
Bird holes
Cracks
Imbedded objects
Cankers
Ensure that the selected tie in point is located so that a slip or
fall will swing the climber away from any electrical conductor or
other potential hazard.
If working within the legislated Limits of Approach contact the
Infrastructure Health and Safety Association for further
information.
Job Planning A work plan agreed to by all workers involved that identifies all
known hazards, eliminates the hazards where practical, controls
the hazards that cannot be eliminated, protects against injury if
a hazard gets out of control, minimizes the severity of an injury if
one takes place and identifies each worker's responsibilities in
the performance of the work.
Limits of Approach A procedural barrier system for authorized workers or workers
under the continuous direction of an authorized worker,
intended to minimize the risk associated with working in
proximity to exposed energized apparatus. Specific distances
can be found in the Electrical Safety Rule Book and Regulations
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