Overview
RSB undertakes fieldwork as part of its research and teaching activities in a wide range of locations and ecosystems. School Service Team staff provide assistance to ensure that fieldwork WHS and regulatory requirements are met.
Services and Equipment
Services available:
- Advice and guidance on how to complete fieldwork travel approvals
- Advice and guidance on how to complete fieldwork Risk Assessments and fieldwork Safe Work Procedure documents
- 4WD training
- WHS and Fieldwork Safety training
- RSB has a collection of fieldwork safety equipment that is available for loan from the RSB Fieldwork Safety Coordinator. Fieldworkers are strongly encouraged to use this equipment.
Field Equipment
RSB has a collection of field safety equipment that is available for loan. The following equipment is available from the Fieldwork Safety Coordinator (E: fieldwork.rsb@anu.edu.au T: x 50606).
- EPIRBs
- GPS
- InReach GPS Trackers
- UHF radios
- First aid kits
- Binoculars
- Car fridges
- Spotlights
- Folding tables & chairs
- Air compressors
- Max Trax
- Climbing helmets
In addition RSB have Satellite phones available for loan. To book, use the RSB online booking system, Resource Booker.
