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AHCCHM101
Follow basic chemical safety rules

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to perform a work role that uses chemicals and requires awareness of their use.

All work must be carried out to comply with workplace procedures, work health and safety and pesticide legislation and codes.

This unit applies to individuals who undertake defined routine activities alongside a supervisor in most situations. They exercise limited autonomy within established and well known parameters and identify and seek help with simple problems.

The skills and knowledge described in this unit underpin a broad range of activities applicable to various job roles at various levels.

Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements may apply to this unit. Candidates should confirm the regulatory requirements that apply in their relevant State or Territory before undertaking this unit.

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Evidence Required

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Element

Performance criteria

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1. Prepare to work with chemicals

1.1 Confirm the activity to be undertaken with the supervisor

1.2 Take steps to control risks as directed

1.3 Confirm tools and equipment to be used with supervisor

1.4 Wear appropriate personal protective equipment and ensure correct fit as directed by supervisor

2. Identify risks associated with chemicals

2.1 Identify functions of chemicals in the workplace

2.2 Identify chemical labels, safety signs and symbols, Safety Data Sheets (SDS)

2.3 Report safety hazards to supervisor

2.4 Identify and locate chemical storage locations

2.5 Recognise and observe instructions for transport, handling and storage of chemicals

2.6 Recognise and observe instructions for maintenance and storage of personal protective equipment and application equipment

3. Follow chemical handling and storage rules

3.1 Follow chemical handling and storage instructions as per labels

3.2 Follow safety rules when working in areas where chemicals are stored

3.3 Follow emergency procedures in the event of an accident or spillage

3.4 Record information as directed by supervisor

The candidate must be assessed on their ability to integrate and apply the performance requirements of this unit in a workplace setting. Performance must be demonstrated consistently over time and in a suitable range of contexts.

The candidate must provide evidence that they can:

locate and follow safety information on chemical labels and relevant Safety Data Sheets (SDS)

recognise caution or hazard signs and symbols

recognise hazards and risks associated with chemical handling and use

use appropriate personal protective equipment

follow emergency procedures during an accident or spillage

communicate effectively with supervisor such as raising issues of concern

record information accurately

apply enterprise work health and safety procedures

The candidate must demonstrate knowledge of:

occupational health and safety rules required to work near and around chemicals

level of hazard and Poisons Schedule in the relevant State or Territory

types of chemicals used for the control of pests, weeds and diseases

personal protection equipment and when and how it should be used, stored and maintained

environmental impacts of chemical use

roles and responsibilities for using and managing pesticides within the workplace

relevant work health and safety, pesticide and environmental legislation

Competency is to be assessed in the workplace OR simulated environment that accurately reflects performance in a real workplace setting.

Assessors must satisfy current standards for RTOs.

Submission Requirements

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Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

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Element

Performance criteria

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1. Prepare to work with chemicals

1.1 Confirm the activity to be undertaken with the supervisor

1.2 Take steps to control risks as directed

1.3 Confirm tools and equipment to be used with supervisor

1.4 Wear appropriate personal protective equipment and ensure correct fit as directed by supervisor

2. Identify risks associated with chemicals

2.1 Identify functions of chemicals in the workplace

2.2 Identify chemical labels, safety signs and symbols, Safety Data Sheets (SDS)

2.3 Report safety hazards to supervisor

2.4 Identify and locate chemical storage locations

2.5 Recognise and observe instructions for transport, handling and storage of chemicals

2.6 Recognise and observe instructions for maintenance and storage of personal protective equipment and application equipment

3. Follow chemical handling and storage rules

3.1 Follow chemical handling and storage instructions as per labels

3.2 Follow safety rules when working in areas where chemicals are stored

3.3 Follow emergency procedures in the event of an accident or spillage

3.4 Record information as directed by supervisor

The candidate must be assessed on their ability to integrate and apply the performance requirements of this unit in a workplace setting. Performance must be demonstrated consistently over time and in a suitable range of contexts.

The candidate must provide evidence that they can:

locate and follow safety information on chemical labels and relevant Safety Data Sheets (SDS)

recognise caution or hazard signs and symbols

recognise hazards and risks associated with chemical handling and use

use appropriate personal protective equipment

follow emergency procedures during an accident or spillage

communicate effectively with supervisor such as raising issues of concern

record information accurately

apply enterprise work health and safety procedures

The candidate must demonstrate knowledge of:

occupational health and safety rules required to work near and around chemicals

level of hazard and Poisons Schedule in the relevant State or Territory

types of chemicals used for the control of pests, weeds and diseases

personal protection equipment and when and how it should be used, stored and maintained

environmental impacts of chemical use

roles and responsibilities for using and managing pesticides within the workplace

relevant work health and safety, pesticide and environmental legislation

Competency is to be assessed in the workplace OR simulated environment that accurately reflects performance in a real workplace setting.

Assessors must satisfy current standards for RTOs.
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Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Confirm the activity to be undertaken with the supervisor 
Take steps to control risks as directed 
Confirm tools and equipment to be used with supervisor 
Wear appropriate personal protective equipment and ensure correct fit as directed by supervisor 
Identify functions of chemicals in the workplace 
Identify chemical labels, safety signs and symbols, Safety Data Sheets (SDS) 
Report safety hazards to supervisor 
Identify and locate chemical storage locations 
Recognise and observe instructions for transport, handling and storage of chemicals 
Recognise and observe instructions for maintenance and storage of personal protective equipment and application equipment 
Follow chemical handling and storage instructions as per labels 
Follow safety rules when working in areas where chemicals are stored 
Follow emergency procedures in the event of an accident or spillage 
Record information as directed by supervisor 

Forms

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