This describes the essential knowledge and skills and their level required for this unit. |
Required knowledge: |
Relevant OH&S procedures and guidelines |
Risks when using manually-operated equipment to shift loads and related precautions to control the risk |
Reporting procedures in regard to unsafe situations, fire hazards, broken or damaged equipment or fittings, sickness and accidents |
Location and use of safety alarms, manifests, emergency shut-off systems, emergency communication systems |
Signs and signals used for OH&S warnings |
Terms used in material safety data sheets (where relevant) |
HAZCHEM symbols and implications for safe work and storage |
Storage and use of hazardous substances |
Handling of broken or damaged equipment |
Manual and mechanically assisted lifting and load shifting procedures |
Transport requirements for goods within workplace |
Emergency and evacuation procedures |
Housekeeping standards and procedures required in the workplace |
Site layout and obstacles |
Required skills: |
Communicate effectively with others when following OH&S procedures |
Read and comprehend simple statements in English |
Read and interpret relevant safety-related information including safety labels, instructions for safe work, relevant material safety data sheets, workplace procedures and codes of practice |
Identify containers and goods coding, ADG and IMDG markings and where applicable emergency information panels |
Interpret and follow operational instructions and prioritise work |
Complete documentation related to OH&S in the workplace |
Operate electronic communication equipment to required protocol |
Estimate the size shape and special requirements of loads |
Work collaboratively with others when following OH&S procedures |
Adapt appropriately to cultural differences in the workplace, including modes of behaviour and interactions with others |
Promptly report and/or rectify any identified problems, faults or malfunctions that may arise when following OH&S procedures in accordance with regulatory requirements and workplace procedures |
Implement contingency plans for unanticipated situations that may occur when following OH&S procedures |
Apply precautions and required action to minimise, control or eliminate hazards that may exist during work activities |
Monitor work activities in terms of planned schedule |
Modify activities depending on differing operational contingencies, risk situations and environments |
Apply fatigue management knowledge and techniques |
Work systematically with required attention to detail without injury to self or others, or damage to goods or equipment |
Operate and adapt to differences in equipment in accordance with standard operating procedures |
Select and use required personal protective equipment conforming to industry and OH&S standards |