Assessor Resource

BSBWHS201A
Contribute to health and safety of self and others

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024


This unit applies to individuals who require a fundamental knowledge of WHS to carry out their own work, which may be in a defined context under direct supervision or with some individual responsibility. The unit has broad applicability across industries and workplace contexts.

NOTE: The terms Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) and Work Health and Safety (WHS) are equivalent and generally either can be used in the workplace. In jurisdictions where the National Model WHS Legislation has not been implemented RTOs are advised to contextualise the unit of competency by referring to the existing State/Territory OHS legislative requirements.

This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to participate in work health and safety (WHS) processes to protect own health and safety, and that of others.

You may want to include more information here about the target group and the purpose of the assessments (eg formative, summative, recognition)

Prerequisites

Not applicable.

Employability Skills

This unit contains employability skills.



Evidence Required

List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.

The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.

Overview of assessment

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

Evidence of the following is essential:

following all relevant safety procedures and instructions

identifying and reporting hazards to designated personnel

knowledge of relevant materials, equipment and work processes.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment must ensure:

safety processes, hazards and risks are relevant to area of work.

Method of assessment

A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:

analysis of responses to case studies and scenarios

demonstration of techniques

direct questioning combined with review of portfolios of evidence and third-party workplace reports of onthejob performance by the candidate

review of documentation identifying and reporting emergency incidents.

Guidance information for assessment

Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended.

Submission Requirements

List each assessment task's title, type (eg project, observation/demonstration, essay, assingnment, checklist) and due date here

Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

Copy and paste from the following data to produce each assessment task. Write these in plain English and spell out how, when and where the task is to be carried out, under what conditions, and what resources are needed. Include guidelines about how well the candidate has to perform a task for it to be judged satisfactory.

Required skills

communication skills to contribute to workplace meetings

literacy skills to:

contribute to workplace meetings, inspections and other WHS consultative activities

interpret safety signs, symbols, notices and other WHS documents

record and report hazards, risks, emergency incidents and injuries

problem-solving skills to follow procedures in an emergency.

Required knowledge

emergency procedures, including procedures for fires and incidents

meaning of commonly used hazard signs and safety symbols

responsibilities, as specified in WHS Acts, regulations and codes of practice, of:

self

persons conducting businesses or undertakings (PCBUs) or their officers

fellow workers.

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.

Safety procedures and instructions may include:

as contained in health and safety brochures, magazines and other material

completing required documentation

following procedures for work area housekeeping

following WHS guidelines relevant to workplace procedures for:

disposing of spilled substances, dangerous products, sharps and waste, and cleaning equipment

maintaining stocks of cleaning equipment, such as disposable gloves, liquid repellent aprons, and disinfectant

sterilising cleaning equipment

using appropriate cleaning equipment to clean spillages and breakages

wearing personal protective clothing and protective eyewear when in contact with body fluids or chemicals that may splash

handling, using and storing hazardous chemicals according to workplace procedures

labels for hazardous chemicals

safety data sheets (SDS)

specific guidelines and procedures as they apply to own work area

undergoing operator training and instruction when using new equipment or processes.

Emergency incidents may include:

accidents

alcohol and other drug intoxication

crime

external threats

fire

flood

near misses

sudden illness.

Designated persons may include:

health and safety officers

health and safety representatives

managers and supervisors

other persons authorised or nominated by the organisation

PCBUs or their officers

team leaders

union officers

WHS inspectors

WHS permit entry holders.

Hazards may include anything that can cause harm, including:

as specified in WHS Acts, regulations and codes of practice

blood

breakage and spillage

criminal acts

fatigue

hazardous chemicals

hazardous equipment

hazardous work processes

intoxication

needle sticks

sources of infection

stress

unsafe work tasks or practices.

Duty holders may include:

as specified in WHS Acts:

PCBUs or their officers

workers

other persons at a workplace.

Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Follow provided safety procedures and instructions when conducting work 
Carry out prestart systems and equipment checks according to workplace procedures 
Follow workplace procedures for responding to emergency incidents 
Identify designated persons for reporting queries and concerns about safety in the workplace 
Identify existing and potential hazards in the workplace, report them to designated persons, and record them according to workplace procedures 
Identify and implement WHS procedures and work instructions 
Identify and report emergency incidents and injuries to designated persons according to workplace procedures 
Identify WHS duty holders in own work area and their duties 
Contribute to workplace meetings, inspections and other WHS consultative activities 
Raise WHS issues with designated persons according to organisational procedures 
Take actions to eliminate workplace hazards and reduce risks 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

BSBWHS201A - Contribute to health and safety of self and others
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Assessment Record Sheet

BSBWHS201A - Contribute to health and safety of self and others

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