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

This unit of competency could be assessed by observing the recognition of hazards in the workplace, ensuring own safety and that of others, and following emergency procedures.

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

A person who demonstrates competency in this unit must be able to provide evidence of the required skills and knowledge specified in this unit.

In particular the person should demonstrate the ability to:

follow emergency procedures in emergency situations (note that evidence in this area may be gathered through simulations)

identify hazards and risks in the workplace and report them to appropriate personnel

follow workplace procedures for controlling risks in the workplace.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment of essential underpinning knowledge may be conducted in an off-site context. It is to comply with relevant regulatory or Australian standards’ requirements.

Resource implications for assessment include access to:

assessment documentation forms and record books

manuals and relevant documentation, including OHS policies and procedures

PPE commonly used to reduce workplace risk

relevant products, tools, specialist equipment and associated instructions

suitable work area, or simulated workplace environment, that allows for identification of hazards.

Method of assessment

Assessment methods must:

satisfy the endorsed Assessment Guidelines of the Property Services Training Package

include direct observation of tasks in real or simulated work conditions, with questioning to confirm the ability to consistently identify and correctly interpret the essential underpinning knowledge required for practical application

reinforce the integration of employability skills with workplace tasks and job roles

confirm that competency is verified and able to be transferred to other circumstances and environments.

This unit could be assessed on its own or in combination with other units relevant to the job function.

Guidance information for assessment

Reasonable adjustments for people with disabilities must be made to assessment processes where required. This could include access to modified equipment and other physical resources, and the provision of appropriate assessment support.

Assessment processes and techniques should as far as is practical take into account the language, literacy and numeracy capacity of the candidate in relation to the competency being assessed.

Required skills

interpersonal skills to relate to people from diverse backgrounds

language and literacy skills to:

communicate clearly and concisely verbally and in writing

communicate OHS information to personnel

participate in OHS training

read and interpret directions and information, including:

emergency responses

product instructions

safety signs

work instructions

report potential and existing risks or hazards

skills to work safely when:

identifying hazards and controlling risks

using tools, equipment and products

Required knowledge

common workplace hazards and risk control measures, including:

equipment and material use, storage, cleaning and disposal procedures

range and meaning of workplace safety signs and symbols

site safety plan

types and purpose of personal protective equipment (PPE)

ways to maintain OHS in emergency situations

communication channels and procedures to report OHS concerns

rights and responsibilities of parties in workplace under relevant OHS Acts, regulations and codes of practice

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.

Hazards may include:

blocked access to emergency entry and exit points

electrical and mechanical faults

unsafe manual handling methods

improper use of hazardous materials and chemicals.

Identifying hazards may include:

checking equipment or work area before and during work

housekeeping

inspecting workplace equipment and work areas.

Appropriate personnel may include:

health and safety representatives

managers

OHS personnel

other persons, including emergency service personnel authorised or nominated by organisation or industry to:

approve specified work

direct specified work and functions

inspect specified work

perform specified work and functions

supervisors and team leaders.

Workplace procedures may include specific OHS procedures and organisational policies or procedures relating to:

assessment and control of risks

consultation and participation arrangements for employees

emergency response

OHS issue resolution

safe operating procedures or instructions that cover but are not limited to:

awareness of electrical hazards

awareness of environmental hazards

confined space procedures

provision of first aid

safe use of tools and equipment

working safely around electrical wiring, cables and overhead powerlines

specific hazards

reporting OHS issues

use of PPE

workplace safety inspections.

Company requirements may include:

counselling and disciplinary processes

following procedures to dispose of, re-use or recycle resources

maintaining plant and equipment

purchasing supplies and equipment

work procedures and work instructions.

OHS legislation may include:

general duty of care under OHS legislation and common law

provisions relating to OHS issue resolution

provisions relating to roles and responsibilities of health and safety representatives and OHS committees

regulations and codes of practice, including regulations and codes of practice relating to hazards present in workplace or industry

state, territory and commonwealth OHS Acts.

Participating may include:

formal and informal meetings of:

OHS committees

other committees, such as consultative, planning and purchasing

suggestions, requests, reports and concerns put forward by employees to management.

Emergency procedures may include:

accident and incident reporting

chemical containment

evacuations

following instructions from authorised or appropriate personnel during hazardous events

provision of first aid.

Hazardous events may include:

accidents, including motor vehicle accidents

acts of violence

bomb threats

chemical spills

fire and explosions

inhalation of dangerous substances

natural disasters.