Assessor Resource
DEFWHS017
Apply knowledge of WHS legislation
Assessment tool
Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024
This unit describes the skills required to analyse and apply knowledge of Work Health and Safety (WHS) legislation. The application of WHS legislation knowledge is specific to a variety of component processes in safety case activities.
This unit applies to those working in Defence who are not specialists in the field but need the knowledge to inform their decision making and underpins advice to stakeholders. This unit was developed for Defence workers involved in the evaluation and review of safety cases but is applicable to all individuals who work in this field.
The skills and knowledge described in this unit must be applied within the legislative, regulatory and policy environment in which they are carried out. Organisational policies and procedures must be consulted and adhered to.
Those undertaking this unit would work independently or as part of a team under indirect supervision. They must be able to use discretion and judgement and take responsibility for the quality of their outputs. They would perform complex tasks in a range of familiar contexts.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to unit at the time of publication.
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