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.
ELEMENTS | PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
Elements describe the essential outcomes. | Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the range of conditions. |
1. Follow safe work practices | 1.1 Identify organisational and site WHS policies and procedures. 1.2 Operate and use tools, equipment and machinery appropriate to work task and according to manufacturer's recommendations. 1.3 Select, use and store personal protective equipment and clothing appropriate to work task requirements. 1.4 Use plant and equipment guards according to manufacturer's specifications. 1.5 Identify and follow safety signs and symbols. |
2. Identify risks | 2.1 Identify existing and potential hazards in the work area and report to appropriate personnel. 2.2 Identify WHS issues and risks in the work area and report to appropriate personnel. 2.3 Follow workplace procedures and work instructions for controlling risks and protecting the environment. 2.4 Complete hazard, accident or incident reports accurately and clearly and according to organisational policies and procedures. |
3. Follow emergency procedures | 3.1 Notify appropriate personnel in the event of an emergency. 3.2 Follow workplace procedures for dealing with accidents and emergencies. 3.3 Practise emergency and evacuation procedures and carry out emergency and evacuation procedures in the event of an emergency. 3.4 Record and accurately report emergencies and evacuation procedures. |
A person demonstrating competency in this unit must satisfy all of the elements, performance criteria and foundation skills of this unit. If a specific volume or frequency is not stated below, then evidence must be provided that the following requirements have been performed on at least one occasion:
identify risks and hazards in the workplace and implement appropriate actions to address those risks and hazards
use and maintain personal protective equipment and clothing to ensure their own safety
follow emergency and evacuation procedures
interpret and follow safety signs and symbols
complete and maintain workplace information, records and reports about hazards, risks and incidents.
A person competent in this unit must be able to demonstrate knowledge of:
legal and organisational requirements and codes of practice relevant to WHS
enterprise and site standards, policies and procedures for WHS, as they apply to the job role
environmental risks and hazard identification
hazard and risk control
equipment used for workplace health and safety, and procedures for its safe use and maintenance
personal protective equipment and clothing and its properties
firefighting equipment
fatigue management
elimination of hazardous substances
machine guarding
manual handling including shifting, lifting and carrying
procedures for recording and reporting workplace information.
The following resources must be made available:
personal protective equipment
organisational policies and procedures
manufacturer’s instructions for the safe use of equipment.
Competency is to be assessed in the workplace or a simulated environment that accurately reflects performance in a real workplace setting.
Assessor requirements
Assessors must:
hold the appropriate assessor competency standards as outlined in regulations; and
be able to demonstrate vocational competencies at least to the level being assessed; and
be able to demonstrate how they are continuing to develop their VET knowledge and skills as well as maintaining their industry currency and assessor competence.