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ICTWHS202
Work safely in a radio frequency electromagnetic radiation environment

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Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024


This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to use organisational risk control procedures when working with a risk of exposure to radio frequency (RF) electromagnetic radiation (EMR) hazards.

The unit applies to site maintenance staff, technicians and installers who install or maintain equipment at installations that are sources of RF EMR.

Work functions in the occupational areas where this unit may be used are subject to regulatory requirements. Refer to the ICT Implementation Guide Companion Volume or the relevant regulator for details of licensing, legislative or certification requirements.

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Evidence Required

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ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1. Prepare to work in RF EMR environment

1.1 Identify characteristics of RF EMR and situations that can lead to exposure to RF EMR hazards

1.2 Identify potential effects of RF EMR on human body and contributing factors that affect it

1.3 Research relevant regulations and standards that apply to working with and controlling RF EMR hazards

1.4 Obtain and review RF EMR information required for work environment

2. Assess RF EMR risks

2.1 Assess potential RF EMR hazards in telecommunications work environment

2.2 Estimate likely field strength pattern of potential RF EMR hazard

3. Control RF EMR risks

3.1 Explain typical organisational controls to manage and control identified RF EMR hazards

3.2 Choose and apply appropriate RF EMR controls

3.3 Report EMR exposure that exceeds acceptable levels according to organisational work health and safety (WHS) requirements

Evidence of the ability to:

identify the effect of radio frequency (RF) electromagnetic radiation (EMR) on the human body

locate, interpret and apply relevant information, standards and specifications for working safely with RF EMR

identify organisational controls for exposure to RF EMR, including lock-out procedures and the use of personal protective equipment

identify risks and safety requirements and record in a job safety analysis (JSA) sheet or safe work method statement (SWMS) or similar record sheet

select and use appropriate processes, tools and equipment to minimise RF EMR risk

comply with regulations, standards and organisational procedures and processes

communicate and work effectively and safely with others.

Note: If a specific volume or frequency is not stated, then evidence must be provided at least once.

To complete the unit requirements safely and effectively, the individual must:

describe the characteristics of RF EMR and sources of RF EMR, and state their effect on the human body

describe the nature of work undertaken close to sources of RF EMR and identify the associated risks and hazards

identify and summarise the regulations and standards that govern the generation of RF and EMR

identify the relevant statutory and regulatory requirements relating to working safely with RF EMR

describe the organisational control processes for managing exposure to RF EMR.

Gather evidence to demonstrate consistent performance in conditions that are safe and replicate the workplace. Noise levels, production flow, interruptions and time variances should be typical of those experienced in the telecommunications – work health and safety field of work and include access to:

induction procedures and requirements

relevant specifications and work instructions

tools and equipment appropriate to applying safe work practices

support materials appropriate to activity

workplace instructions relating to safe work practices and addressing hazards and emergencies

relevant regulations, standards, specifications and manuals, including industry related systems information.

Assessors of this unit must satisfy the requirements for assessors in applicable vocational education and training legislation, frameworks and/or standards.

Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

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ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1. Prepare to work in RF EMR environment

1.1 Identify characteristics of RF EMR and situations that can lead to exposure to RF EMR hazards

1.2 Identify potential effects of RF EMR on human body and contributing factors that affect it

1.3 Research relevant regulations and standards that apply to working with and controlling RF EMR hazards

1.4 Obtain and review RF EMR information required for work environment

2. Assess RF EMR risks

2.1 Assess potential RF EMR hazards in telecommunications work environment

2.2 Estimate likely field strength pattern of potential RF EMR hazard

3. Control RF EMR risks

3.1 Explain typical organisational controls to manage and control identified RF EMR hazards

3.2 Choose and apply appropriate RF EMR controls

3.3 Report EMR exposure that exceeds acceptable levels according to organisational work health and safety (WHS) requirements

Evidence of the ability to:

identify the effect of radio frequency (RF) electromagnetic radiation (EMR) on the human body

locate, interpret and apply relevant information, standards and specifications for working safely with RF EMR

identify organisational controls for exposure to RF EMR, including lock-out procedures and the use of personal protective equipment

identify risks and safety requirements and record in a job safety analysis (JSA) sheet or safe work method statement (SWMS) or similar record sheet

select and use appropriate processes, tools and equipment to minimise RF EMR risk

comply with regulations, standards and organisational procedures and processes

communicate and work effectively and safely with others.

Note: If a specific volume or frequency is not stated, then evidence must be provided at least once.

To complete the unit requirements safely and effectively, the individual must:

describe the characteristics of RF EMR and sources of RF EMR, and state their effect on the human body

describe the nature of work undertaken close to sources of RF EMR and identify the associated risks and hazards

identify and summarise the regulations and standards that govern the generation of RF and EMR

identify the relevant statutory and regulatory requirements relating to working safely with RF EMR

describe the organisational control processes for managing exposure to RF EMR.

Gather evidence to demonstrate consistent performance in conditions that are safe and replicate the workplace. Noise levels, production flow, interruptions and time variances should be typical of those experienced in the telecommunications – work health and safety field of work and include access to:

induction procedures and requirements

relevant specifications and work instructions

tools and equipment appropriate to applying safe work practices

support materials appropriate to activity

workplace instructions relating to safe work practices and addressing hazards and emergencies

relevant regulations, standards, specifications and manuals, including industry related systems information.

Assessors of this unit must satisfy the requirements for assessors in applicable vocational education and training legislation, frameworks and/or standards.
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Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Identify characteristics of RF EMR and situations that can lead to exposure to RF EMR hazards 
Identify potential effects of RF EMR on human body and contributing factors that affect it 
Research relevant regulations and standards that apply to working with and controlling RF EMR hazards 
Obtain and review RF EMR information required for work environment 
Assess potential RF EMR hazards in telecommunications work environment 
Estimate likely field strength pattern of potential RF EMR hazard 
Explain typical organisational controls to manage and control identified RF EMR hazards 
Choose and apply appropriate RF EMR controls 
Report EMR exposure that exceeds acceptable levels according to organisational work health and safety (WHS) requirements 

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