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 describe the essential outcomes | Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element |
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1 | Prepare for the job | 1.1 | Check the permit issued is appropriate and sufficient for the work to be done |
| 1.2 | Prepare a rescue/incident response plan in accordance with procedures |
| 1.3 | Check plan is workable within the approved job procedures and issued permit |
| 1.4 | Request revision of job procedures and/or permit to ensure rescue/incident response plan is practical |
2 | Control the permit site | 2.1 | Interpret the hazard controls required by the permit |
| 2.2 | Check all hazard controls are operational and complied with at all times |
| 2.3 | Maintain constant communication with workers as relevant to the job and permit |
| 2.4 | Control entry to and exit from the worksite in accordance with the requirements of the permit |
| 2.5 | Monitor the environment of the worksite and adjacent areas |
| 2.6 | Monitor scope and location of work as defined by the permit |
| 2.7 | Withdraw permit and shut down worksite if conditions vary from those required by the permit |
3 | Take appropriate action for potential incident | 3.1 | Ensure all required first response equipment is in the location specified by the permit and is in working condition |
| 3.2 | Ensure all required monitoring is carried out as required by the permit |
| 3.3 | Withdraw permit and shut down worksite in the event of an alarm or monitoring failure |
| 3.4 | Raise the alarm in the event of an incident |
| 3.5 | Implement rescue/incident response plan as required by procedures |
4 | Complete safety observer role | 4.1 | Hand over to oncoming safety observer before leaving role |
| 4.2 | Complete all required documentation and reports |
Evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy the requirements of the elements and performance criteria and demonstrate the ability to:
read and interpret the safety and hazard control requirements of permit conditions
prepare a rescue/incident response plan in accordance with procedures
ensure workable rescue/incident response plan is in place and aligns with procedures and permit conditions
ensure first response equipment is available and in working condition
observe safety and hazard aspects of work activities under the permit and monitor conformance to permit conditions
communicate effectively with team/work group and other personnel to:
explain and implement safety and incident response procedures
explain the requirements of the permit
withdraw or cause work to cease outside permit conditions
control entry to and exit from the job site
handover to oncoming safety observer
speak clearly and unambiguously in the language of the worksite
complete workplace forms and reports.
Evidence must be provided that demonstrates knowledge of:
organisation procedures, including:
work permit systems
safety, emergency and hazard control
incident response
relevant organisation procedures
hazards that may arise in the job and plant, including:
their possible causes
potential consequences
appropriate risk controls
types of permits, what they cover and associated hazards
scope and limitations of own role and responsibilities.
Competency must be achieved before performing this work unsupervised. Therefore this unit will typically be assessed off the job. Where assessment is undertaken on the job appropriate supervision and safety precautions must be provided.
The unit should be assessed holistically and the judgement of competence based on a holistic assessment of the evidence.
The collection of performance evidence:
should provide evidence of the ability to perform over the range of situations which might be expected to be encountered, including typical disruptions to normal, smooth work conditions
must include the use of typical permits and situations
may use industry-based simulation particularly where safety, lack of opportunity or significant cost is an issue.
Off-the-job assessment must sufficiently reflect realistic operational workplace conditions that cover all aspects of workplace performance including environment, task skills, task management skills, contingency management skills and job role environment skills.
Assessment in a simulated environment should use evidence collected from one or more of:
walk-throughs
demonstration of skills
industry-based case studies/scenarios
‘what ifs’.
Knowledge evidence may be collected concurrently with performance evidence (provided a record is kept) or through an independent process, such as workbooks, written assessments or interviews (provided a record is kept).
Assessment processes and techniques must be appropriate to the language, literacy and numeracy requirements of the work being performed and the needs of the candidate.
Conditions for assessment must include access to all tools, equipment, materials and documentation required, including relevant workplace procedures, product and manufacturing specifications associated with this unit.
The regulatory framework will be reflected in workplace policies and procedures and is not required to be independently assessed.
Foundation skills are integral to competent performance of the unit and should not be assessed separately.
As a minimum, assessors must satisfy the Standards for Registered Training Organisations 2015 assessor requirements.