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 | Assess confined space for entry | 1.1 | Confirm the purpose of the required entry |
| 1.2 | Check the documented risk assessment associated with the entry to the confined space |
| 1.3 | Identify and assess hazards within/around the confined space |
| 1.4 | Identify hazard controls and check they are functional and appropriate. |
| 1.5 | Check the incident/emergency response plan is appropriate to the job |
| 1.6 | Rehearse own role in an incident/emergency response |
| 1.7 | Confirm and verify that the conditions of the permit reflect the risk assessment |
| 1.8 | Ensure the confined space is ready for entry |
2 | Use safety equipment and personal protective equipment (PPE) | 2.1 | Secure the worksite |
| 2.2 | Select, fit and wear designated PPE |
| 2.3 | Select, test and use required instruments and monitors |
| 2.4 | Challenge test atmosphere/atmospheric monitoring instrument if required before entry |
| 2.5 | Confirm test/monitoring results show entry is safe |
3 | Work in accordance with confined space requirements | 3.1 | Enter confined space safely |
| 3.2 | Work in compliance with permit requirements |
| 3.3 | Arrange re-authorisation/reissue of permits as required |
| 3.4 | Complete confined space working documentation |
| 3.5 | Maintain communications with all relevant personnel |
| 3.6 | Monitor atmosphere within the confined space as required by the permit |
| 3.7 | Monitor environment around the confined space for relevant changes |
| 3.8 | Take appropriate action if there is a change in risk/work environment |
4 | Conclude confined space operations in accordance with procedures | 4.1 | Recover, clean, service and store equipment |
| 4.2 | Complete required final documentation |
| 4.3 | Report any issues |
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:
identify hazards and apply relevant hazard controls
undertake all checks and preparation in accordance with permit conditions and site procedures
check that hazard controls are in place and operational
confirm the permit conditions reflect risk assessment and confined space is ready for entry
enter the confined space and carry out actions specified in the permit/standard procedures, including all safety procedures
monitor the conditions of work under the permit
interpret and respond to gas test/monitoring results
initiate incident/emergency response plan
select, use and maintain equipment, including:
instruments and monitors
personal protective equipment (PPE)
use communication equipment and processes applicable to confined space work
communicate effectively with team/work group and other personnel in the language of the workplace
complete required workplace forms.
Evidence must be provided that demonstrates knowledge of:
organisation procedures, including:
work permit systems
safety, emergency and hazard controls
incident response
hazards that may arise in relation to the confined space, including:
their possible causes
potential consequences
appropriate risk controls
communication protocols relevant to confined space requirements
tests relevant to confined space entry and the interpretation of test results, including at least one (1) of:
atmospheric/oxygen/breathability
flammability/explosivity
toxicity
temperature
humidity.
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.
It is appropriate to train and assess the prerequisite unit MSMPER200 Work in accordance with an issued permit concurrently. It may also be appropriate to cluster other related units and deliver and assess concurrently.
The unit should be assessed holistically and the judgement of competence shall be based on a holistic assessment of the evidence.
The collection of performance evidence will require a ‘practical assessment’ which:
requires entry, compliant with Section 3.4.29 of AS 2865-2009 Confined spaces, into two (2) different confined spaces which are reasonable facsimiles of an industrial confined space
requires the conduct of a simple task (‘work’), while within each confined space
requires the entry to be under a confined space entry permit, the permitting system and the permit itself to be reasonable facsimiles of industrial permits and systems
requires the person to undertake all checks and complete all documentation that is required for the confined space entry.
The confined space used should be a reasonable facsimile of an industrial confined space. The use of breathing apparatus and black out goggles is not required for this unit.
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.
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.