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 | Recognise hazards | 1.1 | Identify hazards commonly found in the workplace |
| 1.2 | Check work area routinely before and during work |
| 1.3 | Describe causes of identified hazards |
2 | Follow procedures for hazard control | 2.1 | Follow procedures to remove or minimise hazards, within the scope of responsibilities and competencies |
| 2.2 | Use required personal protective and other safety equipment (PPE) |
| 2.3 | Describe the potential consequences of failing to follow these procedures and instructions |
3 | Follow emergency procedures | 3.1 | Recognise emergency/emergency alarm |
| 3.2 | Go to muster point following procedure |
| 3.3 | Follow instructions related to the emergency |
4 | Report problems | 4.1 | Report to appropriate people in accordance with workplace procedures when hazards or other problems arise |
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:
recognise hazards
use required personal protective equipment (PPE)
take the action specified in the procedures
report the situation as specified in the procedures
Evidence must be provided that demonstrates knowledge of:
the rights and responsibilities of personnel under the WHS legislation
hazard and emergency signs, labels and alarms
hazards that may arise in the job/work environment, including:
their possible causes
potential consequences
appropriate risk controls
types and application of PPE
procedures for reporting WSE problems and taking action
emergency procedures.
Competency must be achieved before performing this activity. 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
will typically include the use of appropriate tools, equipment and safety gear requiring demonstration of preparation, operation, completion and responding to problems
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.