Assessor Resource
PSPSOHS405A
Contribute to the implementation of emergency procedures
Assessment tool
Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024
This unit applies to individuals with supervisory responsibilities for managing OHS in the workplace who contribute to the procedures for responding to emergencies. This unit assumes that expert advice will be available in identifying potential emergencies and in formulating the response plans.
As the unit focuses on implementation of procedures already developed for short term emergency responses, it is less complex than PSPSPOHS508A Participate in the investigation of incidents,, which has greater scope both in situations addressed and the timeframe for action.
Contributions to the actions to control OHS risks are covered in PSPSOHS404A Contribute to the implementation of strategies to control OHS risk.
This unit covers the knowledge, processes and techniques necessary to contribute to the implementation of procedures for responding to emergencies.
In practice, contributing to the implementation of emergency procedures may overlap with other generalist or specialist public sector work activities such as acting ethically, using communication strategies, gathering and analysing information, delivering client services, supporting policy implementation.
No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of endorsement.
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