Assessor Resource

PUAEMR026
Treat operational risk

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


This unit applies to people working in a relatively simple and routine workplace in which they use the organisation’s policy and procedures. They would normally have local supervisory/management responsibility and will apply known solutions to a variety of predictable problems.

No licencing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.

This unit describes the outcomes required to identify, plan and implement treatment options in order to reduce risk.

You may want to include more information here about the target group and the purpose of the assessments (eg formative, summative, recognition)

Prerequisites

Not applicable.

Employability Skills

This unit contains employability skills.



Evidence Required

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Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

Assessment must confirm the ability to define and identify risk language, definitions and terminology. Evidence must also be provided of stakeholders’ involvement throughout the treatment process and that an informed analysis and selection of treatment options has been undertaken using the methodology and procedures approved by the organisation.

Consistency in performance

Competency should be demonstrated by gathering evidence over a range of workplace scenarios, using a variety of tools and methodology and should include the assessment of a variety of risks that may adversely impact on the organisation.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Context of assessment

Competency should be assessed in the workplace or under conditions that closely simulate the workplace.

Specific resources for assessment

Access to:

organisational documentation

relevant organisational standards

appropriate tools and methods used within the organisation

simulated or real-world workplace

Guidance information for assessment

Valid assessment of this unit requires:

a workplace environment or one that closely resembles normal work practice and replicates the range of conditions likely to be encountered when applying the principles of treating operational risk, including coping with difficulties, irregularities and breakdowns in routine

application of the principles of treating operational risk in a range of 3 or more contexts or occasions, over time

Assessment methods should reflect but not exceed workplace demands, such as literacy, and the needs of individuals who might be disadvantaged.

Assessment methods suitable for valid and reliable assessment of this unit must use authenticated evidence from the workplace and/or training courses and should include a combination of two or more of:

workplace projects

simulation or role plays

case studies and scenarios

observation

portfolios

Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

Copy and paste from the following data to produce each assessment task. Write these in plain English and spell out how, when and where the task is to be carried out, under what conditions, and what resources are needed. Include guidelines about how well the candidate has to perform a task for it to be judged satisfactory.

This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level, required for this unit.

Required Skills

communicating effectively with personnel at all levels of organisation and risk management specialists

preparing more detailed reports for a range of target groups including OHS or risk committee, OHS representatives, managers and supervisors

managing own tasks within time frame

using consultation and negotiation skills, particularly in relation to developing plans and implementing and monitoring designated actions

contributing to the assessment of the resources needed to systematically treat risks and, where appropriate, access resources

manage simple project implementation

interpreting information and data to identify areas for improvement

using language and literacy skills appropriate to the workgroup and the task

using basic computer and information technology skills to access internal and external information and data on risk

undertaking basic research to access relevant information and data

paying attention to detail when making observations and recording outcomes

Required Knowledge

organisational policies, procedures and guidelines relevant to risk

risk management terminology and language in accordance with relevant standards (risk, hazard, risk assessment, risk management and risk treatment)

specified methods or tools endorsed by an organisation and provided for use in the identification and analysis of risk

treatment options for risks relevant in the workplace

team work principles and strategies

basic project management strategies

techniques for giving and receiving feedback in a constructive manner

concept of common law duty of care

structure and forms of legislation including regulations, codes of practice, associated standards and guidance material

techniques/methods used to identify or analyse information

verbal and non-verbal communication techniques including language style, active listening

The Range Statement relates to the Unit of Competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording in the Performance Criteria is detailed below.

Risk criteria may include:

the nature and types of causes and consequences that can occur and how they will be measured

how likelihood will be defined

the timeframe(s) of the likelihood and/or consequence(s)

how the level of risk is to be determined

the views of stakeholders

the level at which risk becomes acceptable or tolerable

whether combinations of multiple risks should be taken into account and, if so, how and which combinations should be considered

Treatment options may include:

avoidance of the risk

removing a risk source

changing the likelihood of

an initiating event or source of risk occurring

a hazard impacting on elements at risk

changing the consequences of an identified hazard impact

sharing the risk

retaining the risk based on an informed decision

Organisational standards and guidelines may include:

AS/NZS ISO 31000:2009 Risk management—Principles and guidelines

regulatory or legislative requirements

environmental protection and sustainability regulations

industry standards and codes of practice

organisational charter/business plan

organisational OHS, risk management or resilience policies or operating procedures

Effectiveness may include:

benefits to the individual

benefits to the organisation

cost benefits resulting from the implementation of the treatment

cost of implementing the treatment option

Treatment plans may include:

budgeting

expected outcome of treatments

performance measures

responsibilities

review process to be set in place

schedules

Monitored may include:

critical observation

identification of changes over time

regular checking

regular recording

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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
Calculated level of risk is compared to the established risk criteria and determined to be acceptable or unacceptable in consultation with the supervisor. 
Risk that is determined as unacceptable is documented and noted for treatment. 
Treatment options of known risks are identified and confirmed as contained in organisational standards and guidelines or supervisor’s guidance. 
Treatment options under consideration are evaluated for effectiveness within the given context. 
Selected treatment options are documented and communicated in accordance with organisational policies and procedures. 
Treatment plans incorporating selected options are implemented in accordance with organisational policies and procedures. 
Treatment plans are communicated in the workplace in accordance with organisational policies and procedures. 
Effectiveness and efficiency of the treatment plan is monitored, reviewed and recorded in accordance with organisational policies and procedures to ensure compliance and validity. 
Residual risk is calculated and communicated to supervisors so that a decision can be made whether to accept this risk or to re-establish the risk management process. 
Treatments are adjusted and communicated following the review process. 

Forms

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