The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.

Overview of assessment

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

The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit must be relevant to worksite operations and satisfy all of the requirements of the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge and the range statement of this unit and include evidence of the following:

knowledge of the requirements, procedures and instructions for applying risk management processes

implementation of requirements, procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient completion of risk management processes

working with others to undertake and complete the application of risk management processes that meets all of the required outcomes

consistent timely completion of risk management processes that safely, effectively and efficiently meets the required outcomes

Context of and specific resources for assessment

This unit must be assessed in the context of the work environment. Where personal safety or environmental damage are limiting factors, assessment may occur in a simulated environment provided it is realistic and sufficiently rigorous to cover all aspects of workplace performance, including task skills, task management skills, contingency management skills and job role environment skills.

The assessment environment should not disadvantage the participant. For example, language, literacy and numeracy demands of assessment should not be greater than those required on the job.

Customisation of assessment and delivery environment to sensitively accommodate cultural diversity.

Aboriginal people and other people from a non English speaking background may have second language issues.

Assessment of this competency requires typical resources normally used in the work environment. Selection and use of resources for particular worksites may differ due to site circumstances.

Where applicable, physical resources should include equipment modified for people with disabilities.

Access must be provided to appropriate learning and/or assessment support when required.

Method of assessment

This unit may be assessed in a holistic way with other units of competency. The assessment strategy for this unit must verify required knowledge and skill and practical application using more than one of the following assessment methods:

written and/or oral assessment of the candidate's required knowledge

observed, documented and/or first hand testimonial evidence of the candidate's:

implementation of appropriate requirement, procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient achievement of required outcomes

consistently achieving the required outcomes

first hand testimonial evidence of the candidate's:

working with others to undertake and complete the application of risk management processes

Guidance information for assessment

Consult the SkillsDMC User Guide for further information on assessment including access and equity issues.

Required skills

Specific skills are required to achieve the performance criteria in this unit, particularly for the application in the various circumstances in which this unit may be applied. This includes the ability to carry out the following as required for the safe, effective and efficient application of risk management processes:

apply legislative, organisation and site requirements and procedures

research, analyse and apply relevant operational information

demonstrate and apply common industry terminology

interpret work procedures and processes

use effective communication skills, including questioning and active listening skills with supervisors and other employees

write reports

apply planning and organising skills to the risk management processes

demonstrate teamwork to involve and engage the employers/supervisors in the risk management processes

apply problem solving skills to technical resources and infrastructure issues

Required knowledge

Specific knowledge is required to achieve the Performance Criteria of this unit, particularly its application in a variety of circumstances in which the unit may be used. This includes knowledge of the following, as required for the safe, effective and efficient application of risk management process:

OHS legislation and regulations

appropriate resources and infrastructure context and language

topics or subject areas which are target for assessment and treatment

site risk management systems and their application

conventions and requirements for written communications including report writing

Relevant compliance documentation

may include:

legislative, organisation and site requirements and procedures

manufacturer’s guidelines and specifications

Australian standards

code of practice

Employment and workplace relations legislation

Equal Employment Opportunity and Disability Discrimination legislation

Risk Management is defined as:

the culture, processes and structures that are directed towards the effective management of potential opportunities and adverse effects

Existing procedures may include those focussed on:

personal safety (e.g. personal protective equipment, medical standards, drug and alcohol, stress management and evacuation)

equipment and machinery isolation

protection and guarding

hazard identification and monitoring

chemical safety

fire safety

other potential emergency related circumstances

uncontrolled energy

change

Risk is defined as:

the chance of something happening that will have an impact upon objectives. It is measured in terms of consequences and likelihood

Hazard is defined as:

a source of potential harm or a situation with a potential to cause loss

Hazards may involve:

equipment

methods/plans

people

the work environment

uncontrolled energy

changeover

nearby activities

different conditions

Likelihood is defined as:

a qualitative description of probability and frequency

Probability is defined as:

the measure of the chance of occurrence expressed as a number between 0 and 1

Consequence is defined as:

The outcome of an event or situation expressed qualitatively or quantitatively, being a loss, injury, disadvantage or gain

Criteria for the acceptability/ unacceptability of the risk must be determined by:

the organisation’s internal policy, goals and/or objectives in reference to relevant legislation

Controls may include option type in sequence such as:

eliminating the hazard

substitution

engineering controls

administrative controls (procedures, etc)

PPE

Resources may include:

people

finance

equipment

environment

buildings/facilities

technology

information

Site working instructions may include:

applicable commonwealth/state/territory legislation and code of practice relating to the industry, dangerous and hazardous goods, environmental protection and safety and health

worksite safety management systems

manufacturer’s documentation and handbooks

workplace operating procedures and policies

materials safety data sheet

emergency procedures

safety alert

Communications may include:

face to face

in writing

by telephone or by other electronic means

formal

informal