Assessor Resource

TLIF3004A
Organise occupational health and safety procedures in the workplace

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024


Work must be carried out in accordance with OH&S codes/regulations and workplace requirements.

Safety checks and equipment tests are performed under limited supervision.

Work involves the application of OH&S regulatory requirements and workplace procedures to the organisation of OH&S procedures in the workplace in the stevedoring, transport, warehousing, distribution and/or storage industries.

This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to organise OH&S procedures in the workplace, including interpreting and applying information about OH&S policies and procedures and duty of care responsibilities, identifying and assessing hazards and risks in the workplace, negotiating to control workplace hazards and risks, resolving complaints about OH&S, and instituting appropriate risk management strategies. Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements are applicable to this unit.

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Prerequisites

Not Applicable

Employability Skills

This unit contains employability skills.



Evidence Required

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

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 and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria of this unit and include demonstration of applying:

the underpinning knowledge and skills

relevant legislation and workplace procedures

other relevant aspects of the range statement

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Performance is demonstrated consistently over a period of time and in a suitable range of contexts

Resources for assessment include:

a range of relevant exercises, case studies and/or other simulated practical and knowledge assessment, and/or

access to an appropriate range of relevant operational situations in the workplace

In both real and simulated environments, access is required to:

relevant and appropriate materials and equipment, and

applicable documentation including workplace procedures, regulations, codes of practice and operation manuals

Method of assessment

Assessment of this unit must be undertaken by a registered training organisation

As a minimum, assessment of knowledge must be conducted through appropriate written/oral tests

Practical assessment must occur:

through activities in an appropriately simulated environment at the registered training organisation, and/or

in an appropriate range of situations in the workplace

Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

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REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

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

Required knowledge:

Relevant regulatory and code requirements

Relevant OH&S and environmental protection policies and procedures

Workplace protocols and procedures for the management of personal work priorities and professional development

The systems of risk control recognising the significance of OH&S for effective workplace operation

The significance of other management systems and procedures for OH&S

Hazards and associated safety risks that exist in the workplace, including: the range of control measures available for safety risks; considerations for choosing between different control measures; and how to identify when expert advice is needed

Principles and practices of effective OH&S organisation, including: elements of an effective OH&S system; hazard control and risk management; the hierarchy of hazard and risk control measures; arrangements for participation and consultation over OH&S; and incident and accident investigation arrangements

Training, coaching and mentoring approaches appropriate for use in OH&S training programs

Typical problems that can occur when organising OH&S procedures and related action that can be taken

Required skills:

Communicate effectively with others when organising OH&S procedures in the workplace

Read and interpret instructions, procedures, information and signs relevant to the organisation of OH&S procedures in the workplace

Interpret and follow operational instructions and prioritise work

Negotiate and resolve issues related to the organisation of OH&S procedures in the workplace

Complete documentation related to the organisation of OH&S procedures in the workplace

Provide leadership and work collaboratively with others when organising OH&S procedures in the workplace

Adapt appropriately to cultural differences in the workplace, including modes of behaviour and interactions with others

Promptly report and/or rectify any identified problems that may arise when organising OH&S procedures in the workplace in accordance with regulatory requirements and workplace procedures

Implement contingency plans for unanticipated situations that may occur when organising OH&S procedures in the workplace

Develop policies for precautions and required action to minimise, control or eliminate hazards that may exist during work activities

Plan work activities, including predicting consequences and identifying improvements

Modify activities depending on differing operational contingencies, risk situations and environments

Ensure the application of fatigue management knowledge and techniques in the workplace

Analyse the working environment in order to identify hazards, assess safety risks and design and implement appropriate OH&S management systems

Select and appropriately apply technology, information systems and policies to organise OH&S compliance and reporting procedures

Work systematically with required attention to detail without injury to self or others, or damage to goods or equipment

Ensure the systematic use of required personal protective equipment conforming to industry and OH&S standards

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance.

Work may be conducted:

in a range of work environments

by day or night

Customers may be:

internal or external

Workplaces may comprise:

large, medium or small worksites

Work may be conducted in:

limited or restricted spaces

exposed conditions

controlled or open environments

even or uneven surfaces

wet or dry surfaces

Workplace hazards may include but are not restricted to:

moving heavy loads in an unsafe work environment

unsecured machinery, components or repaired equipment

slippery floors

welding equipment

sharp tools and implements

power tools

moving and rotating machinery

flammable liquids, vapours and fuel

faulty machinery equipment handling equipment and lifting gear

using equipment beyond safe working limits

poor housekeeping procedures

non-compliance with safe working procedures

electrical wiring and systems, including exposed electrical circuits

working at heights and in confined spaces

toxic gases and substances

chemicals and other harmful substances

damaged goods, pallets and containers

dangerous/hazardous goods

Consultative processes may involve:

OH&S specialists

trainers

other employees and supervisors

management

union representatives

manufacturers representatives

supplier representatives

customers/clients

other maintenance, professional or technical staff

Depending on the type of organisation concerned and the local terminology used, workplace plans/procedures may include:

company plans/procedures

enterprise plans/procedures

organisational plans/procedures

established plans/procedures

Information/documentation may include:

workplace OH&S procedures and policies

workplace OH&S management system including hazard/safety risk control strategies

OH&S training notes and materials

journals and work related literature concerning OH&S

competency standards

customer/client instructions

customer service standards and procedures

workplace products and services information

quality assurance standards and procedures

relevant agreements, codes of practice including the national standards for services and operations

manufacturers/suppliers' specifications, advice, recommended procedures, policies and instructions

workplace guidelines on appropriate workplace language and communication strategies and interpretation of relevant information

regulations and policies relating to minimising risks to the environment and ensuring compliance with OH&S requirements

emergency procedures

Applicable regulations and legislation may include:

relevant regulations, standards and codes of practice

hazardous substances and dangerous goods codes

relevant Australian and state/territory OH&S legislation including regulations and codes of practice relating to hazards present in the workplace or industry, including:

general duty of care under OH&S legislation and common law

requirements for the maintenance and confidentiality of records of occupational injury and disease

requirements for provision of OH&S information and training

provisions relating to health and safety representatives and/or OH&S committees

provisions relating to OH&S issue resolution

environmental protection regulations

relevant Australian standards and certification requirements

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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
Relevant provisions of OH&S legislation and codes of practice are accurately followed 
Workplace OH&S policies, procedures and programs are promoted to employees in the relevant workgroup 
Implications of risks and requirements for safe work are accurately and clearly explained to the work group 
Information about the outcomes of risk identification and control procedures is used in the design/redesign of work procedures 
Existing and potential hazards in the work area are identified through audit, monitoring of processes, equipment and products used, and in response to employee complaints and questions 
Identified hazards are assessed in relation to relative risk and impact on workplace operations and employee health, safety and welfare 
Priorities for hazard resolution are established and reported to appropriate personnel 
Existing risk control measures are implemented, monitored and possible improvements identified 
Required improvements to existing risk control measures are implemented and identified 
Required resources for implementation are established and reported to appropriate personnel 
Negotiations with management and employees to revise work procedures are conducted within workplace issue resolution procedures 
Workplace procedures for hazard, accident and incident reporting are used 
Cooperative working relationships with other employees and external authorities involved in OH&S procedures are established and maintained 
Legislative provisions for improvement notices and inspections are followed 

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