Elements and Performance Criteria
- Follow workplace requirements and instructions concerning chemicals
- Roles and responsibilities of people in the workplace are identified.
- Safety procedures involved in chemical handling and use are recognised and followed as required.
- Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) hazards are identified and reported to the supervisor.
- Organisational procedures are followed with regard to chemicals.
- Recognise risks associated with chemicals
- Functions of chemicals in the workplace are recognised.
- Chemical labels and symbols are recognised and hazards identified.
- Chemical storage locations are identified.
- Instructions for transport, handling and storage of chemicals are recognised and observed.
- Instructions for use, maintenance and storage of personal protective equipment and application equipment are identified and observed.
- Follow chemical handling and storage rules
- Chemical handling and storage instructions on labels are followed.
- Safety rules are followed when working in areas where chemicals are stored.
- Appropriate personal protection equipment is obtained and used when working in areas were chemicals are stored.
- Procedures are followed in the event of an accident or spillage.