Required skills

communication and teamwork skills sufficient to

clarify OHS legislative requirements

discuss OHS issues and information

enable clear and direct communication using questioning to identify and confirm requirements share information listen and understand

relay information to others

report hazards and risks

use and interpret nonverbal communication such as hand signals

use language and concepts appropriate to cultural differences

contribute effectively to formal and informal OHS meetings

complete workplace documentation related to OHS procedures

read and interpret material safety data sheets MSDS

follow verbal and written instructions

work collaboratively with others to keep the workplace safe and free of hazards

comprehension skills to

explain the basic OHS legislative requirements applicable to own work

explain the meaning of safety signs and symbols

identify common hazards in specified area of work

discuss the basic principles of risk management

initiative and enterprise skills sufficient to

respond appropriately to an emergency

use basic firefighting equipment

dispose of waste material in a responsible manner

planning and organisational skills in the context of completing work tasks in a logical order and ensuring that PPE is used appropriately

learning skills in the context of maintaining currency of own knowledge of OHS policies and procedures

technical skills sufficient to access the internet to source information on OHS

Required knowledge

applicable federal state or territory OHS legislation regulations standards codes of practice and industry standardsguidance notes relevant to own work role and responsibilities

basic principles of risk management

role of state or territory workplace safety authorities

sources of information on OHS issues for the specified area of work including

enterprise procedures manuals

MSDS

unions and employer associations

Australian Safety and Compensation Council

state or territory workplace safety authorities

enterprise OHS policies and procedures and implications of breaching them relating to

emergency response and evacuation

first aid

incident reporting

responding to accidents

OHS hierarchy of controls

role of OHS committees and representatives

duty of care

workplace fire hazard minimisation

PPE

types of OHS information and documentation

general workers compensation and injury management requirements

OHS responsibilities and rights of duty holders including

designers

employers

inspectors

manufacturers

persons in control of workprojects

selfemployed persons

supervisors

suppliers

workers

own responsibilities to comply with safe work practices relating to

housekeeping

identifying hazards

preventing bullying or harassment

smoking

using amenities

using drugs and alcohol

using basic firefighting equipment

basic first aid procedures

industry terminology

circumstances where a licence ticket or certificate of competency is required

common safety signage and symbols

common hazards and major causes of workplace accidents in the specified area of work

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

This unit of competency could be assessed in the workplace or a close simulation of the workplace environment provided that simulated or projectbased assessment techniques fully replicate workplace conditions materials activities responsibilities and procedures

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

Evidence of the ability to

comply with OHS regulations and federal state or territory legislation requirements for workplace operations including duty of care

comply with OHS communication processes information and documentation procedures

demonstrate an understanding of the role of OHS committees and representatives the meaning of common safety signs and symbols and procedures for reporting hazards incidents and injuries

communicate and work safely with others

follow general procedures for responding to incidents and emergencies including evacuation first aid fire safety equipment and PPE

explain the consequences of noncompliance with OHS policies and procedures

Context of and specific resources for assessment

This unit of competency is to be assessed using standard and authorised work practices safety requirements and environmental constraints

Assessment of essential underpinning knowledge will usually be conducted in an offsite context

Assessment is to comply with relevant regulatory or Australian standards requirements

Reasonable adjustments for people with disabilities must be made to assessment processes where required This could include access to modified equipment and other physical resources and the provision of appropriate assessment support

Resource implications for assessment include

an induction procedure and requirement

realistic tasks or simulated tasks covering the mandatory task requirements

relevant specifications and work instructions

tools and equipment appropriate to applying safe work practices

support materials appropriate to activity

workplace instructions relating to safe work practices and addressing hazards and emergencies

MSDS

research resources including industryrelated systems information

use of culturally appropriate processes and techniques appropriate to the language and literacy capacity of the candidate and the work being performed

Method of assessment

The following assessment methods are appropriate for this unit

direct observation of the candidate explaining workplace safety or emergency procedures to others

direct observation of the candidate demonstrating safe work practices for particular job roles

case studies and problemsolving exercises for emergency situations and particular safety issues

written or oral questioning to assess knowledge of industry safety guidelines and legislation

Guidance information for assessment

Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector workplace and job role is recommended for example

CUFINDA Work effectively in the screen and media industries

CUFIND301A Work effectively in the screen and media industries

CUSINDA Work effectively in the music industry

CUSIND301A Work effectively in the music industry

CUSSOUA Set up and disassemble audio equipment

CUSSOU303A Set up and disassemble audio equipment.

Safe work practices include:

Legislative requirements may include:

Codes of practice may include:

Documentation includes:

Procedures may include guidelines for:

Signs and symbols may include:

Duty of care requirements relate to:

OHS communication and reporting processes include:

Personal protective equipment may include:

Measures may relate to:

Hazards may include:

OHS issues may include:

Relevant personnel may include:

Principles of risk management include:

Emergencies may include:

Incidents may include:

Authorities may include:

General procedures for responding to incidents and emergencies include: