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Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Develop a risk management strategy for a hyperbaric system
   • Clearly and accurately explain relevant information about the risk management process to the work group
   • Establish the context in which the hyperbaric system will be utilised
   • Identify potential hazards and the associated risks
   • Develop and document procedures for selection of risk control measures in accordance with the hierarchy of control to manage risk in an enriched oxygen environment
   • Ensure clients are informed about potential risks associated with hyperbaric therapy and are included in decision-making processes before therapy is initiated
2. Implement the hyperbaric system's risk management strategy.
   • Assess risk of equipment entering the hyperbaric system
   • Assess risk of materials present within the client's hood
   • Develop and maintain procedures for the implementation of risk control measures in accordance with the hierarchy of controls
   • Document risk management outcomes in the hazard registry
3. Review risk assessment for equipment or material being used in an enriched oxygen environment.
   • Review literature of incidents / accidents involving enriched oxygen environments
   • Design an audit tool to provide information on adequacy of risk management procedures
   • Complete regular audits and document results
   • Review results and identify inadequacies in existing risk control measures in accordance with the hierarchy of control
   • Promptly provide resources enabling implementation of new measures

Required Skills

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

Essential knowledge The candidate must be able to demonstrate essential knowledge required to effectively do the task outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit manage the task and manage contingencies in the context of the identified work role This includes knowledge of Calibration of equipment Function of a compression chamber and equipment Gas sampling routines Hierarchy of control measures Identification and management of hazards and their associated risks related to oxygen systems Legal and regulatory requirements Operational procedures relating to compression chambers Procedures for cleaning oxygen systems Proceduresactions in event of faulty equipment related to compression chambers Relevance of operational test on all equipment Storage of oxygen compatible equipment Systems diagrams Use of appropriate tools lubricants

Essential skills It is critical that the candidate demonstrate the ability to Adhere to manufacturers instructions Comply with industry standards and guidelines Comply with organisation policies and procedures including those of work health and safety WHS Conduct risk assessments according to current standards to ensure the safety of the hyperbaric system Identify the steps to be taken to conduct a risk assessment In addition the candidate must be able to effectively do the task outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit manage the task and manage contingencies in the context of the identified work role This includes the ability to Apply confidentiality requirements in relation to client information Communicate with people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds Deal with conflict Develop and implement a risk management strategy Read schematic and electrical diagrams Research material makeup Solve problems including an ability to use available resources Take into account opportunities to address waste minimisation environmental responsibility and sustainable practice issues including appropriate practices to ensure efficient use of resources Use numeracy skills ranging from the ability to complete basic arithmetic calculations recording stock levels and statistical information Use oral communication skills required to fulfil job roles in a safe manner and as specified by the organisation including skills in asking questions providing clear information listening to and understanding workplace instructions clarifying workplace instructions when necessary effective verbal and non verbal communication with a range of internal and external persons competence in English or a community language depending on client group and organisation requirements Use reading and writing skills required to fulfil job roles in a safe manner and as specified by the organisation at a level of skill required for reading and documenting information and understanding complex policy and procedure manuals Work with others and display empathy with client and relatives

Evidence Required

The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria Required Skills and Knowledge the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for this Training Package
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate this competency unit	The individual being assessed must provide evidence of specified essential knowledge as well as skills Where for reasons of safety space or access to equipment and resources assessment takes place away from the workplace the assessment environment should represent workplace conditions as closely as possible Consistency of performance should be demonstrated over the required range of situations relevant to the workplace
Context of and specific resources for assessment	Knowledge of industry standards and guidelines Relevant organisation policy guidelines procedures and protocols
Method of assessment	Clinical skills involving direct client care are to be assessed initially in a simulated clinical setting laboratory If successful a second assessment is to be conducted during workplace application under direct supervision Observation of work activities when identifying and respond to risks associated with hyperbaric therapy Observation of simulation andor role play when identifying and respond to risks associated with hyperbaric therapy Discussion of physical andor behavioural contingency scenarios involving duty of care Authenticated transcripts of relevant educationtraining courses Recognition of relevant lifework experience Questioning written assessmentsprojects elearning can be used to assess knowledge Authenticated reports of experience in identifying and respond to risks associated with hyperbaric therapy Documentation associated with performance reviews supervisorcoordinator evaluations of work performance Training records associated with first aid WHS training orientationinduction training safe manual handling universal infection control procedures Case study and scenario as a basis for discussion of issues and strategies to contribute to best practice
Access and equity considerations	All workers in the health industry should be aware of access and equity issues in relation to their own area of work All workers should develop their ability to work in a culturally diverse environment In recognition of particular health issues facing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities workers should be aware of cultural historical and current issues impacting on health of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people Assessors and trainers must take into account relevant access and equity issues in particular relating to factors impacting on health of Aboriginal andor Torres Strait Islander clients and communities
Related units	This unit should be assessed in conjunction with the following unit HLTHYC Manage the maintenance of hyperbaric systems HLTHY505C Manage the maintenance of hyperbaric systems This unit can be assessed independently however holistic assessment practice with other health services units of competency is encouraged

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Range Statement

The Range Statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Add any essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts.
Hyperbaric systemmustinclude:	Hyperbaric chamber Compressors Storage cylinders Electrical systems Gas analysis systems Breathing systems Hull Environmental conditioning system Filtration systems Fire deluge systems Communications equipment for inside chamber Fire fighting equipment Chamber observation equipment
Contextmustinclude:	Clinical treatments Non-clinical
Equipment	Client hoods/Built In Breathing Systems Client monitoring equipment Client ventilator Infusion devices Emergency medical equipment Seating for chamber Client clothing Client bedding Manual handling / pressure relief devices Sundry medical equipment Clients reading material Clinical notes
Materials	Primary dressing Secondary dressing Fixation material Topical medications Hearing aids Hair grooming products Hair pieces Glasses Prostheses
Hierarchy	Design Eliminate Substitute Redesign Separate Administrate Personal Protective Equipment

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