Elements and Performance Criteria
- Identify WHS/OHS policy and procedures
- Relevant WHS/OHS legislation, policy and workplace procedures are accessed, reviewed and clarified as necessary
- WHS/OHS responsibilities and duties are identified and accountability processes are outlined
- Records are accurately completed and maintained according to workplace procedures and WHS/OHS legislative requirements
- Identify hazards in the workplace
- Follow safe work practices
- Resources and equipment required in emergency operations are identified, selected and made ready according to workplace procedures
- Personal protective clothing and/or equipment is identified, used, maintained and stored according to workplace procedures
- Safety checks on all equipment and machinery are undertaken before operation
- Hazardous materials and substances are identified and handled according to workplace procedures
- Safety signs/symbols are identified and followed according to instruction
- Safe manual handling techniques are used and all work is carried out safely, according to workplace policy and procedures