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Elements and Performance Criteria

  1. Follow safe work practices
  2. Report workplace hazards and accidents
  3. Follow emergency procedures

Required Skills

Required skills

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following safe working practices

maintaining a safe and clean condition workplace

carrying out workplace activities such as working safely not endangering others following company and legislative requirements following procedures

selecting wearing and storing appropriate personal protective equipment

using appropriate safety equipment and devices

carrying out work with the information given by safety signs and symbols

carrying out manual handling principles

using emergency equipment correctly

noting workplace hazards

contacting appropriate personnel and emergency services in the event of an accident

following emergency and evacuation procedures

communicating and interpreting information appropriate to OHampS within the scope of this unit

checking and clarifying taskrelated information

communicating with emergency personnel

checking for conformance to specifications

Required knowledge

Look for evidence that confirms knowledge of

rights responsibilities and duties of employees and employers

use of personal protective equipment

appropriate equipment and safety devices for particular workplace tasks

reasons for using safety equipment and devices

meaning and application of safety signs and symbols

procedures and limits for manual handling

location and use of emergency equipment

reasons for selecting a particular type of equipment

procedures for identifying and reporting hazards

persons or services to be contacted in the event of a range of accidents

reasons for use of standard procedures

standard procedures including those for emergencies and evacuation

hazards and housekeeping requirements associated with the work environment

safe work practices and procedures

Evidence Required

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

A person who demonstrates competency in this unit must be able to apply principles of occupational health and safety in the work environment

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

Assessors must be satisfied that the candidate can competently and consistently perform all elements of the unit as specified by the criteria including required knowledge and be capable of applying the competency in new and different situations and contexts

Context of and specific resources for assessment

This unit may be assessed on the job off the job or a combination of both on and off the job Where assessment occurs off the job that is the candidate is not in productive work then an appropriate simulation must be used where the range of conditions reflects realistic workplace situations The competencies covered by this unit would be demonstrated by an individual working alone or as part of a team The assessment environment should not disadvantage the candidate

This unit could be assessed in conjunction with any other units addressing the safety quality communication materials handling recording and reporting associated with applying principles of occupational health and safety in the work environment or other units requiring the exercise of the skills and knowledge covered by this unit

Method of assessment

Assessors should gather a range of evidence that is valid sufficient current and authentic Evidence can be gathered through a variety of ways including direct observation supervisors reports project work samples and questioning Questioning techniques should not require language literacy and numeracy skills beyond those required in this unit of competency The candidate must have access to all tools equipment materials and documentation required The candidate must be permitted to refer to any relevant workplace procedures product and manufacturing specifications codes standards manuals and reference materials

Guidance information for assessment


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. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. 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) may also be included.

Personal protective equipment

Safety glasses

Face and head protection

Hard hats

Protective footwear

Protective clothing

Breathing apparatus

Ear protection

Gloves

Safety equipment and devices

Safety harness

Screens, barriers and shielding

Extraction fans

Machine guards

Isolation devices

Safety signs/symbols

Standard signage/symbols conforming to AS 1319-1994

Safety signs for the occupational environment, and any other applicable Australian Standards

Workplace-specific signage

Typical classes of relevant signs/symbols are:

mandatory

prohibition

danger

caution

general safety

safety information

fire safety equipment

Manual handling

Posture, weight limits, bending, twisting

Hazards

For the purposes of this unit a hazard is defined as anything with the potential for injury or damage. Hazards may be:

physical:

machinery

hot metal

electricity

fire

poor housekeeping:

spills

trip hazards such as congestion, clutter, waste build-up

cleanliness

noise and vibration

extremes of temperature and humidity

condition/design of equipment

individual (behavioural):

skylarking and foolishness

substance abuse

failure to follow procedures

lack of training or experience

carelessness

poor personal health/hygiene

using the wrong techniques/procedures

ignoring safety rules and signs

taking short cuts

knowingly using unsafe equipment

environmental hazards:

explosive materials

flammable materials

poor ventilation

poor lighting

dust

fumes

vapours

gases

liquids

mineral fibres

chemical spills

pollutants

other toxic or dangerous materials

Accidents and incidents

For the purposes of this unit an accident is defined as 'an unplanned and unexpected event which interrupts the normal course of activity. It may or may not result in damage or injury'. This definition includes near misses.

An incident is defined here as any other unexpected or extraordinary event not classed as an accident. Examples include:

burns

poisoning

broken limbs

eye accidents

other injuries

spills

explosions

falls

electrical accidents

breakdowns

damage to equipment or materials/product

incidents involving physical, individual or environmental hazards

Appropriate personnel

Safety representative

Occupational health and safety officer

OHS committee member

First aid officer

Supervisor

Union representative

Emergency and evacuation procedures

Documented workplace emergency procedures