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Performance level 1 - at this level the candidate is required to undertake tasks effectively.
Performance level 2 - at this level the candidate is required to manage tasks.
Performance level 3 - at this level the candidate is required to use concepts for evaluating and reshaping tasks.

Key competency

Example of application

Performance level

How are ideas and information communicated

Compare information regarding the work environment against relevant policies and procedures

How can information be collected analysed and organised

Report or discuss OHS issues with relevant or designated personnel

How are activities planned and organised

Organise work tasks according to safe work practices

How is teamwork used

Participate in ensuring a safe work environment

How are mathematical ideas and techniques used

Mix chemicals according to product labels and follow equipment maintenance schedules

How are problemsolving skills applied

Identify hazards and report to appropriate persons

How is the use of technology applied

Use equipment appropriately in the workplace

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

Overview of assessment

Competency in this unit will underpin competency in other aspects of the candidates role in managing work tasks

This unit could be assessed on its own or in combination with other units of competency relevant to the job function

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

A person who demonstrates competency in this unit must be able to provide evidence of

accurately following workplace procedures relevant to controlling risks in the workplace

identifying hazards and risks in the workplace and reporting them to designated personnel

correctly following emergency procedures in emergency situations

Evidence in this area may be gathered through simulations

Specific resources for assessment

The candidate and the assessor should have access to the appropriate documentation and resources normally used in the workplace This includes access to the following

a suitable work area or a simulated workplace environment that allows for identification of hazards

PPE commonly used to reduce workplace risk

relevant products tools specialist equipment and associated instructions including those relating to ODS and SGG

manuals and relevant documentation including policies and procedures relating to OHS ODS and SGG

assessment documentation forms and record books

Where applicable physical resources should include equipment modified for people with disabilities

Access must be provided to appropriate learning andor assessment support when required

Assessment processes and techniques must be culturally appropriate and appropriate to the oracy language and literacy capacity of the candidate and the work being performed

Context of assessment

For valid and reliable assessment of this unit competency should be demonstrated over a period of time and be observed by the assessor or assessment team working together to conduct the assessment

Competency is to be demonstrated in a range of situations reflecting the practical requirements of the workplace which may include customer and workplace interruptions and involvement in related activities normally experienced in the workplace

When assessing candidates assessment techniques that allow a collection of evidence from relevant workplace experience should be used Assessment against this unit may involve the following

continuous assessment in the workplace observation or a setting that simulates the conditions of a workplace simulation taking into account the range of variables affecting performance

selfassessment of performance on the same terms as those described above

interviews andor provision of learning activities to check underpinning knowledge requirements

supplementary evidence that may be obtained from relevant authenticated correspondence or reports from supervisors or team leaders

Performance and assessment of this unit must be carried out within the relevant requirements of the legislative and industry framework and as set out in organisational policies and procedures relating to OHS ODS and SGG

In all cases where practical assessment is used it will be combined with targeted questioning to assess the underpinning knowledge

Questioning will be undertaken in such a manner as is appropriate to the oracy language and literacy levels of the candidate and any cultural issues that may affect responses to the questions It will reflect requirements of the unit of competency and the work being performed

Where assessment is for the purpose of recognition RCC or RPL the evidence provided will need to be authenticated and show that it represents current competency demonstrated over a period of time

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 in the performance criteria is detailed below. 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.

Identifying hazards may include activities such as:	checking equipment or the work area before work commences and during work regular housekeeping activities workplace inspections of equipment and work areas.
Hazards may include:	hazards associated with electrical or mechanical faults environmental, such as ODS and SGG emissions, or improper use of hazardous materials and chemicals ergonomic, such as incorrect manual handling methods obstructive, such as blocked access to emergency entry and exit points.
Appropriate personnel may include:	health and safety representatives managers OHS personnel other persons, including emergency service personnel authorised or nominated by the enterprise or industry to: approve specified work direct specified work and functions inspect specified work perform specified work and functions supervisors and team leaders.
Workplace procedures may include:	specific OHS procedures and organisational policies or procedures relating to: assessing and controlling risks consultation and participation arrangements for employees emergency response resolving OHS issues safe operating procedures or instructions that cover such things as: awareness of electrical hazards applying confined space procedures providing first aid safely using tools and equipment working safely around electrical wiring, cables and overhead powerlines specific hazards reporting OHS issues using PPE workplace safety inspections work instructions to prevent the emission of ODS and SGG in the workplace.
Company requirements may include:	counselling and disciplinary processes maintenance of plant and equipment purchasing of supplies and equipment work procedures and work instructions.
OHS legislation may include:	general duty of care under OHS legislation and common law provisions relating to OHS issue resolution provisions relating to roles and responsibilities of health and safety representatives and/or OHS committees regulations and codes of practice, including those relating to hazards present in the workplace or industry federal, state and territory OHS Acts.
ODS and SGG legislation may include:	Ozone Protection and Synthetic Greenhouse Gas Management Act Ozone Protection and Synthetic Greenhouse Gas Management amendments and regulations.
Participative arrangements may include:	formal and informal meetings of: OHS committees other committees, including: consultative planning purchasing ODS and SGG emission control suggestions, requests, reports and concerns put forward by employees to management.
Emergency procedures may include:	accident and incident reporting chemical containment ODS and SGG emission control evacuations following instructions from authorised or designated personnel during hazardous events providing first aid.
Hazardous events may include:	accidents, including motor vehicle accidents acts of violence bomb threats chemical spills ODS and SGG emissions fires and explosions inhalation of dangerous substances natural disasters.

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Elements and Performance Criteria

Required Skills

Evidence Required

Range Statement