Elements and Performance Criteria
- Determine hazards at incident site
- Issues affecting safety of self and other personnel are established by identification of hazards and assessment of risks, and by liaison with others at the scene.
- Relevant operational safety procedures are implemented in accordance with organisation's policies.
- Duties are undertaken in line with organisational health and safety codes of practice and relevant legislation.
- Implement hazard controls at incident scene
- Hazards are identified and mitigation procedures are selected in line with work instructions and procedures.
- Hazardous situations rectified where possible and reported and/or recorded according to organisation's policies and procedures.
- Changes in situation and/or conditions are reported immediately to designated person.
- Hazard controls are monitored and communicated to relevant personnel to ensure continuing effectiveness.
- Hazard control and mitigation measures are implemented with minimum damage to the environment, while maintaining safety of self and others.
- Incident/accident scene is effectively secured to preserve the scene and maintain public safety in line with legislative requirements.
- Maintain personal safety
- Personal protective clothing and equipment is selected and checked according to organisational procedures to ensure it is operational prior to entry into incident situation.
- Personal protective clothing and equipment appropriate to dealing with the hazard is worn/fitted and used in accordance with organisation's policies and procedures and manufacturer's guidelines.
- Water and food intake, rest breaks and shelter requirements are maintained.
- Survival technique strategies are implemented in accordance with organisation's policies and guidelines.
- Contribute to maintaining safety of other work group members