Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners

AHCOHS201A Mapping and Delivery Guide
Participate in OHS processes

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Issue Date: April 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency AHCOHS201A - Participate in OHS processes
Description This unit covers the process of following enterprise Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) policies and procedures and defines the standard required to: recognise and report hazards in the workplace; follow workplace safety procedures and directions; adjust, use, clean and store personal protective equipment (PPE) according to safe work procedures and manufacturer directions; carry out basic safety checks on equipment before use; identify and handle hazardous substances according to workplace procedures; complete manual handling tasks using recommended techniques; and follow emergency procedures and warning signs.
Employability Skills This unit contains employability skills.
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit applies to supervised workers. It requires employees to follow OHS policies and procedures and requires active participation in the workplace safety system, under clear reporting lines and procedures.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.
Prerequisites/co-requisites
Competency Field
Development and validation strategy and guide for assessors and learners Student Learning Resources Handouts
Activities 		Slides
PPT 		Assessment 1 Assessment 2 Assessment 3 Assessment 4
Elements of Competency Performance Criteria              
Element: Follow workplace procedures for hazard identification and risk control
  • Hazards in the workplace are recognised and reported to designated personnel according to enterprise procedures.
  • Assessment of risk associated with identified hazards is made according to enterprise procedures.
  • Workplace procedures and work instructions for controlling risks are followed accurately.
  • Workplace procedures for dealing with accidents, fire and emergencies are followed whenever necessary within the scope of responsibilities and competencies.
  • Risks to fellow workers, other people and animals are recognised, and action taken to eliminate or reduce them.
  • Employee responsibilities prescribed in OHS legislation are recognised and carried out.
  • Safety training is undertaken as directed.
       
Element: Observe safe practices during work operations
  • Work for which PPE is required is identified, used, maintained and stored according to enterprise procedures.
  • Safety checks on all machinery and equipment are undertaken before operation according to enterprise procedures.
  • Hazards associated with handling of hazardous substances are identified and reported, and risk assessed according to enterprise procedures and OHS requirements.
  • Noise hazards are identified and notified, and risk assessed according to enterprise procedures and OHS requirements.
  • Manual handling job risks are assessed prior to activity and work carried out according to currently recommended safe practices.
  • Information on OHS is accessed as required.
       
Element: Participate in arrangements for maintaining health and safety of all people in the workplace
  • Individuals have input into ongoing monitoring and reporting on all aspects of workplace safety.
  • OHS issues are raised with designated personnel according to enterprise procedures and relevant OHS legislation.
  • Contributions to participative arrangements in the workplace are made within organisational procedures and scope of responsibilities and competencies.
  • Contributions are provided towards the development of effective solutions to control the level of risk associated with enterprise activities.
       


Evidence Required

List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.

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

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

The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit must be relevant to workplace operations and satisfy holistically all of the requirements of the performance criteria and required skills and knowledge and include achievement of the following:

recognise and report hazards in the workplace

follow workplace safety procedures and directions

adjust, use, clean and store PPE according to safe work procedures and manufacturer directions

carry out basic safety checks on equipment before use

identify and handle hazardous substances according to workplace procedures

complete manual handling tasks using recommended technique

follow emergency procedures and warning signs.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Competency requires the application of work practices under work conditions. Selection and use of resources for some worksites may differ due to the regional or enterprise circumstances.

Submission Requirements

List each assessment task's title, type (eg project, observation/demonstration, essay, assignment, checklist) and due date here

Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

Copy and paste from the following data to produce each assessment task. Write these in plain English and spell out how, when and where the task is to be carried out, under what conditions, and what resources are needed. Include guidelines about how well the candidate has to perform a task for it to be judged satisfactory.

Required skills

follow workplace procedures for hazard identification and risk control

read safety warning signs

observe safety during work operations

participate in arrangements for maintaining health and safety of all people in the workplace

recognise caution or hazard signs and symbols

interpret tasks or information from labels, manuals or written instructions

record information accurately or verbally report information

use oral communication skills/language competence to fulfil the job role as specified by the organisation, including questioning, active listening, asking for clarification and seeking advice from supervisor

use numeracy skills to estimate, calculate and record routine workplace measures

use interpersonal skills to relate to people from a range of social, cultural and ethnic backgrounds and with a range of physical and mental abilities.

Required knowledge

employee and employer responsibilities under the OHS Act

enterprise procedures relating to hazards, fires, emergencies, accidents and risk control

OHS signs and symbols relevant to area of work.

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole.

OHS participation may include:

identification and control of all hazards found in the workplace

application of OHS policies, procedures and legislation.

Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Hazards in the workplace are recognised and reported to designated personnel according to enterprise procedures. 
Assessment of risk associated with identified hazards is made according to enterprise procedures. 
Workplace procedures and work instructions for controlling risks are followed accurately. 
Workplace procedures for dealing with accidents, fire and emergencies are followed whenever necessary within the scope of responsibilities and competencies. 
Risks to fellow workers, other people and animals are recognised, and action taken to eliminate or reduce them. 
Employee responsibilities prescribed in OHS legislation are recognised and carried out. 
Safety training is undertaken as directed. 
Work for which PPE is required is identified, used, maintained and stored according to enterprise procedures. 
Safety checks on all machinery and equipment are undertaken before operation according to enterprise procedures. 
Hazards associated with handling of hazardous substances are identified and reported, and risk assessed according to enterprise procedures and OHS requirements. 
Noise hazards are identified and notified, and risk assessed according to enterprise procedures and OHS requirements. 
Manual handling job risks are assessed prior to activity and work carried out according to currently recommended safe practices. 
Information on OHS is accessed as required. 
Individuals have input into ongoing monitoring and reporting on all aspects of workplace safety. 
OHS issues are raised with designated personnel according to enterprise procedures and relevant OHS legislation. 
Contributions to participative arrangements in the workplace are made within organisational procedures and scope of responsibilities and competencies. 
Contributions are provided towards the development of effective solutions to control the level of risk associated with enterprise activities. 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

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