Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners
BSBWHS607A Mapping and Delivery Guide
Apply ergonomics to manage WHS hazards and risks
Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024
Qualification | - |
Unit of Competency | BSBWHS607A - Apply ergonomics to manage WHS hazards and risks |
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Description | This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to apply ergonomics to manage work health and safety (WHS) hazards and risks.This unit addresses the principles, processes and methods of ergonomics and their application to the management of WHS hazards and risks. It enables improved management of WHS through an understanding of how ergonomics contributes to WHS management; the appropriate application of ergonomics principles, processes and methods; and working with ergonomists and other specialists. | ||
Employability Skills | This unit contains employability skills. | ||
Learning Outcomes and Application | This unit applies to people who manage WHS hazards and risks and who need to consider the role ergonomics plays in this process. Working with ergonomists may be required as part of this role.The unit applies to people who apply advanced practical knowledge to coordinate, facilitate and maintain the WHS program within an organisation.NOTE: The terms Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) and Work Health and Safety (WHS) are equivalent and generally either can be used in the workplace. In jurisdictions where the National Model WHS Legislation has not been implemented RTOs are advised to contextualise the unit of competency by referring to the existing State/Territory OHS legislative requirements. | ||
Duration and Setting | X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting. |
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Prerequisites/co-requisites | Not applicable. | ||
Competency Field |
Development and validation strategy and guide for assessors and learners | Student Learning Resources | Handouts Activities |
Slides PPT |
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Elements of Competency | Performance Criteria | |||||||
Element: Identify WHS hazards and risks whose management could include the application of ergonomics |
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Element: Use ergonomics to address WHS issues |
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Element: Apply ergonomics in WHS-related planning and design activities |
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Element: Ensure ergonomics activities are appropriate |
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