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

CSCOHS201A Mapping and Delivery Guide
Use safe work practices

Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency CSCOHS201A - Use safe work practices
Description This unit of competency describes the outcomes required to apply general workplace health and safety procedures to ensure a safe workplace. The unit is about maintaining a safe workplace and is an essential aspect of all jobs in the government and community safety sectors.
Employability Skills This unit contains employability skills.
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit can be applied using a combination of training outcomes and performance in the workplace, with the principal evidence developed through performance in routine work functions in the workplace.This unit applies to all people working in detention centres, correctional centres or prisons, community corrections offices, justice administration offices and on work sites where detainees, prisoners or offenders are under supervision. It can be applied to staff, contractors, external services and agencies, and professional support staff such as medical, education and training, employment, transport, escorts, representatives of government services, departments and authorities. For this reason the unit may be significantly customised, particularly in the assessment of knowledge, based on different organisational, sector and locational requirements.In practice, workplace health and safety overlap with other generalist or specialist work activities such as delivering client services, handling information, preparing reports, using resources, using technology, etc.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.
Prerequisites/co-requisites Not applicable. Not applicable.
Competency Field Not applicable.
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: Maintain a safe and healthy environment.
  • Assess equipment, materials and environment for hazards and take protective action that gives first priority to health and safety.
  • Record and report occupational health and safety issues to designated personnel according to workplace procedures and occupational health and safety legislation.
  • Use approved safety measures and techniques when lifting and carrying.
  • Maintain awareness of workplace health and safety issues and arrangements within the organisation and scope of responsibilities.
       
Element: Maintain personal safety.
  • Maintain personal conduct, manner and presentation according to organisational requirements and code of conduct.
  • Select and check personal protective clothing and safety equipment to ensure it is operational prior to commencing work.
  • Use and maintain safety and protective clothing and equipment according to procedures and manufacturer specifications and ensure it is appropriate for the duties performed.
  • Identify and anticipate factors that lead to hostility and threatening behaviour and assess incidents for risk and appropriate action.
  • Maintain current safe practice requirements and first aid knowledge and skills to the standard required by the organisation.
       
Element: Contribute to maintaining safety of others.
  • Recognise impact of own actions on safety of others.
  • Maintain contact with other work group members at all times.
  • Alert others to unsafe situations clearly, ensuring relayed information is understood.
  • Provide assistance to persons in danger according to organisational procedures, ensuring own safety is maintained.
       


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, the range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for this Training Package.

Overview of assessment

Evidence for assessment must be gathered over a significant period of time and in conjunction with evidence gathered for all other units that have a component of workplace health and safety. This may require opportunities for candidates to demonstrate performance in a number of locations or service areas in the organisation relevant to the range of responsibilities they may be given.

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

In addition to integrated demonstration of the elements and their related performance criteria, look for evidence that confirms:

the knowledge requirements of this unit

the skill requirements of this unit

application of employability skills as they relate to this unit

the application of workplace safety procedures followed in a range of contexts (two or more) over time.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Valid assessment of this unit requires:

a workplace environment or one that closely resembles normal work practice and replicates the range of conditions likely to be encountered by an individual when following workplace safety procedures, including coping with difficulties, irregularities and changes to routine

copies of legislation, policies, procedures and guidelines relating to workplace health and safety

access to appropriate learning and assessment support when required.

Method of assessment

The following assessment methods are suggested:

observation of performance in routine workplace activities within a range of agreed responsibilities and in various work locations

written and/or oral questioning to assess knowledge and understanding

completion of workplace documents and reports produced as part of routine work activities

third-party reports from experienced practitioners

completion of performance feedback from supervisors and colleagues.

Guidance information for assessment

Assessment methods should reflect workplace demands, and any identified special needs of the candidate, including language and literacy implications and cultural factors that may affect responses to the questions.

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

Submission Requirements

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Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

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This section describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level, required for this unit.

Required skills:

accessing and reading workplace safety policies and procedures electronically or in hard copy, including regulatory requirements

operating and checking basic equipment and activities for safety

using equipment for the purpose and in the manner intended and authorised

identifying faults and problems in equipment and procedures

identifying workplace safety issues

documenting hazards in clear language according to organisational guidelines

using approved safe manual-handling techniques

responding to safety issues by using personal protective clothing and equipment where necessary

using first aid equipment where necessary.

Required knowledge:

legal rights of employees and employers in the workplace

workplace occupational health and safety procedures

workplace hazards and associated risks

meaning of workplace occupational health and safety symbols and signs

designated workplace personnel responsible for occupational health and safety.

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.

Assess equipment, materials and environment using the following hazard identification methods:

checking equipment or the work station and work area before work commences and during work

workplace inspections

responding to physical cues that ergonomics are ineffective and need adjustment

on-the-job housekeeping checks (e.g. spills, furniture out of place, loose hand rails, curling mats, frayed cords, etc.)

anticipation of potential hazards.

Occupational health and safety issues may include:

hazards relating to the physical environment

workplace stress

occupational violence, including bullying

workplace emergencies.

Workplace procedures may relate to:

risk identification and control procedures

hazard reporting procedures

emergency procedures

incident and near miss reporting and recording procedures

safe work instructions

use and storage of chemicals

use of personal protective clothing and equipment

occupational health and safety signs and symbols

use of infection control precautions

use of first aid equipment.

Occupational health and safety legislation may include:

federal, and state or territory occupational health and safety Acts, regulations and codes of practice, including:

regulations and codes of practice relating to hazards present in the workplace

general duty of care under occupational health and safety legislation and common law

provisions relating to roles and responsibilities of health and safety representatives or committees

provisions relating to resolving occupational health and safety issues.

Personal protective clothing and safety equipment may include:

gloves

chemical protective clothing

helmets and shields

personal duress alarms

communication technology, including radios

breathing apparatus

fire extinguishers and fire response equipment

security screening equipment.

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
Assess equipment, materials and environment for hazards and take protective action that gives first priority to health and safety. 
Record and report occupational health and safety issues to designated personnel according to workplace procedures and occupational health and safety legislation. 
Use approved safety measures and techniques when lifting and carrying. 
Maintain awareness of workplace health and safety issues and arrangements within the organisation and scope of responsibilities. 
Maintain personal conduct, manner and presentation according to organisational requirements and code of conduct. 
Select and check personal protective clothing and safety equipment to ensure it is operational prior to commencing work. 
Use and maintain safety and protective clothing and equipment according to procedures and manufacturer specifications and ensure it is appropriate for the duties performed. 
Identify and anticipate factors that lead to hostility and threatening behaviour and assess incidents for risk and appropriate action. 
Maintain current safe practice requirements and first aid knowledge and skills to the standard required by the organisation. 
Recognise impact of own actions on safety of others. 
Maintain contact with other work group members at all times. 
Alert others to unsafe situations clearly, ensuring relayed information is understood. 
Provide assistance to persons in danger according to organisational procedures, ensuring own safety is maintained. 

Forms

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