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HLTWHS005 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Conduct manual tasks safely

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Issue Date: April 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency HLTWHS005 - Conduct manual tasks safely
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to recognise potentially hazardous manual tasks, and then to prepare for and complete those tasks in a safe manner. This unit applies to all workers involved in manual handling tasks.The skills in this unit must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State/Territory legislation, Australian/New Zealand standards and industry codes of practice. The Hazardous manual tasks code of practice applies to this work.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.

Skills must have been demonstrated in the workplace or in a simulated environment that reflects workplace conditions. The following conditions must be met for this unit:

use of suitable facilities, equipment and resources, including:

compliant workplace procedures

materials, loads and equipment as required by the individual workplace

modelling of industry operating conditions, including:

presence of hazards

integration of situations requiring problem solving

Assessors must satisfy the Standards for Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) 2015/AQTF mandatory competency requirements for assessors.
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: Elements define the essential outcomes
       
Element: Identify manual tasks involving risk
  • Recognise manual tasks that may involve risk to self or others
  • Identify risk factors that make the manual task hazardous
  • Determine the nature and extent of the risk
  • Follow organisation procedures for controlling hazardous manual tasks
       
Element: Prepare for manual tasks
  • Prepare workplace layout and environment according to organisation procedures
  • Organise task and workflow appropriately
  • Prepare and package loads for movement, taking account of specific requirements for different materials and organisation procedures
  • Select and use personal protective equipment appropriate to the task
  • Ensure task is within personal capabilities
       
Element: Complete manual tasks
  • Use appropriate posture and handlingtechniques to reduce muscle load on exertion
  • Select, adjust and use mechanical aids and handling devices according to manufacturers instructions
  • Pace and schedule tasks according to procedures
       
Element: Contribute to safe work practices
  • Identify hazardous manual tasks and report to supervisor according to organisation procedures
  • Follow organisation procedures for reporting symptoms of injury or actual injury to self and others
  • Participate in workplace safety activities and contribute to the improvement of manual tasks
  • Contribute to risk management approach to reduce risks from manual tasks
       


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.

ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements define the essential outcomes

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element

1. Identify manual tasks involving risk

1.1 Recognise manual tasks that may involve risk to self or others

1.2 Identify risk factors that make the manual task hazardous

1.3 Determine the nature and extent of the risk

1.4 Follow organisation procedures for controlling hazardous manual tasks

2. Prepare for manual tasks

2.1 Prepare workplace layout and environment according to organisation procedures

2.2 Organise task and workflow appropriately

2.3 Prepare and package loads for movement, taking account of specific requirements for different materials and organisation procedures

2.4 Select and use personal protective equipment appropriate to the task

2.5 Ensure task is within personal capabilities

3. Complete manual tasks

3.1 Use appropriate posture and handlingtechniques to reduce muscle load on exertion

3.2 Select, adjust and use mechanical aids and handling devices according to manufacturers instructions

3.3 Pace and schedule tasks according to procedures

4. Contribute to safe work practices

4.1 Identify hazardous manual tasks and report to supervisor according to organisation procedures

4.2 Follow organisation procedures for reporting symptoms of injury or actual injury to self and others

4.3 Participate in workplace safety activities and contribute to the improvement of manual tasks

4.4 Contribute to risk management approach to reduce risks from manual tasks

The candidate must show evidence of the ability to complete tasks outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit, manage tasks and manage contingencies in the context of the job role. There must be evidence that the candidate has:

followed legally compliant workplace procedures to prepare for and complete at least 3 different manual tasks relevant to the work role

contributed to a consultation process about improving manual handling safety

The candidate must be able to demonstrate essential knowledge required to effectively complete tasks outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit, manage tasks and manage contingencies in the context of the work role. This includes knowledge of:

key information from work health and safety (WHS) regulations relating to manual tasks and national code of practice

role and responsibilities of the employer and employees in relation to manual handling safety

ways in which individual workers are involved in consultation about workplace health and safety

reporting mechanisms required for workplace injury and compensation claims

key aspects of the risk management approach to manual tasks

risk factors and potential sources of risks of hazardous manual tasks:

repetition

forces

postures

vibration

systems of work

types of manual task activity and the types of injuries that can result

the relationship between the human body and risk of injury from performing manual tasks

functions of the human body:

basic function of the spine

body postures

types of muscles

principles of levers

manual handling techniques that support safe work practice:

preparing the load/client

preparing the environment

using the stronger muscles in the legs where possible, rather than spinal muscles

maintaining a neutral spine when lifting and carrying

using two hands to lift or carry

keeping the load close to the body/centre of gravity

avoiding lifting objects above shoulder height

minimising repetitive movements

positions not held for long periods of time

avoiding twisting by repositioning feet whilst turning

types and operational features of mechanical aids, tools and equipment

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.

ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements define the essential outcomes

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element

1. Identify manual tasks involving risk

1.1 Recognise manual tasks that may involve risk to self or others

1.2 Identify risk factors that make the manual task hazardous

1.3 Determine the nature and extent of the risk

1.4 Follow organisation procedures for controlling hazardous manual tasks

2. Prepare for manual tasks

2.1 Prepare workplace layout and environment according to organisation procedures

2.2 Organise task and workflow appropriately

2.3 Prepare and package loads for movement, taking account of specific requirements for different materials and organisation procedures

2.4 Select and use personal protective equipment appropriate to the task

2.5 Ensure task is within personal capabilities

3. Complete manual tasks

3.1 Use appropriate posture and handlingtechniques to reduce muscle load on exertion

3.2 Select, adjust and use mechanical aids and handling devices according to manufacturers instructions

3.3 Pace and schedule tasks according to procedures

4. Contribute to safe work practices

4.1 Identify hazardous manual tasks and report to supervisor according to organisation procedures

4.2 Follow organisation procedures for reporting symptoms of injury or actual injury to self and others

4.3 Participate in workplace safety activities and contribute to the improvement of manual tasks

4.4 Contribute to risk management approach to reduce risks from manual tasks

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
 
Recognise manual tasks that may involve risk to self or others 
Identify risk factors that make the manual task hazardous 
Determine the nature and extent of the risk 
Follow organisation procedures for controlling hazardous manual tasks 
Prepare workplace layout and environment according to organisation procedures 
Organise task and workflow appropriately 
Prepare and package loads for movement, taking account of specific requirements for different materials and organisation procedures 
Select and use personal protective equipment appropriate to the task 
Ensure task is within personal capabilities 
Use appropriate posture and handlingtechniques to reduce muscle load on exertion 
Select, adjust and use mechanical aids and handling devices according to manufacturers instructions 
Pace and schedule tasks according to procedures 
Identify hazardous manual tasks and report to supervisor according to organisation procedures 
Follow organisation procedures for reporting symptoms of injury or actual injury to self and others 
Participate in workplace safety activities and contribute to the improvement of manual tasks 
Contribute to risk management approach to reduce risks from manual tasks 

Forms

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