• LGACOM405B - Implement and monitor the organisation's OHS policies, procedures and programs within the work group or section

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

LGACOM405B Mapping and Delivery Guide
Implement and monitor the organisation's OHS policies, procedures and programs within the work group or section

Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency LGACOM405B - Implement and monitor the organisation's OHS policies, procedures and programs within the work group or section
Description This unit covers implementing and monitoring general occupational health and safety (OHS) policies, procedures and programs in all functional areas of local government. It is appropriate for staff members at the supervisory or team leader level for whom implementation of OHS is a large requirement of their role.
Employability Skills This unit contains employability skills.
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit supports the attainment of skills and knowledge required for competent workplace performance in councils of all sizes. Knowledge of the legislation and regulations within which councils must operate is essential. The unique nature of councils, as a tier of government directed by elected members and reflecting the needs of local communities, must be appropriately reflected.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.
Prerequisites/co-requisites 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: Provide information to the work group about OHS and the organisation's OHS policies, procedures and programs
  • Relevant provisions of OHS legislation and codes of practice are accurately and clearly explained to the work group.
  • Information on council's OHS policies, procedures and programs is provided in a readily accessible manner and is accurately and clearly explained to the work group.
  • Information about identified hazards and the outcomes of risk assessment and control procedures is regularly provided and is accurately and clearly explained to the work group.
       
Element: Implement and monitor participative arrangements for the management of OHS
  • Council's procedures for consultation over OHS issues are implemented and monitored to ensure that all members of the work group have the opportunity to contribute.
  • Issues raised through consultation are dealt with and resolved promptly or referred to the appropriate personnel for resolution in accordance with workplace procedures for issue resolution.
  • The outcomes of consultation over OHS issues are promptly communicated to the work group.
       
Element: Implement and monitor the organisation's procedures for identifying hazards and assessing risks
  • Existing and potential hazards in the work area are identified and reported so that risk assessment and control procedures can be applied.
       
Element: Implement and monitor the organisation's procedures for controlling risks
  • Work procedures to control risks are implemented and adherence to them by the work group is monitored in accordance with workplace procedures.
  • Existing risk control measures are monitored and results are reported regularly in accordance with workplace procedures.
  • Inadequacies in existing risk control measures are identified in accordance with the hierarchy of control and are reported to designated personnel.
  • Inadequacies in resource allocation for implementation of risk control measures are identified and reported to designated personnel.
       
Element: Implement the organisation's procedures for dealing with hazardous events
  • Workplace procedures for dealing with hazardous events are implemented whenever necessary to ensure that prompt control action is taken.
  • Hazardous events are investigated to identify their cause in accordance with investigation procedures.
  • Control measures to prevent recurrence and minimise risks of hazardous events are implemented based on the hierarchy of control, or alternatively, are referred to designated personnel for implementation.
       
Element: Implement and monitor the organisation's procedures for providing OHS training
  • OHS training needs are identified accurately, specifying the gaps between OHS competencies required and those held by work group members.
  • Arrangements are made for meeting identified OHS training needs in both on and off-the-job training programs in consultation with relevant parties.
       
Element: Implement and monitor the organisation's procedures for maintaining OHS records
  • OHS records for work area are accurately and legibly completed in accordance with workplace requirements for OHS records and legal requirements for the maintenance of records of occupational injury and disease.
  • Aggregate information from the area's OHS records is used to identify hazards and monitor risk control procedures within work area according to organisational procedures and within scope of responsibilities.
       
Element: Provide information to the work group about OHS and the organisation's OHS policies, procedures and programs
  • Relevant provisions of OHS legislation and codes of practice are accurately and clearly explained to the work group.
  • Information on council's OHS policies, procedures and programs is provided in a readily accessible manner and is accurately and clearly explained to the work group.
  • Information about identified hazards and the outcomes of risk assessment and control procedures is regularly provided and is accurately and clearly explained to the work group.
       
Element: Implement and monitor participative arrangements for the management of OHS
  • Council's procedures for consultation over OHS issues are implemented and monitored to ensure that all members of the work group have the opportunity to contribute.
  • Issues raised through consultation are dealt with and resolved promptly or referred to the appropriate personnel for resolution in accordance with workplace procedures for issue resolution.
  • The outcomes of consultation over OHS issues are promptly communicated to the work group.
       
Element: Implement and monitor the organisation's procedures for identifying hazards and assessing risks
  • Existing and potential hazards in the work area are identified and reported so that risk assessment and control procedures can be applied.
       
Element: Implement and monitor the organisation's procedures for controlling risks
  • Work procedures to control risks are implemented and adherence to them by the work group is monitored in accordance with workplace procedures.
  • Existing risk control measures are monitored and results are reported regularly in accordance with workplace procedures.
  • Inadequacies in existing risk control measures are identified in accordance with the hierarchy of control and are reported to designated personnel.
  • Inadequacies in resource allocation for implementation of risk control measures are identified and reported to designated personnel.
       
Element: Implement the organisation's procedures for dealing with hazardous events
  • Workplace procedures for dealing with hazardous events are implemented whenever necessary to ensure that prompt control action is taken.
  • Hazardous events are investigated to identify their cause in accordance with investigation procedures.
  • Control measures to prevent recurrence and minimise risks of hazardous events are implemented based on the hierarchy of control, or alternatively, are referred to designated personnel for implementation.
       
Element: Implement and monitor the organisation's procedures for providing OHS training
  • OHS training needs are identified accurately, specifying the gaps between OHS competencies required and those held by work group members.
  • Arrangements are made for meeting identified OHS training needs in both on and off-the-job training programs in consultation with relevant parties.
       
Element: Implement and monitor the organisation's procedures for maintaining OHS records
  • OHS records for work area are accurately and legibly completed in accordance with workplace requirements for OHS records and legal requirements for the maintenance of records of occupational injury and disease.
  • Aggregate information from the area's OHS records is used to identify hazards and monitor risk control procedures within work area according to organisational procedures and within scope of responsibilities.
       


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.

Overview of assessment requirements

A person who demonstrates competency in this unit will be able to perform the outcomes described in the Elements to the required performance level detailed in the Performance Criteria. The knowledge and skill requirements described in the Range Statement must also be demonstrated. For example, knowledge of the legislative framework and safe work practices that underpin the performance of the unit are also required to be demonstrated.

Critical aspects of evidence to be considered

The demonstrated ability to:

implement and monitor the organisation's OHS policies and procedures

implement relevant provisions of OHS legislation and codes of practice

identify and control hazards and risks.

Context of assessment

Assessment of performance requirements in this unit should be undertaken within the context of the local government framework. Competency is demonstrated by performance of all stated criteria, including the Range of Variables applicable to the workplace environment.

Method of assessment

The following assessment methods are suggested:

observation of the learner performing a range of workplace tasks over sufficient time to demonstrate handling of a range of contingencies

written and/or oral questioning to assess knowledge and understanding

completion of workplace documentation

third-party reports from experienced practitioners

completion of self-paced learning materials including personal reflection and feedback from trainer, coach or supervisor.

Evidence required for demonstration of consistent performance

Evidence should be gathered over a period of time in a range of actual or simulated management environments.

Resource implications

Access to council workplace or simulated case study that incorporates the following resources:

OHS legislation and council policies, procedures and codes of practice

staff or simulation for consultation process

computer system and software.

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.

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

Required Skills

communication strategies for a diverse workforce

organisational

contingency management

hazard and risk identification and control processes and techniques

Required Knowledge

relevant OHS legislation and codes of practice

risk control measures

hierarchy of control

equal employment opportunity principles and practices

relevant council management systems and procedures, including sustainability practices

communication techniques

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.

Relevant provisions of OHS legislation may include:

general duty of care, including public safety requirements for maintenance and confidentiality of records of occupational injury and disease

provision of information and training

regulations and codes of practice relating to hazards present in work area

health and safety representatives

OHS committees

issue resolution

Workplace procedures may include:

inspection and evaluation

housekeeping

consultation processes (either general or specific to OHS)

changes to procedures

resource management/sustainable practice

training and assessment

specific hazard policies and procedures including public safety procedures, OHS information, OHS record keeping and reporting, maintenance of plant and equipment, purchasing of supplies and equipment, and counselling and disciplinary processes

Hierarchy of control refers to:

preferred order of risk control measures

Hazardous events may include:

accidents

emergencies such as fires, chemical spills or bomb scares

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
Relevant provisions of OHS legislation and codes of practice are accurately and clearly explained to the work group. 
Information on council's OHS policies, procedures and programs is provided in a readily accessible manner and is accurately and clearly explained to the work group. 
Information about identified hazards and the outcomes of risk assessment and control procedures is regularly provided and is accurately and clearly explained to the work group. 
Council's procedures for consultation over OHS issues are implemented and monitored to ensure that all members of the work group have the opportunity to contribute. 
Issues raised through consultation are dealt with and resolved promptly or referred to the appropriate personnel for resolution in accordance with workplace procedures for issue resolution. 
The outcomes of consultation over OHS issues are promptly communicated to the work group. 
Existing and potential hazards in the work area are identified and reported so that risk assessment and control procedures can be applied. 
Work procedures to control risks are implemented and adherence to them by the work group is monitored in accordance with workplace procedures. 
Existing risk control measures are monitored and results are reported regularly in accordance with workplace procedures. 
Inadequacies in existing risk control measures are identified in accordance with the hierarchy of control and are reported to designated personnel. 
Inadequacies in resource allocation for implementation of risk control measures are identified and reported to designated personnel. 
Workplace procedures for dealing with hazardous events are implemented whenever necessary to ensure that prompt control action is taken. 
Hazardous events are investigated to identify their cause in accordance with investigation procedures. 
Control measures to prevent recurrence and minimise risks of hazardous events are implemented based on the hierarchy of control, or alternatively, are referred to designated personnel for implementation. 
OHS training needs are identified accurately, specifying the gaps between OHS competencies required and those held by work group members. 
Arrangements are made for meeting identified OHS training needs in both on and off-the-job training programs in consultation with relevant parties. 
OHS records for work area are accurately and legibly completed in accordance with workplace requirements for OHS records and legal requirements for the maintenance of records of occupational injury and disease. 
Aggregate information from the area's OHS records is used to identify hazards and monitor risk control procedures within work area according to organisational procedures and within scope of responsibilities. 
Relevant provisions of OHS legislation and codes of practice are accurately and clearly explained to the work group. 
Information on council's OHS policies, procedures and programs is provided in a readily accessible manner and is accurately and clearly explained to the work group. 
Information about identified hazards and the outcomes of risk assessment and control procedures is regularly provided and is accurately and clearly explained to the work group. 
Council's procedures for consultation over OHS issues are implemented and monitored to ensure that all members of the work group have the opportunity to contribute. 
Issues raised through consultation are dealt with and resolved promptly or referred to the appropriate personnel for resolution in accordance with workplace procedures for issue resolution. 
The outcomes of consultation over OHS issues are promptly communicated to the work group. 
Existing and potential hazards in the work area are identified and reported so that risk assessment and control procedures can be applied. 
Work procedures to control risks are implemented and adherence to them by the work group is monitored in accordance with workplace procedures. 
Existing risk control measures are monitored and results are reported regularly in accordance with workplace procedures. 
Inadequacies in existing risk control measures are identified in accordance with the hierarchy of control and are reported to designated personnel. 
Inadequacies in resource allocation for implementation of risk control measures are identified and reported to designated personnel. 
Workplace procedures for dealing with hazardous events are implemented whenever necessary to ensure that prompt control action is taken. 
Hazardous events are investigated to identify their cause in accordance with investigation procedures. 
Control measures to prevent recurrence and minimise risks of hazardous events are implemented based on the hierarchy of control, or alternatively, are referred to designated personnel for implementation. 
OHS training needs are identified accurately, specifying the gaps between OHS competencies required and those held by work group members. 
Arrangements are made for meeting identified OHS training needs in both on and off-the-job training programs in consultation with relevant parties. 
OHS records for work area are accurately and legibly completed in accordance with workplace requirements for OHS records and legal requirements for the maintenance of records of occupational injury and disease. 
Aggregate information from the area's OHS records is used to identify hazards and monitor risk control procedures within work area according to organisational procedures and within scope of responsibilities. 

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