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

MSMWHS210 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Undertake first response to non-fire incidents

Version 1.0
Issue Date: March 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency MSMWHS210 - Undertake first response to non-fire incidents
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit of competency covers the skills and knowledge required to recognise and respond to an incident (except for fire/explosion) to provide an appropriate first response. This unit of competency applies to operators who are required to respond to an incident, such as a leak, spill or other incident. The worker is not expected to deal with the emerging incident, but to provide an initial first response in order to contain the incident and/or secure the immediate area in order to minimise resultant damages and loss. In this unit it is assumed that the worker is acting according to established workplace procedures.This unit of competency applies to an individual working alone or as part of a team or group and working in liaison with other shift team members and the control room operator, as appropriate.Organisations within the chemical, hydrocarbons and refining industries may find themselves falling under the provisions of various Major Hazard Facilities legislation. In developing this unit consideration has been given to the requirements of Sections 8 and 9 of the National Standard for the Control of Major Hazard Facilities [NOHSC:1014 (2002)] and the National Code of Practice for the Control of Major Hazard Facilities [NOHSC:2016 (1996)].No other licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.

Prerequisites/co-requisites
Competency Field Work health and safety
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: Assess level of severity
  • Recognise an incident has occurred or is about to occur
  • Access hazard information as appropriate
  • Assess frequency, duration, actual and potential outcome
  • Evaluate and communicate in a timely and appropriate manner the location, nature and extent of the incident
       


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.

Elements describe the essential outcomes

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

1

Assess level of severity

1.1

Recognise an incident has occurred or is about to occur

1.2

Access hazard information as appropriate

1.3

Assess frequency, duration, actual and potential outcome

1.4

Evaluate and communicate in a timely and appropriate manner the location, nature and extent of the incident

2

Undertake routine response to minimise affect of the incident

2.1

Select the appropriate response from the incident procedures

2.2

Clear and secure the incident area

2.3

Select appropriate materials and equipment to contain the incident

2.4

Safely locate access and operate incident response equipment

2.5

Apply incident containment procedures as appropriate

3

Notify responsible authorities

3.1

Follow incident reporting procedures

3.2

Identify appropriate authorities and notify

3.3

Clearly and unambiguously communicate information concerning the incident in a timely manner

4

Undertake safe evacuation

4.1

Evacuate the area in a safe and controlled manner when first response has failed to control the incident or has proven inappropriate

4.2

Secure the immediate area of the incident to ensure no further loss occurs to people, equipment, materials, process and environment


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.

Elements describe the essential outcomes

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

1

Assess level of severity

1.1

Recognise an incident has occurred or is about to occur

1.2

Access hazard information as appropriate

1.3

Assess frequency, duration, actual and potential outcome

1.4

Evaluate and communicate in a timely and appropriate manner the location, nature and extent of the incident

2

Undertake routine response to minimise affect of the incident

2.1

Select the appropriate response from the incident procedures

2.2

Clear and secure the incident area

2.3

Select appropriate materials and equipment to contain the incident

2.4

Safely locate access and operate incident response equipment

2.5

Apply incident containment procedures as appropriate

3

Notify responsible authorities

3.1

Follow incident reporting procedures

3.2

Identify appropriate authorities and notify

3.3

Clearly and unambiguously communicate information concerning the incident in a timely manner

4

Undertake safe evacuation

4.1

Evacuate the area in a safe and controlled manner when first response has failed to control the incident or has proven inappropriate

4.2

Secure the immediate area of the incident to ensure no further loss occurs to people, equipment, materials, process and environment

This field allows for different work environments and conditions that may affect performance. Essential operating conditions that may be present (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) are included.

Regulatory framework

The latest version of all legislation, regulations, industry codes of practice and Australian/international standards, or the version specified by the local regulatory authority, must be used, and include one or more of the following:

· legislative requirements, including work health and safety (WHS)

· industry codes of practice and guidelines

· environmental regulations and guidelines

· Australian and other standards

licence and certification requirements

National Standard for the Control of Major Hazard Facilities [NOHSC:1014 (2002)] (where applicable)

National Code of Practice for the Control of Major Hazard Facilities [NOHSC:2016 (1996)] (where applicable)

Procedures

All operations must be performed in accordance with relevant procedures.

Procedures are written, verbal, visual, computer-based or in some other form, and include one or more of the following:

emergency procedures

work instructions

standard operating procedures (SOPs)

safe work method statements (SWMS)

temporary instructions

any similar instructions provided for the smooth running of the plant

Hazards and incidents

Hazards and incidents include one or more of the following:

smoke, darkness and heat

heat, smoke, dust or other atmospheric hazards

electricity

gas

gases and liquids under pressure

structural hazards

structural collapse

equipment failures

industrial (machinery, equipment and product)

equipment or product mass

noise, rotational equipment or vibration

limited head spaces or overhangs

working at heights, in restricted or confined spaces, or in environments subjected to heat, noise, dusts or vapours

flammability and explosivity

hazardous products and materials

unauthorised personnel

sharp edges, protrusions or obstructions

slippery surfaces, spills or leaks

limited head spaces or overhangs

extreme weather

other hazards that might arise

Tools and equipment

Tools and equipment include one or more of the following:

personal protective equipment (PPE)

incident response equipment, such as spill kits and vapour dispersion

evacuation equipment

survival equipment

breathing apparatus

smoke or self rescue respirators

atmosphere/gas testing equipment

mobile and portable equipment

first aid equipment

pipeline repair clamps

lamb air movers

barricades and signage

communications equipment, such as two-way radios, mobile and satellite phones and pagers

Responsible authorities

Responsible authorities include one or more of the following:

internal personnel:

employer

supervisor

employees elected as incident team leader

other personnel with incident team leader responsibilities

external personnel:

police

fire brigade

ambulance

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 an incident has occurred or is about to occur 
Access hazard information as appropriate 
Assess frequency, duration, actual and potential outcome 
Evaluate and communicate in a timely and appropriate manner the location, nature and extent of the incident 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

MSMWHS210 - Undertake first response to non-fire incidents
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