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

MSMWHS216 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Operate breathing apparatus

Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency MSMWHS216 - Operate breathing apparatus
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit of competency covers the skills and knowledge required to operate and maintain breathing apparatus and equipment in an irrespirable atmosphere, as defined by the Australian Standard AS/NZS 1715:2009 Selection, use and maintenance of respiratory protective equipment.This unit of competency applies to operators who are required to wear breathing apparatus because they are working: in a confined space with hazardous gases/vapours in an oxygen deficient atmosphere in other situations requiring the wearing of breathing apparatus. Operators may also be required to wear breathing apparatus in emergency situations, however, this is not the prime focus of this unit.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.No 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.

Competency must be achieved before performing this work unsupervised. Therefore this unit will typically be assessed off the job. Where assessment is undertaken on the job appropriate supervision and safety precautions must be provided.

The unit should be assessed holistically and the judgement of competence based on a holistic assessment of the evidence.

The collection of performance evidence:

should provide evidence of the ability to perform over the range of situations which might be expected to be encountered, including typical disruptions to normal, smooth work conditions

must include the use of breathing apparatus, appropriate tools, equipment and safety gear requiring demonstration of preparation, operation, completion and responding to problems

may use industry-based simulation particularly where safety, lack of opportunity or significant cost is an issue.

Off-the-job assessment must sufficiently reflect realistic operational workplace conditions that cover all aspects of workplace performance, including environment, task skills, task management skills, contingency management skills and job role environment skills.

Assessment in a simulated environment should use evidence collected from one or more of:

walk-throughs

demonstration of skills

industry-based case studies/scenarios

‘what ifs’.

Knowledge evidence may be collected concurrently with performance evidence (provided a record is kept) or through an independent process, such as workbooks, written assessments or interviews (provided a record is kept).

Assessment processes and techniques must be appropriate to the language, literacy and numeracy requirements of the work being performed and the needs of the candidate.

Conditions for assessment must include access to all tools, equipment, materials and documentation required, including relevant workplace procedures, product and manufacturing specifications associated with this unit.

The regulatory framework will be reflected in workplace policies and procedures and is not required to be independently assessed.

Foundation skills are integral to competent performance of the unit and should not be assessed separately.

As a minimum, assessors must satisfy the Standards for Registered Training Organisations 2015 assessor requirements.
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: Conduct pre-donning checks and tests on breathing apparatus
  • Inspect breathing apparatus for immediate use in accordance with procedures
  • Report/record faulty or damaged equipment in accordance with procedures
       


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

Conduct pre-donning checks and tests on breathing apparatus

1.1

Inspect breathing apparatus for immediate use in accordance with procedures

1.2

Report/record faulty or damaged equipment in accordance with procedures

2

Operate breathing apparatus

2.1

Identify, monitor and control hazards in accordance with the procedures

2.2

Establish and maintain communication with appropriate personnel throughout the activity

2.3

Use breathing apparatus for the required activities in accordance with procedures

2.4

Monitor remaining working time available and return to a respirable atmosphere as required

2.5

Implement entrapment procedures in accordance with procedures

2.6

Maintain personal safety at all times

3

Conclude operations in accordance with procedures

3.1

Close down breathing apparatus set

3.2

Remove breathing apparatus set

3.3

Undertake after-use cleaning and maintenance of breathing apparatus

3.4

Make equipment ready for operational use

Evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy the requirements of the elements and performance criteria and must include the ability to:

conduct pre-donning tests on breathing apparatus

correctly don and operate breathing apparatus

identify hazards and apply control measures according to procedures

communicate while using breathing apparatus

determine the available working time from a breathing apparatus set

correctly close down, remove and clean breathing apparatus

report faults and/or damage to breathing apparatus.

Evidence must be provided that demonstrates knowledge of:

the effects of irrespirable atmospheres on the body and the need for protective equipment

characteristics, component parts, operation of compressed air breathing apparatus

operational testing, standard operating procedures (SOPs) and safe work practices when wearing breathing apparatus

use of procedures, personal lines and tallies

pre-use tests and checks

breathing apparatus control

entrapment procedures

communications while wearing breathing apparatus.

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

Conduct pre-donning checks and tests on breathing apparatus

1.1

Inspect breathing apparatus for immediate use in accordance with procedures

1.2

Report/record faulty or damaged equipment in accordance with procedures

2

Operate breathing apparatus

2.1

Identify, monitor and control hazards in accordance with the procedures

2.2

Establish and maintain communication with appropriate personnel throughout the activity

2.3

Use breathing apparatus for the required activities in accordance with procedures

2.4

Monitor remaining working time available and return to a respirable atmosphere as required

2.5

Implement entrapment procedures in accordance with procedures

2.6

Maintain personal safety at all times

3

Conclude operations in accordance with procedures

3.1

Close down breathing apparatus set

3.2

Remove breathing apparatus set

3.3

Undertake after-use cleaning and maintenance of breathing apparatus

3.4

Make equipment ready for operational use

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:

AS/NZS 1715:2009 Selection, use and maintenance of respiratory protective equipment or its authorised replacement

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

Breathing apparatus

Breathing apparatus includes one or more of open circuit:

self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA)

airline equipment

other similar breathing apparatus

It does not cover the use of rebreather (closed circuit) apparatus.

Hazards

Hazards include one or more of the following:

entrapment

failure to maintain a face seal

exhaustion of air supply

heated atmospheres

asphyxiating atmosphere (oxygen deficient)

(non-skin absorption) toxic or poisonous atmosphere

smoke or suspended particles/fibres in atmosphere

malfunction of equipment

disorientation in smoke, darkness or confinement

fire and explosion

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

flammability and explosivity

hazardous products and materials

unauthorised personnel

sharp edges, protrusions or obstructions

slippery surfaces, spills or leaks

extreme weather

other hazards that might arise

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
Inspect breathing apparatus for immediate use in accordance with procedures 
Report/record faulty or damaged equipment in accordance with procedures 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

MSMWHS216 - Operate breathing apparatus
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Assessment Record Sheet

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