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 the Training Package.

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

The candidate should demonstrate the ability to follow defined OHS procedures and regulatory requirements related to the work being undertaken in order to ensure one's own safety and that of others in the workplace including:

following procedures for health and safety, risk control and hazard management for a range of tasks falling within the job role

recording and reporting a hypothetical workplace accident according to enterprise and workplace procedures

selecting, checking, using and maintaining personal protective equipment, for example that required to enter a confined space.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Access to the workplace and resources, including:

documentation that should normally be available in a water industry organisation

relevant codes, standards and government regulations

access to a range of work locations, activities and equipment which require demonstration of OHS procedures compliance.

Where applicable, physical resources should include equipment modified for people with disabilities.

Access must be provided to appropriate learning and assessment support when required.

Assessment processes and techniques must be culturally appropriate, and appropriate to the language and literacy capacity of the candidate and the work being performed.

Validity and sufficiency of evidence requires that:

competency will need to be demonstrated over a period of time reflecting the scope of the role and the practical requirements of the workplace

where the assessment is part of a structured learning experience the evidence collected must relate to a number of performances assessed at different points in time and separated by further learning and practice

a decision of competence only taken at the point when the assessor has complete confidence in the person's competence over time and in various contexts

all assessment that is part of a structured learning experience must include a combination of direct, indirect and supplementary evidence

where assessment is for the purpose of recognition (RCC/RPL), the evidence provided will need to be authenticated and show that it represents competency demonstrated over a period of time

assessment can be through simulated project-based activity and must include evidence relating to each of the elements in this unit.

In all cases where practical assessment is used it will be combined with targeted questioning to assess the underpinning knowledge. Questioning will be undertaken in a manner appropriate to the skill levels of the operator and cultural issues that may affect responses to the questions, and will reflect the requirements of the competency and the work being performed.

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

Required skills:

interpret and apply relevant legislative responsibilities

interpret and apply safety systems

identify and report hazards

work effectively as part of a team

apply personal risk control strategies

communicate effectively in the workplace

use literacy skills in regard to verbal and written communication in the workplace

complete basic workplace records and reports.

Required knowledge:

relevant legislative and statutory requirements and responsibilities

site and equipment safety systems

reporting procedures

manual handling procedures

personal safety measures

workplace hazards

risk control procedures

signs and symbols in the workplace

water hazardous agents and preventative strategies.

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, if used 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.

Workplace OHS policies and procedures may be informed by and address:

relevant federal and state or territory OHS legislation and regulations

codes of practice, associated standards and guidance material

documented organisational policies, manuals and induction programs

Personnel with OHS responsibilities may include:

team leaders and workplace supervisors

nominated OHS representatives

members of OHS workplace committees.

Potential hazards relating to specific jobs will vary according to the operations of the workplace and nature of work being undertaken. It is important that the scope of work and risks are canvassed. Potential risks may include:

those associated with working:

in confined spaces

at height

with hazardous substances

with electricity

with plant and equipment

specific hazards relating to the water industry, including:

engulfment hazards

hygiene (wastewater treatment)

needles in public recreation areas (dams).

Workplace procedures may include:

hazard policies and procedures

emergency, fire and accident procedures

senior first aid

practical emergency response techniques

basic incident management

procedures for the use of personal protective clothing and equipment

hazard identification and issue resolution procedures

tag-out

lock-out

confined space entry permits

job procedures and work instructions

job evaluation safety analysis (JESA)

job safety analysis (JSA).