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

PMAWHS420 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Develop first aid procedures and manage resources

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Issue Date: May 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency PMAWHS420 - Develop first aid procedures and manage resources
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit of competency covers the skills and knowledge required to manage the development and implementation of a workplace first aid system. This unit of competency applies to operators who are required to plan and coordinate processes to develop new or review existing first aid procedures, communicate procedures to others, and ensure training and professional development needs are addressed. This unit of competency applies to all work environments and sectors within the industry.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.

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

The collection of performance evidence is best done from a report and/or folio of evidence drawn from:

a single project which provides sufficient evidence of developing new or reviewing existing first aid procedures which satisfy the requirements of all the elements and performance criteria

multiple smaller projects which together provide sufficient evidence of developing new or reviewing existing first aid procedures which satisfy the requirements of all the elements and performance criteria.

A third-party report, or similar, may be needed to testify to the work done by the individual, particularly when the project has been done as part of a project team.

Assessment should use a real project in an operational workplace. Where this is not possible or practical, assessment must occur using a sufficiently rigorous simulated environment reflecting realistic operational workplace conditions. This must cover all aspects of workplace performance, including environment, task skills, task management skills, contingency management skills and job role environment skills.

Knowledge evidence may be collected concurrently with performance evidence 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.

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

Assessors must satisfy the assessor competency requirements that are in place at the time of the assessment as set by the VET regulator.

In addition, the assessor or anyone acting in subject matter expert role in assessment must demonstrate both technical competency and currency. If the assessor cannot demonstrate technical competency and currency they must assess with a subject matter expert who does meet these requirements.

Technical competence can be demonstrated through one or more of:

relevant VET or other qualification/Statement of Attainment

appropriate workplace experience undertaking the type of work being assessed under routine and non-routine conditions

appropriate workplace experience supervising/evaluating the type of work being assessed under routine and non-routine conditions

Currency can be demonstrated through one or more of:

being currently employed undertaking the type of work being assessed

being employed by the organisation undertaking the type of work being assessed and having maintained currency in accordance with that organisation’s policies and procedures

having consulted/had contact with an organisation undertaking the type of work being assessed within the last twelve months, the consultation/contact being related to assessment

conducting on-the-job training/assessments of the type of work being assessed

being an active member of a relevant professional body and participating in activities relevant to the assessment of this type of work.
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: Develop effective organisational systems
  • Coordinate participative processes to identify and agree on outcomes
  • Initiate processes to plan, implement and control systems to achieve identified outcomes
  • Implement/develop policies and procedures consistent with procedures.
  • Develop and maintain processes for effective conduct of first aid responsibilities
  • Distribute changes in policy and procedures to relevant personnel using appropriate communication channels
  • Undertake review of procedures/policies, and report recommendations as required
       
Element: Implement effective first aid training and practice
  • Maintain links with first aid bodies, professionals and clinical organisations/bodies
  • Maintain currency of first aid and personal qualifications in accordance with industry and organisational requirements
  • Review and validate risks against procedures
  • Coordinate, plan, implement and evaluate additional training in a timely manner to meet the needs of individuals and the worksite
  • Ensure practices are consistent with current standards and policies
  • Coordinate planning for response to major incidents and make known to the work group in readiness for implementation
       
Element: Maintain up-to-date professional development of knowledge and skills
  • Undertake self-education process in accordance with workplace principles and opportunities
  • Access links with various professional first aid bodies and organisations to maintain currency in the field
  • Access and communicate promptly relevant information to work group, and maintain certification in accordance with workplace procedures and legislation
       


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

Develop effective organisational systems

1.1

Coordinate participative processes to identify and agree on outcomes

1.2

Initiate processes to plan, implement and control systems to achieve identified outcomes

1.3

Implement/develop policies and procedures consistent with procedures.

1.4

Develop and maintain processes for effective conduct of first aid responsibilities

1.5

Distribute changes in policy and procedures to relevant personnel using appropriate communication channels

1.6

Undertake review of procedures/policies, and report recommendations as required

2

Implement effective first aid training and practice

2.1

Maintain links with first aid bodies, professionals and clinical organisations/bodies

2.2

Maintain currency of first aid and personal qualifications in accordance with industry and organisational requirements

2.3

Review and validate risks against procedures

2.4

Coordinate, plan, implement and evaluate additional training in a timely manner to meet the needs of individuals and the worksite

2.5

Ensure practices are consistent with current standards and policies

2.6

Coordinate planning for response to major incidents and make known to the work group in readiness for implementation

3

Maintain up-to-date professional development of knowledge and skills

3.1

Undertake self-education process in accordance with workplace principles and opportunities

3.2

Access links with various professional first aid bodies and organisations to maintain currency in the field

3.3

Access and communicate promptly relevant information to work group, and maintain certification in accordance with workplace procedures and legislation

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

communicate effectively orally and in writing

coordinate participative processes

plan for and develop procedures incorporating input from others

evaluate policy/procedures and make recommendations for improvement

determine the need for training and professional development and coordinate appropriate responses

manage own professional development and currency of certification

monitor the implementation of the system and make amendments, including:

correct application of procedures

alignment to current first aid practice/standards

need for information/communications

integration with other systems/procedures

write procedures, including technical and numerical information.

Evidence must be provided that demonstrates knowledge of:

organisational procedures, including those covering:

safety, hazards and hazard control

incident, fire and accident

environmental protection

risk assessment/risk management

hazards that may arise in the job/work environment, and:

their possible causes

potential consequences

risks

appropriate risk controls

regulatory framework

state and territory regulations relating to currency of skills and knowledge

training and assessment processes and methods

identifying and evaluating training/assessment options

techniques for identifying skills/training needs

national training agenda

the role of professional development

first aid principles and practices.

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:

(add new lines for each of the assessment tasks)

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

Develop effective organisational systems

1.1

Coordinate participative processes to identify and agree on outcomes

1.2

Initiate processes to plan, implement and control systems to achieve identified outcomes

1.3

Implement/develop policies and procedures consistent with procedures.

1.4

Develop and maintain processes for effective conduct of first aid responsibilities

1.5

Distribute changes in policy and procedures to relevant personnel using appropriate communication channels

1.6

Undertake review of procedures/policies, and report recommendations as required

2

Implement effective first aid training and practice

2.1

Maintain links with first aid bodies, professionals and clinical organisations/bodies

2.2

Maintain currency of first aid and personal qualifications in accordance with industry and organisational requirements

2.3

Review and validate risks against procedures

2.4

Coordinate, plan, implement and evaluate additional training in a timely manner to meet the needs of individuals and the worksite

2.5

Ensure practices are consistent with current standards and policies

2.6

Coordinate planning for response to major incidents and make known to the work group in readiness for implementation

3

Maintain up-to-date professional development of knowledge and skills

3.1

Undertake self-education process in accordance with workplace principles and opportunities

3.2

Access links with various professional first aid bodies and organisations to maintain currency in the field

3.3

Access and communicate promptly relevant information to work group, and maintain certification in accordance with workplace procedures and legislation

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

All operations to which this unit applies are subject to stringent health, safety and environment (HSE) requirements, which may be imposed through state/territory or federal legislation, and these must not be compromised at any time. Where there is an apparent conflict between performance criteria and HSE requirements, the HSE requirements take precedence.

Procedures

All operations must be performed in accordance with relevant procedures.

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

directives and/or guidelines from:

Australian Resuscitation Council (ARC)

National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC)

Australian Standards

Worksafe Australia

emergency procedures

work instructions

standard operating procedures (SOPs)

safe work method statements (SWMS)

formulas/recipes

batch sheets

temporary instructions

any similar instructions provided for the smooth running of the plant

Systems

A first aid system must be supported by systems and procedures in related areas of the organisation, including the following:

ordering (e.g. magazines, books and supplies)

skills updating (e.g. attending conferences/workshops and reading publications)

professional development and networking (e.g. attending conferences/workshops and reading publications)

communication

technology

training and assessment, and refresher training

IT

record keeping

health safety and environment

hazard and risk management

Professional development

Professional development includes one or more of the following:

accessing up to date information about industry practices, codes and certification requirements via:

meetings

seminars

conferences

membership of professional first aid bodies

education/self-education processes, such as:

attendance at relevant seminars and conferences

maintenance of professional library

membership of first aid bodies

formal training

supervised or unsupervised practice to maintain currency of competence

First aid bodies and clinical organisations

First aid bodies and professional and clinical organisations/bodies include the following:

Australian Resuscitation Council (ARC)

International Liaison Committee on Resuscitation (ILCOR)

support groups

registered providers/authorities

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
Coordinate participative processes to identify and agree on outcomes 
Initiate processes to plan, implement and control systems to achieve identified outcomes 
Implement/develop policies and procedures consistent with procedures. 
Develop and maintain processes for effective conduct of first aid responsibilities 
Distribute changes in policy and procedures to relevant personnel using appropriate communication channels 
Undertake review of procedures/policies, and report recommendations as required 
Maintain links with first aid bodies, professionals and clinical organisations/bodies 
Maintain currency of first aid and personal qualifications in accordance with industry and organisational requirements 
Review and validate risks against procedures 
Coordinate, plan, implement and evaluate additional training in a timely manner to meet the needs of individuals and the worksite 
Ensure practices are consistent with current standards and policies 
Coordinate planning for response to major incidents and make known to the work group in readiness for implementation 
Undertake self-education process in accordance with workplace principles and opportunities 
Access links with various professional first aid bodies and organisations to maintain currency in the field 
Access and communicate promptly relevant information to work group, and maintain certification in accordance with workplace procedures and legislation 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

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