The evidence guide identifies the requirements to be demonstrated to confirm competence for this unit. Assessment must confirm sufficient ability to use appropriate skills and knowledge to fulfil worker responsibilities and authorities for management of risk within their work environment. Assessment of performance should be over a period of time covering all categories within the range statement that are applicable in the working environment.

Critical aspects of competency

Demonstrate knowledge of applicable OHS, risk management and environmental Acts, regulations, standards, codes of practice and guidance notes.

Understanding of, ability to apply and commitment to organisational management systems and procedures for risk management.

Ability to apply risk management procedures (that is, undertake hazard identification, risk assessment, risk treatment and monitoring in accordance with the hierarchy of control).

Identify OHS, risk management and environmental standards and compliance requirements for a system of work.

Demonstrate a clear understanding of obligation holder's duty of care.

Ensure the integration of OHS, risk management and environmental management into organisational management systems.

Undertake consultation with the work group.

Provide clear information and instruction to a work group on workplace procedures pertaining to health, safety, risk management and environment in a readily accessible manner.

Application of a consistent leadership role to the identification of hazards within the work group to ensure unresolved issues are referred to designated personnel and followed up appropriately in a timely manner appropriate to the level of risk identified.

Identify, facilitate and meet the occupational health, safety, risk management and environmental training needs and reporting requirements of the work group.

Identify characteristics of the workforce that impact on the management of occupational health, safety, risk management and environment.

Undertake periodic review of work procedures to ensure compliance with company and legal requirements.

Document matters pertaining to areas of OHS, risk management and environmental responsibility.

Knowledge needed to achieve the performance criteria

Knowledge and understanding are essential to apply this unit in the workplace, to transfer the skills to other contexts and to deal with unplanned events. The knowledge requirements for this unit are listed below.

Provisions of OHS Acts, environmental Acts, regulations, codes of practice, guidance notes and standards relevant to the workplace, including legal responsibilities of employers, employees, contractors and other parties with legal responsibilities including all stakeholders.

Principles and practices of effective OHS and environmental risk management systems.

Procedures for identifying hazards, assessing risks, treating risks and monitoring risks in the work environment.

Organisation of OHS and environment management systems, policies and procedures necessary to support organisational compliance with legal requirements.

Characteristics and composition of the workforce and how they impact on OHS, risk management and environmental management.

The interrelationship of risk management and OHS systems to other organisational systems.

Policies and procedures related to risk management.

Access and equity principles in order to accept and respect individual differences within the composition of the work group.

Specific skills needed to achieve the performance criteria

To achieve the performance criteria, some complementary skills are required. These are:

demonstrated personal commitment to the organisation's OHS, risk management and environmental control program

literacy and language skills to:

articulate OHS and environmental duty of care obligations across levels of responsibility

document and record findings

understand and comply with work procedures

identify and report hazards

interpret site safety plans

read and comprehend product instructions and MSDS

identify and recommend training needs of work group

assist in emergency procedures

analyse hazards, assess risks and evaluate risk control measures

analyse and monitor workplace OHS and environmental data

assess and advise on the validity and sufficiency of resources required to control risks

leading, coaching and mentoring in order to provide support to work group

demonstrating cultural sensitivity

identifying and explaining levels of responsibility for OHS within the organisation.

Other units of competency that could be assessed with this unit

Competence in this unit may be assessed in conjunction with PRMCMN401A Manage workplace safety arrangements.

Resources required to assess this unit

The following resources should be available:

access to a suitable work site or comparable venue

access to suitable equipment and chemicals

access to personal protective equipment

access to information concerning company and legislative requirements

work order instructions, work plans and schedules, and policy documents

assessment instruments, including personal planner and assessment record book.

Gaining evidence to assess this unit

For valid and reliable assessment of this unit, the competency should be demonstrated over a period of time and be observed by the assessor.

The competency is to be demonstrated in a range of situations that may include customer/workplace interruptions and involvement in related activities normally experienced in the workplace.

Assessment of competency may be made through practical demonstration in the work environment or in a simulated work environment.

Competency is to be demonstrated without assistance or favour to the level of communication and literacy skill evident.

When assessing candidates, assessment techniques that allow a collection of evidence from relevant workplace experience should be used. Assessment against this unit may involve no less than six out of the following areas of assessment:

continuous assessment in the workplace (observation) or a setting that simulates the conditions of a workplace (simulation), taking into account the range of variables affecting performance, information obtained from the following:

direct observation - observing adherence to procedures and instructions in specified circumstances

report form a supervisor - according to a checklist based on set procedures and instructions

simulation - a relevant set of circumstances should be artificially created and the person observed following appropriate directions and instructions

written/oral questioning based on workplace procedures and work instructions

self-assessment of performance on the same terms as those described above

interviews and/or provision of learning activities to check underpinning knowledge requirements

supplementary evidence that may be obtained from relevant authenticated correspondence or reports from line managers.

Performance and assessment of this unit must be carried out within the relevant requirements of the legislative and industry framework and as set out in organisational occupational health, safety, risk management and environmental policies and procedures.

Key competency levels

There are a number of processes that are learnt throughout work and life that are required in all jobs. They are fundamental processes and generally transferable to other work functions. Some of these are covered by the key competencies, although others may be added.

Information below highlights how these processes are applied in this unit of competency.

Refer to Evidence Guide

The range statement links the client, company and technical requirements to the context. It describes any contextual variables that will be used or encountered when applying the competency in work situations. It allows for different work practices and work and knowledge requirements as well as for differences between organisations and workplaces. The following variables are listed in alphabetical order and may be present for this particular unit.

Appropriate personnel may include:

clients

colleagues

external specialists

health and safety representatives

managers

OHS personnel

other persons including emergency service personnel, authorised or nominated by the enterprise or industry to:

perform specified work/functions

approve specified work

inspect specified work

direct specified work/functions

person(s) in control of work site(s)

supervisors.

Client requirements may include:

compliance under the terms and conditions of appointment

client negotiated outcomes arising from the undertaking of the risk analysis

client obligations arising under the terms and conditions associated with being the principal contractor and occupier

general duty of care provisions.

Company requirements may include:

access and equity policy, principles and practice

business and performance plans

client communication procedures

client confidentiality procedures

client service standards

communication channels and reporting procedures

company goals, objectives, plans, systems and processes

company issued identification badge/card/pass

company policy and procedures

company service standards

defined resource parameters

dress and presentation requirements

duty of care, code of conduct, code of ethics

emergency response and evacuation procedures

maintenance procedures for equipment and personal protective equipment (PPE)

OHS control procedures (e.g. health and safety plans, job plans, job safety analysis, risk assessments, safe operating practices/procedures, safe work instructions, work method statements, safe system of work statements)

OHS policies and procedures

personnel practices and guidelines

policies and procedures relating to own role, responsibility and delegation

quality and continuous improvement processes and standards

records and information systems and processes

rights and responsibilities of employees and employers

training (induction, refresher and new skills) materials

use of contractors

work site access security clearance procedures.

Consequence(s) of a hazard occurring rated in order of severity may include:

insignificant - no injuries, low financial loss

minor - First Aid treatment, on-site release immediately contained, medium financial loss

moderate - medical treatment required, on-site release contained with outside assistance, high financial loss

major - extensive injuries, loss of production capability, off-site release with no detrimental effects, major financial loss

catastrophic - death, toxic off-site release with detrimental effect, huge financial loss.

Environmental requirements may include:

Australian Standards

environmental policy and procedures

local government regulations/bylaws

state and federal environmental legislation.

Event(s) may include evidence of risk in relation to one or more of the following:

activity of a company

asset condition within the company

function of a company

production design, manufacture distribution and maintenance operations of the company

project management of a company.

Expert advice may include:

federal, state and local government regulatory authorities

private consultants appropriate to the risk being evaluated.

Hazards may include:

allergic reactions to chemicals or airborne contaminants

biological hazards such as blood and blood-stained products

biological waste

bites and stings

broken glass and other sharp surfaces

chemical containers and/or decanted chemical storage containers labelled incorrectly

chemical hazards

confined/restricted spaces

contaminated clothing, materials and/or equipment

damaged or inappropriate equipment

dust and fibres

electrical hazards arising from:

cables near scaffolding

faulty or absent earth leakage protection

maintenance faults

operation of overhead equipment such as cherry pickers

overhead powerlines

power cords, electrical fittings (switches and lights) and untested electrical equipment

wet environments

electrical or mechanical faults of plant and/or equipment including mobile plants

environmental hazards

environmental impact

ergonomic/mechanical hazards

extremes of heat and temperature

fatigue

fire and explosion

gas

heights

human waste (faeces, urine, vomit)

inadequate lighting and ventilation

infectious and zoonotic diseases e.g. scabies/Q fever

inhaling chemical fumes

leaks, spill, splash and spray

manual handling techniques including awkward and repetitive postures

mobile/vehicle hazards around plant and vehicles

moving and/or unguarded machinery and equipment

noise

obstructions or blocked exits

occupational violence and bullying

physical hazards

poor manual handling techniques

poor personal hygiene practices

pressured containers containing gas or chemicals

psychological hazards

radiation

repetitive motion, force and vibration

slippery or uneven floors

static and prolonged muscular activity

synergistic chemical reactions (hazardous incompatibility or reactivity)

syringes or other sharps

ultraviolet light

underfoot conditions e.g. slippery, uneven and rough surfaces

unlabelled chemicals and substances

unrestricted people access

untidy work areas

vehicle exhaust fumes particularly in areas of poor ventilation

vibration

waste and waste disposal

work in isolated/remote environments.

Hazard treatment(s) may include implementation of solutions such as:

substitution of an alternate piece of equipment over poorly designed equipment

training the work group in safe work procedures and wearing of PPE

use of a barrier to protect against heat exposure.

Hierarchy of control for management of risk includes:

hazard elimination treatment/controls

hazard substitution treatment/controls

hazard engineering treatment/controls

administrative treatment/controls including OHS and environmental training

PPE.

Identify hazards may include activities such as:

accessing manufacturer guidance information and manuals

application of job safety analysis procedures

assessing the severity of identified hazards and ranking according to risk, implementing controls appropriate to the level of risk assessed and within timeframes appropriate to the levels of risk assessed

briefing workplace safety inspectors or contracted OHS advisors

checking work area and/or equipment before and during work

consultation with employees, OHS representative, OHS committee

employment and induction procedures

environmental audits and monitoring

housekeeping

job and work system assessment

performing routine job hazard analysis

pre- and post-operational equipment checks

purchasing of supplies and equipment, for example review of material safety data sheets and manufacturer/supplier information, purchase of ergonomically sound equipment, etc

referencing government or industry hazard or safety alerts, including via industry association contacts and networks

regular maintenance of plant and equipment

reviews of OHS records, including registers of hazardous substances, dangerous goods, incident/accident reports, etc

risk assessment matrix application to evaluating risk

safety audits and monitoring

termination interviews

workplace inspections.

Information may include:

documents relating to company requirements

documents relating to legislative requirements.

Legislative requirements may include:

Australian Standards, quality assurance and certification requirements

award and enterprise agreements

codes of practice

national industry standards

relevant Commonwealth/state/territory legislation and local government regulations that affect company operation:

anti-discrimination and diversity

availability of chemical registers/manifests

chemical controls

consumer protection

environmental protection issues

equal employment opportunity

freedom of information

industrial equipment certificates of competency or licences

industrial relations

OHS Acts and regulations

privacy

trade practices

workplace consultative arrangements.

Likelihood in terms of risk evaluation relates to the probability or frequency with which an event occurs.

Loss events should be evaluated for potential outcomes for:

equipment damage

financial loss

loss

others forms of loss arising from exposure to risk in the workplace and/or environment

personal injury.

Occupational health and safety* (OHS) requirements may relate to:

communication devices for remote and isolated locations e.g. mobile phone, two-way radio, etc

dermatoxicological control and prevention measures

hazard identification and risk assessment mechanisms

hazard reporting

hazardous material disposal guidelines

hierarchy of hazard treatment/control procedures

injury, dangerous occurrence and incident reporting requirements

keeping access ways clear from obstruction

maintaining clear access ways

maintenance procedures for equipment and PPE

national industry standards/codes of practice

OHS control procedures (e.g. health and safety plans, job plans, job safety analysis, risk assessments, safe operating practices/procedures, safe work instructions, work method statements, safe system of work statements)

protection from hazardous substances, noise and dust

protection of people in the workplace

routes of entry and potential symptoms of exposure from chemicals

safety training (induction and refresher)

ultraviolet light

up-to-date electrical test and tag compliance

use of chemicals in accordance with labels

use, storage and maintenance of equipment in accordance with manufacturers' specifications and equipment operating manuals

use, storage and maintenance of personal protective equipment and clothing.

*Also known as workplace health and safety

OHS records and reports should include documented:

compliance and due diligence statement

First Aid/medical post records

hazardous substances registers

health surveillance and workplace environmental monitoring records

maintenance and testing reports

manufacturers' and suppliers' information, including MSDS and dangerous goods storage lists

monitoring and auditing documents

OHS audits and inspection reports

records of instruction and training

risk management policy statement

risk register

risk treatment and action plan

safety bulletins or notices

workers' compensation and injury management records.

OHS training may include:

awareness of duty of care provisions, legislative and company policy and procedures and standards

awareness of management responsibility

consultation in the workplace

controlling hazards and reviewing change

emergency response and evacuation training

induction training and refresher training

risk management training

specific hazard training

specific task or equipment training

the nature of hazards and hazard recognition (identification) and assessment of risk

training as part of broader programs, for example equipment operation.

Participative arrangements may include all levels of employees and, where appropriate, other stakeholders in:

employee performance feedback

formal and informal meetings

health and safety representative appointment

OHS committee appointment

organisational information, staff bulletins and notices

other special purpose committees, for example consultative, planning and purchasing

participation in risk evaluation processes

suggestions, requests, reports and concerns put forward by employees to management.

Regulatory and company documentation may include:

Acts, regulations, codes of practice, standards and guidance material

company policy and procedures

company records.

Risk analysis includes:

analysis of the likelihood, chance, frequency or probability of something happening that will have an impact upon work objectives

a process involving:

hazard identification

risk assessment

risk treatment/control

risk monitoring and evaluation

assessment of the real or possible outcome should something happen measured in terms of the nature and extent of harm or injury to the individual(s) and/or environment.

Risk analysis protocols may be selected on the following criteria:

Australian Standards, company standards and client standards

combination of quantitative or qualitative assessment tools as appropriate to the risks being assessed

company policy, procedures, goals, objectives and the interests of stakeholders

operational, technical, financial, legal, social, humanitarian or other criteria

the scope of the risk management project being undertaken.

Risk priority rating should consider:

cost-benefit analysis to determine acceptance or rejection of treatment

development of a risk action plan incorporating:

specification of the risk

summary of recommended response and anticipated impact

proposed actions

resources required

responsibilities

timing

reporting and monitoring requirements

monitoring plan for the implemented treatment option

person responsible for implementation of the option

possible risk treatments/controls in order of priority for resolution

preferred options for treatment of risks

priority listing of risks identified in the risk register

risk rating after treatment is implemented

signatories and dating of plan by the compiler and reviewer of the plan

timetable for implementation.

Stakeholders other than company management may include:

business operators and their employees in near proximity to company operations

client's staff

contractors and subcontractors

fellow workers (colleagues)

general public

venue/facility/building/shopping centre staff/management.

Work group members may include all stakeholders or a combination:

contractors authorised by the company to perform specific work functions

employees under direct supervision

entry-level trainees

full-time, part-time or casual employees

public authorised for entry on-site

trainee supervisors or trainee team leaders.

Work procedure(s) may include:

instructions general to the management of the enterprise, such as:

contracting of services

counselling/disciplinary processes

maintenance of plant and equipment

purchasing of supplies and equipment

specific safe work procedures

tendering of work

training

work procedures and work instructions.

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