• PUAWER008B - Confine small workplace emergencies

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

PUAWER008B Mapping and Delivery Guide
Confine small workplace emergencies

Version 1.0
Issue Date: March 2024


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Unit of Competency PUAWER008B - Confine small workplace emergencies
Description This unit covers the competency required to confine small workplace emergencies.Small workplace emergencies may include such incidents as a small fire that can be controlled using a nearby fire extinguisher; or a chemical spill that can be controlled using workplace personal protective clothing and equipment, and a small spill kit; or a workplace vehicle accident where there is no significant injury or damage.All aspects of the unit must be undertaken in line with legislative requirements, workplace policies and procedures, and accepted safe practices.This unit has been developed to cover the broad range of emergencies and workplaces as considered in Australian Standard 3745-2010.This unit does not cover the competency required for first aid; there are other units that cover first aid competence such as PUAEME001B Provide emergency care..
Employability Skills This unit contains employability skills.
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit applies to employees in the workplace within all industries and in all contexts.This unit places responsibility on individual employees in the workplace to identify, assess and safely confine workplace emergency situations. This requirement is consistent with the legislative obligations of employees as prescribed in OHS legislation. The unit may also be used for planning for future operations in the workplace.The knowledge and skills gained through the completion of this unit may be applied by all employees across all industries.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.
Prerequisites/co-requisites Not applicable.
Competency Field
Development and validation strategy and guide for assessors and learners Student Learning Resources Handouts
Activities
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Assessment 1 Assessment 2 Assessment 3 Assessment 4
Elements of Competency Performance Criteria              
Element: Prepare for emergency situations
  • Possible workplace emergency situations and appropriate responses, within the range of current skills and relevant workplace emergency procedures, are identified
  • Relevant emergency resources are identified and their location is ascertained in the work area
  • Any problems with the serviceability of the emergency resources are identified and reported to relevant people in accordance with workplace procedures
       
Element: Identify and assess the emergency
  • Emergency situation or potential emergency situation and risks are identified and the likely effectiveness of initial response action is considered
  • Advice in relation to emergency situation is sought according to workplace emergency procedures
  • Where initial response actions are considered unsafe or inappropriate, action is taken according to workplace emergency procedures
       
Element: Safely confine emergencies where possible
  • Emergencies are confined to the immediate area according to workplace emergency procedures
  • Emergency resources are used within the individual's limitations imposed by current skills, relevant workplace procedures and relevant legislative requirements
  • Emergency resources used to confine emergency situation are used in a manner that will promote and enhance safe work conditions
       
Element: Use initial response equipment
  • Initial response equipment is checked to ensure its serviceability prior to use
  • Appropriate equipment is selected for use in emergency situations
  • Initial response equipment is used according to accepted safe practices and training
  • Use of equipment is coordinated with other emergency actions
       
Element: Report workplace emergency response
  • Emergency situation response is documented and reported in accordance with workplace procedures
  • Use of initial response equipment is documented and reported according to workplace procedures
  • Initial response equipment is marked or positioned after use and reported to relevant personnel or authority to indicate if it requires servicing or replacing
       


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.

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

Assessment must confirm the ability to correctly identify the type of emergency that has occurred; to identify and take action to avoid or control any associated hazards; to use initial response equipment and techniques to safely and effectively control or contain the emergency.

Consistency in performance

Competency should be demonstrated over time with a range of emergencies that could be expected in the workplace using initial response equipment.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Context of assessment

Competency should be assessed in a simulated environment under conditions that safely replicate workplace emergency situations.

Specific resources for assessment

Access to scenarios that reflect a range of emergency situations that may be expected in the workplace.


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.

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

Required Skills

communicate in an effective manner

give and follow instructions

implement workplace procedures

re-stow initial response equipment

risk management

use initial response equipment

manage a small workplace emergency

Required Knowledge

actions to be followed when initial response action is not safe

appropriate initial response equipment

facilities that may be used to confine emergencies

hazards involved with initial response action

implications of the incorrect use of equipment

limitations of initial response equipment

limitations of use of emergency control equipment or facilities

methods of extinguishment

safe use of initial response equipment

situations that must not be responded to because of the risk

types of emergencies

workplace procedures

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 in the Performance Criteria is detailed below.

Emergency resources may include:

personal access bar codes/swipe cards

barricades

communication systems

fire protection equipment

first-aid kits

mechanical ventilation and air handling equipment

personal protective equipment

spill control kits

surveillance equipment

warning signs

Initial response action may include:

activation of response team

activation of suppression systems

alerting others

containing the emergency

evacuating the area

removing people from danger

removing the emergency

rendering basic aid as required

shut down procedures

use of containment systems

use of portable fire extinguishers, fire blankets or hose reels

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
Possible workplace emergency situations and appropriate responses, within the range of current skills and relevant workplace emergency procedures, are identified 
Relevant emergency resources are identified and their location is ascertained in the work area 
Any problems with the serviceability of the emergency resources are identified and reported to relevant people in accordance with workplace procedures 
Emergency situation or potential emergency situation and risks are identified and the likely effectiveness of initial response action is considered 
Advice in relation to emergency situation is sought according to workplace emergency procedures 
Where initial response actions are considered unsafe or inappropriate, action is taken according to workplace emergency procedures 
Emergencies are confined to the immediate area according to workplace emergency procedures 
Emergency resources are used within the individual's limitations imposed by current skills, relevant workplace procedures and relevant legislative requirements 
Emergency resources used to confine emergency situation are used in a manner that will promote and enhance safe work conditions 
Initial response equipment is checked to ensure its serviceability prior to use 
Appropriate equipment is selected for use in emergency situations 
Initial response equipment is used according to accepted safe practices and training 
Use of equipment is coordinated with other emergency actions 
Emergency situation response is documented and reported in accordance with workplace procedures 
Use of initial response equipment is documented and reported according to workplace procedures 
Initial response equipment is marked or positioned after use and reported to relevant personnel or authority to indicate if it requires servicing or replacing 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

PUAWER008B - Confine small workplace emergencies
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PUAWER008B - Confine small workplace emergencies

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