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 | PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
Elements describe the essential outcomes. | Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. |
1 | Identify emergency or abnormal electric tramdriving situation | 1.1 | Emergency, potential emergency or abnormal situation is promptly recognised and assessed, and needs are prioritised in accordance with workplace emergency response plan/procedures |
1.2 | Implications of emergency, potential emergency or abnormal situation are evaluated in accordance with workplace requirements |
1.3 | Options for reporting the situation and/or taking action are considered in accordance with workplace procedures and regulatory requirements |
1.4 | Network Control Officer and relevant personnel are alerted to emergency, potential emergency or abnormal situation as required, in accordance with workplace operating and emergency procedures and plans |
1.5 | Communications are maintained with relevant personnel to determine appropriate course of action |
2 | Respond to emergency or abnormal electric tramdriving situation | 2.1 | Emergency, potential emergency or abnormal situation is responded to in accordance with workplace procedures, received instructions, regulatory requirements and emergency response plan |
2.2 | Hazardous substances and dangerous goods class and subsidiary risk information is identified |
2.3 | Safety incidents and emergencies are handled appropriately in accordance with established response plan and within limits of rail safety worker duty of care responsibilities |
2.4 | Responsibilities are fulfilled in accordance with workplace emergency response plan and code/regulatory requirements |
2.5 | Assistance is provided in controlling the site prior to and following arrival of emergency services |
2.6 | In an emergency, assistance is provided to other staff and emergency services personnel conducting initial scene survey |
2.7 | Directions of the Network Control Officer and controlling emergency services authority are followed and all possible assistance is provided in response to those directions |
2.8 | Incident reports are completed accurately in accordance with regulatory and workplace procedures |
3 | Arrange followon support and assistance | 3.1 | In an accident or illness, medical assistance and support is arranged as required in accordance with workplace procedures |
3.2 | First aid is provided until medical assistance arrives, within limits of own responsibility and competence in accordance with workplace procedures |
4 | Communicate with staff and passengers | 4.1 | Staff and passengers are provided with relevant, appropriate and timely advice on emergency and abnormal situations |
4.2 | Instructions are provided to relevant personnel and/or passengers in accordance with workplace procedures, consistent with the nature of the emergency or abnormal situation |
4.3 | Evacuation procedures for personnel and/or customers are explained and/or demonstrated as required in accordance with workplace procedures |
4.4 | Customer service and safety needs arising from emergency or abnormal situation are identified and acted on in accordance with regulatory and workplace requirements |
Evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria on at least one occasion and include: |
adapting to differences in electric trams and ancillary equipment completing required documentation and reports following emergency response plan in accordance with workplace procedures identifying hazards and taking appropriate action to minimise, control or eliminate identified hazards identifying, solving and/or reporting problems promptly, in accordance with workplace procedures modifying activities depending on workplace contexts, risk situations and environments providing first aid within limits of own responsibility and competence reading and interpreting relevant instructions, procedures and information responding to incidents, emergencies or abnormal situations in accordance with operational procedures and workplace emergency response plan selecting and using relevant communications and other equipment selecting and using required personal protective equipment conforming to industry and work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) standards working collaboratively with others. |
Evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria and include knowledge of:
applicable state/territory legislated rail safety requirements, relevant codes of practice and/or guidelines
focus of operation of work systems, equipment, management and site operating systems when responding to electric tramdriving emergencies or abnormal situations
hazards that may occur in transport and allied industries that can lead to emergency situations, and related hazard control strategies
problems that may occur when responding to electric tramdriving emergencies and abnormal situations, and action that can be taken to resolve these problems
procedures for communications protocol
relevant documentation and reporting requirements
relevant state/territory road and traffic authority and tramway operating procedures
relevant WHS/OHS and environmental protection procedures and guidelines
workplace procedures for responding to electric tramdriving emergencies and abnormal situations .