• TLIF607C - Apply accident-emergency procedures

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

TLIF607C Mapping and Delivery Guide
Apply accident-emergency procedures

Version 1.0
Issue Date: March 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency TLIF607C - Apply accident-emergency procedures
Description This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to apply accident emergency procedures, including responding to an incident, controlling and assisting at an accident or emergency site, finalising accident-emergency processes, and completing records, reports and other required documentation in accordance with regulatory requirements and workplace procedures.
Employability Skills The required outcomes described in this unit of competency contain applicable facets of Employability Skills. The Employability Skills Summary of the qualification in which this competency is packaged will assist in identifying employability skill requirements.
Learning Outcomes and Application Work must be carried out in accordance with OH&S codes/regulations and workplace requirements.Work is performed under limited supervision. It involves the application of regulatory requirements and workplace procedures when responding to accident/emergencies in the workplace.
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: Respond to the incident
  • Response to the incident or accident is in accordance with workplace emergency procedures and relevant regulatory requirements
  • Details of the cause(s) and effects of the incident are identified and reported
  • Assistance requirements for accidents and emergencies are clarified and reported immediately to the appropriate parties
  • Requests for assistance are made to relevant personnel and emergency services
       
Element: Control and assist at accident or emergency site
  • Site is controlled and protected until the arrival of authorised personnel
  • Assistance is provided to injured persons, within the limitations of duty of care and workplace procedures
  • Relevant authorities at the site are cooperated with and assisted within workplace policies
       
Element: Finalise accident - emergency process and complete records
  • Relevant information is exchanged in accordance with state/territory law and workplace procedures
  • Documentation and reports are completed and processed in accordance with workplace and relevant regulatory requirements
       


Evidence Required

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The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required knowledge and skills, the range statement and the assessment guidelines for this Training Package.

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

The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria of this unit and include demonstration of applying:

the underpinning knowledge and skills

relevant legislation and workplace procedures

other relevant aspects of the range statement

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Performance is demonstrated consistently over a period of time and in a suitable range of contexts

Resources for assessment include:

a range of relevant exercises, case studies and other simulated practical and knowledge assessment, and/or

access to an appropriate range of relevant operational situations in the workplace

In both real and simulated environments, access is required to:

relevant and appropriate materials and/or equipment, and/or

applicable documentation including workplace procedures, regulations, codes of practice and operation manuals

Method of assessment

Assessment of this unit must be undertaken by a registered training organisation

As a minimum, assessment of knowledge must be conducted through appropriate written/oral tests

Practical assessment must occur:

through appropriately simulated activities at the registered training organisation, and/or

in an appropriate range of situations in the workplace


Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

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REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

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

Required knowledge:

Relevant regulatory and code requirements applicable in accident/emergency situations

Relevant OH&S and environmental protection policies and procedures

Workplace procedures for accident-emergency response

Workplace emergency, fire and accident procedures

Site layout

Focus of operation of work systems, equipment or management, site and organisational operating and emergency procedures

Typical problems that can occur during a safety incident, accident or emergency and related action that can be taken

Required skills:

Communicate effectively with others when responding to an accident or an emergency

Read and interpret instructions, procedures and information relevant to a response to an accident or an emergency

Interpret and follow operational instructions and prioritise work

Negotiate and resolve issues when responding to an accident or an emergency

Complete documentation related to a response to an accident or an emergency

Operate electronic communication equipment to required protocol

Work collaboratively with others when responding to an accident or an emergency

Adapt appropriately to cultural differences in the workplace, including modes of behaviour and interactions with others

Promptly report and/or rectify any identified problems, faults or malfunctions in accordance with regulatory requirements and workplace procedures

Implement contingency plans for unplanned events that may occur when responding to an accident or an emergency

Analyse the working environment in order to identify hazards, assess safety risks and design and implement appropriate OH&S control procedures

Apply precautions and required action to minimise, control or eliminate hazards that may exist when responding to an accident or an emergency

Monitor work activities in terms of planned schedule

Modify activities depending on differing operational contingencies, risk situations and environments

Work systematically with required attention to detail without injury to self or others, or damage to goods or equipment

Select and appropriately apply technology, information systems and policies during a safety incident, accident or emergency

Operate and adapt to differences in equipment in accordance with standard operating procedures

Select and use required personal protective equipment conforming to industry and OH&S standards

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance.

Work may be conducted:

in a range of work environments

by day or night

Customers may be:

internal or external

Workplaces may comprise:

large, medium or small worksites

Work may be conducted in:

limited or restricted spaces

exposed conditions

controlled or open environments

even or uneven surfaces

wet or dry surfaces

Workplace hazards may include but are not restricted to:

moving heavy loads in an unsafe work environment

unsecured machinery, components or repaired equipment

slippery floors

welding equipment

sharp tools and implements

power tools

moving and rotating machinery

flammable liquids, vapours and fuel

faulty machinery equipment handling equipment and lifting gear

using equipment beyond safe working limits

poor housekeeping procedures

non-compliance with safe working procedures

electrical wiring and systems, including exposed electrical circuits

working at heights and in confined spaces

toxic gases and substances

chemicals and other harmful substances

damaged goods, pallets and containers

dangerous/hazardous goods

Consultative processes may involve:

OH&S specialists

trainers

other employees and supervisors

management

union representatives

manufacturers representatives

supplier representatives

customers/clients

other maintenance, professional or technical staff

Depending on the type of organisation concerned and the local terminology used, workplace plans/procedures may include:

company plans/procedures

enterprise plans/procedures

organisational plans/procedures

established plans/procedures

Information/documentation may include:

workplace accident-emergency procedures and policies

workplace OH&S management system including hazard/safety risk control strategies

OH&S training notes and materials

journals and work related literature concerning OH&S

competency standards

customer/client instructions

customer service standards and procedures

workplace products and services information

quality assurance standards and procedures

relevant agreements, codes of practice including the national standards for services and operations

manufacturers/suppliers' specifications, advice, recommended procedures, policies and instructions

workplace guidelines on appropriate workplace language and communication strategies and interpretation of relevant information

regulations and policies relating to minimising risks to the environment and ensuring compliance with OH&S requirements

emergency procedures

Applicable regulations and legislation may include:

relevant regulations, standards and codes of practice

hazardous substances and dangerous goods codes

relevant Australian and state/territory OH&S legislation including regulations and codes of practice relating to hazards present in the workplace or industry, including:

general duty of care under OH&S legislation and common law

requirements for the maintenance and confidentiality of records of occupational injury and disease

requirements for provision of OH&S information and training

provisions relating to health and safety representatives and/or OH&S committees

provisions relating to OH&S issue resolution

environmental protection regulations

relevant Australian standards and certification requirements including Australian Standard AS 1885.1

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Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Response to the incident or accident is in accordance with workplace emergency procedures and relevant regulatory requirements 
Details of the cause(s) and effects of the incident are identified and reported 
Assistance requirements for accidents and emergencies are clarified and reported immediately to the appropriate parties 
Requests for assistance are made to relevant personnel and emergency services 
Site is controlled and protected until the arrival of authorised personnel 
Assistance is provided to injured persons, within the limitations of duty of care and workplace procedures 
Relevant authorities at the site are cooperated with and assisted within workplace policies 
Relevant information is exchanged in accordance with state/territory law and workplace procedures 
Documentation and reports are completed and processed in accordance with workplace and relevant regulatory requirements 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

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