The unit has applications across industries. When delivered or assessed as part of a qualification, the unit will be customised to ensure its relevance to real or simulated work activities. The workplace environment may include a school classroom or workshop equipped with the appropriate workplace equipment, registered training organisation premises, or an enterprise environment where there is a high level of supervision.

ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Follow workplace OHS procedures.

1. Relevant OHS, hazard control procedures and safe work practices are identified, interpreted and applied to work.

2. Workplace procedures for identifying and reporting hazards are identified and adhered to in a prompt and efficient manner.

3. Relevant work activities are undertaken in a safe manner according to OHS guidelines, and enterprise policies and procedures.

4. Work area is assessed regularly and procedures to report, remove or minimise potential hazards are followed.

5. Personal protective clothing and equipment are used according to established safety and workplace procedures.

Maintain personal wellbeing in the workplace.

6. Risks to personal wellbeing which may affect safe performance in the workplace are identified and strategies to prevent them are put into place.

7. Procedures for maintaining a tidy and clean personal work area are identified and followed.

Be aware of and report on safety of self and others.

8. Situations that may endanger self or other workers are identified and corrected or reported.

9. Incidents and injuries to self or others on the job are dealt with in a timely manner and reported to appropriate persons.

10. Participative arrangements to foster safe working practices are contributed to, as appropriate.

Deal with emergency situations.

11. Emergency situations are recognised and required action is taken within scope of individual responsibility.

12. Emergency procedures are followed according to organisational procedures.

13. Assistance from colleagues and other authorities is sought where appropriate.

Required skills

Required skills:

recognise limitations and ask for help

report workplace hazards and OHS incidents and related action

solve or report problems identified when dealing with safety hazards and applying appropriate hazard control procedures

use basic interpersonal and communication skills, such as listening, questioning and receiving feedback

use literacy skills in the workplace

use required personal protective equipment, clothing and other equipment when following OHS procedures.

Required knowledge:

appropriate hygiene and safety standards

personal protective clothing and equipment relevant to job and job context

procedures related to OHS to be followed in work area

workplace equipment, materials and housekeeping equipment, and processes and precautions for their use

workplace hazards and ways to minimise or remove them.

Required knowledge

The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria, Required Skills and Knowledge, the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.

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

Assessment must confirm appropriate knowledge and skills demonstrated over a period of time, in a range of contexts and to a consistent standard. Evidence must demonstrate the individual's ability and understanding to:

communicate effectively with others as required when following safety procedures

follow workplace procedures for hazard identification and risk control

recognise and adapt appropriately to cultural differences in the workplace

report and rectify workplace problems according to workplace procedures

complete work activities with required attention to detail and without damage to goods, equipment or personnel

use relevant personal protective clothing and equipment.

Context of and specific resources required for assessment

Assessment can be carried out by a using a range of simulated or actual workplace activities that demonstrate the skills and knowledge to adapt to workplace requirements. This unit of competency should be part of a holistic assessment involving other units which make up the job function. A variety of assessment methods is recommended and may include:

written or oral questions

observation of work activities, which can be in a workplace or simulated workplace

evaluation of products or output created through work

logbook of work activities undertaken over a period of time

third-party report, for example from a supervisor.

Where a simulated environment is used for assessment it must be reflective of a workplace environment.

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, if used in the Performance Criteria, is detailed below. Add any essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment depending on the work situation, needs if the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts.

Hazard control procedures may include:

emergency, fire and accident procedures

hazard identification and removal or, if not possible, hazard control

OHS regulations

safe use of chemicals and toxic substances

relevant manufacturer guidelines relating to the operation and use of equipment

safe use of mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic and electrical equipment

use of personal protective clothing and equipment.

Safe work practices may include:

correct posture

maintaining good hygiene and health

correct manual-handling procedures

safe lifting and bending

using appropriate personal protective equipment.

Potential hazards may include:

being careless when using cutting equipment or dealing with heat or hot surfaces

chemicals and other harmful substances, including fumes and dust

confined spaces

damaged equipment

damaged packing material and containers

dangerous floor surfaces

dangerous storage areas

electrical equipment

electricity and water

extremes in weather conditions

gases and liquids under pressure

hot substances and equipment, such as stoves, ovens, etc.

inappropriate lifting or bending practices

inflammable materials and fire hazards

materials handling

movement of equipment, goods and vehicles

moving machinery

noise

sharp instruments, knives or equipment

toxic substances

unsuitable lighting levels

untidy work conditions, including poor hygiene practices and unnecessary obstacles and equipment in work areas

waste management and disposal

water hazards

working at heights.

Personal protective clothing and equipment may include:

aprons

gloves

hair covering

high-visibility clothing

masks

safety glasses

safety headwear and footwear

two-way radios

uniform.

Risks to personal wellbeing are actions by an individual which affect their ability to work safely and may include:

lack of exercise

lack of sleep

not using appropriate methods when lifting or moving heavy objects

not wearing proper personal protective equipment

poor diet

smoking

alcohol and drug use

stress.

Appropriate persons may include:

management

OHS personnel

other persons authorised or nominated by the organisation

supervisors

team leaders

workplace personnel.

Participative arrangements may include:

information sessions

regular communications with team leaders

suggestion schemes

workplace meetings.

Emergency situations may include:

accidents, including those that do not result in injury

fire

flooding

health conditions, such as fainting, asthma attacks and allergic reactions

injuries, such as cuts, scalds and burns

overheating equipment

power failures or shorts

robbery

spills and leakages of harmful gas and liquids

structural failures and breakages.

Unit Sector

No sector assigned

This unit contains employability skills.