AUMASM3001
Maintain a safe automotive manufacturing work environment

This unit describes the application of the required skills and knowledge to maintain a safe automotive manufacturing work environment.No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.

Application

This unit applies to the automotive and related component manufacturing environment and involves application of skills and knowledge at a specialist level. These skills and knowledge are to be used within the scope of the person's job and authority.


Prerequisites

Not applicable.


Elements and Performance Criteria

ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1. Plan for maintaining a safe automotive work environment

1.1. Applicable legislative, OHS, and organisational requirements relevant to maintaining a safe automotive manufacturing work environment are verified and complied with throughout the work activity

1.2. Instructions and plans are read and interpreted to identify processes and materials to complete work tasks

1.3. Principal safety concerns in the work area are identified

1.4. Principal business processes and procedures in the work area, particularly those relating to maintaining a safe environment, are identified

2. Maintain the necessary conditions for a safe work environment

2.1. Information on maintaining a safe work environment is provided to the work team

2.2. Operational procedures are monitored

2.3. Continuous improvement initiatives are supported

3. Monitor and improve safety within the area of responsibility

3.1. Environmental improvement plans are integrated with other operational activities

3.2. Accident/incident records and statistics are maintained and analysed in accordance with organisational policy and procedures

3.3. Best practice initiatives improving the environmental performance by reducing environmental risk and waste are identified, implemented and monitored

3.4. Potential safety hazards are identified and reported in accordance with organisational procedures

3.5. Recommendations for improvement are made in accordance with organisational procedures

Required Skills

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

Required skills

speak clearly and directly

apply teamwork to a range of situations

solve problems particularly in teams paying attention to performance indicators to reflect changed circumstances

show initiative in adapting to changing work conditions or contexts particularly when working across a variety of work areas

access, interpret and apply information on relevant organisation policies, procedures and instructions

manage time when planning, preparing and organising work priorities

take responsibility for organising own work priorities.

Required knowledge

relevant Occupational Health and Safety and Environmental legislation, regulations, standards and codes of practice and organisation policies and procedures needed to carry out work in a manner which ensures the safety of people, equipment and the environment.

quality systems and performance measures

established communication channels and protocols

problem identification and resolution

procedures for the recording, reporting and maintenance of workplace records and information.

Evidence Required

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 this Training Package.

Overview of assessment

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

Evidence of the following is essential:

compliance with relevant legislation, regulations, standards, codes of practice and established safe practices and organisation policies and procedures for maintaining a safe work environment

working and communicating effectively and positively with others involved in the work

applying, within authority, the requirements of the job or work role in relation to:

use of signage and labelling in the workplace

feedback is provided to the work group on the effectiveness of the activity

achieving work quality goals

completing work area housekeeping requirements

modify activities to cater for variations in organisation context and environment.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

assessment of the competency should take place in a safe working environment in a passenger motor vehicle manufacturing plant or simulated environment using tools/equipment/machinery required for the production process without undue disruption to the production process

assessment is to occur under standard and authorised work practices, safety requirements and environmental constraints.

Method of assessment

A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:

assessment methods must confirm consistency and accuracy of performance (over time and in a range of organisation relevant contexts) together with application of underpinning knowledge

assessment methods must be by direct observation of tasks and include questioning on underpinning knowledge to ensure its correct interpretation and application

assessment may be applied under project related conditions (real or simulated) and require evidence of process

assessment must confirm a reasonable inference that competency is able not only to be satisfied under the particular circumstance, but is able to be transferred to other circumstances.


Range Statement

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. Add any essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts.

Legislative requirements are to be in accordance with:

Applicable legislation, regulations and codes of practice, including those related to:

anti-discrimination

award and enterprise agreements

confidentiality and privacy

duty of care

employee relations

environment protection

equal opportunity

industrial relations

relevant industry codes of practice.

OHS requirements may include:

Legislation and regulations, organisational safety policies and procedures and may include: the use of personal protective equipment and clothing, rescue services, fire fighting organisation and equipment, first aid equipment, hazard and risk control and elimination, systems covering the use of hazardous materials and substances and manual handling procedures including lifting and carrying.

Organisational requirements may include:

access and equity principles and practices

environmental management (waste disposal, recycling and re-use guidelines)

emergency and evacuation procedures

equipment use procedures

ethical standards

legal obligations

maintenance and storage procedures

OHS requirements

organisational and site guidelines

policies and procedures relating to own role and responsibility

procedural manuals

quality assurance guidelines

quality and continuous improvement processes and standards

recording and reporting guidelines.

Instructions may include:

workplace procedures relating to the use and operation of tools and equipment

production planning figures

workplace instructions, including job sheets, plans, specifications, drawings and designs

workplace procedures relating to reporting and communications

manufacturers' instructions for the use of equipment and materials.


Sectors

Unit sector

Health and Safety - Manufacture


Competency Field

Manufacturing - Common


Co-Requisites

Not applicable.


Employability Skills

This unit contains Employability Skills.


Licensing Information

Not applicable.