This unit applies to individuals with supervisory responsibilities for managing OHS in the workplace who contribute to the implementation of OHS risk controls in the workplace.

ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1. Develop option/s for risk control

1.1. Review hazard register, outcomes of incident investigations and risk assessments to identify hazards requiring control action

1.2. Apply knowledge of OHS legislation and standards to develop a range of options to control specific risks in the workplace

1.3. Apply the principles of the hierarchy of control when developing risk control options

1.4. Seek input from stakeholders and key personnel

1.5. Seek advice from OHS specialists and technical advisors where required

2. Select appropriate option/s to control risks

2.1. Review outcomes of risk assessments to inform the process of selecting option/s to control risks

2.2. Prioritise appropriate interventions when selecting risk controls

2.3. Identify potential factors that may limit effectiveness of controls

2.4. Consult with and involve workplace stakeholders in selecting appropriate control options

2.5. Communicate recommendations for risk control to stakeholders

3. Contribute to implementation of controls

3.1. Seek appropriate authority and relevant resources to implement controls

3.2. Identify and document actions required to achieve change

3.3. Consult with and involve workplace stakeholders in implementation of change

3.4. Provide advice on the fitting, use, maintenance and storage of personal protective equipment (PPE)

4. Contribute to monitoring and evaluation of effectiveness of controls

4.1. Monitor and evaluate the extent of change as a consequence of new controls, in consultation with stakeholders

4.2. Monitor and document compliance with new procedures

4.3. Access workplace sources of information and data to evaluate effectiveness of risk controls and to check for new hazards introduced as a result of controls

4.4. Identify areas for further improvement in consultation with stakeholders and action as appropriate

4.5. Develop and document an improvement plan

Required skills

consultation and negotiation skills to develop risk management plans and implement risk controls effectively

culturally appropriate communication skills to relate to people from diverse backgrounds and people with diverse abilities across all levels of an organisation

evaluation skills to analyse the effectiveness of own performance in implementing strategies chosen to control OHS risks

information management skills to evaluate OHS data

interpersonal skills to establish rapport and build networks with a range of internal and external stakeholders

literacy skills to prepare reports for a range of target groups

organisational and time management skills to sequence tasks and meet timelines

research and data analysis skills to assess resources required to systematically manage OHS and to analyse relevant workplace information and data

research and data analysis skills to evaluate interactions between employees, their activities, equipment, environment and work systems

technology skills to access internal and external OHS data.

Required knowledge

appropriate data collection methods for OHS purposes

characteristics, mode of action and measurement of major hazard types

concepts of risks, factors that affect risk and difference between a hazard and a risk

internal and external sources for OHS information and data

legislative requirements for:

consultation and communication

information and data collection

notification of incidents

record keeping

reporting of incidents

specific hazards

organisational culture as it impacts on the workgroup

organisational policies and procedures for managing OHS

organisational work processes and structure

principles and practices of systematic approaches to managing OHS

principles of incident causation and injury processes

principles of the hierarchy of control

principles, tools and techniques to identify and control workplace hazards and manage risks in the OHS context

relevant state/territory and commonwealth OHS legislation, codes of practice and standards

requirements for individual fitting, use, maintenance and storage of a range of PPE items

roles and responsibilities of personnel as specified in relevant OHS legislation

sources of OHS data

standard industry controls for a range of hazards.

The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.

Overview of assessment

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

Evidence of the following is essential:

contribution to the development and implementation of risk control options to control risks associated with hazards in the workplace or simulated environment

contribution to the monitoring and evaluation of the effectiveness of risk controls implemented and the making of appropriate adjustments where necessary

knowledge of the principles of the hierarchy of control.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment must ensure:

access to office equipment and resources

access to relevant legislation, standards and guidelines

access to workplace documentation.

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:

analysis of responses to case studies and scenarios

demonstration of techniques used to select, implement, monitor and evaluate risk controls

direct questioning combined with review of portfolios of evidence and third party reports of on-the-job performance by the candidate

observation of the application of risk control techniques

oral or written questioning to assess knowledge of the principles, tools and techniques to identify and control workplace hazards and manage risks in the OHS context

review of communication to stakeholders of recommendations for risk control

review of documented compliance with new procedures

evaluation of improvement plan.

Guidance information for assessment

Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example:

BSBOHS403B Identify hazards and assess OHS risks.

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. 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) may also be included.

Hazard register may include:

a list of hazards

location of hazards

range of possible scenarios or circumstances under which hazards may cause injury or damage

results of the risk analysis related to the hazards

Hazards may include:

sources of potential harm in terms of human injury, ill health, damage to property, damage to the environment, or a combination of these, including:

biological

chemical

environment

mechanical and/or electrical

physical

psychosocial

radiological

nuclear

Risks may include:

the chance of something occurring that will result in injury or damage measured in terms of consequences (injury or damage) and likelihood of the consequence

Principles of the hierarchy of control may include:

eliminating hazards

and where this is not practicable, minimising risk by:

substitution

isolating hazard from personnel

using engineering controls

using administrative controls (such as procedures, training)

using PPE

Stakeholders may include:

community

employees

health and safety, and other employee representatives

managers

OHS committees

supervisors

Key personnel may include:

managers from other areas

people involved in OHS decision making or who are impacted by decisions

OHS specialists may include:

ergonomists

health professionals

injury management advisors

occupational hygienists

Technical advisors may include:

engineers (design, acoustic, safety, mechanical, civil)

legal practitioners

maintenance and tradespeople

workplace trainers and assessors

Factors that may limit effectiveness of controls may include:

cultural diversity

language

literacy and numeracy

shift work and rostering arrangements

training required

workplace culture related to OHS, including commitment by managers and supervisors, and compliance with procedures and training

workplace organisational structures (for example geographic, hierarchical)

Actions required to achieve change may include:

development of new procedures or revision of existing procedures

purchase of equipment or modification of equipment

training

Personal protective equipment may include:

equipment designed to be worn by a person to provide protection from hazards such as:

clothing and footwear

face and eye protection

hand protection

head protection

hearing protection

respiratory protection

Workplace sources of information and data may include:

audits

Australian Standards

hazard and incident reports

incident investigations

manufacturers' manuals and specifications

material safety data sheets (MSDSs) and registers

minutes of meetings

OHS legislation

reports

workplace inspections

Unit sector

Regulation, Licensing and Risk - Occupational Health and Safety

This unit contains employability skills.