Application
This unit describes the skills required to apply appropriate safety procedures or plans related to the control or mitigation of radio frequency radiation, including microwaves,radar radio transmissions. This includes researching, consulting about and applying procedures that have been specifically developed for the organisation.
This unit was developed for Defence workers involved in application of radio frequency radiation procedures and also applies to individuals who work in this field.
The skills and knowledge described in this unit must be applied within the legislative, regulatory and policy environment in which they are carried out. Organisational policies and procedures must be consulted and adhered to.
Those undertaking this unit would work independently or as part of a team, under indirect supervision. They must be able to use discretion and judgement and take responsibility for the quality of their outputs. They would perform complex tasks in a range of familiar contexts.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to unit at the time of publication.
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENTS | PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
Elements describe the essential outcomes | Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the range of conditions section. |
1. Prepare for the application of workplace radio frequency radiation safety procedures/plans | 1.1 Identify source of radio frequency radiation. 1.2 Identify and access existing organisational records relevant to the radiation. 1.3 Conduct consultation with stakeholders. |
2. Implement radio frequency radiation safety procedures/plans | 2.1 Employ radio frequency radiation protective measures. 2.2 Display or publish relevant notices/signs. 2.3 Handle radio frequency radiation sources. |
3. Maintain workplace radio frequency radiation safety documentation | 3.1 Maintain workplace radio frequency radiation records. 3.2 Maintain equipment/instrument deployment and maintenance records/documentation. |
Evidence of Performance
Evidence required to demonstrate competence must satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria. If not otherwise specified the candidate must demonstrate evidence of performance of the following on at least one occasion.
accessing, reading, interpreting and applying information on radio frequency radiation
applying knowledge of relevant work health and safety legislative frameworks and Australian standards
identifying inspection tools and methods appropriate to the workplace
applying principles and practices of work health and safety and Australian standards
identifying intervention points for advice to assist in work and to guide problem solving
Evidence of Knowledge
Evidence required to demonstrate competence must satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria. If not otherwise specified the depth of knowledge demonstrated must be appropriate to the job context of the candidate.
WHS requirements for workplace supervisors
relevant Australian and international standards
relevant organisational policy and standards
Assessment Conditions
Competency should be assessed in an actual workplace or in a simulated environment, with access to equipment and infrastructure appropriate to the outcome. Competency should be demonstrated over time to ensure the candidate is assessed across a variety of situations.
Assessors must satisfy the NVR/AQTF mandatory competency requirements for assessors.
Foundation Skills
The foundation skills demands of this unit have been mapped for alignment with the Australian Core Skills Framework (ACSF). The following tables outline the performance levels indicated for successful attainment of the unit.
Further information on ACSF and the foundation skills underpinning this unit can be found in the Foundation Skills Guide on the GSA website.
Range Statement
Relevant organisational policy, procedures and guidelines include: | Australian or international standards equipment manufacturers’ specifications legislation risk assessments previous testing reports Standing Operating Procedures (SOPs) |
Competency Field
Work Health and Saftey