This unit covers basic OHS necessary to function safely in the workplace.

ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1. Follow enterprise procedures for hazard identification and risk control

1.1. Hazards in the work area are recognised and reported to designated personnel according to enterprise procedures

1.2. Enterprise procedures and work instructions for assessing and controlling risks for own area of responsibility are followed accurately while under direct supervision

1.3. Enterprise procedures for dealing with accidents, fire and emergencies are followed whenever necessary within scope of responsibilities and competencies

2. Follow enterprise procedures for the control of environmental discharges/emissions

2.1. Abnormal or unacceptable emission levels are recognised and reported according to enterprise procedures

2.2. Waste removal from work area complies with enterprise procedures and environmental regulations

2.3. Containment procedures are applied according to standard operating procedures where required

2.4. Correct safety procedures are followed and personal protective equipment used correctly

3. Contribute to participative arrangements for the management of OHS

3.1. OHS issues are raised with designated personnel according to enterprise procedures and relevant OHS legislation

3.2. Contributions to OHS management in the workplace are made within organisational procedures and scope of responsibilities and competencies

Required skills

OHS in relation to operating machinery such as safely switching off machinery before cleaning is started

communication of ideas and information by reporting unacceptable emission levels

collecting, analysing and organising information by accessing OHS manuals, MSDSs and applying their content to the workplace

planning and organising activities by applying containment procedures according to workplace requirements

teamwork when raising OHS issues with designated staff

mathematical ideas and techniques by monitoring emission levels

problem-solving skills by following enterprise procedures to deal with accidents, fire and emergencies

use of technology by using basic fire equipment as required by enterprise procedures

Required knowledge

significant hazards in the workplace

major hazards in this workplace.

safety devices that are on this machine and what are their functions

location and use of safety equipment and personnel

location of fire extinguishers and fire exits

first aid officer in your section

location of the first aid kit

enterprise procedures for dealing with fire and accidents

responding in case of fire or accident

report any dangerous situation

symbols used on OHS signs

meaning of these symbols (eg hazardous chemicals, goggles, footwear, fire equipment)

safety data sheets

location of safety data sheets kept and information they contain

location of information about safe levels for discharges or emissions

information sources

manuals, safety and other documentation that are relevant to this task and where are they kept and information that is included in these documents

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 ability to:

operating safely in the workplace

a record of at least one month of following safe working practices

evidence for assessment may be gathered from assessment of the unit of competency alone or through an integrated assessment activity.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment must ensure:

assessment may take place on the job, off the job or a combination of these

off the job assessment must be undertaken in a closely simulated workplace environment.

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:

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

Guidance information for assessment

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

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.

Enterprise procedures may include:

hazard policies and procedures

emergency, fire and accident procedures

procedures for the use of personal protective clothing and equipment

hazard identification and issue resolution procedures

job procedures and work instructions.

Scope may include:

application of relevant OHS legislation and codes of practice including duties and responsibilities of all parties under general duty of care legislation.

Emissions/discharges may include:

noise

light

gas

smoke

odour

vapour

liquids/solids

particulates

fumes.

Unit sector

Support

This unit contains employability skills.