Application
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to maintain basic work health and safety (WHS) standards in the workplace.
It applies to individuals who perform a range of mainly routine tasks in various sectors of the printing and graphic arts industry, using limited practical skills and fundamental knowledge in a defined context. They generally work under direct supervision.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENT | PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
Elements describe the essential outcomes. | Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. |
1. Follow enterprise procedures for hazard identification and risk control | 1.1 Hazards in 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 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 properly |
3. Contribute to participative arrangements for management of WHS | 3.1 WHS issues are raised with designated personnel according to enterprise procedures and relevant WHS legislation 3.2 Contributions to WHS management in the workplace are made within organisational procedures and scope of responsibilities and competencies |
Evidence of Performance
Evidence of the ability to:
recognise and report hazards according to enterprise procedures
follow workplace safety directions/procedures for dealing with hazards and risks
use personal protective equipment properly
raise work health and safety (WHS) issues
contribute to participative arrangements for WHS management in the workplace.
produce a record, maintained over at least one month, that demonstrates that the individual has followed safe working practices.
Note: If a specific volume or frequency is not stated, then evidence must be provided at least once.
Evidence of Knowledge
To complete the unit requirements safely and effectively, the individual must:
Significant hazards in the workplace
identify the major hazards in this workplace
outline safety devices on this machine and their functions
Location and use of safety equipment and personnel
describe the location of fire extinguishers and fire exits
identify the location of the first aid kit and the first aid officer in own section
Enterprise procedures for dealing with fire and accidents
explain the procedure for responding to a fire or accident
identify the relevant person to report any dangerous situation to
Symbols used on WHS signs
describe the following symbols and what they mean in the workplace:
hazardous chemicals
goggles
footwear
fire equipment
Safety data sheets
describe where safety data sheets are kept and the information they contain
explain where information about safe levels for discharges or emissions can be found
Information sources
describe the location of machine manuals, safety and other documentation relevant to this task and outline the information included in them.
Assessment Conditions
Gather evidence to demonstrate consistent performance in conditions that are safe and replicate the workplace. Noise levels, production flow, interruptions and time variances must be typical of those experienced in the Support field of work and include access to special purpose tools, equipment and materials.
Assessors must satisfy NVR/AQTF assessor requirements.
Foundation Skills
This section describes language, literacy, numeracy and employment skills incorporated in the performance criteria that are required for competent performance.
Skill | Performance Criteria | Description |
Reading | 1.1,1.2, 2.1-2.4, 3.1, 3.2 | Recognises text within job specifications and follows written instructions |
Writing | 1.1, 2.1, 3.1 | Records and reports numerical and key information related to outcomes of the job |
Oral Communication | 1.1, 2.1, 3.1 | Uses appropriate vocabulary, including technical language relevant to role and context |
Navigate the world of work | 1.1-1.3, 2.1, 2.2, 2.4, 3.1, 3.2 | Takes personal responsibility for following organisational and legislative requirements associated with own role |
Interact with others | 1.1, 2.1, 3.1 | Uses appropriate communication protocols and conventions to report issues |
Get the work done | 2.1, 2.3 | Plans routine tasks with familiar goals and outcomes, taking some limited responsibility for decisions regarding sequencing and timing Begins to identify and implement standard solutions for an increasing number of routine problems |
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