ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1. Provide information to the work group

1.1. Access, interpret and apply compliance documentation relevant to applying the site risk management system

1.2. Accurately explain relevant compliance documentation to the work group

1.3. Provide information on the organisation's risk management policies, procedures and programs to the work group in an accessible manner

1.4. Regularly provide and clearly explain information about identified hazards and the outcomes of risk assessment and control to the work group

2. Apply and monitor participative arrangements

2.1. Explain the importance of effective consultative mechanisms in managing risk to the work group

2.2. Conduct and monitor consultative procedures to facilitate participation of work groups in managing work area hazards

2.3. Promptly deal with issues raised through consultation in accordance with organisational consultation procedures

2.4. Record and promptly communicate the outcomes of consultation over risk management issues to the work group

3. Apply and monitor the procedures for providing training

3.1. Systematically identify risk management training needs in line with organisational requirements

3.2. Make arrangements, in consultation with relevant individuals, to meet risk management training needs of team members.

3.3. Provide workplace learning opportunities and coaching and mentoring assistance to facilitate team and individual achievement of identified training needs

3.4. Identify and report costs associated with provision of training for work team for inclusion in financial planning

4. Apply and monitor procedures for identifying hazards and assessing risks

4.1. Identify and report hazards and risks in the work area in accordance with risk management and related policies and procedures

4.2. Action team members hazard reports promptly in accordance with organisational procedures

5. Apply and monitor the procedures for controlling risks

5.1. Apply procedures for controlling risk using the hierarchy of controls and organisational requirements

5.2. Identify and report inadequacies in existing risk control measures in accordance with hierarchy of controls

5.3. Monitor outcomes of reported inadequacies where appropriate to ensure a prompt organisational response

6. Apply and monitor the procedures for maintaining records

6.1. Ensure accurate completion and maintenance of risk management records of incidents in the work area in accordance with organisational requirements

6.2. Use aggregate information and data from work area records to identify hazards and monitor risk control procedures in work area

Required skills

Specific skills are required to achieve the performance criteria in this unit, particularly for the application in the various circumstances in which this unit may be applied. This includes the ability to carry out the following as required to apply site risk management systems:

apply analyse skills to identify hazards and assess risks in the work area

apply data analysis skills including:

incident monitoring

environmental monitoring

evaluation of effectiveness of risk control measures

apply assessment skills to assess resources required to apply risk control measures

apply literacy skills for comprehending documentation and interpreting risk management requirements

apply coaching and mentoring skills to provide support to colleagues

demonstrate the ability to relate to people from a range of social, cultural and ethnic backgrounds and physical and mental abilities

Required knowledge

Specific knowledge is required to achieve the Performance Criteria of this unit, particularly its application in a variety of circumstances in which the unit may be used. This includes knowledge of the following, as required to apply site risk management systems:

relevant legislation from all levels of government that effect business operations

legal responsibilities of employers, supervisors and employees in the workplace

site policies and procedures relating to hazard management, fire emergency, evacuation, incident and accident investigation and reporting

relevance of consultation as a key mechanism for improving workplace risk management

principles and practices of risk management

characteristics and composition of the workgroup

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

The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit must be relevant to worksite operations and satisfy all of the requirements of the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge and the range statement of this unit and include evidence of the following:

knowledge of the requirements, procedures and instructions to apply the site risk management system

implementation of appropriate procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient application of the site risk management system

working with others to plan, prepare and apply the site risk management system

provision of clear and timely instruction and supervision by the individual of those involved in applying the site risk management system

evidence of the consistent successful application of the site risk management system

Context of and specific resources for assessment

This unit must be assessed in the context of the work environment. Where personal safety or environmental damage are limiting factors, assessment may occur in a simulated environment provided it is realistic and sufficiently rigorous to cover all aspects of workplace performance, including task skills, task management skills, contingency management skills and job role environment skills.

Evidence for assessment is best gathered using the outcomes of products and processes in the workplace

The assessment environment should not disadvantage the participant. For example, language, literacy and numeracy demands of assessment should not be greater than those required on the job

Customisation of assessment and delivery environment to sensitively accommodate cultural diversity.

Aboriginal people and other people from a non English speaking background may have second language issues.

Assessment of this competency requires typical resources normally used in a resources and infrastructure sector environment. Selection and use of resources for particular worksites may differ due to the site circumstances

Where applicable, physical resources should include equipment modified for people with disabilities

Access must be provided to appropriate learning and/or assessment support when required

Method of assessment

This unit may be assessed in a holistic way with other units of competency. The assessment strategy for this unit must verify required knowledge and skill and practical application using more than one of the following assessment methods:

written and/or oral assessment of the candidate's required knowledge

observed, documented and/or first hand testimonial evidence of the candidate's:

implementation of appropriate procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient achievement of the required outcomes

consistently achieving the required outcomes

first hand testimonial evidence of the candidate's:

working with others to plan, prepare and apply the site risk management system

provision of clear and timely instruction and supervision by the individual of those involved in the applying of the site risk management system

Guidance information for assessment

Consult the SkillsDMC User Guide for further information on assessment including access and equity issues.

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.

Compliance documentation

may include:

legislative, organisation and site requirements and procedures

manufacturer's guidelines and specifications

Australian standards

code of practice

Employment and workplace relations legislation

Equal Employment Opportunity and Disability Discrimination legislation

Organisation's risk management policies, procedures and programs may include:

risk management policy

site procedures and work instructions for hazard identification

site procedures and work instructions for risk assessment, selection and implementing of risk control measures

site incident (accident) investigation requirements

site risk audits and investigations requirements

site consultative arrangements for employees in work area

site hazard report procedures

site operating procedures and instructions

site emergency and evacuation procedures

site purchasing policies and procedures

site plant and equipment maintenance and use instructions

site hazardous substances use and storage procedures and work instructions

site dangerous goods transport and storage procedures and work instructions

site OHS arrangements for on site contractors, visitors and members of the public

site First Aid provisions/medical practitioner contacts and attention instructions

site access procedures and instructions

Risk management is:

the culture, processes and structure that are directed towards the effective management of potential opportunities and adverse risk

Risk management may be applied to:

statutory compliance

OHS

environment

quality

property security

business risks, such as:

credit management

capital expenditure

sales and marketing

finance and accounting

Risk management processes are:

the systematic application of management policies, procedures and practices to the task of establishing the context, identifying, analysing, evaluating, treating, monitoring and communicating risk

Hazard is:

a source of potential harm or a situation with a potential to cause loss

Hazards identification may occur through activities such as:

workplace inspections in area of responsibility

consulting work team members

housekeeping

risk audits and review of audit reports

daily informal employee consultation and regular formal employee meetings

checking equipment before and during work

review of health, safety, environmental, quality and other risk related records

Risk assessment is:

the overall process of risk analysis and risk evaluation

The policy is:

the statement of overall intent and direction of the organisation in respect of the specific area of managerial responsibility

Consultation would typically include:

regulatory authorities

tenderers

project managers

contractors

employees

community

customers

suppliers

Organisational consultation procedures may include:

formal and informal meetings

health and safety committees

other committees, such as, planning and purchasing

involvement of employees in management and planning meetings

early response to employee suggestions, requests, reports and concerns put forward to management

counselling/disciplinary processes

Risk control is:

the selection and implementation of appropriate options for dealing with risk

Procedures for controlling risk may include:

removing the cause of the risk at its source (eliminating the hazard)

selecting control measures in accordance with the hierarchy (i.e. work through the hierarchy from most effective to least effective)

job/process/workplace re-design

consultation with employees and their representatives

Monitoring is:

checking, supervising, observing critically, or recording the progress of an activity, action or system on a regular basis in order to identify change

Risk management records may include:

audit and inspection reports

hazard registers

risk analysis records

risk treatment reports

minutes of meetings (risk management, occupational health and safety, environmental etc)

induction, instruction, training and assessment

manufacturer's and supplier's information

dangerous goods and hazardous substances registers

plant and equipment maintenance and testing reports

workers compensation and rehabilitation records

First Aid/medical records

major incident and emergency response instructions

emergency contact lists

financial records

contract documents