Application
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to identify and respond to emergency situations requiring the use of self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA).
This unit applies to those working at aquatic facilities where chlorine gas is used. The Australian and New Zealand Safety Standard 2927 requires a SCBA to be kept at any public swimming pool or public place where chlorine is stored or used.
With regard to other states and territories, no licensing, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this 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. |
1. Identify and evaluate emergency situations. | 1.1 Identify emergencies requiring the use of self-contained breathing apparatus. 1.2 Communicate initial assessment of emergency to appropriate personnel and determine an appropriate response. |
2. Use self-contained breathing apparatus. | 2.1 Check self-contained breathing apparatus unit is operational. 2.2 Fit and operate self-contained breathing apparatus unit according to manufacturer instructions. 2.3 Connect chlorine gas regulator to cylinder or drum installation. 2.4 Perform leak detection test on chlorine gas regulator. 2.5 Record and report details of routine maintenance. 2.6 Isolate chlorine gas equipment in an emergency situation and notify emergency personnel in line with organisational requirements. |
3. Check and maintain self-contained breathing apparatus. | 3.1 Check self-contained breathing apparatus unit, report faults and take corrective action when required. 3.2 Clear and store the self-contained breathing apparatus unit after use if no maintenance action required. 3.3 Remove, replace or repair faulty equipment and defective parts according to manufacturer instructions and scope of responsibility. |
4. Complete post-emergency responsibilities. | 4.1 Record and report details of emergency incident according to organisational procedures. 4.2 Evaluate emergency procedures and recommend any changes required to improve response. |
Evidence of Performance
Evidence of the ability to complete tasks outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit in the context of the job role, and:
identify, evaluate and respond to chlorine gas system operations and emergencies requiring the use of self-contained breathing apparatus according to legislative and organisational requirements on at least two occasions.
Evidence of Knowledge
Demonstrated knowledge required to complete the tasks outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit:
legislation and organisational policies and procedures:
work health and safety/occupational health and safety
codes of practice
use and care of equipment
communication protocols
safety, rescue and emergency procedures
incident reporting
appropriate responses to potential risk
safe use, care and routine maintenance of chlorine gas equipment
properties of chlorine gas
atmospheric conditions and how they can affect chlorine gas cylinders
responses to emergency situations involving the release of chlorine gas
how to use a self-contained breathing apparatus.
Assessment Conditions
Skills must be demonstrated in:
a workplace or simulated aquatic facility where chlorine gas is used.
Assessment must ensure use of:
chlorine gas system
a self-contained breathing apparatus
organisational policies and procedures for risk management
incident and maintenance reporting documentation.
Assessment must ensure access to:
first aid facilities and equipment.
Assessment activities that allow the individual to:
respond to emergency situations in industry required timeframes.
Assessors must satisfy the Standards for Registered Training Organisations’ requirements for assessors.
Foundation Skills
Foundation skills essential to performance in this unit, but not explicit in the performance criteria are listed here, along with a brief context statement. | |
SKILLS | DESCRIPTION |
Reading skills to: | interpret technical documents such as manufacturer instructions for the use, care and maintenance of self-contained breathing apparatus units. |
Numeracy skills to: | determine air supply limits of self-contained breathing apparatus units. |
Sectors
Community Recreation
Competency Field
Aquatics