Elements and Performance Criteria

Element

Performance Criteria

1

Access information about OH&S and the workplace policies and procedures

1.1

Relevant provisions of occupational health and safety legislation and codes of practice are accurately followed

1.2

Information on workplace occupational health and safety policies, procedures and programs is stored in a readily accessible location and manner

1.3

Information is accurately and clearly explained to the work team

1.4

Information about the outcomes of risk identification and control procedures is provided to appropriate personnel

2

Implement and monitor procedures for identifying and assessing hazards

2.1

Existing and potential hazards in the work area are identified and reported

2.2

Identified hazards are assessed in relation to relative risk

2.3

Appropriate action is initiated to minimise and control the risks/hazards

3

Implement and monitor procedures for controlling risks

3.1

Existing risk control measures are implemented, monitored and reviewed

3.2

Work procedures to control risks are implemented and adherence to them by the work group is monitored

3.3

Required improvements to existing risk control measures are identified, including required resources for implementation, and reported to appropriate personnel

3.4

Procedures for monitoring and controlling risks provide for a hierarchy of control

4

Plan and supervise housekeeping arrangements

4.1

Housekeeping tasks are identified and incorporated in enterprise work roles

4.2

Housekeeping equipment is maintained

4.3

Team members are allocated housekeeping tasks and supervised

4.4

Housekeeping procedures and practices are planned to conform with environmental and occupational health and safety requirements

5

Implement and monitor procedures for dealing with hazardous events

5.1

Workplace procedures for dealing with hazardous events are implemented whenever necessary to ensure that prompt control action is taken

5.2

Hazardous events are investigated to identify causes

5.3

Control measures are implemented to prevent recurrence and minimise risks of hazardous events or issues and are referred to designated personnel for implementation

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

This describes the essential knowledge and skills and their level required for this unit.

Required knowledge:

Relevant OH&S procedures and guidelines

Risks when using manually-operated equipment to shift loads and related precautions to control the risk

Reporting procedures in regard to unsafe situations, fire hazards, broken or damaged equipment or fittings, sickness and accidents

Location and use of safety alarms, manifests, emergency shut-off systems, emergency communication systems

Signs and signals used for OH&S warnings

Terms used in material safety data sheets

HAZCHEM symbols and implications for safe work and storage

Procedures for the storage and use of hazardous substances

Procedures for the storage and use of flammable materials

Manual and mechanically assisted lifting and load shifting procedures

Transport requirements for goods within workplace

Emergency and evacuation procedures

Housekeeping standards and procedures required in the workplace

Site layout and obstacles

Required skills:

Communicate effectively with others when implementing and monitoring compliance with OH&S procedure and policies

Read and interpret instructions, procedures, information and signs relevant to the implementation and monitoring of compliance with OH&S procedure and policies

Identify containers and goods coding, ADG and IMDG markings and, where applicable, emergency information panels

Interpret and follow operational instructions and prioritise work

Complete documentation related to the implementation and monitoring of compliance with OH&S procedure and policies

Operate electronic communication equipment to required protocol

Estimate the size, shape and special requirements of loads

Work collaboratively with others when implementing and monitoring compliance with OH&S procedure and policies

Adapt appropriately to cultural differences in the workplace, including modes of behaviour and interactions with others

Promptly report and/or rectify any identified problems, faults or malfunctions that may arise when implementing and monitoring compliance with OH&S procedure and policies in accordance with regulatory requirements and workplace procedures

Implement contingency plans for unanticipated situations that may occur when implementing and monitoring compliance with OH&S procedure and policies

Ensure that precautions and required action are taken to minimise, control or eliminate hazards that may exist during work activities

Monitor work activities in terms of planned schedule

Modify activities depending on differing operational contingencies, risk situations and environments

Apply fatigue management knowledge and techniques

Work systematically with required attention to detail without injury to self or others, or damage to goods or equipment

Operate and adapt to differences in equipment in accordance with standard operating procedures

Select and use required personal protective equipment conforming to industry and OH&S standards

Monitor performance of equipment

Service equipment in terms of maintenance schedule and standard operating procedures

Check and replenish fluids and carry out lubrication processes in the course of work activities

The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required knowledge and skills, the range statement and the assessment guidelines for this Training Package.

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 and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria of this unit and include demonstration of applying:

the underpinning knowledge and skills

relevant legislation and workplace procedures

other relevant aspects of the range statement

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Performance is demonstrated consistently over a period of time and in a suitable range of contexts

Resources for assessment include:

a range of relevant exercises, case studies and other simulated practical and knowledge assessment, and/or

access to an appropriate range of relevant operational situations in the workplace

In both real and simulated environments, access is required to:

relevant and appropriate materials and/or equipment, and/or

applicable documentation including workplace procedures, regulations, codes of practice and operation manuals

Method of assessment

Assessment of this unit must be undertaken by a registered training organisation

As a minimum, assessment of knowledge must be conducted through appropriate written/oral tests

Practical assessment must occur:

through appropriately simulated activities at the registered training organisation, and/or

in an appropriate range of situations in the workplace

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance.

The implementation and monitoring of OH&S within work operations may be conducted:

in a range of work environments

by day or night

Customers may be:

internal or external

Workplaces may comprise:

large, medium or small worksites

Work may be conducted in:

restricted spaces

exposed conditions

controlled or open environments

Workplace hazards may include:

chemicals and other harmful substances

movements of equipment, goods, vehicles

toxic substances

damaged packing material and containers

broken and damaged equipment

inflammable materials and fire hazards

lifting practices

waste management and disposal

extremes in weather conditions

lighting levels

floor surfaces

water hazards

traffic flows, vehicle and equipment operation

dangerous storage areas

violent incidents such as armed robberies

Responsibilities in the implementation/monitoring of OH&S may include:

provision of OH&S information to staff

consultation and participation in meetings on OH&S matters

emergency procedures and response

housekeeping

identifying and minimising workplace hazards

assessing and controlling OH&S risks

OH&S training and assessment

use of personal protective equipment

keeping of OH&S records

reporting of OH&S issues and incidents

resolution of OH&S issues

checking work area and/or equipment before and during work

participation in OH&S audits and workplace inspections

Controlling OH&S risks may include

measures to remove the cause of a risk at its source

consultation with workers and their representatives

application of the hierarchy of control, namely:

elimination of the risk

engineering controls

administrative controls

personal protective equipment

Procedures for dealing with hazardous events may include:

evacuation

chemical containment

first aid

accident/safety incident reporting and investigation.

OH&S training may include:

induction training

specific hazard training

specific task or equipment training

emergency and evacuation training

training as part of broader programs, for example equipment operation

OH&S records may include:

OH&S audits and inspection reports

health surveillance and workplace environmental monitoring records

records of instruction and training

manufacturers and suppliers information, including material safety data sheets and dangerous goods storage lists

hazardous substances registers

maintenance and testing reports

workers compensation and rehabilitation records

first aid/medical post records.

Personnel in the work area may include:

workplace personnel and management

site visitors

OH&S specialists

union representatives

contractors

official OH&S representatives

Personal protective equipment may include:

gloves

safety headwear and footwear

safety glasses

two-way radios

high visibility clothing

Participative arrangements may include:

formal and informal meetings which deal with OH&S issues

workplace OH&S committees

other committees, for example, consultative, planning and purchasing

OH&S representatives

suggestions, requests, reports and concerns put forward by staff

Designated personnel may include:

workplace personnel

supervisors

team leaders

management

occupational health and safety personnel

other persons authorised or nominated by the organisation

Depending on the type of organisation concerned and the local terminology used, workplace procedures may include:

company procedures

enterprise procedures

organisational procedures

established procedures

Information/documents may include:

OH&S regulations, responsibilities and obligations

workplace OH&S procedures and policies

codes of practice including the National Standards for Manual Handling and the Industry Safety Code

material safety data sheets

policies and procedures for entry and work in confined spaces

manufacturers instructions concerning the use and servicing of equipment

supplier and/or client instructions

emergency procedures

regulations and policies concerning noise, smoking, work station ergonomics and other critical OH&S issues

goods identification numbers and codes

manifests, bar codes, goods and container identification

relevant legislation, regulations and related documentation

award, enterprise bargaining agreement, other industrial arrangements

standards and certification requirements

quality assurance procedures

Applicable regulations and legislation may include:

relevant state/territory OH&S legislation and safety codes, including manual handling, noise, confined spaces, smoking, workplace ergonomics, etc.

general duty of care under OH&S legislation

workplace relations regulations

workers compensation regulations

dangerous goods regulations