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Evidence Guide: BSBOHS505B - Manage hazards in the work environment

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BSBOHS505B - Manage hazards in the work environment

What evidence can you provide to prove your understanding of each of the following citeria?

Access sources of information and data about the work environment to identify hazardous tasks or conditions

  1. Access external sources of information and data to assist in identifying hazardous tasks or conditions for the selected hazard
  2. Review workplace sources of information and data to assist in identification of hazardous tasks or conditions for the selected hazard
  3. Use appropriate tools to identify hazardous tasks or conditions for the selected hazard
  4. Use appropriate tools to conduct workplace inspections in consultation with stakeholders
  5. Seek input from stakeholders, key personnel and OHS specialists if required
Access external sources of information and data to assist in identifying hazardous tasks or conditions for the selected hazard

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Review workplace sources of information and data to assist in identification of hazardous tasks or conditions for the selected hazard

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Use appropriate tools to identify hazardous tasks or conditions for the selected hazard

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Use appropriate tools to conduct workplace inspections in consultation with stakeholders

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Seek input from stakeholders, key personnel and OHS specialists if required

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Analyse the work environment to assess risk

  1. Identify and appropriately use equipment and strategies required for basic workplace measurement and monitoring of the selected hazard
  2. Interpret results of workplace measurements in accordance with recognised standards
  3. Seek input from stakeholders to clarify and confirm issues related to the selected hazard
  4. Report results of workplace measurements and interpretations to stakeholders in a format easily understandable by the target group
  5. Assess risks associated with identified hazards in the work environment in consultation with stakeholders and take into account effectiveness of existing controls
  6. Identify and prioritise hazardous tasks or conditions requiring control action in consultation with stakeholders, taking account of recognised standards
  7. Establish and update risk register as appropriate
Identify and appropriately use equipment and strategies required for basic workplace measurement and monitoring of the selected hazard

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Interpret results of workplace measurements in accordance with recognised standards

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Seek input from stakeholders to clarify and confirm issues related to the selected hazard

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Report results of workplace measurements and interpretations to stakeholders in a format easily understandable by the target group

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Assess risks associated with identified hazards in the work environment in consultation with stakeholders and take into account effectiveness of existing controls

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Identify and prioritise hazardous tasks or conditions requiring control action in consultation with stakeholders, taking account of recognised standards

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Establish and update risk register as appropriate

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Control risk associated with hazard

  1. Seek information and data from external sources on control options for the specific hazard
  2. Seek information and data from stakeholders and key personnel on control options for the specific hazard
  3. Develop and advise a range of control options, in consultation with stakeholders and key personnel, by applying the hierarchy of control, noting that personal protective equipment (PPE) is regarded as the least satisfactory control measure
  4. Identify factors with a potential to impact on the effectiveness of controls
  5. Develop control strategy for the selected hazard in consultation with stakeholders
  6. Communicate outcomes of hazard identification, workplace monitoring and analysis, and the resultant control strategy to stakeholders and key personnel for action as appropriate
Seek information and data from external sources on control options for the specific hazard

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Seek information and data from stakeholders and key personnel on control options for the specific hazard

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Develop and advise a range of control options, in consultation with stakeholders and key personnel, by applying the hierarchy of control, noting that personal protective equipment (PPE) is regarded as the least satisfactory control measure

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Identify factors with a potential to impact on the effectiveness of controls

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Develop control strategy for the selected hazard in consultation with stakeholders

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Communicate outcomes of hazard identification, workplace monitoring and analysis, and the resultant control strategy to stakeholders and key personnel for action as appropriate

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Monitor and review effectiveness of control strategy

  1. Regularly review effectiveness of control strategy
  2. Determine frequency, method and scope of review in consultation with workplace stakeholders and in accordance with workplace procedures
  3. Seek input from stakeholders to review
  4. Identify areas for improvement in the control of the selected hazard and make recommendations for improvement
Regularly review effectiveness of control strategy

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Determine frequency, method and scope of review in consultation with workplace stakeholders and in accordance with workplace procedures

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Seek input from stakeholders to review

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Identify areas for improvement in the control of the selected hazard and make recommendations for improvement

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Apply professional practice

  1. Manage collection of information and data, reporting of outcomes and maintenance of records in an ethical manner
  2. Identify situations where OHS specialists may be required
Manage collection of information and data, reporting of outcomes and maintenance of records in an ethical manner

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Identify situations where OHS specialists may be required

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Assessed

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Instructions to Assessors

Evidence Guide

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 following is essential:

hazard identification, analysis of the work environment and participation in the development of risk control for selected hazard types

knowledge of relevant OHS legislation (acts, regulations, codes of practice, associated standards and guidance material).

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment must ensure:

reports from other parties consulted in identifying hazards and conducting risk assessments.

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:

analysis of responses to case studies and scenarios

assessment of written reports on the effectiveness of the hazard identification, risk assessment, control and management actions taken

demonstration of techniques used to identify hazards; assess associated risks; control, monitor and evaluate risks

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

observation of performance in role plays

observation of presentations

oral or written questioning to assess knowledge of characteristics, mode of action and units of measurement of major hazard types

review of control strategies developed for the selected hazard

assessment of reports to stakeholders about the results of workplace measurements and interpretations.

Guidance information for assessment

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

other OHS units.

Required Skills and Knowledge

Required skills

analytical skills to:

identify areas for hazard control

analyse relevant workplace information and data

contribute to the assessment of the resources needed to systematically manage OHS and, where appropriate, access resources

attention to detail when making observations and recording outcomes

research skills to access relevant OHS information and data

numeracy skills to carry out simple arithmetical calculations (e.g. % change), and to produce graphs of workplace information and data to identify trends and recognise limitations

Required knowledge

technological skills to use basic measuring equipment including reading scales and dials applicable to selected hazards

communication skills to:

conduct effective formal and informal meetings and to communicate effectively with personnel at all levels of the organization, OHS specialists and, as required, emergency services personnel

prepare reports for a range of target groups including OHS committee, OHS representatives, managers and supervisors

use language and literacy skills appropriate to the workgroup and the task

consultation and negotiation skills to develop plans, and to implement and monitor designated actions

project management skills to achieve change in OHS matters

organisational skills to manage own tasks within a timeframe

information technology skills to access and enter internal and external information and data on OHS and to use a range of communication media.

Range Statement

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.

External sources of information and data may include:

Australian Safety and Compensation Council

databases with national and state injury data such as National Industrial Chemicals Notification and Assessment Scheme (NICNAS)

employer groups

industry bodies

journals and websites

legislation, codes of practice and standards

manufacturers' manual and specifications

OHS regulatory authorities

OHS specialists

unions

Hazards may include:

source or a situation with a potential for harm in terms of:

injury

ill health

damage to property

damage to the environment

a combination of the above

Workplace sources of information and data may include:

employees

hazard, incident and investigation reports

material safety data sheets (MSDSs)

minutes of meetings

OHS representatives

reports and audits

workplace inspections

Appropriate tools may include:

checklists produced as part of codes of practice

notes or drawings

photographs

tools developed for a specific work environment, situation or hazard

tools provided by external sources or advisors

Stakeholders may include:

employees

health and safety, and other employee representatives

managers

OHS committees

supervisors

Key personnel may include:

managers in related areas

people involved in OHS decision making or who are or affected by OHS decisions

OHS specialists may include:

engineers

ergonomists

occupational hygienists

organisational psychologists

toxicologists

workplace injury and return to work advisors

Equipment may include basic instrumentation such as:

goniometer

humidity measuring devices

light meters

simple gas sampling devices

sound level meters

temperature measuring devices

Strategies may include:

focus groups

interviews

questionnaires

Recognised standards may include:

codes of practice

exposure standards

guidance notes

national and industry standards

OHS regulations

Risks may include:

the chance of something happening that will result in injury or damage which are measured in terms of consequences (injury or damage) and likelihood of the consequence

Risk register may include:

list of:

hazards

location of hazards

people exposed to the hazards

possible control measures and dates for implementation

range of possible scenarios or circumstances under which these hazards may cause injury or damage

results of the risk assessment

Hierarchy of control may include:

eliminating hazards

and where this is not practicable, minimising risk by:

substitution

isolating the hazard from personnel

using engineering controls

using administrative controls (e.g. procedures, training)

using PPE

Personal protective equipment is equipment designed to be worn by a person to provide protection from hazards, and may include:

clothing and footwear

face and eye protection

hand protection

head protection

hearing protection

respiratory protection

Factors with a potential to impact on effectiveness of controls may include:

cultural diversity

geographic location

hierarchical structure

language

literacy and numeracy levels

shift work and rostering arrangements

size of organisation

training required

workplace culture related to OHS including commitment by managers and supervisors and compliance with procedures and training

workplace organisational structures (size of organisation, geographic, hierarchical)

Ethical manner may include:

commercial-in-confidence information and data as appropriate

confidentiality

own currency of knowledge

privacy as appropriate