Conduct a WHS audit

Formats and tools

Unit Description
Reconstruct the unit from the xml and display it as an HTML page.
Assessment Tool
an assessor resource that builds a framework for writing an assessment tool
Assessment Template
generate a spreadsheet for marking this unit in a classroom environment. Put student names in the top row and check them off as they demonstrate competenece for each of the unit's elements and performance criteria.
Assessment Matrix
a slightly different format than the assessment template. A spreadsheet with unit names, elements and performance criteria in separate columns. Put assessment names in column headings to track which performance criteria each one covers. Good for ensuring that you've covered every one of the performance criteria with your assessment instrument (all assessement tools together).
Wiki Markup
mark up the unit in a wiki markup codes, ready to copy and paste into a wiki page. The output will work in most wikis but is designed to work particularly well as a Wikiversity learning project.
Evidence Guide
create an evidence guide for workplace assessment and RPL applicants
Competency Mapping Template
Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners. A template for developing assessments for a unit, which will help you to create valid, fair and reliable assessments for the unit, ready to give to trainers and students
Observation Checklist
create an observation checklist for workplace assessment and RPL applicants. This is similar to the evidence guide above, but a little shorter and friendlier on your printer. You will also need to create a seperate Assessor Marking Guide for guidelines on gathering evidence and a list of key points for each activity observed using the unit's range statement, required skills and evidence required (see the unit's html page for details)

Self Assessment Survey
A form for students to assess thier current skill levels against each of the unit's performance criteria. Cut and paste into a web document or print and distribute in hard copy.
Moodle Outcomes
Create a csv file of the unit's performance criteria to import into a moodle course as outcomes, ready to associate with each of your assignments. Here's a quick 'how to' for importing these into moodle 2.x
Registered Training Organisations
Trying to find someone to train or assess you? This link lists all the RTOs that are currently registered to deliver BSBWHS606, 'Conduct a WHS audit'.
Google Links
links to google searches, with filtering in place to maximise the usefulness of the returned results
Books
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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 Prepare for a WHS audit

1.1 Define the scope, objectives and benchmarks of the audit

1.2 Identify and obtain relevant documentation, including preliminary material, on the operation of the organisation

1.3 Identify and arrange resources required to conduct the audit

1.4 Assign timing, schedule and responsibilities for the audit

2 Develop a WHS audit plan

2.1 Ensure nature of information and data collected provides valid and reliable evidence of the systematic approach to managing WHS and risk controls within the context of the organisation

2.2 Include key personnel and stakeholders in sources of evidence

2.3 Ensure information and data collection strategies address issues of security, confidentiality, impartiality and equity

2.4 Include opportunities for corroborating evidence in information- and data collection strategies

2.5 Document audit plan and submit to key personnel and stakeholders for consultation and feedback

2.6 Modify audit plan in relation to feedback from key personnel and stakeholders

2.7 Re submit audit plan to key personnel and stakeholders for comment as appropriate

2.8 Negotiate issues concerning audit plan with key personnel and stakeholders, and amend documents where required

3 Select appropriate WHS audit tools

3.1 Ensure audit tools accurately reflect the criteria of the benchmark, nature of risks, identified relevant information and data types

3.2 Ensure audit tools focus on WHS management processes

3.3 Ensure audit tools can be used with consistent outcomes by all members of the audit team

3.4 Ensure audit tools enable collection of evidence in a timely and efficient manner

3.5 Trial audit tools and modify as required

4 Gather information, data and WHS records

4.1 Consult a broad range of workplace personnel during evidence-gathering activities

4.2 Gather information, data and WHS records, compare with the audit plan and identify reasons for discrepancies

4.3 Identify and use alternative methods when required information, data and WHS records are not forthcoming using planned methods

4.4 Check reliability and validity of information, data and WHS records with a number of sources

4.5 Adapt to contingencies as they arise

5 Undertake WHS audit activities

5.1 Undertake preliminary evaluation

5.2 Undertake initial meetings and work site familiarisation

5.3 Monitor progress of the audit plan with key personnel and stakeholders and/or audit team members to ensure resources are being used as planned, and that audit objectives and audit timelines are being achieved

5.4 Progressively document and retain records of information, data and WHS records and findings in an appropriate format

5.5 Report promptly the hazards and risks identified during the audit to key personnel and stakeholders and/or person in control of the workplace

5.6 Address own health and safety during the audit according to organisational requirements and standards for safe work practices and applicable WHS legislation

5.7 Ensure information and data collection and evaluation activities comply with legal requirements and are carried out ethically

5.8 Undertake exit meetings with key personnel and stakeholders as appropriate

6 Report on the outcomes of the WHS audit

6.1 Compare results of the evaluation against audit criteria

6.2 Consult appropriately on evaluation results and develop summary audit findings and recommendations

6.3 Present summary audit findings and recommendations to key personnel and stakeholders at the closing meeting

6.4 Present objective evidence with clear and concise findings, including benefits to be achieved by adoption of the audit recommendations

6.5 Anticipate possible challenges to the report and prepare further explanations to promote acceptance

6.6 Recommend corrective action and follow up processes as required


Qualifications and Skillsets

BSBWHS606 appears in the following qualifications:

  • BSB60612 - Advanced Diploma of Work Health and Safety
  • BSB60615 - Advanced Diploma of Work Health and Safety
  • FNS50815 - Diploma of Integrated Risk Management
  • FNS60815 - Advanced Diploma of Integrated Risk Management