Elements and Performance Criteria
- Determine job requirements
- Comply with work health and safety (WHS) requirements at all times
- Use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) in accordance with SOPs
- Identify job requirements from specifications, job sheets or work instructions
- Identify risks associated with welding
- Identify pollutants formed by welding processes
- Identify occupational diseases and injuries that are associated with welding
- Identify factors associated with increased risk
- Identify exposure levels for pollutants
- Identify risks and potential health effects associated with specific metals and gases in welding
- Identify other hazards of welding
- Reduce risks associated with welding
- Implement procedures to control hazards and workplace safety procedures
- Report workplace safety non-compliances in accordance with workplace procedures