Elements and Performance Criteria
- Determine job requirements
- Prepare to use chemicals in TCF operations
- Access information on chemicals and substances used in TCF enterprises
- Distinguish types of chemicals and preparations that require safe handling in own workplace
- Identify personal responsibilities in working with chemicals
- Interpret common terminology in safety data sheets (SDS) for chemicals used in cleaning, textile production or other application, according to workplace requirements
- Identify procedures for using chemicals in a cost-effective manner
- Identify chemical control measures
- Identify location and storage conditions for substances and associated documentation
- Differentiate between a range of laundry and other chemicals, and identify risks associated with preparing and using chemicals
- Identify risk control measures and special handling procedures for substances
- Implement correct procedures for calculating quantities and measuring chemicals
- Identify hazards associated with the handling and uses of substances used in the workplace, and the emergency procedures required
- Identify local procedures to document procedures and respond to environmental considerations
- Apply safe handling of chemicals and solvents
- Ventilate work area and eliminate ignition sources
- Measure, handle and store according to WHS practices and workplace procedures
- Safely operate machinery and equipment associated with use of chemicals and solvents
- Demonstrate procedures to act upon accidents and emergencies according to procedures required for the chemical concerned
- Use PPE according to regulations
- Promote safe handling of chemicals
- Maintain work area and dispose of chemicals according to regulatory requirements, environmental considerations and SDS recommendations
- Communicate handling and storage information within workplace
- Complete required documentation
- Clear spillages according to workplace procedures and complete housekeeping requirements
- Report WHS issues, faults or emergencies to relevant personnel