The range statement links the required knowledge and organisational and technical requirements to the workplace context. It describes any contextual variables that will be used or encountered when applying the competency in work situations. It allows for different work practices and work and knowledge requirements as well as for differences between organisations and workplaces. The following variables are listed alphabetically and may be present for this particular unit.
Chemicals may include:
cleaning agents
flammable products
pesticides
registered AGVET products.
Company requirements may include:
access and equity policy, principles and practice
business and performance plans
client communication procedures
client confidentiality procedures
client service standards
communication channels and reporting procedures
company goals, objectives, plans, systems and processes
company issued identification badge/card/pass
company policy and procedures
defined resource parameters
dress and presentation requirements
duty of care, code of conduct, code of ethics
emergency response and evacuation procedures
employer and employee rights and responsibilities
establishing operator identity with client
maintenance procedures for equipment and PPE
OHS control procedures (e.g. health and safety plans, job plans, job safety analysis, risk assessments, safe operating practices/procedures, safe work instructions, work method statements, safe system of work statements)
OHS policies and procedures
personnel practices and guidelines
policies and procedures relating to own role, responsibility and delegation
quality and continuous improvement processes and standards
records and information systems and processes
training (induction and refresher) materials
work site access security clearance procedures.
Emergency response procedures include:
clean-up
containment
decontamination
documented emergency response procedures
First Aid
isolation
notification of authorities
use of appropriate fire fighting appliances
use of appropriate personal protective equipment
work site/workplace evacuation.
Environmental requirements may include:
clean-up, containment and/or isolation
company policies and guidelines
emergency chemical spill control measures
environmental protection agency and government departments (e.g. agriculture, emergency services and national parks and wildlife) regulations and guidelines
hazardous materials handling
local government regulations/bylaws.
Equipment may include:
cages
camera
cherry pickers
dishes
drills
dusters
extension cords
flexible light
flushing agents
generators
guns/rifles
hoses
injectors
knives
ladders
magnifying glass
measuring jug
mirrors
nets
probes
sand and other absorbers
screwdrivers
sounding, moisture and movement detectors
specimen bottle
spray equipment
torch
trays
waste disposal containers.
Hazards may include:
allergic reactions to chemicals, pests and/or equipment, including latex allergies
biological and animal waste
bites and stings
blood and blood-stained products
confined/restricted spaces
contaminated clothing, materials and/or equipment
damaged or inappropriate equipment
dust and fibres
electrical hazards arising from cables, electrical fittings (switches and lights) and untested electrical equipment
environmental impact
extremes of heat and temperature
fatigue
fire
gas
heights
inadequate lighting and ventilation
infectious and zoonotic diseases e.g. scabies/Q fever
leaks, spill, splash and spray
manual handling techniques including awkward and repetitive postures
mobile/vehicle hazards around plant and vehicles
moving and/or unguarded parts
noise
occupational violence and bullying
poor personal hygiene practices
underfoot conditions e.g. slippery, uneven and rough surfaces
work in isolated/remote environments.
Legislative requirements may include:
Australian Standards, quality assurance and certification requirements
award and enterprise agreements
industry advisory standards and codes
relevant Commonwealth/state/territory legislation and local government regulations which affect company operation:
anti-discrimination and diversity
building codes
chemical controls
chemical registers/manifests
consumer protection legislation
dangerous goods Acts and regulations
dangerous goods code
declared pest (plant and animal) reporting
environmental protection issues
equal employment opportunity
freedom of information
industrial relations
motor and commercial vehicle(s) transportation
motor licence and endorsement regulations
OHS Acts and regulations
privacy
public health
trade practices
workplace consultative arrangements.
Manufacturers' specifications may include:
emergency response resources
equipment operational manuals
government publications
instructional guides
material safety data sheets (MSDS)
other resources supplied by the manufacturer (such as laminated cards, notices and wall posters) in work sites or vehicles
product labels
safety instructions pre-printed on equipment.
Occupational health and safety* (OHS) requirements may relate to:
allergic reactions (contact dermatitis, etc)
animal management/control procedures
communication devices for remote and isolated locations e.g. mobile phone, two-way radio, etc
dermatoxicological control and prevention measures
emergency procedures for eye and skin contact, inhalation and ingestion of toxic substances
hazard identification and risk assessment mechanisms
hierarchy of hazard control procedures
industry advisory standards
information provided by national registration authority for chemical approval and state government authorities e.g. agriculture, environment protection, health and primary industry
injury and dangerous occurrence reporting
national and industry codes of practice
OHS control procedures (e.g. health and safety plans, job plans, job safety analysis, risk assessments, safe operating practices/procedures, safe work instructions, work method statements, safe system of work statements)
health surveillance and monitoring (e.g. regular blood testing)
routes of entry and potential symptoms of exposure from chemicals
safe work practices for equipment, PPE and chemical storage including interpretation of MSDS and hazardous substance information e.g. long latency periods
safety training, induction and refresher training
selection and use of PPE and clothing appropriate to the hazard
up-to-date electrical test and tag compliance
use of chemicals in accordance with MSDS
use of residual current devices
use, storage and maintenance of equipment in accordance with manufacturers' specifications and equipment operating manuals
withholding periods and spray drift.
* Also known as workplace health and safety
Personal protective equipment (PPE) may include:
air-line and self-contained respirators
breathing respirator - full-face and half-face
chemical impervious gloves
chemical resistant aprons
communication equipment
contaminated clothing bag
cradles
drinking fluids
dust masks
eye protection e.g. safety glasses, goggles
eyewashes and showers
face shield (splash-proof)
First Aid kit appropriate to the task and location
hair nets
hard hats
high-visibility vests/clothing
long pants
noise protection
non-slip safety shoes/boots
overalls, coveralls or other chemical protective clothing
prodding/probing sticks and rods
safety harness
sharps containers
soap and towel
sunscreen
tongs
torch
washable sun hats
wet-work protective clothing.
Regulatory and company documentation may include:
accident and incident reports
certificates and notices
customer files and databases
invoices
job sheets
logbooks
OHS control procedures, forms and documentation
receipts
risk assessments
work diaries.
Safety information may include:
chemical co-location, separation and segregation requirements
chemical manifests
chemical registers
colour codes
company policies and procedures
container and package storage arrangements
emergency management plan
manufacturers' instructions
manufacturers' specifications
material safety data sheets
OHS information
operation manuals
safety data check sheets
statutory storage limits
waste disposal information.
Safety warnings may include:
charts and posters
instructions
labels
signs and placards
symbols.
Storage area may include:
chemical cupboard
equipment storage bays
pest control vehicle
room or depot.
Waste may include:
chemicals past the expiry date
materials used in cleaning up spillages
packaging materials
used containers
used or unused chemicals
used/contaminated personal protective equipment.