The unit has applications across industries. When delivered/assessed as part of a qualification, the unit will be customised to ensure its relevance to the real or simulated work activities. The workplace environment may include a school classroom or workshop equipped with the appropriate workplace equipment, RTO premises, or an enterprise environment where a high level of supervision exists.

ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1Follow workplace OH&S procedures

1.1 Relevant OH&S, workplace hazard control procedures and safe work practices are identified, interpreted and applied to work

1.2 Workplace procedures for reporting hazards are identified and adhered to in a prompt and efficient manner

1.3 All relevant work activities are undertaken in a safe manner according to OH&S guidelines, enterprise policies and procedures

1.4 The work area is assessed regularly and procedures to report, remove or minimise potential hazards are followed

1.5 Personal protection clothing and equipment is correctly used in accordance with established safety and workplace procedures

2Maintain personal well-being in the workplace

2.1 Risks to personal well-being which may affect safe performance in the workplace are identified and strategies to prevent them are put into place

2.2 Procedures for maintaining a tidy and clean personal work area are identified, interpreted and followed

3Be aware of and report on safety of self and others

3.1 Situations which may endanger the individual or other workers are identified and corrected or reported

3.2 Incidents and injuries to self or others on the job are dealt with in a timely manner and reported to appropriate persons

3.3 Participative arrangements to foster safe working practices are contributed to, as appropriate

4Deal with emergency situations

4.1 Emergency situations are recognised and required action is taken within scope of individual responsibility

4.2 Emergency procedures are followed in accordance with organisational procedures

4.3 Assistance from colleagues and/or other authorities is sought where appropriate

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

This describes the essential knowledge and skills and their level required for this unit.

Required knowledge:

Applicable national, state and territory regulations

Procedures related to OH&S to be followed in the work area concerned

Workplace hazards and ways to minimise or remove them

Workplace equipment, materials, housekeeping equipment and the processes and precautions for their use

Personal protective equipment relevant to the job and job context

Appropriate hygiene and safety standards

Required skills:

Use basic interpersonal and communication skills (including listening and questioning, receiving feedback)

Report workplace hazards and occupational health and safety incidents and related action

Solve or report problems identified when dealing with safety hazards and applying appropriate hazard control procedures

Use required personal protective equipment and clothing and other equipment required when following OH&S procedures

Recognise limitations and ask for help

The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required knowledge and skills, the range statement and the assessment guidelines for this Training Package.

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria of this unit and include demonstration of applying:

the underpinning knowledge and skills

relevant legislation and workplace procedures

other relevant aspects of the range statement

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Performance is demonstrated consistently over a period of time and in a suitable range of contexts

Resources for assessment include:

a range of relevant exercises, case studies and/or other simulated practical and knowledge assessment, and/or

access to an appropriate range of relevant operational situations in the workplace

In both real and simulated environments, access is required to:

relevant and appropriate materials and equipment, and

applicable documentation including workplace procedures, regulations, codes of practice and operation manuals

Method of assessment

Assessment of this unit must be undertaken by a registered training organisation

As a minimum, assessment of knowledge must be conducted through appropriate written/oral tests

Practical assessment must occur:

through activities in an appropriately simulated environment at the registered training organisation, and/or

in an appropriate range of situations in the workplace

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance.

Hazard control procedures may include:

emergency, fire and accident procedures

hazard identification and removal or, if this is not possible, establish a hazard control

use of personal protective equipment

relevant manufacturers guidelines relating to the operation and use of equipment

OH&S regulations

safe use of mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic and/or electrical equipment

safe use of chemicals and toxic substances

Workplace hazards may include:

untidy work conditions including poor hygiene practices and unnecessary obstacles and equipment in work areas

sharp instruments, knives or equipment

noise

hot substances and equipment (stoves, ovens, etc.)

electricity and water

electrical equipment

being careless when using cutting equipment or dealing with heat or hot surfaces

damaged equipment

moving machinery

materials handling

gases and liquids under pressure

working at heights

confined spaces

inappropriate lifting practices

dangerous floor surfaces

movements of equipment, goods, vehicles

chemicals and other harmful substances including fumes and dust

toxic substances

damaged packing material and containers

inflammable materials and fire hazards

waste management and disposal

extremes in weather conditions

unsuitable lighting levels

water hazards

dangerous storage areas

Safe work practices may include, but are not limited to:

manual handling procedures

correct posture

safe lifting and bending

using appropriate personal protective equipment

good hygiene and health maintenance

Risk to personal well-being are actions by an individual which affect their ability to work safely and may include:

smoking, alcohol and drug use

lack of sleep

poor diet

lack of exercise

stress

not using appropriate methods when lifting or moving heavy objects

not wearing proper personal protective equipment

Personal protection clothing and equipment may include but are not limited to:

gloves

masks

aprons

hair covering

uniform

safety headwear and footwear

safety glasses

two-way radios

high visibility clothing

Appropriate persons may include:

workplace personnel

supervisors

team leaders

management

OH&S personnel

other persons authorised or nominated by the organisation

Emergency situations may include:

accidents, including those that do not result in injury

overheating equipment

injuries such as cuts, scalds, burns

health conditions such as fainting, asthma attacks, allergic reactions

spills and leakages of harmful gas and liquids

structural failures and breakages

robbery

fire

flooding

power failures or shorts

Participative arrangements may include:

workplace meetings

suggestion schemes

regular communications with team leaders

information sessions

Information and documents may include:

applicable national, state and territory regulations

standard operating procedures applicable to work role

quality standards applicable to work role

Applicable legislation, regulations and codes may include:

applicable national, state and territory regulations

relevant Australian Standards and related requirements

relevant state/territory OH&S legislation

relevant state/territory environmental protection legislation

This unit contains employability skills.