Unit of competency Outline

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Control emergencies and critical situations

Control emergencies and critical situations

Unit of competency
National Code
RIIERR304D
State Code
WH273
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Transition (Replaced)
Current Release Number
3.00
Current Release Date
07/12/2014
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
30/05/2014
Field of Education
061301 - Occupational Health And Safety
Original Release Date
30/05/2014
Nominal Hours
30
Description
This unit describes a participant’s skills and knowledge required to control emergencies and critical situations in Drilling.This unit is appropriate for those working in operational roles. No licensing, legislation or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Plan and prepare to control emergencies and critical situations
  • 1.1 Access, interpret and apply emergency and critical situation documentation and ensure the work activity is compliant
  • 1.2 Obtain, read, interpret, clarify and confirm written and oral work instructions
  • 1.3 Identify and address potential risks, hazards and environmental issues and implement control measures
  • 1.4 Select and wear personal protective equipment appropriate for work activities
  • 1.5 Communicate and coordinate activities with others prior to, during and on completion of the work activity
2. Control critical situations
  • 2.1 Identify developing, emerging and existing critical situations and take appropriate action
  • 2.2 Locate and activate alarms
  • 2.3 Control and minimise the situation
  • 2.4 Recognise the symptoms and effects of contaminants, toxic materials and heat stress and implement control measures
3. Coordinate the response to emergencies
  • 3.1 Communicate information and instructions clearly, concisely and accurately and in a suitable format for the needs of personnel
  • 3.2 Obtain clarify and apply advice received from emergency personnel
  • 3.3 Interpret and apply to authorised emergency procedures
  • 3.4 Take immediate action to make the situation safe and minimise risks
  • 3.5 Process written reports and records accurately, completely and legibly
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WB234 RIIERR304A Control emergencies and critical situations Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OBM76 RIIERR405 Control emergencies and critical situations Unit of competency