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Develop and manage a chemical use strategy

Develop and manage a chemical use strategy

Unit of competency
National Code
AHCCHM501
State Code
BAQ77
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
19/12/2018
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
12/01/2017
Field of Education
061301 - Occupational Health And Safety
Original Release Date
12/01/2017
Nominal Hours
50
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to develop and manage a chemical use strategy, including assessment of the risk of chemical transport, storage and handling.The unit applies to individuals who take personal responsibility and exercise autonomy in undertaking complex work. They demonstrate a deep understanding in a specific technical area.No occupational licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Identify and evaluate need for chemical use
  • 1.1 Evaluate pest control strategies and their relevance to workplace requirements
  • 1.2 Identify, assess and incorporate external factors that influence the chemical use strategy according to workplace conditions, legislation and codes of practice
  • 1.3 Document requirements for chemical use strategy according to workplace requirements, legislation and codes of practice
  • 1.4 Identify and review available chemicals and their methods of application and assess the relevance to the workplace requirements
2. Develop a chemical use risk management strategy
  • 2.1 Identify and assess health and safety in the workplace hazards in the handling, transportation and storage of chemicals
  • 2.2 Identify and document risk factors associated with the use of chemicals
  • 2.3 Identify health and safety in the workplace hazards, risks and develop control measures according to regulatory requirements
  • 2.4 Develop a risk management strategy for chemical use according to legislation and workplace principles
  • 2.5 Research and document insurance cover for intended chemical use according to workplace guidelines
3. Develop and implement procedures for chemical management and use
  • 3.1 Develop procedures for management and use of chemicals according to workplace guidelines
  • 3.2 Develop and document procedures for risk control measures according to workplace guidelines
  • 3.3 Develop and document procedures for communicating with stakeholders according to workplace guidelines
  • 3.4 Distribute information on procedures for chemical management and use to stakeholders
4. Identify training and supervision needs and solutions for chemical use in the workplace
  • 4.1 Develop a strategy for training, assessing and supervising personnel involved in chemical use according to workplace guidelines
  • 4.2 Organise and provide suitable training and assessment for implementation of chemical use strategy
5. Monitor and evaluate the implementation of a chemical use strategy
  • 5.1 Monitor the implementation of the chemical use strategy according to regulatory requirements and workplace procedures
  • 5.2 Evaluate the effectiveness of the chemical use strategy and identify underperformances
  • 5.3 Rectify underperformances in implementation according to workplace policies and procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D6765 AHCCHM501A Develop and manage a chemical use strategy Unit of competency