Elements and Performance Criteria

The Range Statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Add any essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts.


Appropriate posture and handling techniques may include:
Bending from the knees
Maintaining a straight back when lifting and carrying
Using two hands to lift or carry
Avoiding lifting objects above shoulder height
Adopting non repetitive movements
Positions not held for long periods of time
Correct use of mechanical aids


Workplace policies and procedures will include:
Hazard identification policies and procedures
Emergency, fire and accident procedures
Procedures for the use of personnel clothing and equipment
Hazard identification and issue resolution procedures
Job procedures and work instructions
Waste management
Security procedures


Manual handling equipment may include:
Lifting apparatus
Hoists
Trolleys
Belts
Pallet jacks


Personal protective equipment may include:
Plastic aprons
Gowns
Gloves including heavy duty
Overalls
Enclosed shoes
Eye protection


Hazards include:
Manual handling
Client handling
Toxic or hazardous substances/radiation
RSI prevention mandatory


Supervisor may by:
Nominated personnel
WHS representative


Workplace organisation may include:
Grievance procedures
Appropriate induction of staff
Team meetings
Debriefing procedures following crisis
Management performance levels
Employee assistance with problems and introducing them to services available in the community


Return to work program may include:
Persons returning from injury and/or stress
Persons returning after extended leave

The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria, Required Skills and Knowledge, the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for this Training Package.

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate this competency unit:
The individual being assessed must provide evidence of specified essential knowledge as well as skills
This unit is most appropriately assessed in the workplace or in a simulated workplace and under the normal range of workplace conditions
This unit can be assessed independently however holistic assessment practice with other general health services units of competency is encouraged


Context and resources for assessment:
Resource requirements may include access to:
workplace health and safety policies and procedures
infection control procedures
other organisation policies and procedures
duties statements and/or job descriptions
manual handling equipment
Assessment may include:
observation of performance
written tasks
interviewing and questioning
formal appraisal systems
staff/client feedback
portfolio/CV
supporting statement of supervisor(s)
authenticated evidence of relevant work experience and/or formal/informal learning
case studies and scenarios as a basis for discussion of issues and strategies to contribute to best practice in the work environment


Access and equity considerations:
All workers in the health industry should be aware of access and equity issues in relation to their own area of work
All workers should develop their ability to work in a culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) environment
In recognition of particular health issues facing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, workers should be aware of cultural, historical and current issues impacting on health of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people
Assessors and trainers must take into account relevant access and equity issues, in particular relating to factors impacting on health of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander clients and communities