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Establish and maintain a safe furniture making work environment
Establish and maintain a safe furniture making work environment
Unit of competency
National Code
LMFFDT4006A
LMFFDT4006A
State Code
WA374
WA374
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
21/01/2010
Field of Education
061301 - Occupational Health And Safety
Original Release Date
21/01/2010
Nominal Hours
30
Description
This unit covers the competency to conduct a systematic risk assessment of the work and work area and to establish and maintain a safe work environment throughout the conduct of furnishing technology operations.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Identify and interpret operational and environmental information
- 1.1. Applicable legislative, OHS and organisational requirements relevant to the establishment and maintenance of a safe work environment are verified and complied with
- 1.2. Instructions and plans are read and interpreted to identify the process which will be undertaken to complete work tasks
- 1.3. Tools and equipment to be used are identified and their operating characteristics and safety requirements are analysed
- 1.4. The furnishing materials to be used are identified and their characteristics analysed
2. Identify hazards
- 2.1. Work area conditions are analysed to identify and recognise potential hazards
- 2.2. Relevant safety systems information is accessed and analysed to eliminate situations covered by existing and adequate procedures
- 2.3. The type and scope of unresolved hazards and their likely impact are recognised
3. Assess risk
- 3.1. Likelihood of the event happening is considered and determined
- 3.2. Consequence if the event should occur is evaluated and determined
- 3.3. Risk level (likelihood and consequence combined) is considered and determined
4. Identify and decide on risk treatment
- 4.1. Range of treatments which may eliminate or minimise the risk are identified
- 4.2. All possible options for resolution of the problem and dealing with the risk are identified and considered
- 4.3. Feasible options are subject to detailed analysis including the identification of resource requirements
- 4.4. Most appropriate treatment for dealing with the situation is selected
5. Implement the risk treatment
- 5.1. The course of action and treatment is planned and prepared in detail
- 5.2. Resources required for the treatment are acquired or obtained
- 5.3. Safety information and procedures are accessed and applied throughout the operations
- 5.4. The treatment is implemented
- 5.5. Information on the treatment and implementation is communicated to the relevant people
RANGE STATEMENT
The Range Statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording in the Performance Criteria is detailed below. 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.
Legislative requirements
are to be in accordance with applicable legislation from all levels of government that affect organisational operation
requirements may include but not be limited to award and enterprise agreements, industrial relations, Australian Standards, confidentiality and privacy, OHS, the environment, equal opportunity, anti-discrimination, relevant industry codes of practice, duty of care and heritage
OHS requirements
are to be in accordance with Commonwealth, State or Territory legislation and regulations, organisational safety policies and procedures
requirements may include but not be limited to the use of personal protective equipment and clothing, fire fighting equipment, first aid equipment, hazard and risk control and elimination, control of hazardous materials and substances, manual handling, including lifting and carrying
Organisational requirements
may include but not be limited to legal, organisational and site guidelines, policies and procedures relating to own role and responsibility, quality assurance, procedural manuals, quality and continuous improvement processes and standards, OHS, emergency and evacuation, ethical standards, recording and reporting, access and equity principles and practices, equipment use, maintenance and storage, environmental management (waste disposal, recycling and re-use guidelines)
Instructions
workplace procedures relating to the use and operation of tools and equipment
workplace instructions, including job sheets, plans, drawings and designs
workplace procedures relating to reporting and communications
manufacturer instructions for the use of equipment and materials
Tools and equipment
hand tools are to include, but not be limited to, hand planes, chisels, hand saws, spokeshave, hammer, mallet, marking-out tools, files, rasps, scraper, screwdrivers and hand drill
power tools are to include, but not be limited to, drop saw, circular power saw, planer, drill, jig saw, router, trimmer, biscuit machine, brad/nail and staple gun and sanders
Materials
are to include but are not limited to adhesives, nails, and staples
Adhesives
may include solvent and water-based contact, construction adhesive, latex/resin/acrylic
Hazards
and risks may include dust inhalation, power sources and leads, flying debris, fume inhalation, trips, falls, lack of control during pouring, machine safety, vibration (direct and indirect consequences)
Treatments
may include the following:
dust and fumes extraction systems
isolation through testing, distance, barriers, entry limits, signage
power source protection such as earth leakage, coded leads
debris protections such as machine guards, skirts, distance, access controls
pour protection through area sealing and plugs
The Range Statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording in the Performance Criteria is detailed below. 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.
Legislative requirements
are to be in accordance with applicable legislation from all levels of government that affect organisational operation
requirements may include but not be limited to award and enterprise agreements, industrial relations, Australian Standards, confidentiality and privacy, OHS, the environment, equal opportunity, anti-discrimination, relevant industry codes of practice, duty of care and heritage
OHS requirements
are to be in accordance with Commonwealth, State or Territory legislation and regulations, organisational safety policies and procedures
requirements may include but not be limited to the use of personal protective equipment and clothing, fire fighting equipment, first aid equipment, hazard and risk control and elimination, control of hazardous materials and substances, manual handling, including lifting and carrying
Organisational requirements
may include but not be limited to legal, organisational and site guidelines, policies and procedures relating to own role and responsibility, quality assurance, procedural manuals, quality and continuous improvement processes and standards, OHS, emergency and evacuation, ethical standards, recording and reporting, access and equity principles and practices, equipment use, maintenance and storage, environmental management (waste disposal, recycling and re-use guidelines)
Instructions
workplace procedures relating to the use and operation of tools and equipment
workplace instructions, including job sheets, plans, drawings and designs
workplace procedures relating to reporting and communications
manufacturer instructions for the use of equipment and materials
Tools and equipment
hand tools are to include, but not be limited to, hand planes, chisels, hand saws, spokeshave, hammer, mallet, marking-out tools, files, rasps, scraper, screwdrivers and hand drill
power tools are to include, but not be limited to, drop saw, circular power saw, planer, drill, jig saw, router, trimmer, biscuit machine, brad/nail and staple gun and sanders
Materials
are to include but are not limited to adhesives, nails, and staples
Adhesives
may include solvent and water-based contact, construction adhesive, latex/resin/acrylic
Hazards
and risks may include dust inhalation, power sources and leads, flying debris, fume inhalation, trips, falls, lack of control during pouring, machine safety, vibration (direct and indirect consequences)
Treatments
may include the following:
dust and fumes extraction systems
isolation through testing, distance, barriers, entry limits, signage
power source protection such as earth leakage, coded leads
debris protections such as machine guards, skirts, distance, access controls
pour protection through area sealing and plugs
EVIDENCE GUIDE
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 the relevant Training Package.
Overview of assessment
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Comply with legislation, regulations, standards, codes of practice and established safe practices and procedures for risk management in a furnishing technology work environment
Interpret work order and locate and apply relevant information
Apply safe handling requirements for equipment, products and materials, including use of personal protective equipment
Follow work instructions, operating procedures and inspection practices to:
minimise the risk of injury to self and others
prevent damage to goods, equipment and products
To complete a minimum of one formal risk assessment of a significant work site including the determination and implementation of required treatments
Work effectively with others
Modify activities to cater for variations in workplace contexts and environment
Context of, and specific resources for assessment
The application of competency is to be assessed in the workplace or simulated workplace
Assessment is to occur under standard and authorised work practices, safety requirements and environmental constraints
Assessment of essential underpinning knowledge, other than confirmatory questions, will usually be conducted in an off-site context
Assessment is to comply with relevant regulatory or Australian Standards requirements
The following resources should be made available:
workplace location or simulated workplace
materials and equipment relevant to establishing and maintaining a safe furnishing technology work environment
specifications and work instructions
Method of assessment
Assessment must satisfy the endorsed assessment guidelines of the Furnishing Industry Training Package
Assessment methods must confirm consistency and accuracy of performance (over time and in a range of workplace relevant contexts) together with application of underpinning knowledge
Assessment methods must be by direct observation of tasks and include questioning on underpinning knowledge to ensure its correct interpretation and application
Assessment may be applied under project related conditions (real or simulated) and require evidence of process
Assessment must confirm a reasonable inference that competency is able not only to be satisfied under the particular circumstance, but is able to be transferred to other circumstances
Assessment may be in conjunction with assessment of other units of competency
Guidance information for assessment
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 the relevant Training Package.
Overview of assessment
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Comply with legislation, regulations, standards, codes of practice and established safe practices and procedures for risk management in a furnishing technology work environment
Interpret work order and locate and apply relevant information
Apply safe handling requirements for equipment, products and materials, including use of personal protective equipment
Follow work instructions, operating procedures and inspection practices to:
minimise the risk of injury to self and others
prevent damage to goods, equipment and products
To complete a minimum of one formal risk assessment of a significant work site including the determination and implementation of required treatments
Work effectively with others
Modify activities to cater for variations in workplace contexts and environment
Context of, and specific resources for assessment
The application of competency is to be assessed in the workplace or simulated workplace
Assessment is to occur under standard and authorised work practices, safety requirements and environmental constraints
Assessment of essential underpinning knowledge, other than confirmatory questions, will usually be conducted in an off-site context
Assessment is to comply with relevant regulatory or Australian Standards requirements
The following resources should be made available:
workplace location or simulated workplace
materials and equipment relevant to establishing and maintaining a safe furnishing technology work environment
specifications and work instructions
Method of assessment
Assessment must satisfy the endorsed assessment guidelines of the Furnishing Industry Training Package
Assessment methods must confirm consistency and accuracy of performance (over time and in a range of workplace relevant contexts) together with application of underpinning knowledge
Assessment methods must be by direct observation of tasks and include questioning on underpinning knowledge to ensure its correct interpretation and application
Assessment may be applied under project related conditions (real or simulated) and require evidence of process
Assessment must confirm a reasonable inference that competency is able not only to be satisfied under the particular circumstance, but is able to be transferred to other circumstances
Assessment may be in conjunction with assessment of other units of competency
Guidance information for assessment
No information
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