Unit of competency Outline
Date retreived
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22/07/2026 12:57 AM AWST
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Apply knowledge of WHS legislation
Apply knowledge of WHS legislation
Unit of competency
National Code
DEFWHS017
DEFWHS017
State Code
AVO57
AVO57
TGA Status
Deleted
Deleted
DTWD Status
Deleted
Deleted
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
05/08/2016
Field of Education
061301 - Occupational Health And Safety
Original Release Date
05/08/2016
Nominal Hours
0
Description
This unit describes the skills required to analyse and apply knowledge of Work Health and Safety (WHS) legislation. The application of WHS legislation knowledge is specific to a variety of component processes in safety case activities.This unit applies to those working in Defence who are not specialists in the field but need the knowledge to inform their decision making and underpins advice to stakeholders. This unit was developed for Defence workers involved in the evaluation and review of safety cases but is applicable to all individuals who work in this field.The skills and knowledge described in this unit must be applied within the legislative, regulatory and policy environment in which they are carried out. Organisational policies and procedures must be consulted and adhered to.Those undertaking this unit would work independently or as part of a team under indirect supervision. They must be able to use discretion and judgement and take responsibility for the quality of their outputs. They would perform complex tasks in a range of familiar contexts.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Access and interpret relevant WHS legislation information
- 1.1 Identify and obtain relevant WHS legislation requirements.
- 1.2 Analyse WHS legislation information obtained to determine the relevance and application to the organisation.
- 1.3 Formulate outcomes of the analysis and determine recommendations relevant to WHS legislation requirements.
2. Use knowledge of WHS legislation
- 2.1 Apply WHS legislation requirements and recommendations relevant to safety cases.
- 2.2 Assess, review and record effectiveness of the recommendations.
- 2.3 Adjust recommendations if required and document for future application.
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| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AWW1 | DEF43315 | Certificate IV in Work Health Safety | Qualification |