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Apply knowledge of OHS legislation in the workplace
Apply knowledge of OHS legislation in the workplace
Unit of competency
National Code
BSBOHS301B
BSBOHS301B
State Code
D0888
D0888
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
08/03/2012
Field of Education
061301 - Occupational Health And Safety
Original Release Date
08/03/2012
Nominal Hours
30
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to apply understanding of the occupational health and safety (OHS) legal framework in the workplace. It includes determining relevant legislation and contributing to any actions to ensure compliance with OHS legislation, codes and standards is achieved.No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of endorsement.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Determine the legal framework of OHS in the workplace
- 1.1. Identify and access current OHS legislation, codes, standards, policies and procedures impacting on the workplace, occupation and industry
- 1.2. Apply knowledge of the relationship between OHS legislation, codes, and standards to assist in identifying OHS legal requirements in the workplace
- 1.3. Identify duty of care arrangements
- 1.4. Identify legal obligations and duties for consultation with and training of employees, safety representatives and others
- 1.5. Identify consequences of non-compliance with OHS legislation, codes, standards and workplace policies and procedures
2. Apply knowledge of OHS legislation, policies and procedures in the workplace
- 2.1. Contribute to monitoring compliance with OHS legislation
- 2.2. Contribute to ensuring that work is undertaken in a safe manner in accordance with relevant OHS legislation, codes, standards and workplace policies and procedures
- 2.3. Identify and take appropriate action on non-compliance with OHS legislation, codes, standards, policies and procedures to contribute to achieving compliance
- 2.4. Recognise limits of own expertise and legal responsibilities, and access appropriate sources of expertise as required
3. Maintain knowledge of OHS legislation, industry and organisational requirements
- 3.1. Utilise sources to access current information covering applicable legislation and guidelines relating to workplace OHS requirements
- 3.2. Regularly update and communicate information on workplace OHS legislation, codes, standards, policies and procedures relevant to self and other employees
legislation relevant to the workplace, occupation and industry, for example, mining safety, electrical legislation
relevant commonwealth and state/territory OHS specific acts and regulations such as:
common law
contract law
criminal law
dangerous goods
environmental protection
equal opportunity and anti-discrimination law
industrial relations law
privacy
workers compensation
codes of practice, developed by legislators or industries that give practical advice on how to comply with legal obligations
Australian Standards
codes of practice
exposure standards
guidance notes
industry standards
international standards
national standards developed by the Office of the Australian Safety and Compensation Council
regulations and standards developed by OHS regulators
inadequate systems of information, instruction training or supervision
plant equipment or substances not maintained, or used or stored in an unsafe condition
poor consultative practices
poor design
workplace hazards not identified or controlled
workplace systems not in place or inadequate
contributing to an OHS audit
contributing to an OHS inspection
contributing to engaging external specialists and consultants
contributing to the identification of non-compliance with OHS legislation in the workplace
contributing to the implementation, monitoring and evaluation of actions to ensure OHS compliance
making recommendations about how compliance with OHS legislation could be achieved
reporting breaches of compliance to responsible persons or authorities
where required, carrying out notes or functions specified in legislation or workplace policies and procedures
audits
employer groups
hazard, incident and investigation reports
industry bodies
manufacturers' manuals and specifications
OHS professional bodies
OHS specialists
regulatory authorities
standards, from Australia or overseas
training, information sessions and forums
unions
websites, journals and newsletters
relevant commonwealth and state/territory OHS specific acts and regulations such as:
common law
contract law
criminal law
dangerous goods
environmental protection
equal opportunity and anti-discrimination law
industrial relations law
privacy
workers compensation
codes of practice, developed by legislators or industries that give practical advice on how to comply with legal obligations
Australian Standards
codes of practice
exposure standards
guidance notes
industry standards
international standards
national standards developed by the Office of the Australian Safety and Compensation Council
regulations and standards developed by OHS regulators
inadequate systems of information, instruction training or supervision
plant equipment or substances not maintained, or used or stored in an unsafe condition
poor consultative practices
poor design
workplace hazards not identified or controlled
workplace systems not in place or inadequate
contributing to an OHS audit
contributing to an OHS inspection
contributing to engaging external specialists and consultants
contributing to the identification of non-compliance with OHS legislation in the workplace
contributing to the implementation, monitoring and evaluation of actions to ensure OHS compliance
making recommendations about how compliance with OHS legislation could be achieved
reporting breaches of compliance to responsible persons or authorities
where required, carrying out notes or functions specified in legislation or workplace policies and procedures
audits
employer groups
hazard, incident and investigation reports
industry bodies
manufacturers' manuals and specifications
OHS professional bodies
OHS specialists
regulatory authorities
standards, from Australia or overseas
training, information sessions and forums
unions
websites, journals and newsletters
Overview of assessment
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Evidence of the following is essential:
identification and application of the OHS legal and regulatory framework applicable to the candidate's workplace, occupation and industry
knowledge of relevant state/territory and commonwealth OHS legislation, codes of practice and standards.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure:
access to relevant information and documentation on compliance requirements such as:
organisational policies, standard operating procedures, procedures and plans
relevant legislation, regulations, licensing requirements, codes of practice, standards
access to relevant internal and external data files
access to appropriate office equipment and resources used in the identification and rectification of OHS compliance breaches.
Method of assessment
A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:
direct questioning combined with review of portfolios of evidence and third party reports of on-the-job performance by the candidate
review of documents on workplace OHS legislation, codes, standards, policies and procedures relevant developed and communicated to employees
analysis of responses to case studies and scenarios
demonstration of the application of OHS legislation in conducting work safely
oral or written questioning to assess knowledge of research and data collection methods to obtain evidence of compliance with OHS legislation
assessment of duty of care arrangements.
Guidance information for assessment
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example:
other OHS units.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Evidence of the following is essential:
identification and application of the OHS legal and regulatory framework applicable to the candidate's workplace, occupation and industry
knowledge of relevant state/territory and commonwealth OHS legislation, codes of practice and standards.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure:
access to relevant information and documentation on compliance requirements such as:
organisational policies, standard operating procedures, procedures and plans
relevant legislation, regulations, licensing requirements, codes of practice, standards
access to relevant internal and external data files
access to appropriate office equipment and resources used in the identification and rectification of OHS compliance breaches.
Method of assessment
A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:
direct questioning combined with review of portfolios of evidence and third party reports of on-the-job performance by the candidate
review of documents on workplace OHS legislation, codes, standards, policies and procedures relevant developed and communicated to employees
analysis of responses to case studies and scenarios
demonstration of the application of OHS legislation in conducting work safely
oral or written questioning to assess knowledge of research and data collection methods to obtain evidence of compliance with OHS legislation
assessment of duty of care arrangements.
Guidance information for assessment
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example:
other OHS units.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| C8929 | BSBOHS301A | Apply knowledge of OHS legislation in the workplace | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| WE719 | BSBWHS302A | Apply knowledge of WHS legislation in the workplace | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| W902 | BSB30110 | Certificate III in Business | Qualification |
| D133 | BSB30207 | Certificate III in Customer Contact | Qualification |
| D695 | CUL30111 | Certificate III in Information and Cultural Services | Qualification |
| D138 | BSB30707 | Certificate III in Occupational Health and Safety | Qualification |