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. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. 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) may also be included.

Safety procedures and instructions may include:
as contained in health and safety brochures, magazines and other material
completing required documentation
following procedures for work area housekeeping
following WHS guidelines relevant to workplace procedures for:
disposing of spilled substances, dangerous products, sharps and waste, and cleaning equipment
maintaining stocks of cleaning equipment, such as disposable gloves, liquid repellent aprons, and disinfectant
sterilising cleaning equipment
using appropriate cleaning equipment to clean spillages and breakages
wearing personal protective clothing and protective eyewear when in contact with body fluids or chemicals that may splash
handling, using and storing hazardous chemicals according to workplace procedures
labels for hazardous chemicals
safety data sheets (SDS)
specific guidelines and procedures as they apply to own work area
undergoing operator training and instruction when using new equipment or processes.
Emergency incidents may include:
accidents
alcohol and other drug intoxication
crime
external threats
fire
flood
near misses
sudden illness.
Designated persons may include:
health and safety officers
health and safety representatives
managers and supervisors
other persons authorised or nominated by the organisation
PCBUs or their officers
team leaders
union officers
WHS inspectors
WHS permit entry holders.
Hazards may include anything that can cause harm, including:
as specified in WHS Acts, regulations and codes of practice
blood
breakage and spillage
criminal acts
fatigue
hazardous chemicals
hazardous equipment
hazardous work processes
intoxication
needle sticks
sources of infection
stress
unsafe work tasks or practices.
Duty holders may include:
as specified in WHS Acts:
PCBUs or their officers
workers
other persons at a workplace.

The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.

Overview of assessment

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Evidence of the following is essential:

following all relevant safety procedures and instructions
identifying and reporting hazards to designated personnel
knowledge of relevant materials, equipment and work processes.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure:

safety processes, hazards and risks are relevant to area of work.
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:

analysis of responses to case studies and scenarios
demonstration of techniques
direct questioning combined with review of portfolios of evidence and third-party workplace reports of onthejob performance by the candidate
review of documentation identifying and reporting emergency incidents.
Guidance information for assessment
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended.