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Identify hazards on demolition sites and apply risk management strategies
Identify hazards on demolition sites and apply risk management strategies
Unit of competency
National Code
CPCCDE3016A
CPCCDE3016A
State Code
WI742
WI742
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
20/06/2014
Field of Education
061301 - Occupational Health And Safety
Original Release Date
20/06/2014
Nominal Hours
35
Description
This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to identify hazards common to demolition work, as well as undiscovered hazards that may arise during the course of work on demolition sites; and to assess risks and apply risk management strategies according to compliance and workplace requirements. Demolition hazards include those relating to: demolition work health and safety (WHS)public health and safety contamination of the environment.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Review site characteristics and work plans.
- 1.1 Issues relating to the age and integrity of buildings and structures, and construction methods and materials used, are identified and applied to review of potential risks.
- 1.2 Approved demolition plan and safe work method statements (SWMS) are reviewed and information relating to hazards and risk management strategies is applied to participation in job briefing according to work role requirements.
- 1.3 Job roles and responsibilities for people involved in the project are identified and clarified according to workplace procedures.
2 Apply WHS risk management strategies to work activities on demolition sites.
- 2.1 Hazards that may cause trips, falls or falling objects are identified and risk management strategies applied according to compliance, site and workplace requirements.
- 2.2 Hazards relating to hazardous substances are identified and risk management strategies applied according to compliance, site and workplace requirements.
- 2.3 Hazards relating to structural composition and integrity of structures are identified and risk management strategies applied according to compliance, site and workplace requirements.
- 2.4 Hazards relating to services are identified and risk management strategies applied according to compliance, site and workplace requirements.
- 2.5 Hazards relating to the use of mobile and static plant, tools and equipment are identified and risk management strategies applied according to compliance, site and workplace requirements.
- 2.6 Hazards relating to the use of high reach excavators are identified and risk management strategies applied according to compliance, site and workplace requirements.
- 2.7 Hazards relating to noise, dust and vibrations are identified and risk management strategies applied according to compliance, site and workplace requirements.
- 2.8 Hazards that may cause fire or explosions are identified and risk management strategies applied according to compliance, site and workplace requirements.
- 2.9 Work site is monitored during demolition process for signs of undiscovered hazards and risk management strategies are applied according to compliance, site and workplace requirements.
- 2.10 WHS hazards and incidents are reported according to compliance, site and workplace requirements.
3 Apply public health and safety risk management strategies on demolition sites.
- 3.1 Site boundaries and exclusion zones are identified and strategies to prevent access by unauthorised persons are implemented according to compliance, site and workplace requirements.
- 3.2 Site traffic access and egress points and pedestrian and vehicle routes are identified and traffic management plan is applied according to compliance, site and workplace requirements.
- 3.3 Demolition activities with potential to cause dust, noise and vibrations are identified and risk management strategies are applied according to compliance, site and workplace requirements.
- 3.4 Demolition activities resulting in falling structures or flying debris or with potential to affect structural integrity of adjoining buildings are identified and risk management strategies applied according to compliance, site and workplace requirements.
- 3.5 Public health and safety hazards and incidents are reported according to compliance, site and workplace requirements.
4 Apply environmental risk management strategies on demolition sites.
- 4.1 Opportunities to maximise environmentally sound use of energy and water are identified and strategies applied according to environmental compliance, site and workplace requirements.
- 4.2 Potential risks to air quality resulting from demolition work are identified and risk management strategies applied according to environmental compliance, site and workplace requirements.
- 4.3 Potential risks associated with stormwater management are identified and risk management strategies applied according to environmental compliance, site and workplace requirements.
- 4.4 Potential risks to groundwater and groundwater monitoring wells are identified and risk management strategies applied according to environmental compliance, site and workplace requirements.
- 4.5 Potential risks to the environment resulting from removing and handling hazardous substances and waste materials are identified and risk management strategies applied according to environmental compliance, site and workplace requirements.
- 4.6 Environmental hazards and incidents are reported according to environmental compliance, site and workplace requirements.
5 Contribute to improvement of demolition risk management strategies.
- 5.1 Demolition methods, procedures and risk management strategies are reviewed and discussed with team members to develop ideas for improvements in risk management according to workplace procedures.
- 5.2 Industry professional development activities relating to demolition risk management are undertaken as required, according to workplace requirements.
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.
Hazards that may cause trips, falls or falling objects must include:
equipment failure
movement of loads
partial demolition of building elements
pits
plant, tools and equipment and associated cables, hoses and lines
penetrations:
floor
roof
wall
stacked or stored debris, materials and waste
structural instability of building
uncleared rubble and accumulated loads on suspended slabs
working at heights.
Hazardous substances must include:
asbestos
flammable or toxic residues in pipework and storage tanks
lead-based paints
ozone depleting substances
polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs)
silica.
Structural composition and integrity of structures must include:
effect of fire on hazardous materials
fire-damaged structures
load-bearing ability of structural elements due to build-up of demolition debris
partially demolished building elements with sharp protrusions
pre- and post-tensioned concrete structures
precast components
ruinous structures
severely corroded, deteriorated or degraded structures
special structures
termite damaged structures.
Services:
must include:
air
chemical product (fuel)
electricity
electrical distribution assets
gas
hydraulic
services specific to manufacturing processes
steam
telecommunications
wastewater
water
may be:
overhead
underground
disconnected
live:
services adjacent to demolition site
services required during demolition process
located within structural elements
temporary
undocumented:
extensions
relocations.
Hazards that may cause fire or explosions are:
chemical-containing drums
dust, including coal, flour, wheat and sugar
hot work
flammable residues in pipework and storage tanks
pressurised containers:
fire extinguishers
gas cylinders
hydraulic accumulators
underground storage tanks.
Undiscovered hazards may include but are not limited to:
asbestos
biological waste, including animal faeces
chemicals
contaminated soils
process waste
syringes
termite damage
underground storage tanks.
Stormwater management may include:
contamination
discharge from site
sediment control.
Hazards that may cause trips, falls or falling objects must include:
equipment failure
movement of loads
partial demolition of building elements
pits
plant, tools and equipment and associated cables, hoses and lines
penetrations:
floor
roof
wall
stacked or stored debris, materials and waste
structural instability of building
uncleared rubble and accumulated loads on suspended slabs
working at heights.
Hazardous substances must include:
asbestos
flammable or toxic residues in pipework and storage tanks
lead-based paints
ozone depleting substances
polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs)
silica.
Structural composition and integrity of structures must include:
effect of fire on hazardous materials
fire-damaged structures
load-bearing ability of structural elements due to build-up of demolition debris
partially demolished building elements with sharp protrusions
pre- and post-tensioned concrete structures
precast components
ruinous structures
severely corroded, deteriorated or degraded structures
special structures
termite damaged structures.
Services:
must include:
air
chemical product (fuel)
electricity
electrical distribution assets
gas
hydraulic
services specific to manufacturing processes
steam
telecommunications
wastewater
water
may be:
overhead
underground
disconnected
live:
services adjacent to demolition site
services required during demolition process
located within structural elements
temporary
undocumented:
extensions
relocations.
Hazards that may cause fire or explosions are:
chemical-containing drums
dust, including coal, flour, wheat and sugar
hot work
flammable residues in pipework and storage tanks
pressurised containers:
fire extinguishers
gas cylinders
hydraulic accumulators
underground storage tanks.
Undiscovered hazards may include but are not limited to:
asbestos
biological waste, including animal faeces
chemicals
contaminated soils
process waste
syringes
termite damage
underground storage tanks.
Stormwater management may include:
contamination
discharge from site
sediment control.
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
This unit of competency could be assessed in the workplace by observation of the identification of hazards on demolition sites and the application of risk management strategies.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
A person should demonstrate the ability to:
locate, interpret and apply information, standards and specifications relevant to the identification of hazards and application of risk management strategies on demolition sites
comply with site safety plan and the requirements of WHS legislation, regulations and codes of practice applicable to workplace operations
comply with organisational policies and procedures and quality requirements
communicate and work effectively and safely with others
follow work instructions, operating procedures and inspection practices to identify hazards and apply risk management strategies on demolition sites.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment of this unit:
must be in the context of the work environment
must meet relevant compliance requirements.
Resource implications for assessment include:
realistic tasks covering the mandatory task requirements
relevant specifications and work instructions
support materials appropriate to activity
workplace instructions relating to safe work practices and addressing hazards and emergencies
information relevant to each task, such as safety data sheets.
Method of assessment
Assessment for this unit must verify the practical application of the required skills and knowledge, using a combination of the following methods:
direct observation of tasks in real work conditions
questioning to confirm the ability to consistently identify and correctly interpret the essential underpinning knowledge required for practical application
review of relevant authenticated documentation from third parties, such as existing supervisors, team leaders or specialist training staff.
Guidance information for assessment
This unit could be assessed on its own or in combination with other units relevant to the job function.
Reasonable adjustments for people with disabilities must be made to assessment processes where required. This could include access to modified equipment and other physical resources, and the provision of appropriate assessment support.
Assessment processes and techniques should, as far as is practical, take into account the language, literacy and numeracy capacity of the candidate in relation to the competency being assessed.
Overview of assessment
This unit of competency could be assessed in the workplace by observation of the identification of hazards on demolition sites and the application of risk management strategies.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
A person should demonstrate the ability to:
locate, interpret and apply information, standards and specifications relevant to the identification of hazards and application of risk management strategies on demolition sites
comply with site safety plan and the requirements of WHS legislation, regulations and codes of practice applicable to workplace operations
comply with organisational policies and procedures and quality requirements
communicate and work effectively and safely with others
follow work instructions, operating procedures and inspection practices to identify hazards and apply risk management strategies on demolition sites.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment of this unit:
must be in the context of the work environment
must meet relevant compliance requirements.
Resource implications for assessment include:
realistic tasks covering the mandatory task requirements
relevant specifications and work instructions
support materials appropriate to activity
workplace instructions relating to safe work practices and addressing hazards and emergencies
information relevant to each task, such as safety data sheets.
Method of assessment
Assessment for this unit must verify the practical application of the required skills and knowledge, using a combination of the following methods:
direct observation of tasks in real work conditions
questioning to confirm the ability to consistently identify and correctly interpret the essential underpinning knowledge required for practical application
review of relevant authenticated documentation from third parties, such as existing supervisors, team leaders or specialist training staff.
Guidance information for assessment
This unit could be assessed on its own or in combination with other units relevant to the job function.
Reasonable adjustments for people with disabilities must be made to assessment processes where required. This could include access to modified equipment and other physical resources, and the provision of appropriate assessment support.
Assessment processes and techniques should, as far as is practical, take into account the language, literacy and numeracy capacity of the candidate in relation to the competency being assessed.
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| OCO99 | CPCCDE3016 | Identify hazards on demolition sites and apply risk management strategies | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| J785 | CPC30413 | Certificate III in Demolition | Qualification |