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Work safely with lasers

Work safely with lasers

Unit of competency
National Code
DEFWHS007
State Code
AVO66
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
10/02/2021
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 involves the skills and knowledge required to work safely with lasers.It includes identifying Australian Standard class lasers, understanding potential laser hazards, and preparing appropriate laser safety controls, labels and signage.This unit applies to identifying Australian Standard class lasers, understanding potential laser hazards, and preparing appropriate laser safety controls, labels and signage. 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 routine tasks in a range of familiar contexts.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Identify laser safety issues
  • 1.1 Identify potential laser source
  • 1.2 Identify type of laser and its Australian Standard class
  • 1.3 Identify dangers/risks associated with lasers
  • 1.4 Apply laser safety controls
  • 1.5 Identify and interpret laser warning signage
2 Apply safe work practices
  • 2.1 Identify lasers deployed in the workplace
  • 2.2 Identify and interpret laser exposure situations
  • 2.3 Identify and apply appropriate personal protective equipment
  • 2.4 Identify and adhere to other control measures
3 Report on workplace laser incidents
  • 3.1 Apply incident reporting procedures
  • 3.2 Comply with health surveillance requirements, including eye testing
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State Code National Code Title Type
AE492 DEFSS00028 Laser Safety Officer Skill Set Skill set
AWW1 DEF43315 Certificate IV in Work Health Safety Qualification