Unit of competency Outline
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Work safely with explosive ordnance
Work safely with explosive ordnance
Unit of competency
National Code
DEFEXO001
DEFEXO001
State Code
AVS35
AVS35
TGA Status
Current
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Approved
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 achieve a safe work environment when working with explosives.This unit applies to those working in any installation or organisation involved in the storage, distribution, maintenance and use of explosives; this includes but is not limited to research and development establishments, and proof and experimental establishments.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 and as part of a team, under direct and/or indirect supervision, use discretion and judgement, and take responsibility for the quality of their output. They would perform routine tasks in a range of contexts.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Access and apply safety procedures
- 1.1 Access and apply safety procedures and instructions
- 1.2 Identify, act upon and/or report breaches in site safety
- 1.3 Select load handling and shifting method in accordance with identified requirements for particular goods
- 1.4 Check handling equipment for conformity with workplace requirements and manufacturer’s guidelines
- 1.5 Check suitable signage for compliance with workplace procedures
2 Apply personal safety measures
- 2.1 Select, fit and don personal protective equipment
- 2.2 Establish and maintain safety of immediate working area and equipment
- 2.3 Obtain relevant authorisation before specialised and hazardous work is carried out
- 2.4 Identify and report incidents and injuries
3 Apply dangerous goods and hazardous substances requirements
- 3.1 Recognise individual responsibilities regarding dangerous goods and hazardous substances
- 3.2 Identify and recognise dangerous goods and hazardous substances’ labels and characteristics
- 3.3 Report to supervisor where dangerous goods or hazardous materials do not appear to be appropriately marked
- 3.4 Store dangerous goods and hazardous substances in accordance with the relevant compatibility, separation constraints and security requirements
- 3.5 Handle dangerous goods and hazardous substances
4 Apply net explosive quantity and compatibility
- 4.1 Identify licensing limitations
- 4.2 Apply net explosive quantity
- 4.3 Apply compatibility
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