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Apply laser safety procedures

Apply laser safety procedures

Unit of competency
National Code
DEFWHS008
State Code
AVO67
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
10/02/2021
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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 apply laser safety procedures.It includes the planning, preparation and application of laser safety procedures and control measures as well as the maintenance of appropriate laser safety records.This unit applies to those involved in applying laser safety procedures as a workplace responsibility. 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 Plan and prepare for the application of laser safety procedures
  • 1.1 Interpret notifications of activities that involve the use of lasers
  • 1.2 Identify class of laser and the hazards inherent in its use
  • 1.3 Identify and implement organisational policy and procedures related to laser operations
  • 1.4 Identify laser hazard areas to those likely to encounter them
  • 1.5 Determine personal protective equipment requirements
2 Apply laser safety procedures
  • 2.1 Apply and monitor passive laser safety measures
  • 2.2 Monitor use of PPE
  • 2.3 Monitor laser application in the workplace
3 Maintain documentation
  • 3.1 Report laser incidents
  • 3.2 Maintain records
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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