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.
Relevant compliance documentation
may include:
legislative, organisation and site requirements and procedures
manufacturer's guidelines and specifications
Australian standards
code of practice
Employment and workplace relations legislation
Equal Employment Opportunity and Disability Discrimination legislation
Risk is defined as:
the chance of something happening that will have an impact upon objectives. It is measured in terms of consequences and likelihood
Risk Management is defined as:
the systematic application of management policies, procedures and practices to the tasks of identifying, analysing, assessing, treating and monitoring risk
Risk Assessment is defined as:
the process used to determine risk management priorities by evaluating and comparing the level of risk against predetermined standards, target risk levels or other criteria
Parameters of the risk management task may include:
objectives
system boundaries
hazard and consequence type
methods/team processes
timing, venue/locations
consultation and communication processes
Hazard is defined as:
a source of potential harm or a situation with a potential to cause loss
Hazards may involve:
equipment and materials
people
methods/plans/work systems
the work environment
Loss scenarios may include:
hazards described as:
incidents
events or
accidents
Likelihood is used as:
a qualitative description of probability and frequency
Consequence is defined as:
the outcome of an event or situation expressed qualitatively or quantitatively, being a loss, injury, disadvantage or gain
Risk level is determined by:
combination of likelihood and consequence
Risk Acceptance is defined as:
an informed decision to accept the likelihood and the consequences of a particular risk. The criteria for acceptability of risks must be determined by the organisation's internal policy, goals and/or objectives
Risk Control is defined as:
that part of risk management which involves the provision of policies, standards and 2procedures to eliminate, avoid or minimise adverse risks facing an enterprise
Risk controls may include:
those focussed on personal safety - e.g., personal protective equipment, medical standards, drug and alcohol, stress management, evacuation procedures, fitness for duty
those focussed on equipment/machinery safety - e.g., isolation, protection and guarding
hazard identification and monitoring
procedures for incident/emergency circumstances e.g. fire safety procedures, chemical safety procedures
Hierarchy of control should be considered using option types in sequence from:
eliminating the hazard
substitution
engineering controls
administrative controls (work procedures, etc), and finally
personal protective equipment (PPE)
Safety regulations and procedures may contain:
legislation and regulations
relevant Australian standards
management plans
OHS policies
code of practice
manufacturer's instructions
Work procedures may include:
standard operating procedures (SOPs)
safe operating procedures (SOPs)
safe work procedures (SWPs)
safe job procedures (SJPs)
Audit is defined as:
a systematic examination against defined criteria to determine whether activities and related results conform to planned arrangement, and whether these arrangements are implemented effectively and are suitable to achieve the organisation's policy and objectives
Audits may be:
conducted internally, or may use external personnel
aspects to be audited may include:
parameters of the risk management task
the process and resulting documentation used for risk management
work procedures
implementation plans and processes
results of reviews of implementation
Risk management documentation and reports may include:
objectives
parameters of the risk management task
methodology
results and recommendations
the risk assessment forms
action planning documents

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
The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit must be relevant to worksite operations and satisfy all of the requirements of the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge and the range statement of this unit and include evidence of the following:
knowledge of the requirements, procedures and instructions to carry out the risk management processes
implementation of appropriate procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient carrying out of risk management processes
working with others to plan, prepare and conduct risk management processes
provision of clear and timely instruction and supervision by the individual of those involved in carrying out the risk management processes
evidence of the consistent successful application in carrying out the risk management processes
Context of and specific resources for assessment
This unit must be assessed in the context of the work environment. Where personal safety or environmental damage are limiting factors, assessment may occur in a simulated environment provided it is realistic and sufficiently rigorous to cover all aspects of workplace performance, including task skills, task management skills, contingency management skills and job role environment skills.
The assessment environment should not disadvantage the participant. For example, language, literacy and numeracy demands of assessment should not be greater than those required on the job.
Customisation of assessment and delivery environment to sensitively accommodate cultural diversity.
Aboriginal people and other people from a non English speaking background may have second language issues.
Assessment of this competency requires typical resources normally used in a resources and infrastructure sector environment. Selection and use of resources for particular worksites may differ due to the site circumstances.
Where applicable, physical resources should include equipment modified for people with disabilities.
Access must be provided to appropriate learning and/or assessment support when required.
Method of assessment
This unit may be assessed in a holistic way with other units of competency. The assessment strategy for this unit must verify required knowledge and skill and practical application using more than one of the following assessment methods:
written and/or oral assessment of the candidate's required knowledge
observed, documented and/or first hand testimonial evidence of the candidate's:
implementation of appropriate procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient achievement of the required outcomes
consistently achieving the required outcomes
first hand testimonial evidence of the candidate's:
working with others to plan, prepare and carry out the risk management processes
provision of clear and timely instruction and supervision by the individual of those involved in carrying out the risk management processes
Guidance information for assessment
Consult the SkillsDMC User Guide for further information on assessment including access and equity issues.