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Maintain a safe work environment

Maintain a safe work environment

Unit of competency
National Code
ICPSUP2600
State Code
OBQ74
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
06/05/2020
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
20/08/2020
Field of Education
061301 - Occupational Health And Safety
Original Release Date
20/08/2020
Nominal Hours
30
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to contribute to and maintain work health and safety (WHS) requirements are followed in printing and graphic arts workplaces.It applies to individuals who perform a range of mainly routine tasks, using limited practical skills and fundamental knowledge in a defined context. They generally work under direct supervision.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Confirm work area meets WHS requirements
  • 1.1 Check WHS documentation is accessible and signage is visible
  • 1.2 Identify personal protective equipment (PPE) required for the task
  • 1.3 Identify safety devices present in the workplace
  • 1.4 Confirm materials and equipment are safely stored and required ventilation is available
  • 1.5 Remove waste from work area in accordance with WHS procedures and Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) regulations
  • 1.6 Assess and control risks for own area of responsibility while under direct supervision according to enterprise procedures
  • 1.7 Monitor and measure emission levels according to enterprise procedures and report abnormal or unacceptable levels to required personnel
2. Contribute to WHS in the workplace
  • 2.1 Report risks and hazards in the workplace to required personnel according to enterprise procedures and relevant WHS requirements
  • 2.2 Make contributions to participative arrangements for WHS management in the workplace within scope of own role
  • 2.3 Identify areas for improvement for WHS in workplace and escalate to required personnel according to enterprise procedures
3. Adjust workspace to meet workplace health and safety requirements
  • 3.1 Adjust furniture and equipment to suit ergonomic requirements
  • 3.2 Adjust lighting to ensure healthy and safe glare and lighting levels according to enterprise procedures and WHS standards
  • 3.3 Confirm work space meets enterprise and WHS requirements for computer operation
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AUN93 ICPSUP260 Maintain a safe work environment Unit of competency