Unit of competency Outline
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Contribute to the implementation of emergency procedures
Contribute to the implementation of emergency procedures
Unit of competency
National Code
BSBOHS405B
BSBOHS405B
State Code
D0899
D0899
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
14/08/2014
Field of Education
061301 - Occupational Health And Safety
Original Release Date
14/08/2014
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to contribute to the implementation of planning and response procedures for emergencies.No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of endorsement.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Identify potential emergencies
- 1.1. Apply knowledge of OHS hazards and standards to identify causes of potential emergencies
- 1.2. Seek input of stakeholders in identifying potential emergencies
- 1.3. Identify and liaise with appropriate specialist advisors and emergency agencies to identify causes of potential emergencies
- 1.4. Develop a risk register to identify potential emergencies and their causes
2. Identify options for initial response
- 2.1. Categorise major types of emergencies
- 2.2. Identify actions required to contain or limit potential emergencies
- 2.3. Identify actions required to limit impact on personnel, property and the environment
- 2.4. Identify requirements for liaison with emergency agencies
- 2.5. Prioritise actions to be taken during emergencies
3. Plan initial response procedures
- 3.1. Identify resources available and required for immediate response
- 3.2. Check emergency equipment to ensure serviceability, accessibility, cleanliness and correct location
- 3.3. Document actions required for a number of major types of emergency, taking account of standards, current industry practice, specialist advice and input by emergency agencies
- 3.4. Identify training needs and appropriate providers
4. Implement initial response procedures
- 4.1. Document and display actions for initial response
- 4.2. Understand and implement own role in emergency response
5. Contribute to post event activities
- 5.1. Identify and support other personnel in the second response phase
- 5.2. Make contributions to debriefing processes
6. Monitor emergency response and address deficiencies
- 6.1. Monitor responses to emergencies for efficiency and timeliness, in consultation with stakeholders and, as appropriate, specialist advisors and agencies
- 6.2. Document, and promptly and appropriately report results of monitoring to managers and key personnel
- 6.3. Identify areas for organisational and personal improvement and make recommendations for improvement in response to analysis of response taken
sources of potential harm in terms of human injury, ill health, damage to property, damage to the environment, or a combination of these, including:
biological
chemical
environment
mechanical and/or electrical
physical
psychosocial
radiological
nuclear
Australian Standards
industry-specific standards
international standards
emergencies requiring evacuation
explosion and bomb alerts
external emergencies and natural disasters, such as:
flood
storm
traffic accident
fire
explosion
hazardous substance spill
chemical spill
internal emergencies, such as:
loss of power
loss of water supply
structural collapse
security emergencies, such as:
armed robberies
intruders
disturbed persons
serious injury events
community
employees
health and safety, and other employee representatives
managers
OHS committee
supervisors
internal or external advisors in:
safety
chemicals
engineering
security
emergency response
fire
police
ambulance
government departments
hazardous materials response teams (Hazmat)
OHS authorities
lists of hazards
location of hazards
range of possible scenarios or circumstances under which an emergency could occur, including natural disasters
outcomes of any risk assessment or risk ranking
emergency response personnel and equipment
first aid personnel and equipment
emergency services personnel
clothing items such as coloured hats and vests
communication equipment
evacuation alarms
evacuation equipment, especially for people with a disability
fire extinguishers and equipment
torches
actions required if building cannot be re-occupied
containment of personnel in evacuation area
first aid
support/counselling of personnel involved or affected
biological
chemical
environment
mechanical and/or electrical
physical
psychosocial
radiological
nuclear
Australian Standards
industry-specific standards
international standards
emergencies requiring evacuation
explosion and bomb alerts
external emergencies and natural disasters, such as:
flood
storm
traffic accident
fire
explosion
hazardous substance spill
chemical spill
internal emergencies, such as:
loss of power
loss of water supply
structural collapse
security emergencies, such as:
armed robberies
intruders
disturbed persons
serious injury events
community
employees
health and safety, and other employee representatives
managers
OHS committee
supervisors
internal or external advisors in:
safety
chemicals
engineering
security
emergency response
fire
police
ambulance
government departments
hazardous materials response teams (Hazmat)
OHS authorities
lists of hazards
location of hazards
range of possible scenarios or circumstances under which an emergency could occur, including natural disasters
outcomes of any risk assessment or risk ranking
emergency response personnel and equipment
first aid personnel and equipment
emergency services personnel
clothing items such as coloured hats and vests
communication equipment
evacuation alarms
evacuation equipment, especially for people with a disability
fire extinguishers and equipment
torches
actions required if building cannot be re-occupied
containment of personnel in evacuation area
first aid
support/counselling of personnel involved or affected
Overview of assessment
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Evidence of the following is essential:
identification of a potential emergency
contribution to the implementation of procedures for preparing and responding to an emergency
evaluation of the effectiveness of the implementation strategies
knowledge of basic emergency prevention controls typically installed in a workplace.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure:
access to office equipment and resources
access to workplace documentation and actual workplaces.
Method of assessment
A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:
analysis of responses to case studies and scenarios
demonstration of procedures implemented in response to an emergency situation
direct questioning combined with review of portfolios of evidence and third party reports of on-the-job performance by the candidate
oral or written questioning to assess knowledge of information needs of emergency response personnel during reporting, arrival and response to an emergency
review of risk register developed to identify potential emergencies and their causes
written examples of reports on responses to emergency situations
review of documentation submitted to managers and key personnel outlining monitoring of emergency response.
Guidance information for assessment
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example:
BSBOHS403B Identify hazards and assess OHS risks
BSBOHS404B Contribute to the implementation of strategies to control OHS risk.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Evidence of the following is essential:
identification of a potential emergency
contribution to the implementation of procedures for preparing and responding to an emergency
evaluation of the effectiveness of the implementation strategies
knowledge of basic emergency prevention controls typically installed in a workplace.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure:
access to office equipment and resources
access to workplace documentation and actual workplaces.
Method of assessment
A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:
analysis of responses to case studies and scenarios
demonstration of procedures implemented in response to an emergency situation
direct questioning combined with review of portfolios of evidence and third party reports of on-the-job performance by the candidate
oral or written questioning to assess knowledge of information needs of emergency response personnel during reporting, arrival and response to an emergency
review of risk register developed to identify potential emergencies and their causes
written examples of reports on responses to emergency situations
review of documentation submitted to managers and key personnel outlining monitoring of emergency response.
Guidance information for assessment
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example:
BSBOHS403B Identify hazards and assess OHS risks
BSBOHS404B Contribute to the implementation of strategies to control OHS risk.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| C7793 | BSBOHS405A | Contribute to the implementation of emergency procedures | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| WE742 | BSBWHS510A | Contribute to implementing emergency procedures | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D347 | LGA30208 | Certificate III in Local Government (Health and Environment) | Qualification |
| D157 | BSB41407 | Certificate IV in Occupational Health and Safety | Qualification |