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Identify and respond to risks associated with hyperbaric therapy

Identify and respond to risks associated with hyperbaric therapy

Unit of competency
National Code
HLTHY506C
State Code
D8305
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
25/03/2011
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
22/07/2011
Field of Education
061301 - Occupational Health And Safety
Original Release Date
22/07/2011
Nominal Hours
80
Description
DescriptorThis unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required of employees with supervisory accountability to implement and monitor a risk management strategy when introducing new equipment, materials and procedures into a hyperbaric system for safe operation
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Develop a risk management strategy for a hyperbaric system
  • 1.1 Clearly and accurately explain relevant information about the risk management process to the work group
  • 1.2 Establish the context in which the hyperbaric system will be utilised
  • 1.3 Identify potential hazards and the associated risks
  • 1.4 Develop and document procedures for selection of risk control measures in accordance with the hierarchy of control to manage risk in an enriched oxygen environment
  • 1.5 Ensure clients are informed about potential risks associated with hyperbaric therapy and are included in decision-making processes before therapy is initiated
2. Implement the hyperbaric system's risk management strategy.
  • 2.1 Assess risk of equipment entering the hyperbaric system
  • 2.2 Assess risk of materials present within the client's hood
  • 2.3 Develop and maintain procedures for the implementation of risk control measures in accordance with the hierarchy of controls
  • 2.4 Document risk management outcomes in the hazard registry
3. Review risk assessment for equipment or material being used in an enriched oxygen environment.
  • 3.1 Review literature of incidents / accidents involving enriched oxygen environments
  • 3.2 Design an audit tool to provide information on adequacy of risk management procedures
  • 3.3 Complete regular audits and document results
  • 3.4 Review results and identify inadequacies in existing risk control measures in accordance with the hierarchy of control
  • 3.5 Promptly provide resources enabling implementation of new measures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
C9311 HLTHY506B Identify and respond to risks associated with hyperbaric therapy Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
WD179 HLTHY506D Identify and respond to risks associated with hyperbaric therapy Unit of competency
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