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Manage workplace risk in a Gas Industry facility

Manage workplace risk in a Gas Industry facility

Unit of competency
National Code
UEGNSG119A
State Code
S5313
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
24/04/2006
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
07/05/2008
Field of Education
061301 - Occupational Health And Safety
Original Release Date
07/05/2008
Nominal Hours
60
Description
1)
This Unit covers the managing of risk management systems and practices in the workplace. This competency standard refers to Risk Management principles; Risk Management Plans; Appropriate persons; Authorisation; Risks; Hazards; Control measures; Relevant documentation; Legislative requirements; Emergency exercises; Emergency appliances; Contingency plans and Safety devices.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Manage the identification and development of a risk management system using risk management principles
  • 1.1 OHS principles and practices and Environmental and Sustainable Energy procedures which may influence the systems are reviewed and determined
  • 1.2 Purpose of the risk management plan is established after data is analysed and expected outcomes are confirmed with the appropriate persons
  • 1.3 Organisational established procedures on policies and specifications for the development of a risk management plan are obtained
  • 1.4 Work roles and tasks are allocated according to requirements and individual's competencies
  • 1.5 Work is prioritised and sequenced for the most effective outcome, completed within an acceptable timeframe to a quality standard and in accordance with established procedures
  • 1.6 Liaison and communication issues with authorised persons, authorities and clients are resolved and activities coordinated to carry out work
2 Manage the minimisation of risks in the work environment for specific projects
  • 2.1 Decisions regarding the risk management plan are made on the basis of safety and effective outcomes according to requirements and established procedures
  • 2.2 Essential Knowledge and Associated Skills are applied to analyse specific data and compare it with compliance specifications to ensure completion of the project within an agreed timeframe according to requirements
  • 2.3 Risk management plan and critical incident report responsibilities are confirmed and managed for specific project activities to minimise risk
  • 2.4 Project schedule to establish time frame, work activities and procurement of materials is approved
  • 2.5 Procedures and work instructions are received and approved for project activities according to the risk management plan
  • 2.6 Appropriate persons are counselled, where appropriate, for compliance with company risk management policies, standard operating procedures and relevant documentation
  • 2.7 Appropriate persons are assessed to ensure they comply with the company/site-specific procedures, health, safety and environmental requirements
  • 2.8 Project compliance to risk management plan is evaluated and reported and approved in accordance with company policies, procedures and relevant documentation processes
3 Manage and review critical incident contingency plans
  • 3.1 Critical incident report is received for evaluation to determine appropriate remedial measures according to company policies, procedures and relevant documentation processes are completed
  • 3.2 Appropriate persons are authorised for training and qualified to the type of emergency exercises required according to company policies, procedures and relevant documentation processes are completed
  • 3.3 Emergency appliances are authorised for selection and secured appropriate to the type of emergency exercise required according to company policies and procedures
  • 3.4 Emergency appliances and safety devices are authorised for testing according to company standard operating policies and procedures, legislative requirements and manufacturers specifications
  • 3.5 Emergency exercises are authorised and conducted according to developed contingency plans and monitored for performance and recorded accordingly
  • 3.6 Final inspections of the risk management plan are undertaken to ensure they comply with all requirements and include all specifications and documentations needed to complete the project
  • 3.7 Risk management plan report is submitted to relevant persons for approval
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AYH33 UTGNGS603A Manage Workplace Risk Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
S8148 UEGNSG119B Manage workplace risk in a gas industry facility Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
S499 UEG60106 Advanced Diploma of Gas Industry Operations Qualification