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Carry out work-based risk control processes

Carry out work-based risk control processes

Unit of competency
National Code
CPCPCM4011
State Code
OCO69
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
23/12/2020
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
01/06/2021
Field of Education
080301 - Business Management
Original Release Date
01/06/2021
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit specifies the skills and knowledge required to carry out work-based risk control processes. In some jurisdictions, this unit of competency may form part of accreditation, licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Identify risks.
  • 1.1 Obtain information and data to determine the nature and scope of workplace risks and risk controls.
  • 1.2 Inspect site conditions and functions for potential hazards.
  • 1.3 Document potential hazards.
  • 1.4 Access relevant information to determine situations covered by existing procedures.
  • 1.5 Classify type and scope of hazards not covered by existing procedures.
2 Assess risk.
  • 2.1 Consider and determine the likelihood of an event happening.
  • 2.2 Evaluate and determine consequences of the potential event.
  • 2.3 Consider and determine risk level by combining likelihood and consequence evaluations.
  • 2.4 Refer unacceptable risk to the appropriate person or action according to own authority and capacity.
3 Apply a course of action for acceptable risks.
  • 3.1 Conduct a detailed analysis of options.
  • 3.2 Identify resource requirements to manage risks.
  • 3.3 Select the most appropriate action to manage or resolve the risk.
4 Complete records and reports.
  • 4.1 Document actions resulting from the risk assessment activity according to workplace procedures and regulatory authorities’ requirements.
  • 4.2 Document safety information and procedures.
5 Review effectiveness of risk control measures.
  • 5.1 Establish a systematic review process of risk control measures.
  • 5.2 Identify appropriate communication methods to inform associated persons of the control measures to safe operating procedures.
  • 5.3 Develop a risk control policy and procedure based on the findings of the risk control review process.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WF847 CPCPCM4011A Carry out work-based risk control processes Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BGC7 CPC40920 Certificate IV in Plumbing and Services Qualification