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Identify and monitor radiation hazards

Identify and monitor radiation hazards

Unit of competency
National Code
DEFWHS001
State Code
AVO73
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
10/02/2021
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
05/08/2016
Field of Education
061301 - Occupational Health And Safety
Original Release Date
05/08/2016
Nominal Hours
0
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to identify and monitor radiation hazards.It includes effective identification of sources of radiation, non-ionising and ionising radiations, and implementing hazard controls.This unit applies to Defence personnel involved in identifying and monitoring radiation hazards as part of a workplace responsibility but is applicable to all individuals who work in this field. Those undertaking this unit would work independently or as part of a team, under indirect supervision. They must be able to use discretion and judgement and take responsibility for the quality of their outputs. They would perform complex tasks in a range of familiar contexts.Licensing conditions may be required for those working in this field.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Identify workplace radiation hazards
  • 1.1 Identify source of radiation and/or equipment
  • 1.2 Identify and access existing organisational records relevant to the radiation
  • 1.3 Apply regulatory requirements, including those contained in organisational procedures, throughout the operation
  • 1.4 Take immediate action to bring source of radiation under control
  • 1.5 Conduct consultation with stakeholders
2 Monitor radiation abatement plans or controls
  • 2.1 Monitor pre-existing controls and determine controls are adequate
  • 2.2 Record and report breaches of protocols, plans and local controls
  • 2.3 Inspect monitoring equipment regularly, where installed
3 Maintain workplace radiation records/ documentation
  • 3.1 Maintain radiation safety management plans
  • 3.2 Maintain equipment/instrument deployment and maintenance records/documentation
  • 3.3 Maintain inventory of radiation sources
  • 3.4 Maintain records of radiation exposure
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