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Follow safe manual handling practices

Follow safe manual handling practices

Unit of competency
National Code
HLTHSE204C
State Code
D8299
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
40
Description
DescriptorThis unit is concerned with the workers ability to carry out their work in a safe manner within the health care environmentWork will usually be performed within a prescribed range of functions involving known routines and procedures
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Follow organisation procedures, for a particular task, to minimise risk of injury
  • 1.1 Use appropriate posture and handling techniques to reduce muscle load on exertion
  • 1.2 Manage work tasks involving vibration in accordance with workplace policies and procedures
  • 1.3 Use appropriate manual handling techniques and equipment to meet customer needs within own scope of responsibility
  • 1.4 Package loads appropriately for easy handling
  • 1.5 Follow lifting limitations prescribed within relevant guidelines
  • 1.6 Use safe work practices in handling loads
  • 1.7 Wear appropriate personal protective equipment
2. Utilise and implement strategies as directed to improve workplace organisation
  • 2.1 Identify OHS hazards, assess risk and report to supervisor
  • 2.2 Contribute to workplace design and task analysis to ensure appropriate work areas are developed
  • 2.3 Follow workplace policies and procedures in relation to pacing and scheduling of tasks
  • 2.4 Carry out equipment and environmental maintenance in accordance with a workplace preventative maintenance schedule
  • 2.5 Follow workplace procedures for reporting symptoms and injuries to self and or others
  • 2.6 Follow workplace procedures for any return to work program
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
C9305 HLTHSE204B Follow safe manual handling practices Unit of competency
C5059 HLTHSE4A Follow safe manual handling practices Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
WD173 HLTHSE204D Follow safe manual handling practices Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
D040 HLT31107 Certificate III in Sterilisation Services Qualification