Unit of competency Outline
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Follow OHS practices and identify environmental hazards
Follow OHS practices and identify environmental hazards
Unit of competency
National Code
ICPSU261C
ICPSU261C
State Code
D3257
D3257
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
09/09/2014
Field of Education
061301 - Occupational Health And Safety
Original Release Date
09/09/2014
Nominal Hours
60
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to maintain basic OHS standards required in the workplace. OHS is integrated into all other units.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Follow enterprise procedures for hazard identification and risk control
- 1.1. Hazards in the work area are recognised and reported to designated personnel according to enterprise procedures
- 1.2. Enterprise procedures and work instructions for assessing and controlling risks for own area of responsibility are followed accurately while under direct supervision
- 1.3. Enterprise procedures for dealing with accidents, fire and emergencies are followed whenever necessary within scope of responsibilities and competencies
2. Follow enterprise procedures for the control of environmental discharges/emissions
- 2.1. Abnormal or unacceptable emission levels are recognised and reported according to enterprise procedures
- 2.2. Waste removal from work area complies with enterprise procedures and environmental regulations
- 2.3. Containment procedures are applied according to standard operating procedures where required
- 2.4. Correct safety procedures are followed and personal protective equipment used correctly
3. Contribute to participative arrangements for the management of OHS
- 3.1. OHS issues are raised with designated personnel according to enterprise procedures and relevant OHS legislation
- 3.2. Contributions to OHS management in the workplace are made within organisational procedures and scope of responsibilities and competencies
RANGE STATEMENT
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
Enterprise procedures may include:
hazard policies and procedures
emergency, fire and accident procedures
procedures for the use of personal protective clothing and equipment
hazard identification and issue resolution procedures
job procedures and work instructions.
Scope may include:
application of relevant OHS legislation and codes of practice including duties and responsibilities of all parties under general duty of care legislation.
Emissions/discharges may include:
noise
light
gas
smoke
odour
vapour
liquids/solids
particulates
fumes.
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
Enterprise procedures may include:
hazard policies and procedures
emergency, fire and accident procedures
procedures for the use of personal protective clothing and equipment
hazard identification and issue resolution procedures
job procedures and work instructions.
Scope may include:
application of relevant OHS legislation and codes of practice including duties and responsibilities of all parties under general duty of care legislation.
Emissions/discharges may include:
noise
light
gas
smoke
odour
vapour
liquids/solids
particulates
fumes.
EVIDENCE GUIDE
The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Overview of assessment
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Evidence of the ability to:
operating safely in the workplace
a record of at least one month of following safe working practices
evidence for assessment may be gathered from assessment of the unit of competency alone or through an integrated assessment activity.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure:
assessment may take place on the job, off the job or a combination of these
off the job assessment must be undertaken in a closely simulated workplace environment.
Method of assessment
A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:
direct questioning combined with review of portfolios of evidence and third party workplace reports of on-the-job performance by the candidate.
Guidance information for assessment
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended.
The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Overview of assessment
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Evidence of the ability to:
operating safely in the workplace
a record of at least one month of following safe working practices
evidence for assessment may be gathered from assessment of the unit of competency alone or through an integrated assessment activity.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure:
assessment may take place on the job, off the job or a combination of these
off the job assessment must be undertaken in a closely simulated workplace environment.
Method of assessment
A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:
direct questioning combined with review of portfolios of evidence and third party workplace reports of on-the-job performance by the candidate.
Guidance information for assessment
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D0507 | ICPSU261B | Follow OHS practices and identify environmental hazards | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AUN10 | ICPSUP261 | Follow WHS practices and identify environmental hazards | Unit of competency |