Unit of competency Outline
Date retreived
22/07/2026 6:06 AM AWST
22/07/2026 6:06 AM AWST
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Follow health, safety and security procedures
Follow health, safety and security procedures
Unit of competency
National Code
SITXOHS001B
SITXOHS001B
State Code
WA623
WA623
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
10/02/2014
Field of Education
061301 - Occupational Health And Safety
Original Release Date
10/02/2014
Nominal Hours
15
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to follow predetermined health, safety and security procedures. It requires the ability to incorporate safe work practices into all workplace activities and to participate in the organisation's OHS management practices.OHS legislation in all Australian states and territories imposes obligations on employees to participate in the management of their own health and safety and that of their colleagues and anyone else in the workplace. They have a duty to cooperate with their employer's initiatives to ensure safety at work. No occupational licensing or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of endorsement.This unit is one of three hierarchical units describing varying levels of participation in OHS management practices:SITX0HS001B Follow health, safety and security proceduresSITXOHS004B Implement and monitor workplace health, safety and security practicesSITXOHS005A Establish and maintain an OHS system.The use of correct hygiene practices is covered in SITXOHS002A Follow workplace hygiene procedures.The processes necessary to control specific workplace safety risks are covered in SITXOHS003B Identify hazards, and assess and control safety risks.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Follow workplace procedures for health, safety and security.
- 1.1 Correctly and consistently follow the organisation's health, safety and security procedures according to relevant legislative requirements.
- 1.2 Incorporate safe work practices into all workplace activities.
- 1.3 Follow the safety directions of supervisors or managers and heed any workplace safety warning signs.
- 1.4 Use any required protective equipment and wear required personal protective clothing.
- 1.5 Identify and promptly report unsafe work practices, issues and breaches of health, safety and security procedures.
- 1.6 Report any suspicious behaviour or unusual occurrences promptly to the designated person.
2 Follow procedures for emergency situations.
- 2.1 Recognise emergency and potential emergency situations promptly and determine or take required actions within the scope of individual responsibility.
- 2.2 Follow the organisation's emergency procedures correctly.
- 2.3 Seek assistance promptly from colleagues or other authorities where appropriate.
- 2.4 Report details of emergency situations accurately according to organisation procedures.
3 Participate in the organisation's OHS practices.
- 3.1 Participate in OHS management practices developed by the organisation to ensure a safe workplace.
- 3.2 Actively participate in the OHS consultation processes and identify and report safety and procedural issues requiring attention.
- 3.3 Ensure immediate work area is free from hazards, participate in scheduled hazard identification activities and report hazards on an ongoing basis.
- 3.4 Participate in risk assessments and suggest appropriate ways of controlling risk.
- 3.5 Raise OHS issues and concerns with designated persons according to organisation and legislative requirements.
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Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| S6731 | SITXOHS001A | Follow health, safety and security procedures | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| WF812 | SITXWHS101 | Participate in safe work practices | Unit of competency |