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Assess operational risk

Assess operational risk

Unit of competency
National Code
PUAEMR027
State Code
WE467
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Transition (Replaced)
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
17/08/2012
View on TGA
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
10/02/2015
Field of Education
091105 - Police Studies
Original Release Date
10/02/2015
Nominal Hours
25
Description
This unit describes the outcomes required to identify and assess risk in an operational environment.No licencing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Establish the risk context
  • 1.1 Objectives and scope are identified using organisational risk management standards and guidelines.
  • 1.2 Risk criteria are identified and confirmed as contained in organisational policies, procedures or supervisor guidance.
  • 1.3 Structurefor the planning required to conduct a risk assessment is determined.
  • 1.4 Stakeholder aims and objectives are identified and recorded in accordance with workplace procedures and guidelines.
2. Identify risk
  • 2.1 All possible sources of risk which may affect the situation or objectives are identified and recorded in consultation with stakeholders.
  • 2.2 Risks are identified using a specified methodology or tool in accordance with workplace procedures and guidelines.
  • 2.3 Risk statements describing consequences are generated.
3. Analyse risk
  • 3.1 Risks are analysed by estimating the likelihood of particular consequences occurring.
  • 3.2 Levels of risk are determined, documented and communicated in accordance with organisational policies and procedures.
4. Evaluate risk
  • 4.1 Levels of risk are prioritised for treatment.
  • 4.2 Calculated level of risk is compared to the established risk evaluation criteria, and communicated to supervisors.
  • 4.3 Risks are monitored and reviewed until appropriate treatment measures have been implemented.
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 in the Performance Criteria is detailed below.
Organisational risk management standards and guidelines may include:
Standard AS/NZS/ISO 31000:2009 Risk Management—Principles and Guidelines
regulatory or legislative requirements e.g. ohs act
environmental protection and sustainability regulations
industry standards and codes of practice
organisational charter/business plan
organisational ohs, risk management or resilience policies or operating procedures
Risk criteria may include:
the nature and types of causes and consequences that can occur and how they will be measured
how likelihood will be defined
the timeframe(s) of the likelihood and/or consequence(s)
how the level of risk is to be determined
the views of stakeholders
the level at which risk becomes acceptable or tolerable
whether combinations of multiple risks should be taken into account and, if so, how and which combinations should be considered
Structure for the planning may include:
documentation required
analysis tools which are required to conduct the assessment
approach taken to conduct the assessment
depth of assessment
Specified methodology or tools may include:
a risk matrix
analysis of risk registers
brainstorming
business continuity planning
examining any available data e.g. audit results/incident reports
expert judgement
focus groups
nomogram
scenario analysis
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Assessment must confirm the ability to define and identify risk language, definitions and terminology. Evidence must also be provided of stakeholder’s involvement throughout the process and that an informed analysis of the risks has been undertaken using tools and methodology approved by the organisation.
Consistency in performance
Competency should be demonstrated by gathering evidence over a range of workplace scenarios, using a variety of tools and methodology and should include the assessment of a variety of risks that may adversely impact on the organisation.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Context of assessment
Competency should be assessed in the workplace or under conditions that closely simulate the workplace
Specific resources for assessment
Access to:
organisational documentation
relevant organisational standards
appropriate tools and methods used within the organisation
simulated or real-world workplaces
Guidance information for assessment
Valid assessment of this unit requires:
a workplace environment or one that closely resembles normal work practice and replicates the range of conditions likely to be encountered when applying the principles of operational risk assessment, including coping with difficulties, irregularities and breakdowns in routine
application of the principles of operational risk assessment in a range of 3 or more contexts or occasions, over time.
Assessment methods should reflect but not exceed workplace demands, such as literacy, and the needs of individuals who might be disadvantaged.
Assessment methods suitable for valid and reliable assessment of this unit must use authenticated evidence from the workplace and/or training courses and may include a combination of two or more of:
workplace projects
simulation or role plays
case studies and scenarios
observation
portfolios
Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D5553 PUAEMR007B Conduct risk assessment Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OAZ30 PUAEMR006 Assess operational risk Unit of competency