Elements and Performance Criteria

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. Add any 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.
Assess equipment, materials and environment using the following hazard identification methods:
checking equipment or the work station and work area before work commences and during work
workplace inspections
responding to physical cues that ergonomics are ineffective and need adjustment
on-the-job housekeeping checks (e.g. spills, furniture out of place, loose hand rails, curling mats, frayed cords, etc.)
anticipation of potential hazards.
Occupational health and safety issues may include:
hazards relating to the physical environment
workplace stress
occupational violence, including bullying
workplace emergencies.
Workplace procedures may relate to:
risk identification and control procedures
hazard reporting procedures
emergency procedures
incident and near miss reporting and recording procedures
safe work instructions
use and storage of chemicals
use of personal protective clothing and equipment
occupational health and safety signs and symbols
use of infection control precautions
use of first aid equipment.
Occupational health and safety legislation may include:
federal, and state or territory occupational health and safety Acts, regulations and codes of practice, including:
regulations and codes of practice relating to hazards present in the workplace
general duty of care under occupational health and safety legislation and common law
provisions relating to roles and responsibilities of health and safety representatives or committees
provisions relating to resolving occupational health and safety issues.
Personal protective clothing and safety equipment may include:
gloves
chemical protective clothing
helmets and shields
personal duress alarms
communication technology, including radios
breathing apparatus
fire extinguishers and fire response equipment
security screening equipment.

The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, the range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for this Training Package.
Overview of assessment
Evidence for assessment must be gathered over a significant period of time and in conjunction with evidence gathered for all other units that have a component of workplace health and safety. This may require opportunities for candidates to demonstrate performance in a number of locations or service areas in the organisation relevant to the range of responsibilities they may be given.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
In addition to integrated demonstration of the elements and their related performance criteria, look for evidence that confirms:
the knowledge requirements of this unit
the skill requirements of this unit
application of employability skills as they relate to this unit
the application of workplace safety procedures followed in a range of contexts (two or more) over time.
Context of and specific resources 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 by an individual when following workplace safety procedures, including coping with difficulties, irregularities and changes to routine
copies of legislation, policies, procedures and guidelines relating to workplace health and safety
access to appropriate learning and assessment support when required.
Method of assessment
The following assessment methods are suggested:
observation of performance in routine workplace activities within a range of agreed responsibilities and in various work locations
written and/or oral questioning to assess knowledge and understanding
completion of workplace documents and reports produced as part of routine work activities
third-party reports from experienced practitioners
completion of performance feedback from supervisors and colleagues.
Guidance information for assessment
Assessment methods should reflect workplace demands, and any identified special needs of the candidate, including language and literacy implications and cultural factors that may affect responses to the questions.
In all cases where practical assessment is used it will be combined with targeted questioning to assess the underpinning knowledge.