Unit of competency Outline
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Follow WHS practices and identify environmental hazards
Follow WHS practices and identify environmental hazards
Unit of competency
National Code
ICPSUP261
ICPSUP261
State Code
AUN10
AUN10
TGA Status
Deleted
Deleted
DTWD Status
Transition (Deleted)
Transition (Deleted)
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
16/09/2015
Field of Education
061301 - Occupational Health And Safety
Original Release Date
16/09/2015
Nominal Hours
60
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to maintain basic work health and safety (WHS) standards in the workplace. It applies to individuals who perform a range of mainly routine tasks in various sectors of the printing and graphic arts industry, using limited practical skills and fundamental knowledge in a defined context. They generally work under direct supervision.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Follow enterprise procedures for hazard identification and risk control
- 1.1 Hazards in 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 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 properly
3. Contribute to participative arrangements for management of WHS
- 3.1 WHS issues are raised with designated personnel according to enterprise procedures and relevant WHS legislation
- 3.2 Contributions to WHS management in the workplace are made within organisational procedures and scope of responsibilities and competencies
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Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D3257 | ICPSU261C | Follow OHS practices and identify environmental hazards | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AWB3 | ICP20115 | Certificate II in Printing and Graphic Arts (General) | Qualification |