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Work safely in autonomous environments

Work safely in autonomous environments

Unit of competency
National Code
RIIARO301
State Code
ODB86
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
19/10/2022
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
10/09/2021
Field of Education
061301 - Occupational Health And Safety
Original Release Date
10/09/2021
Nominal Hours
20
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to work safely in autonomous environments in the resources and infrastructure industries including preparing for and safely carrying out work activities in proximity to autonomous systems and components.It applies to those working in sitebased roles. They generally work in proximity to or directly with ground based mobile or fixed autonomous and semiautonomous systems and components, using some discretion and judgement in selecting equipment, services or contingency measures.Licensing, legislative and certification requirements that apply to this unit can vary between states, territories and industry sectors. Users must check requirements with relevant body before applying the unit.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Plan and prepare to work safely in proximity to autonomous systems and components
  • 1.1 Obtain, interpret, confirm and clarify work instructions
  • 1.2 Identify and confirm autonomous systems and components in proximity to work activity
  • 1.3 Access, interpret and apply documentation required to work safely in proximity to autonomous systems and components and confirm work activity is compliant
  • 1.4 Select and wear personal protective equipment according to site requirements
  • 1.5 Select and obtain tools and equipment required for work activity in proximity to autonomous systems and components
  • 1.6 Obtain permits and clearances according to job and site requirements
  • 1.7 Identify potential risks and hazards, implement control measures within scope of own role, and escalate where required
  • 1.8 Obtain and interpret emergency procedures and identify steps required to respond to emergencies
2. Carry out work activity in proximity to autonomous systems and components
  • 2.1 Carry out pre-start checks according to site requirements
  • 2.2 Check and confirm work area is in safe proximity to autonomous systems and components according to manufacturer specifications and site requirements
  • 2.3 Enter designated work area according to autonomous system and component manufacturer specifications and site requirements
  • 2.4 Coordinate designated work activities within scope of own role and communicate with others
  • 2.5 Carry out work activity in required proximity to autonomous systems and components
  • 2.6 Monitor risks and hazards, implement control measures within scope of own role, and escalate where required
  • 2.7 Report on monitoring systems and alarms according to site requirements and respond within scope of own role, and escalate where required
  • 2.8 Complete designated work activity according to job requirement
  • 2.9 Exit work area according to autonomous system and component manufacturer specifications and site requirements
  • 2.10 Complete records and documentation according to site requirements
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State Code National Code Title Type
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