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Implement and coordinate rail safety and OH&S risk-control strategies
Implement and coordinate rail safety and OH&S risk-control strategies
Unit of competency
National Code
TLIF4088A
TLIF4088A
State Code
S8303
S8303
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
13/07/2012
Field of Education
061301 - Occupational Health And Safety
Original Release Date
13/07/2012
Nominal Hours
50
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to implement and coordinate rail safety and OH&S risk-control strategies in accordance with regulatory and legislative requirements. It includes accessing rail safety and OH&S information, developing risk-control procedures, selecting and implementing risk controls, and contributing to monitoring and evaluating their effectiveness. Licensing or certification requirements may be applicable to this unit.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Access information about rail safety, OH&S and organisational policies and procedures
- 1.1 Relevant provisions of rail safety and OH&S legislation and codes of practice are identified and accessed
- 1.2 Information on organisational rail safety and OH&S policies and procedures is stored in a readily accessible location and manner
- 1.3 Information is accurately interpreted and clearly explained to the appropriate personnel
2 Develop options to control rail safety and OH&S risks
- 2.1 Hazard register, outcomes of previous incident investigations, and risk assessments are reviewed to identify possible rail safety and OH&S hazards and/or risks requiring control action
- 2.2 Rail safety, OH&S legislation and standards are used to develop a range of options to control specific risks in the workplace
- 2.3 Principles of the hierarchy of control are applied when developing risk-control options
- 2.4 Where appropriate, input is sought from stakeholders and workplace personnel
- 2.5 If required, advice from rail safety and OH&S specialists and technical advisors is sought
3 Select appropriate options to control rail safety and OH&S risks
- 3.1 Outcomes of risk assessments are used to select appropriate options to control risks
- 3.2 Selected risk controls are prioritised
- 3.3 Factors that may potentially limit effectiveness of controls are identified
- 3.4 Where appropriate, stakeholders and workplace personnel are consulted when selecting appropriate control options
- 3.5 Recommended risk controls are communicated to stakeholders and workplace personnel
4 Implement rail safety and OH&S risk controls
- 4.1 Appropriate authority and relevant resources to implement controls are identified and applied
- 4.2 Actions required to control risks are implemented
- 4.3 Stakeholders and workplace personnel are consulted with and involved in the implementation of risk controls
5 Contribute to monitoring and evaluating the effectiveness of risk controls
- 5.1 Effectiveness of implemented risk controls is evaluated, in consultation with stakeholders where necessary
- 5.2 Compliance with any new procedures is monitored and documented in accordance with organisational procedures
- 5.3 If required, workplace sources of information and data are accessed to evaluate effectiveness of risk controls and to check for new hazards introduced as a result of controls
- 5.4 Areas for further improvement are identified in consultation with stakeholders and appropriate action is taken
- 5.5 Where requested, assistance is provided in developing and documenting an improvement plan
RANGE STATEMENT
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance.
Associated interfaces and stakeholders may include:
federal, state and local authorities
emergency services
transport authorities
land owners
local residents
local community groups
utility service providers
other rail infrastructure managers
other work groups
employees
contractors
unions
Readily accessible locations may include:
organisational intranet
site offices
depots
personal electronic devices
vehicles
Workplace hazards may include:
chemicals and other hazardous substances
movement of equipment, goods and vehicles
broken and damaged tools and equipment
inflammable materials and fire hazards
lifting practices
extremes in weather conditions
lighting levels
uneven and slippery surfaces
water hazards
traffic flows
vehicle and equipment operation
rail traffic
overhead line equipment
signal and electrical equipment
bridges, tunnels, cuttings and pits
Responsibilities in the implementation and monitoring of rail safety and OH&S may include:
providing rail safety and OH&S information to personnel
consultation and participating in meetings on rail safety and OH&S matters
implementing and monitoring emergency procedures and responses
assessing and controlling rail safety and OH&S risks
reporting rail safety and OH&S issues and incidents
resolving rail safety and OH&S issues
participating in rail safety and OH&S audits and workplace inspections
Controlling rail safety and OH&S risks may include:
measures to remove the cause of a risk at its source
consultation with workers and their representatives
application of the hierarchy of control, namely:
elimination of the risk
engineering controls
administrative controls
Workplace sources of information and data may include:
rail safety and OH&S audits and inspection reports
health surveillance and workplace environmental monitoring records
records of instruction and training
manufacturer and supplier information, including material safety data sheets (MSDS) and dangerous goods storage lists
hazardous substances registers
maintenance and testing reports
workers compensation and rehabilitation records
first aid and medical post records
Depending on the type of organisation concerned and the local terminology used, organisational procedures may include:
company procedures
enterprise procedures
workplace procedures
established procedures
Information and documents may include:
applicable state Rail Safety Acts
OH&S regulations, responsibilities and obligations
workplace rail safety and OH&S procedures and policies
codes of practice
MSDS
manufacturer, supplier and/or client instructions concerning the use and servicing of equipment
emergency procedures
goods identification numbers and codes
standards and certification requirements
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance.
Associated interfaces and stakeholders may include:
federal, state and local authorities
emergency services
transport authorities
land owners
local residents
local community groups
utility service providers
other rail infrastructure managers
other work groups
employees
contractors
unions
Readily accessible locations may include:
organisational intranet
site offices
depots
personal electronic devices
vehicles
Workplace hazards may include:
chemicals and other hazardous substances
movement of equipment, goods and vehicles
broken and damaged tools and equipment
inflammable materials and fire hazards
lifting practices
extremes in weather conditions
lighting levels
uneven and slippery surfaces
water hazards
traffic flows
vehicle and equipment operation
rail traffic
overhead line equipment
signal and electrical equipment
bridges, tunnels, cuttings and pits
Responsibilities in the implementation and monitoring of rail safety and OH&S may include:
providing rail safety and OH&S information to personnel
consultation and participating in meetings on rail safety and OH&S matters
implementing and monitoring emergency procedures and responses
assessing and controlling rail safety and OH&S risks
reporting rail safety and OH&S issues and incidents
resolving rail safety and OH&S issues
participating in rail safety and OH&S audits and workplace inspections
Controlling rail safety and OH&S risks may include:
measures to remove the cause of a risk at its source
consultation with workers and their representatives
application of the hierarchy of control, namely:
elimination of the risk
engineering controls
administrative controls
Workplace sources of information and data may include:
rail safety and OH&S audits and inspection reports
health surveillance and workplace environmental monitoring records
records of instruction and training
manufacturer and supplier information, including material safety data sheets (MSDS) and dangerous goods storage lists
hazardous substances registers
maintenance and testing reports
workers compensation and rehabilitation records
first aid and medical post records
Depending on the type of organisation concerned and the local terminology used, organisational procedures may include:
company procedures
enterprise procedures
workplace procedures
established procedures
Information and documents may include:
applicable state Rail Safety Acts
OH&S regulations, responsibilities and obligations
workplace rail safety and OH&S procedures and policies
codes of practice
MSDS
manufacturer, supplier and/or client instructions concerning the use and servicing of equipment
emergency procedures
goods identification numbers and codes
standards and certification requirements
EVIDENCE GUIDE
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required knowledge and skills, the range statement and the assessment guidelines for this Training Package.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria of this unit and include demonstration of applying:
the underpinning knowledge and skills
relevant legislation and workplace procedures
other relevant aspects of the range statement
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Performance is demonstrated consistently over a period of time and in a suitable range of contexts
Resources for assessment include:
a range of relevant exercises, case studies and/or other simulated practical and knowledge assessment, and/or
access to an appropriate range of relevant operational situations in the workplace
In both real and simulated environments, access is required to:
relevant and appropriate materials and equipment, and
applicable documentation, including workplace procedures, regulations, codes of practice and operation manuals
Method of assessment
As a minimum, assessment of knowledge must be conducted through appropriate written/oral tests
Practical assessment must occur:
through activities in an appropriately simulated environment, and/or
in an appropriate range of situations in the workplace
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required knowledge and skills, the range statement and the assessment guidelines for this Training Package.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria of this unit and include demonstration of applying:
the underpinning knowledge and skills
relevant legislation and workplace procedures
other relevant aspects of the range statement
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Performance is demonstrated consistently over a period of time and in a suitable range of contexts
Resources for assessment include:
a range of relevant exercises, case studies and/or other simulated practical and knowledge assessment, and/or
access to an appropriate range of relevant operational situations in the workplace
In both real and simulated environments, access is required to:
relevant and appropriate materials and equipment, and
applicable documentation, including workplace procedures, regulations, codes of practice and operation manuals
Method of assessment
As a minimum, assessment of knowledge must be conducted through appropriate written/oral tests
Practical assessment must occur:
through activities in an appropriately simulated environment, and/or
in an appropriate range of situations in the workplace
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AVJ20 | TLIF4088 | Implement and coordinate rail safety and WHS risk-control strategies | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| S793 | TLI42311 | Certificate IV in Rail Infrastructure | Qualification |