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Assist with workplace monitoring processes

Assist with workplace monitoring processes

Unit of competency
National Code
BSBWHS409
State Code
AUI93
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
25/03/2015
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
15/09/2015
Field of Education
061301 - Occupational Health And Safety
Original Release Date
15/09/2015
Nominal Hours
50
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to assist with monitoring a range of physical agents and conditions relevant to work health and safety (WHS).It applies to individuals working in a broad range of WHS roles across all industries who assist with using a range of measuring devices to collect, interpret, evaluate and report on workplace information and data in relation to physical agents and conditions.It does not extend to hazard identification, risk assessment or developing control measures based on the outcomes of monitoring, which are covered in BSBWHS404 Contribute to WHS hazard identification, risk assessment and risk control.NOTE: The terms 'occupational health and safety' (OHS) and 'work health and safety' (WHS) are equivalent and generally either can be used in the workplace. In jurisdictions where the Model WHS Legislation has not been implemented RTOs are advised to contextualise the unit of competency by referring to the existing State/Territory OHS legislative requirements.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Assist with selecting measuring devices
  • 1.1 Assist with identifying regulatory requirements and standards that apply to monitoring
  • 1.2 Identify agent and/or condition to be measured through consultation with relevant individuals and parties
  • 1.3 Identify characteristics of agent and/or condition
  • 1.4 Determine the area where measurements are to be taken
  • 1.5 Assist with identifying types of appropriate measuring equipment
  • 1.6 Assist with the selection of measuring equipment according to the agent and/or condition, the environment, the activities being carried out and the level of risk to self
  • 1.7 Recognise limits of own expertise and available equipment and seek expert advice and equipment as required
2 Assist with preparations to collect workplace information and data
  • 2.1 Determine a sampling process
  • 2.2 Consult with and advise those involved in workplace activities to collect information and data about the requirements, nature and purpose of the monitoring
  • 2.3 Assist with defining a sampling plan after inspecting area and consulting with workers and affected parties about the nature of the problem
  • 2.4 Assist with checking the operability of equipment
3 Assist with collecting workplace information and data
  • 3.1 Assist with selecting and calibrating monitoring equipment, and selecting appropriate scale
  • 3.2 Assist with tests
  • 3.3 Assist with correct use and maintenance of equipment to collect information and data
  • 3.4 Ensure own health and safety while collecting information and data, and record readings using expert support and advice as required
  • 3.5 Assist with dismantling and cleaning equipment and parts, or dispose of appropriately
  • 3.6 Assist with correctly storing equipment or making it ready for re-use as required
4 Assist with documenting and evaluating results of monitoring
  • 4.1 Assist with interpreting and evaluating results against a recognised standard and documenting results
  • 4.2 Assist with preparing reports on the monitoring process, including any regulatory requirements, and consider purposes of report and the target audiences
  • 4.3 Assist with presenting required information and data clearly and logically
  • 4.4 Assist with retaining results and records in a format that enables them to be readily retrieved according to regulatory requirements and standards
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WE731 BSBWHS409A Assist with workplace monitoring processes Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OBB03 BSBWHS419 Contribute to implementing WHS monitoring processes Unit of competency