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Manage emergencies

Manage emergencies

Unit of competency
National Code
TLIF5020
State Code
AVJ07
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
12/06/2020
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
23/02/2016
Field of Education
061301 - Occupational Health And Safety
Original Release Date
23/02/2016
Nominal Hours
32
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to manage emergencies as part of work activities undertaken in the transport and logistics industry, in accordance with regulatory requirements, relevant codes of practice and workplace procedures.It includes identifying and responding to emergency situations, taking required action during an emergency, arranging follow-on support and assistance, and communicating with staff.Work is performed under some supervision generally within a team environment.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Identify and respond to emergency situations
  • 1.1 Emergency and potential emergency situations are promptly identified and assessed, and needs are prioritised in accordance with workplace emergency response plan/procedures
  • 1.2 Emergency situations are handled appropriately
  • 1.3 Incident reports are completed accurately in accordance with regulatory and workplace procedures
2 Take required action during an emergency
  • 2.1 Responsibilities are fulfilled in accordance with the workplace emergency response plan and code/regulatory requirements
  • 2.2 Assistance is provided to other staff in conducting an initial assessment of the emergency scene
  • 2.3 Assistance is provided in controlling the site prior to and following, the arrival of emergency services
  • 2.4 Directions of the controlling emergency authority are followed and all possible assistance is provided in response to those directions
3 Arrange follow-on support and assistance
  • 3.1 Medical assistance and support is arranged as required in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 3.2 First aid is provided pending the arrival of medical assistance within limits of responsibility and competence in accordance with workplace procedures
4 Communicate with staff
  • 4.1 Staff and customers are provided with relevant, appropriate and timely advice on emergency situations and instructions to be followed, on an ongoing basis
  • 4.2 Evacuation procedures for staff/customers are outlined in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 4.3 Customer service and safety needs arising from emergency situations are identified and acted upon in accordance with regulatory and workplace requirements
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D5153 TLIF5020A Manage emergencies Unit of competency