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Work in confined spaces

Work in confined spaces

Unit of competency
National Code
SIFCWHS002
State Code
WG602
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
10/10/2013
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
14/08/2013
Field of Education
061301 - Occupational Health And Safety
Original Release Date
14/08/2013
Nominal Hours
10
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to work in an enclosed or partially enclosed confined space for the purpose of carrying out work or inspections. It applies to all funeral services industry staff working in identified confined spaces in a cemetery or a crematorium. It involves ensuring that work is carried out according to work health and safety, relevant legislation and workplace policies and procedures.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Plan and prepare for work in confined spaces.
  • 1.1 Access, confirm and apply work instructions.
  • 1.2 Obtain, confirm and apply safety requirements according to work method, characteristics of the confined space, relevant legislation and workplace policies and procedures.
  • 1.3 Obtain authorisation to enter confined space according to relevant legislation.
  • 1.4 Confirm emergency response procedure with the stand by person.
  • 1.5 Isolate mechanical or electrical energies to the confined space according to relevant legislation and workplace policies and procedures.
  • 1.6 Select tools and equipment according to work instructions and check, report or rectify faults.
  • 1.7 Identify and implement signage and barrier requirements according to project plan.
  • 1.8 Identify, confirm and apply environmental protection requirements according to project environmental management plan.
  • 1.9 Check rescue equipment and position close to point of entry.
2. Enter and work in the confined space.
  • 2.1 Open access to the space as required.
  • 2.2 Enter confined space according to agreed procedure.
  • 2.3 Test and monitor atmosphere for harmful elements according to workplace policies and procedures.
  • 2.4 Maintain communication with the stand-by person.
  • 2.5 Perform designated work in confined space according to entry permit requirements and work instructions.
3. Exit confined space.
  • 3.1 Recover tools, equipment and materials from confined space.
  • 3.2 Exit confined space according to agreed procedure.
  • 3.3 Close access as required.
  • 3.4 Apply tagging and lock-out procedures as required.
  • 3.5 Complete confined space entry log.
4. Clean work area.
  • 4.1 Clear work area and dispose of or recycle materials according to project environmental management plan.
  • 4.2 Clean, check, maintain and store tools and equipment according to manufacturer guidelines and workplace policies and procedures.
  • 4.3 Remove barriers and signs and clean and store according to workplace policies and procedures.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
S7098 SIFOHS004A Work in confined spaces Unit of competency