Unit of competency
Modification History
Release |
Comments |
Release 2 |
This version released with AHC Agriculture, Horticulture and Conservation and Land Management Training Package Version 3.0. |
Release 1 |
This version released with AHC Agriculture, Horticulture and Conservation and Land Management Training Package Version 1.0. |
Application
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to follow instructions and direction for safe handling, storage and use of chemicals.
The unit applies to individuals who undertake a range of defined routine activities alongside a supervisor in most situations. They exercise limited autonomy within established and well-known parameters and identify and seek help for simple problems.
No occupational licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Pre-requisite Unit
Nil
Unit Sector
Chemicals (CHM)
Elements and Performance Criteria
Elements |
Performance Criteria |
Elements describe the essential outcomes. |
Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. |
1. Prepare to work with chemicals |
1.1 Confirm the activity to be undertaken with supervisor 1.2 Confirm tools and equipment to be used with supervisor 1.3 Use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and ensure correct fit as directed by supervisor 1.4 Identify functions of chemicals in the workplace |
2. Identify risks associated with chemicals |
2.1 Identify and interpret chemical labels, safety signs, symbols and safety data sheets according to supervisors' instructions 2.2 Identify health and safety hazards and risks in the workplace and report to supervisor 2.3 Control risks as directed |
3. Follow chemical handling and storage rules |
3.1 Identify and locate chemical store 3.2 Interpret and follow safe chemical handling, transport, and storage according to product label and supervisor instructions 3.3 Observe instructions for maintenance and storage of PPE and application equipment 3.4 Follow safety rules when working in areas where chemicals are stored 3.5 Identify emergency procedures to follow in the event of an accident or spillage 3.6 Record information as directed by supervisor |
Foundation Skills
This section describes those language, literacy, numeracy and employment skills that are essential for performance in this unit of competency but are not explicit in the performance criteria.
Skill |
Description |
Reading |
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Oral Communication |
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Navigate the world of work |
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Get the work done |
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Unit Mapping Information
Code and title current version |
Code and title previous version |
Comments |
Equivalence status |
AHCCHM101 Follow basic chemical safety rules |
AHCCHM101 Follow basic chemical safety rules |
Minor changes to Performance Criteria for clarity Updated Performance Evidence and Knowledge Evidence |
Equivalent unit |
Links
Companion Volumes, including Implementation Guides, are available at VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=c6399549-9c62-4a5e-bf1a-524b2322cf72