Modification History
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Release |
TP version |
Comments |
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2 |
PUA12 V1 |
Layout adjusted. Application, PC and Required Skills revised. |
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1 |
PUA00 V8.1 |
First release in TGA. |
Unit Descriptor
This unit covers the competency required to identify and prevent the development of workplace emergency situations, or to minimise their consequences, and to report if emergency protection systems, emergency control equipment and evacuation systems are compromised.
For this unit the term workplace is defined as the area encompassed by an individual's responsibilities. All aspects of the unit must be undertaken in line with legislative requirements, workplace policies and procedures, and accepted safe practices.
This unit:
- has been developed to cover the broad range of emergencies and workplaces as considered in Australian Standard 37452002
- covers the work required before the emergency services or specialist response team arrives
- does not cover the specific use of equipment to prevent workplace emergency situations
Application of the Unit
This unit applies to employees in the workplace within all industries and in all contexts.
This unit places responsibility on individual employees in the workplace to identify, prevent and report potential workplace emergency situations. This requirement is consistent with the legislative obligations of employees as prescribed in OHS legislation. The unit may also be used for planning for future operations in the workplace.
The knowledge and skills gained through the completion of this unit may be applied by all employees across all industries.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Not applicable.
Pre-Requisites
Not applicable.
Employability Skills Information
This unit contains employability skills.
Elements and Performance Criteria Pre-Content
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Elements describe the essential outcomes of a Unit of Competency. |
Performance Criteria describe the required performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the Range Statement. Assessment of performance is to be consistent with the Evidence Guide. |
Elements and Performance Criteria
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PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
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1. Identify, monitor and report situations that could lead to workplace emergencies |
1.1 Situations that could lead to workplace emergencies are identified. 1.2 Immediate work area is routinely checked for any situations that could lead to emergencies. 1.3 Hazardous work is monitored to ensure precautions and workplace procedures are followed. |
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2. Identify, report and correct situations that could prevent workplace emergencies from being safely handled |
2.1 Principles of operation of relevant emergency protection systems are identified. 2.2 Principles of operation of relevant emergency control equipment are identified. 2.3 Evacuation systems are identified. 2.4 Immediate work area is routinely checked for any situations that could lead to emergency protection systems, emergency control equipment and evacuation systems being made inoperable. 2.5 Situations that could lead to emergency protection systems, emergency control equipment and evacuation systems being made inoperable are identified and corrected. 2.6 Workplace procedures and accepted safe practices are regularly monitored and followed to ensure operability of emergency protection systems, emergency control equipment and evacuation systems. |
Required Skills and Knowledge
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This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level, required for this unit. |
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Required Skills |
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Required Knowledge |
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Evidence Guide
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Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit |
Assessment must confirm the ability to identify emergency protection systems, emergency control equipment and evacuation systems; to identify and report situations that may lead to or contribute to workplace incidents and/or emergencies. Consistency in performance Competency should be demonstrated in the workplace. |
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Context of and specific resources for assessment |
Context of assessment Competency should be assessed in the workplace. Specific resources for assessment Access to:
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Range Statement
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The Range Statement relates to the Unit of Competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording in the Performance Criteria is detailed below. |
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Hazardous work may include: |
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Emergency protection systems may include: |
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Emergency control equipment may include: |
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Evacuation systems may include: |
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Situations that could lead to emergency protection systems, emergency control equipment and evacuation systems being made inoperable may include: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Not applicable.
