Modification History
Changes to application, elements and performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and critical aspects
Not equivalent to CPCPCM2023A
Unit Descriptor
This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to carry out work health and safety (WHS) requirements through safe work practices in a plumbing and services work environment.
The unit requires the performance of work in a safe manner through awareness of risks, work requirements and the planning and performance of safe work practices with concern for personal safety and the safety of others.
It includes the initial response to workplace emergencies; the safe use of electricity; the identification of hazardous materials, including asbestos; and compliance with legislated work safety practices.
Application of the Unit
This unit of competency supports safe work practices for the plumbing and services industry.
Site location for work application may be either domestic or commercial and may be a new work site or an existing structure or fitting being renovated, extended, restored or maintained. It could also be conducted in an on or off-site workshop or at a customer's premises.
The unit does not cover the removal of asbestos, which is a licensed activity.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
In some jurisdictions, this unit of competency may form part of accreditation, licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements.
Pre-Requisites
Nil
Employability Skills Information
This unit contains employability skills.
Elements and Performance Criteria Pre-Content
Elements describe the essential outcomes of a unit of competency. |
Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the required skills and knowledge section and the range statement. Assessment of performance is to be consistent with the evidence guide. |
Elements and Performance Criteria
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Participate in workplace induction. |
1.1 |
Workplace induction is received. |
1.2 |
Location of emergency equipment is identified. |
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1.3 |
Current workplace emergency and evacuation procedures are identified. |
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1.4 |
Identify safe working conditions with employer. |
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1.5 |
Identify employee and employer rights and responsibilities regarding safe working conditions. |
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Assess risks. |
2.1 |
Hazards in the work area are identified, assessed and reported to designated personnel. |
2.2 |
WHS issues and risks in the work area are identified, assessed and reported to designated personnel. |
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2.3 |
Safe work practices , procedures and instructions are followed. |
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2.4 |
WHS, hazard, accident or incident reports are completed according to workplace procedures and statutory and regulatory authorities and legislation. |
3 |
Identify hazards and hazardous materials on work site. |
3.1 |
Hazardous materials on a work site are identified, secured and tagged using appropriate signs and symbols; and if appropriate, handled and used according to company and legislated procedures. |
3.2 |
Measures for controlling risks and construction hazards are applied effectively and immediately. |
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3.3 |
Asbestos-containing materials (ACM) are identified on a work site and reported to designated personnel. |
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Plan and prepare for safe work practices. |
4.1 |
Quality assurance requirements of company operations and safe work practices are identified and adhered to. |
4.2 |
Personal protective equipment (PPE) is selected, correctly fitted and used according to the requirements of the job. |
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4.3 |
Tools and equipment are selected consistent with safe work practice requirements, checked for serviceability, and any faults are reported to supervisor. |
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4.4 |
Required barricades, hoardings and signage are determined and erected at job location. |
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4.5 |
Material safety data sheets (MSDS) are identified and applied. |
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4.6 |
Sustainability principles and concepts are observed when preparing for and undertaking work process. |
5 |
Use safe work practices to carry out work. |
5.1 |
Work is carried out safely and according to state or territory statutory requirements and company policy. |
5.2 |
Safety hazards and common workplace accidents and incidents are identified in the course of work and reported according to policy. |
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5.3 |
Industry, site and personal safety rights and responsibilities are applied. |
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5.4 |
Prohibited tools and equipment in areas with identified asbestos are identified and isolated. |
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5.5 |
Firefighting equipment is selected and used according to type of fire and correct operating procedures. |
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5.6 |
Current site emergency and first aid procedures are followed. |
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Maintain safety of self and others. |
6.1 |
Safety signs, identified in terms of colour and shape, symbols and alarms, are adhered to. |
6.2 |
Hazardous chemicals and materials are identified, handled and stored, maintaining the safety to self, others and the environment. |
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6.3 |
Incidents are reported according to legislative requirements and workplace procedures. |
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6.4 |
Common causes of accidents in the industry are identified and prevention measures implemented in line with site induction. |
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6.5 |
Site area is maintained to prevent incidents and accidents and protect self and others |
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Use electricity safely. |
7.1 |
Safest supply and route for electrical supply are determined. |
7.2 |
Leads are supported and placed according to regulations. |
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7.3 |
Power board visual check is conducted. |
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7.4 |
Leads and equipment are checked for tags and visual damage. |
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7.5 |
Electrical hazards are identified and reported. |
8 |
Apply emergency response. |
8.1 |
Emergencies are identified. |
8.2 |
Emergency response is provided according to company procedures and requirements. |
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8.3 |
Details of actions taken are reported according to company procedures and requirements using appropriate communications. |
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Clean up work site area. |
9.1 |
Work area is cleared and materials disposed of, reused or recycled according to legislation, regulations, codes of practice and job specifications. |
9.2 |
Tools and equipment are cleaned, checked, maintained and stored according to manufacturer recommendations and standard work practices. |
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9.3 |
Information is accessed and documentation completed according to workplace requirements. |
Required Skills and Knowledge
This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit. |
Required skills |
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Required knowledge |
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Evidence Guide
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package. |
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Overview of assessment |
This unit of competency could be assessed in the workplace or a close simulation of the workplace environment providing that simulated or project-based assessment techniques fully replicate plumbing and services workplace conditions, materials, activities, responsibilities and procedures. |
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit |
A person who demonstrates competency in this unit must be able to provide evidence of the ability to:
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Context of and specific resources for assessment |
This competency is to be assessed using standard and authorised work practices, safety requirements and environmental constraints. Assessment of essential underpinning knowledge will usually be conducted in an off-site context. Assessment is to comply with relevant regulatory or Australian standards' requirements. Resource implications for assessment include:
Reasonable adjustments for people with disabilities must be made to assessment processes where required. This could include access to modified equipment and other physical resources, and the provision of appropriate assessment support. |
Method of assessment |
Assessment methods must:
Validity and sufficiency of evidence requires that:
Assessment processes and techniques should as far as is practical take into account the language, literacy and numeracy capacity of the candidate in relation to the competency being assessed. Supplementary evidence of competency may be obtained from relevant authenticated documentation from third parties, such as existing supervisors, team leaders or specialist training staff. |
Range Statement
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, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included. |
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Workplace induction may include: |
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Safe work practices are to be according to state and territory legislation and regulations and may include: |
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Statutory and regulatory authorities include: |
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Identifying and reporting asbestos-containing materials : |
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Sustainability principles and concepts : |
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Safety hazards may include: |
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Emergencies may include: |
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Emergency response may include: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Functional area |
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Unit sector |
Plumbing and services |
Custom Content Section
Not applicable.