Modification History
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Unit Descriptor
This unit covers the competency required to identify, plan and implement treatment options in order to reduce risk.
Personnel working at this level will normally operate in a relatively simple and routine workplace in which they use the organisation's policy and procedures. Personnel would normally have local supervisory/management responsibility and will apply known solutions to a variety of predictable problems.
Application of the Unit
As agreed in the creation of this Training Package, applications for units transferred from the PUA00 Public Safety Training Package will be developed as part of continuous improvement plans, and taking into account the change in Unit of Competency format as detailed in templates for Streamlined Training Packages.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Not applicable.
Pre-Requisites
Not applicable.
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 required performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the Required Skills and Knowledge and/or the Range Statement. Assessment of performance is to be consistent with the Evidence Guide. |
Elements and Performance Criteria
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PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
1. Make risk decision |
1.1 The calculated level of risk is compared to the established risk evaluation criteria and determined to be acceptable or unacceptable in consultation with the supervisor. 1.2 Risk that is determined as unacceptable is documented and noted for treatment. |
2. Identify and select treatment options |
2.1 Treatment options of known risks are identified and confirmed as contained in organisational policies and procedures or supervisor’s guidance. 2.2 Treatment options under consideration are evaluated for effectiveness within the given context. 2.3 Selected treatment options are documented and communicated in accordance with organisational policies and procedures. |
3. Implement treatment options |
3.1 Treatment plans incorporating selected options are implemented in accordance with the organisational policies and procedures. 3.2 Treatment plans are communicated in the workplace in accordance with organisational policies and procedures. 3.3 Treatment plans are evaluated to determine residual risk following implementation. |
4. Monitor and review risk and the process |
4.1 Effectiveness and efficiency of the treatment plan is monitored , reviewed and recorded in accordance with organisational policies and procedures to ensure compliance and validity. 4.2 Residual risk is calculated and communicated to supervisors so that a decision can be made whether to accept this risk or to re-establish the risk management process. 4.3 Treatments are adjusted and communicated following the review process. |
Required Skills and Knowledge
This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level, required for this unit. |
Required Skills |
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Required Knowledge |
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Evidence Guide
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit |
Assessment must confirm the ability to define and identify risk language, definitions and terminology. Evidence must also be provided of stakeholders' involvement throughout the treatment process and that an informed analysis and selection of treatment options has been undertaken using the methodology and procedures approved by the organisation. Consistency in performance Competency should be demonstrated by gathering evidence over a range of workplace scenarios, using a variety of tools and methodology and should include the assessment of a variety of risks that may adversely impact on the organisation. |
Context of and specific resources for assessment |
Context of assessment Competency should be assessed in the workplace or under conditions that accurately simulate the workplace. Specific resources for assessment Access to:
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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 in the Performance Criteria is detailed below. |
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Risks that may impact on objectives may include: |
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Treatment options may include: |
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Organisational policies or procedures may include: |
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Effectiveness may include: |
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Treatment plans may include: |
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Monitoring may include: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Not applicable.