Modification History
Not Applicable
Unit Descriptor
Descriptor |
This unit specifies the workplace performance required by an individual who is responsible for the review and improvement of a systematic approach to managing OHS, where there is some autonomy regarding development of policies, procedures and processes, and in the allocation of roles and resources |
Application of the Unit
Application |
Application of this unit should be contextualised to reflect any specific workplace risks, hazards and associated safety practices |
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Not Applicable
Pre-Requisites
Not Applicable
Employability Skills Information
Employability Skills |
This unit contains Employability Skills |
Elements and Performance Criteria Pre-Content
Elements define the essential outcomes of a unit of competency. |
The Performance Criteria specify the level of performance required to demonstrate achievement of the Element. Terms in italics are elaborated in the Range Statement. |
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENT |
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
1. Collect and analyse information |
1.1 Identify and access relevant OHS legislation , standards , codes of practice /compliance codes , guidance material and other sources of OHS information and evaluate their relevance to workplace performance 1.2 Analyse other OHS information from a wide range of internal and external sources in relation to organisation needs, including information relating to sustainability issues 1.3 Identify due diligence requirements of management personnel 1.4 Identify relationship of OHS to other functional areas and management processes, including management to achieve a range of sustainable outcomes 1.5 Identify implications for the workplace of any changes in OHS legislation, regulations, standards, codes of practice/compliance codes and guidance materials 1.6 Identify OHS implications of proposed changes to the workplace, work processes or work organisation 1.7 Identify valid and reliable indicators of OHS performance in consultation with stakeholders |
2. Evaluate information to establish OHS framework |
2.1 Evaluate organisation policies and procedures for compliance with legislative requirements and a systematic approach to managing OHS 2.2 Develop and/or implement processes to ensure that OHS responsibilities and duties are documented and accountability processes are in place 2.3 Review processes for specification, design, purchasing and commissioning of new buildings, plant, equipment and work processes within a safe design framework to ensure that OHS issues are addressed 2.4 Analyse information and compare against relevant benchmarks where available 2.5 Document outcomes of analysis and communicate them to key personnel and stakeholders 2.6 Identify resources for effective management of OHS and develop a budget 2.7 Recognise limits of own expertise and seek expert advice as required |
3. Initiate improvements |
3.1 Determine priorities in consultation with appropriate managers and according to consultative procedures 3.2 Identify potential barriers to improvement 3.3 Develop an OHS plan in consultation with stakeholders and key personnel 3.4 Identify resources required for implementation of plan |
4. Maintain improvements |
4.1 Establish processes to monitor achievement against the plan and update plans as required 4.2 Monitor effectiveness of the systematic approach to managing OHS on an ongoing basis 4.3 Consult stakeholders and key personnel according to legislative requirements and organisation procedures |
Required Skills and Knowledge
REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE |
This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level required for this unit. |
Essential knowledge : The candidate must be able to demonstrate essential knowledge required to effectively do the task outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit, manage the task and manage contingencies in the context of the identified work role This includes knowledge of:
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Essential skills : It is critical that the candidate demonstrate the ability to
In addition, the candidate must be able to effectively do the task outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit, manage the task and manage contingencies in the context of the identified work role This includes the ability to:
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Evidence Guide
EVIDENCE GUIDE |
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The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria, Required Skills and Knowledge, the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for this Training Package. |
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Critical aspects of assessment : |
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Products that could be used as evidence include : |
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Processes that could be used as evidence include : |
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Access and equity considerations : |
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Related units : |
Assessment of this unit should address and build on the content of related unit:
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Range Statement
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. Add any 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. |
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OHS legislation includes : |
Commonwealth, state and territory OHS acts and regulations |
Standards include : |
Documents produced by national bodies, OHS regulators or industry bodies, that prescribe preventative action to avert occupational deaths, injuries and diseases. Standards are of an advisory nature only, except where a law adopts the standard and thus makes it mandatory. They may be called up as evidence in court or other enforcement action. |
Codes of practice /compliance codes are : |
Documents generally prepared to provide advice to employers and workers, of an acceptable way of achieving standards. Codes of practice/compliance codes may:
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Guidance material is : |
An advisory technical document, providing detailed information for use by unions, employers, management, health and safety committee members and representatives, safety officers and others requiring guidance. It advises on 'what to do' and 'how to do it'. Guidance material has no legal standing. |
OHS information includes : |
Persons, organisations and references where knowledge about OHS may be obtained. These may be:
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Due diligence requirements include : |
All precautions reasonable in the circumstances to protect the health and safety of employees and others who may be affected by actions or omissions of the individual or corporation. |
Other functional areas and management processes refers to : |
Functions other than OHS specific functions that impact on the management of OHS and may include:
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Indicators of OHS performance include : |
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Stakeholders are |
Those people or organisations who may be affected by, or perceive themselves to be affected by, an activity or decision including:
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Organisation policies and procedures include : |
Policies and procedures underpinning the management of OHS including:
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Legislative requirements include : |
Commonwealth and relevant state/territory OHS specific acts and regulations, as well as legislation covering:
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Systematic approach to managing OHS includes : |
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Accountability includes : |
The processes of verification of proper conduct or by which a person with (OHS) responsibilities demonstrates fulfilment of those responsibilities to those to whom they are answerable. |
Safe design is : |
A process that applies information and data about human capabilities and behaviour to the design of objects, facilities, procedures and environments that people use. Safe design generally provides for the minimisation of risk through engineering, rather than reliance on human behaviour. |
Benchmarks may include : |
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Resources include : |
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Expert advice may be sought from : |
Persons either internal or external to the organisation including
Other persons providing specific technical knowledge or expertise in areas related to OHS including:
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Barriers may include : |
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OHS plan is |
The strategy for implementing the OHS policy and includes:
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Key personnel include : |
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Unit Sector(s)
Not Applicable