Modification History
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PSP12V1 |
Unit descriptor edited. |
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PSP04V4.2 |
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PSP04V4.1 |
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Unit Descriptor
This unit covers implementation of the organisation's occupational health and safety policies, procedures and programs by those with supervisory responsibilities, to meet occupational health and safety standards.
In practice, the implementation of workplace safety procedures and programs may be demonstrated in the context of generalist and specialist work activities such as delivering service to clients, using resources, making arrests, conducting searches, managing contracts, etc.
No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication
Application of the Unit
Not applicable.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Not applicable.
Pre-Requisites
Not applicable.
Employability Skills Information
This unit contains employability skills.
Elements and Performance Criteria Pre-Content
Elements are the essential outcomes of the unit of competency. |
Together, performance criteria specify the requirements for competent performance. Text in bold italics is explained in the Range Statement following. |
Elements and Performance Criteria
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PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
1 . Provide workplace safety information to the workgroup |
1.1 Relevant provisions of occupational health and safety legislation and codes of practice are confirmed as current and are explained to the workgroup using language and materials to suit their level of experience, existing knowledge and individual needs. 1.2 Information on the organisation's occupational health and safety policies, procedures and programs is provided in a readily accessible manner to the workgroup. 1.3 Information about identified hazards and the outcomes of risk assessment and risk control procedures is regularly provided and explained to the workgroup. |
2 . Implement and monitor participative arrangements for workplace safety |
2.1 Participative arrangements for consultation over occupational health and safety issues are implemented and monitored to ensure that all members of the workgroup have the opportunity to contribute. 2.2 Issues raised through consultation are dealt with in accordance with organisational consultation procedures. 2.3 The outcomes of consultation over occupational health and safety issues are recorded and communicated to the workgroup in accordance with organisational policy and procedures. |
3 . Identify hazards and assess risks |
3.1 Existing and potential hazards in the work area are identified and reported so that risk assessment and risk control procedures can be applied. 3.2 Risks are prioritised in accordance with risk management procedures. |
4 . Implement and report on procedures for controlling risks |
4.1 Work procedures to control risks are implemented and adherence to them by the workgroup is overseen in accordance with workplace procedures. 4.2 Existing risk control measures are monitored and results reviewed and reported regularly in accordance with workplace procedures. |
5 . Implement procedures for dealing with hazardous events |
5.1 Workplace procedures for dealing with hazardous events are implemented whenever necessary to ensure that prompt control action is taken. 5.2 Hazardous events are analysed, and information to identify their cause/s is gathered in accordance with organisational procedures. 5.3 Measures to prevent recurrence and minimise risks of hazardous events are implemented based on the hierarchy of control if within scope of responsibilities and competencies or, alternatively, referred to designated personnel for implementation. |
6 . Implement procedures for providing workplace safety training |
6.1 Occupational health and safety training needs are identified, specifying gaps between occupational health and safety competencies required and those held by workgroup members. 6.2 Arrangements are made for fulfilling identified occupational health and safety training needs in both on on-the-job and off-the-job training programs in consultation with relevant parties. |
7 . Implement procedures for maintaining workplace safety records |
7.1 Occupational health and safety records for work area are completed in accordance with workplace requirements for occupational health and safety records and legal requirements for the maintenance of records of occupational injury and disease. 7.2 Records are compiled to allow evaluation of hazard identification and risk control procedures within work area according to organisational procedures and within scope of responsibilities and competencies. |
Required Skills and Knowledge
This section describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level, required for this unit. |
Skill requirements Look for evidence that confirms skills in:
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Knowledge requirements Look for evidence that confirms knowledge and understanding of:
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Evidence Guide
The Evidence Guide specifies the evidence required to demonstrate achievement in the unit of competency as a whole. It must be read in conjunction with the Unit descriptor, Performance Criteria, the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Public Sector Training Package. |
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Units to be assessed together |
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Overview of evidence requirements |
In addition to integrated demonstration of the elements and their related performance criteria, look for evidence that confirms:
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Resources required to carry out assessment |
These resources include:
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Where and how to assess evidence |
Valid assessment of this unit requires:
Assessment methods should reflect workplace demands, such as literacy, and the needs of particular groups, such as:
Assessment methods suitable for valid and reliable assessment of this competency may include, but are not limited to, a combination of 2 or more of:
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For consistency of assessment |
Evidence must be gathered over time in a range of contexts to ensure the person can achieve the unit outcome and apply the competency in different situations or environments |
Range Statement
The Range Statement provides information about the context in which the unit of competency is carried out. The variables cater for differences between States and Territories and the Commonwealth, and between organisations and workplaces. They allow for different work requirements, work practices and knowledge. The Range Statement also provides a focus for assessment. It relates to the unit as a whole. Text in bold italics in the Performance Criteria is explained here. |
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Occupational health and safety legislation may include: |
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Individual needs may relate to: |
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Information topics may include: |
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Occupational health and safety policies and procedures may include: |
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Participative arrangements may include: |
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Identifying hazards and assessing risks may occur through activities such as: |
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Controlling risks may include actions such as |
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Results of risk control monitoring may include: |
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Procedures for dealing with hazardous events may include: |
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Hazardous events may include: |
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Occupational health and safety training may include: |
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Occupational health and safety records may include: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Not applicable.
Competency field
Occupational Health & Safety