Modification History
Release |
TP version |
Comments |
2 |
PUA12 V1 |
Layout adjusted. Application revised. |
1 |
PUA00 V8.1 |
First release in TGA. |
Unit Descriptor
This unit covers the competency required to recognise emergencies in the workplace, to report emergencies and to take appropriate action.
For this unit workplace is defined as the area encompassed by an individual’s responsibilities.
This unit has been developed to cover the broad range of emergencies and workplaces as considered in Australian Standard 3745—2010.
Application of the Unit
This unit applies to all personnel within an organisation, within all industries and in all contexts.
This unit places responsibility on individual employees in the workplace to recognise, report and take action during workplace emergency situations. This requirement is consistent with the legislative obligations of employees as prescribed in OHS legislation.
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
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 |
1. Prepare for emergency situations |
1.1 Current workplace emergency procedures to be used by employees and other workplace occupants are identified and followed. 1.2 Emergency resources in the workplace are identified and located. 1.3 Emergency response exercises are participated in according to workplace emergency procedures. |
2. Report emergencies and potential emergencies |
2.1 Emergencies and potential emergencies are identified and reported according to workplace emergency procedures. 2.2 People in any immediate danger from the emergency or potential emergency are alerted according to workplace emergency procedures. |
3. Respond to emergency warnings and advice |
3.1 Emergency warnings and advice are responded to according to workplace emergency procedures. 3.2 Instructions from emergency control response personnel are complied with during an emergency. 3.3 Sources of additional information are identified and information is sought from relevant people if the situation is not clear. |
4. Evacuate from the work area |
4.1 Need to evacuate from the work area is determined according to the level of immediate danger or instruction issued under the workplace emergency procedures. 4.2 Work area is prepared for evacuation according to workplace emergency procedures and the nature of the emergency. 4.3 Area of danger is evacuated according to workplace emergency procedures. 4.4 Where it is safe to do so, assistance is provided to people who may require assistance. 4.5 Evacuation procedures and instructions from emergency control organisation or emergency response personnel are followed. 4.6 Alternative pathways or methods of evacuation are identified, assessed and chosen according to workplace emergency procedures if usual means of evacuation are blocked or endangered. 4.7 Communication systems are used according to workplace procedures. |
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 apply workplace procedures; to maintain own safety and the safety of others in emergency situations; and to follow workplace emergency procedures and the advice of emergency control organisation members. Consistency in performance Competency should be demonstrated over time with a range of emergencies that could be expected in the workplace including assisting people who may need assistance. |
Context of and specific resources for assessment |
Context of assessment Competency should be assessed in the workplace or in a simulated 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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Emergency response exercises may include |
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Emergency warnings may include |
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People who may require assistance may include |
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Emergency response personnel may include |
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Unit Sector(s)
Not applicable.