Unit of competency Outline
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Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry
Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry
Unit of competency
National Code
CPCCWHS2001
CPCCWHS2001
State Code
OAP37
OAP37
TGA Status
Current
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Approved
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
12/04/2019
Field of Education
061301 - Occupational Health And Safety
Original Release Date
12/04/2019
Nominal Hours
32
Description
This unit specifies the outcomes required to carry out work health and safety (WHS) requirements through safe work practices in all on- or offsite construction workplaces. It requires the performance of work in a safe manner through awareness of risks and work requirements, and the planning and performance of safe work practices with concern for personal safety and the safety of others.The unit covers fundamental WHS requirements necessary to undertake work tasks within any sector in the construction industry. It includes the identification of hazardous materials, including asbestos, and compliance with legislated work safety practices. It does not cover removal of asbestos, which is a licensed activity.It applies to workers in the construction industry. This unit also relates directly to the general construction induction training requirements of the Model Work Health and Safety Regulations 2011 and relevant occupational health and safety regulations for Victoria and for Western Australia. Achievement of CPCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry covers these induction training requirements.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Identify and assess risks.
- 1.1 Identify, assess and report hazards in the work area to designated personnel.
- 1.2 Report safety risks in the work area based on identified hazards, to designated personnel.
- 1.3 Follow safe work practices, duty of care requirements and safe work instructions for controlling risks.
- 1.4 Contribute to WHS, hazard, accident or incident reports in accordance with workplace procedures, Australian government and state or territory WHS legislation, and relevant information.
2. Identify hazardous materials and other hazards on work sites.
- 2.1 Correctly identify and, if appropriate, handle and use hazardous materials on a work site in accordance with legislative requirements, and workplace policies and procedures.
- 2.2 Apply measures for controlling risks and construction hazards effectively and immediately.
- 2.3 Use appropriate signs and symbols to secure hazardous materials that have safety implications for self and other workers, immediately they are identified.
- 2.4 Identify asbestos-containing materials on a work site and report to designated personnel.
3. Plan and prepare for safe work practices.
- 3.1 Identify, wear, correctly fit, use and store correct personal protective equipment and clothing for each area of construction work in accordance with workplace procedures
- 3.2 Select tools, equipment and materials, and organise tasks in conjunction with other personnel on site and in accordance with workplace procedures.
- 3.3 Determine required barricades and signage, and erect at the appropriate site location.
- 3.4 Apply material safety data sheets (MSDSs), job safety analyses (JSAs) and safe work method statements (SWMSs) relevant to the work to be performed.
4. Apply safe work practices.
- 4.1 Carry out tasks in a manner that is safe for operators, other personnel and the general community, in accordance with legislative requirements, and workplace policies and procedures.
- 4.2 Use plant and equipment guards in accordance with manufacturers’ specifications, work site regulations and Australian Standards.
- 4.3 Follow procedures and report hazards, incidents and injuries to relevant authorities.
- 4.4 Recognise and do not use prohibited tools and equipment in areas containing identified asbestos.
- 4.5 Identify and follow requirements of work site safety signs and symbols.
- 4.6 Clear and maintain work site area to prevent and protect self and others from incidents and accidents, and to meet environmental requirements.
5. Follow emergency procedures.
- 5.1 Identify designated personnel in the event of an emergency for communication purposes.
- 5.2 Follow safe workplace procedures for dealing with accidents, fire and other emergencies, including identification and use, if appropriate, of fire equipment within scope of own responsibilities.
- 5.3 Describe, practice and effectively carry out emergency response and evacuation procedures when required.
- 5.4 Carry out emergency first aid treatment of minor injuries and, as soon as possible, accurately report treatment details to designated personnel.
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Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| W9435 | CPCCOHS2001A | Apply OHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry | Unit of competency |