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Implement and monitor OHS in the workplace

Implement and monitor OHS in the workplace

Unit of competency
National Code
LMTGN4010A
State Code
W7328
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
16/07/2011
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
24/10/2014
Field of Education
061301 - Occupational Health And Safety
Original Release Date
24/10/2014
Nominal Hours
60
Description
This unit covers the knowledge and skills required to implement and monitor workplace Occupational Health and Safety policies, procedures and programs in the relevant work area.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Provide information to the work group about OHS policies, procedures and programs
  • 1.1 Relevant provisions of OHS legislation and codes of practice are accurately and clearly explained to the work group
  • 1.2 Information on workplace OHS policies, procedures and programs is provided in a readily accessible manner, and is accurately and clearly explained to the work group
  • 1.3 Information about identified hazards and the outcomes of risk assessment and risk control procedures is regularly provided, and is accurately and clearly explained to the work group
2 Implement and monitor participative arrangements for the management of OHS
  • 2.1 Workplace practices for consultation over OHS issues are implemented and monitored to ensure that all members of the work group have the opportunity to contribute
  • 2.2 Issues raised through consultation are dealt with and resolved promptly or referred to the appropriate personnel for resolution in accordance with workplace practices
  • 2.3 The outcomes of consultation over OHS issues are made known to the work group promptly
3 Implement and monitor the workplace practices for identifying hazards and assessing 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
4 Implement and monitor the workplace practices for controlling risks
  • 4.1 Work procedures to control risks are implemented and adherence to them by the work group is monitored in accordance with OHS practices
  • 4.2 Existing risk control measures are monitored and results reported regularly in accordance with workplace practices
  • 4.3 Inadequacies in existing risk control measures are identified in accordance with the hierarchy of control and reported to designated personnel
  • 4.4 Inadequacies in resource allocation for implementation of risk control measures are identified and reported to designated personnel
5 Implement and monitor the workplace practices 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 investigated to identify their cause in accordance with investigation procedures
  • 5.3 Control 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 referred to designated personnel for implementation
6 Implement and monitor the workplace practices for providing OHS training
  • 6.1 OHS training needs are identified accurately, specifying gaps between OHS competencies required and those held by work group members
  • 6.2 Arrangements are made for fulfilling identified OHS training needs in both on and off the job training programs in consultation with relevant parties
7 Implement and monitor the workplace practices for maintaining OHS records
  • 7.1 OHS records for work area are accurately and legibly completed in accordance with workplace and legal requirements
  • 7.2 Aggregate information from area OHS records is used to identify hazards and monitor risk control procedures within work area, according to workplace practices
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, if used in the Performance Criteria, is detailed below. Add any essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment depending on the work situation, needs if the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts.
Legislative/regulatory requirements
All work must comply with relevant Federal and State or Territory legislative or regulatory requirements.
Risk control may include:
elimination of the risk
engineering controls
administrative controls
personal protective equipment
Participative arrangements may include:
formal and informal meetings
OHS committees
health and safety representatives
suggestions, requests, reports and concerns put forward by employees
Identifying hazards may include:
checking machinery/equipment and/or work area before and during work
workplace inspections
housekeeping
audits
job and work system assessment
reviews of OHS records and registers
maintenance of plant and equipment
OHS training may include:
induction training
specific hazard training
specific task or equipment training
emergency or evacuation training
OHS practices
OHS practices must include hazard identification and control, risk assessment and implementation of risk reduction measures specific to the tasks described by this unit, and may include:
manual handling techniques
standard operating procedures
personal protective equipment
safe materials handling
taking of rest breaks
ergonomic arrangement of workplaces
following marked walkways
safe storage of equipment
housekeeping
reporting accidents and incidents
other OHS practices relevant to the job and enterprise
The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Employability Skills Statement, Elements and Performance Criteria, Range Statement and Assessment Guidelines for this Training Package.

Critical aspects of evidence to be considered
Demonstrates skills and knowledge to:
locate, interpret and apply relevant information, including OHS legislation and codes of practice
apply organisational management systems and procedures to OHS
apply risk management procedures, including hazard identification, risk assessment and risk control
maintain relevant workplace records
convey information in written and oral form

Consistency in performance
Consistently applies skills and knowledge when:
organising work
completing tasks
identifying improvements
using workplace practices
using OHS practices
recording and reporting accidents and incidents
assessing operational readiness of equipment used and work processes
recognising and adapting to cultural differences in the workplace, including modes of behaviour and interactions
completing work systematically with attention to detail without damage to goods and equipment

Resource implications
Access is required to real or appropriately simulated situations, including work areas, materials and equipment, and to information on workplace practices and OHS practices.

Context for assessment
Assessment may occur on the job or in an appropriately simulated environment.

Interdependent assessment
This unit may be assessed independently or in combination with other relevant units.
Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
E1379 LMTHRGN09A Implement and monitor OH&S in the workplace Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
BAV80 MSTGN4010 Implement and monitor WHS and environmental systems in the workplace Unit of competency