Elements and Performance Criteria

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.
A hazard is:
a source or a situation with a potential for harm in terms of human injury or ill-health, damage to property, damage to the environment, or a combination of these
Standards may include:
international, Australian and industry-specific standards
Emergencies may include:
serious injury events
emergencies requiring evacuation
fires and explosions
hazardous substance and chemical spills
explosion and bomb alerts
security emergencies, such as armed robberies, intruders and disturbed persons
internal emergencies, such as loss of power or water supply and structural collapse
external emergencies and natural disasters, such as flood, storm and traffic accident impacting on the organisation
Stakeholders may include:
managers
supervisors
health and safety and other employee representatives
OHS committee
employees
the community
Specialist advisors may include:
internal or external advisors in safety, chemicals, engineering, security and emergency response
Emergency agencies may include:
fire, police, ambulance, government departments, hazardous materials response teams (Hazmat) and OHS authorities
A risk register contains:
list of hazards
their location
a range of possible scenarios or circumstances under which an emergency could occur, including natural disasters
the outcomes of any risk assessment or risk ranking
Resources may include:
emergency response personnel and equipment
first aid personnel and equipment
emergency services personnel
Emergency equipment may include:
fire extinguishers and equipment
communication equipment
evacuation alarms
evacuation equipment, especially that for disabled persons
torches
clothing items such as coloured hats and vests
Second response phase is after the emergency service(s) attend and may include:
first aid
containment of personnel in evacuation area
support/counselling of personnel involved or affected
actions required if building cannot be re-occupied

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.
Units to be assessed together
Co-assessed units that may be assessed with this unit to increase the efficiency and realism of the assessment process include:
PSPETHC401A Uphold and support the values and principles of public service
PSPGOV402B Deliver and monitor service to clients
PSPGOV406B Gather and analyse information
PSPGOV412A Use advanced workplace communication strategies
PSPGOV422A Apply government processes
PSPPOL404A Support policy implementation
PSPSOHS401A Contribute to the implementation of a systematic approach to managing OHS
PSPSOHS407A Ensure compliance with OHS and other relevant laws.
Overview of evidence requirements
In addition to integrated demonstration of the elements and their related performance criteria, look for evidence that confirms:
knowledge requirements of this unit
skill requirements of this unit
application of employability skills as they relate to this unit.
The assessment environment should not disadvantage the candidate and where the person has a disability the principle of reasonable adjustment should be applied during assessment.
Resources required to carry out assessment
These resources include:
legislation, policy, procedures and protocols relating to the implementation of emergency procedures
case studies and workplace scenarios to capture the range of situations likely to be encountered when contributing to the implementation of emergency procedures.
Where and how to assess evidence
Valid assessment of this unit requires:
a workplace environment or one that closely resembles normal work practice and replicates the range of conditions likely to be encountered when contributing to the implementation of emergency procedures, including coping with difficulties, irregularities and breakdowns in routine
contribution to the implementation of emergency procedures in a range of three or more contexts or occasions, over time.
Assessment methods should reflect but not exceed workplace demands, such as literacy, and the needs of individuals who might be disadvantaged.
Assessment methods suitable for valid and reliable assessment of this unit must use authenticated evidence from the workplace and/or training courses and may include a combination of two or more of:
workplace projects
simulation or role plays
case studies and scenarios
observation
portfolios.
The assessment environment should not disadvantage the candidate and where the person has a disability the principle of reasonable adjustment should be applied during assessment.
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.