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Contribute to implementing WHS monitoring processes

Contribute to implementing WHS monitoring processes

Unit of competency
National Code
BSBWHS419
State Code
OBB03
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
30/08/2019
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
13/12/2019
Field of Education
061301 - Occupational Health And Safety
Original Release Date
13/12/2019
Nominal Hours
50
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to contribute to monitoring a range of physical agents and conditions relating to work health and safety (WHS) in the workplace. It involves the use of a range of measuring devices to collect, interpret and report on workplace information and data in relation to those physical agents and conditions.The unit applies to those working in a broad range of WHS roles across all industries. The unit does not extend to hazard identification, risk assessment or developing risk controls based on the outcomes of monitoring, which are covered in BSBWHS414 Contribute to WHS risk management. This unit does not qualify individuals to perform duties as a registered officer under any legislation.NOTES1. The terms ‘occupational health and safety’ (OHS) and ‘work health and safety’ (WHS) are equivalent, and generally either can be used in the workplace. In jurisdictions where model WHS laws have not been implemented, registered training organisations (RTOs) are advised to contextualise this unit of competency by referring to existing WHS legislative requirements.2. The model WHS laws include the model WHS Act, model WHS Regulations and model WHS Codes of Practice. See Safe Work Australia for further information.Licensing, legislative and certification requirements may apply to this unit in some jurisdictions. Users are advised to check with the relevant regulatory authority.
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Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Contribute to selecting measuring devices
  • 1.1 Contribute to determining WHS regulatory requirements and standards that apply to monitoring
  • 1.2 Consult with relevant individuals and/or parties to identify agents and/or conditions to be measured, according to organisational policies and procedures
  • 1.3 Identify characteristics of agents and/or conditions to be monitored
  • 1.4 Identify work area where measurements are to be taken
  • 1.5 Contribute to selecting measuring equipment according to agents and/or conditions, work environment, activities being carried out and level of risk to self and others present at time of monitoring
  • 1.6 Determine limits of own expertise and available equipment, and seek specialist advice and equipment as required
2. Contribute to preparing to collect workplace information and data
  • 2.1 Determine sampling process for data collection
  • 2.2 Contribute to outlining a sampling plan according to organisational policies and procedures
  • 2.3 Collect information and data about requirements, nature and purpose of monitoring
  • 2.4 Inspect work area and consult with workers and affected individuals and/or parties about nature of agents and/or conditions to be monitored
  • 2.5 Contribute to checking operability of equipment according to WHS laws, and organisational policies and procedures
3. Contribute to collecting workplace information and data
  • 3.1 Assist with arranging calibration of monitoring equipment where required
  • 3.2 Contribute to testing according to legislative requirements
  • 3.3 Use equipment to conduct sampling according to legislative requirements
  • 3.4 Ensure own health and safety and that of others present at the time of monitoring while collecting information and data
  • 3.5 Record readings according to organisational requirements, using expert support and advice as required
4. Contribute to cleaning and storing equipment
  • 4.1 Participate in reinstating equipment and parts to pre-use condition, or dispose of appropriately
  • 4.2 Contribute to correctly storing reusable equipment, and/or making it ready for re-use as required, according to WHS laws, and organisational policies and procedures
5. Contribute to documenting and evaluating results of monitoring
  • 5.1 Assist with interpreting and evaluating results against a recognised standard and document results
  • 5.2 Use results to contribute to preparing reports on the monitoring process, including any WHS regulatory requirements
  • 5.3 Ensure that results and records are retained in an easily retrievable format according to WHS laws, and organisational policies and procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AUI93 BSBWHS409 Assist with workplace monitoring processes Unit of competency