Elements and Performance Criteria

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.
Legislation and codes of practice may include:
award and enterprise agreements and relevant industrial instruments
relevant legislation from all levels of government that affects business operation, especially in regard to OHS and environmental issues, equal opportunity, industrial relations and anti-discrimination
Council OHS policies and procedures may include:
procedures for hazard identification and reporting
selection and implementation of risk control measures
incident/accident identification
safe operating procedures/instructions
use and care of personal protective equipment
emergency and evacuation procedures
use and storage of hazardous substances
transport and storage of dangerous goods
OHS arrangements for site contractors, visitors and members of the public
first aid provision and medical practitioner contact and attention
site access
Organisational procedures for consultation may include:
formal and informal meetings
health and safety committees
election of health and safety representatives in accordance with legislative requirements
attendance of health and safety representatives at management and OHS planning meetings
response to employee suggestions, requests, reports and concerns put forward to management
Identifying hazards in the workplace may include:
workplace inspections in area of responsibility, consulting with work group
housekeeping
OHS audits and review of audit reports
daily informal consultations with work group and regular work group meetings
checking equipment before and during work
review of health and safety records
Controlling risks may include:
removing the cause of risk at its source
selecting control measures in accordance with the hierarchy
job, process or workplace redesign
consultation with work groups and their representatives
OHS records may include:
audit and inspection reports
workplace environmental monitoring records
consultation
induction, instruction and training
manufacturer and supplier information
hazardous substances registers
plant and equipment maintenance and testing reports
workers compensation and rehabilitation records
first aid and medical records

Overview of assessment requirements
A person who demonstrates competency in this unit will be able to perform the outcomes described in the Elements to the required performance level detailed in the Performance Criteria. The knowledge and skill requirements described in the Range Statement must also be demonstrated. For example, knowledge of the legislative framework and safe work practices that underpin the performance of the unit are also required to be demonstrated.
Critical aspects of evidence to be considered
The demonstrated ability to:
apply council management systems and procedures in OHS within the work group area
identify and comply with OHS legal and council requirements
apply procedures for identifying hazards in the work area and provide accurate information and advice on workplace hazards to work group
apply procedures for assessing and controlling risks to health and safety associated with those hazards
apply OHS education, training and awareness strategies in the work area
maintain clear and accurate OHS records for the work area
Context of assessment
Competency is demonstrated by performance of all stated criteria, with particular attention to the critical aspects and the knowledge and skills elaborated in the Evidence Guide, and within the scope of the Range Statement.
Assessment must take account of the endorsed Assessment Guidelines in the Local Government Training Package.
Assessment of performance requirements in this unit should be undertaken in an actual workplace or simulated environment.
Assessment should reinforce the integration of the key competencies for the particular AQF level. Refer to the key competency levels at the end of this unit.
Relationship to other units(prerequisite or co-requisite units)
To enable holistic assessment this unit may be assessed with other units that form part of the job role, in particular:
LGACOM405B Implement and monitor the organisation's OHS policies, procedures and programs within the work group or section
Method of assessment
The following assessment methods are suggested:
observation of the learner performing a range of workplace tasks over sufficient time to demonstrate handling of a range of contingencies
written and/or oral questioning to assess knowledge and understanding
completion of workplace documentation
third-party reports from experienced practitioners
completion of self-paced learning materials including personal reflection and feedback from trainer, coach or supervisor
Evidence required for demonstration of consistent performance
Evidence should be collected over a set period of time that is sufficient to include dealings with an appropriate range and variety of situations.
Resource implications
The learner and trainer should have access to appropriate documentation and resources normally used in the workplace such as access to a workplace or simulated case study that:
encompasses a simulated OHS system structure
sets out legislative and council requirements or objectives
provides simulated consultation and training processes