Wednesday, June 17, 2009

COURSE OUTLINE AND TIMEFRAME

UNIT OF COMPETENCY : PRACTICE OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY PROCEDURES

UNIT CODE : 500311108

UNIT DESCRIPTOR : This unit covers the outcomes required to comply with regulatory and organizational requirements for occupational health and safety.


ELEMENT PERFORMANCE CRITERIA
Italicized terms are elaborated in the Range of Variables
1. Identify hazards and risks 1.1 Safety regulations and workplace safety and hazard control practices and procedures are clarified and explained based on organization procedures
1.2 Hazards/risks in the workplace and their corresponding indicators are identified to minimize or eliminate risk to co-workers, workplace and environment in accordance with organization procedures
1.3 Contingency measures during workplace accidents, fire and other emergencies are recognized and established in accordance with organization procedures

2. Evaluate hazards and risks 2.1 Terms of maximum tolerable limits which when exceeded will result in harm or damage are identified based on threshold limit values (TLV)
2.2 Effects of the hazards are determined
2.3 OHS issues and/or concerns and identified safety hazards are reported to designated personnel in accordance with workplace requirements and relevant workplace OHS legislation












ELEMENT PERFORMANCE CRITERIA
Italicized terms are elaborated in the Range of Variables
3. Control hazards and risks 3.1 Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) procedures for controlling hazards/risks in workplace are consistently followed
3.2 Procedures for dealing with workplace accidents, fire and emergencies are followed in accordance with organization OHS policies
3.3 Personal protective equipment (PPE) is correctly used in accordance with organization OHS procedures and practices
3.4 Appropriate assistance is provided in the event of a workplace emergency in accordance with established organization protocol


4. Maintain OHS awareness
4.1 Emergency-related drills and trainings are participated in as per established organization guidelines and procedures
4.2 OHS personal records are completed and updated in accordance with workplace requirements





























RANGE OF VARIABLES

VARIABLE RANGE
1. Safety regulations May include but are not limited to:
1.1 Clean Air Act
1.2 Building code
1.3 National Electrical and Fire Safety Codes
1.4 Waste management statutes and rules
1.5 Philippine Occupational Safety and Health Standards
1.6 DOLE regulations on safety legal requirements
1.7 ECC regulations

2. Hazards/Risks May include but are not limited to:
2.1 Physical hazards – impact, illumination, pressure, noise, vibration, temperature, radiation
2.2 Biological hazards- bacteria, viruses, plants, parasites, mites, molds, fungi, insects
2.3 Chemical hazards – dusts, fibers, mists, fumes, smoke, gasses, vapors
2.4 Ergonomics
2.4.1 Psychological factors – over exertion/ excessive force, awkward/static positions, fatigue, direct pressure, varying metabolic cycles
2.4.2 Physiological factors – monotony, personal relationship, work out cycle

3. Contingency measures May include but are not limited to:
3.1 Evacuation
3.2 Isolation
3.3 Decontamination
3.4 Calling emergency personnel

4. PPE May include but are not limited to:
4.1 Mask
4.2 Gloves
4.3 Goggles
4.4 Hair Net/cap/bonnet
4.5 Face mask/shield
4.6 Ear muffs
4.7 Apron/Gown/coverall/jump suit
4.8 Anti-static suits




VARIABLE RANGE

5. Emergency-related drills and training
5.1 Fire drill
5.2 Earthquake drill
5.3 Basic life support/CPR
5.4 First aid
5.5 Spillage control
5.6 Decontamination of chemical and toxic
5.7 Disaster preparedness/management


6. OHS personal records
6.1 Medical/Health records
6.2 Incident reports
6.3 Accident reports
6.4 OHS-related training completed































EVIDENCE GUIDE

1. Critical Aspects of Competency Assessment requires evidence that the candidate:
1.1 Explained clearly established workplace safety and hazard control practices and procedures
1.2 Identified hazards/risks in the workplace and its corresponding indicators in accordance with company procedures
1.3 Recognized contingency measures during workplace accidents, fire and other emergencies
1.4 Identified terms of maximum tolerable limits based on threshold limit value- TLV.
1.5 Followed Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) procedures for controlling hazards/risks in workplace
1.6 Used Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in accordance with company OHS procedures and practices
1.7 Completed and updated OHS personal records in accordance with workplace requirements

2. Underpinning Knowledge and
Attitude 2.1 OHS procedures and practices and regulations
2.2 PPE types and uses
2.3 Personal hygiene practices
2.4 Hazards/risks identification and control
2.5 Threshold Limit Value -TLV
2.6 OHS indicators
2.7 Organization safety and health protocol
2.8 Safety consciousness
2.9 Health consciousness

3. Underpinning
Skills 3.1 Practice of personal hygiene
3.2 Hazards/risks identification and control skills
3.3 Interpersonal skills
3.4 Communication skills
3. Resource Implications The following resources must be provided:
4.1 Workplace or assessment location
4.2 OHS personal records
4.3 PPE
4.4 Health records

4. Methods of Assessment Competency may be assessed through:
5.1 Portfolio Assessment
5.2 Interview
5.3 Case Study/Situation
5. Context for Assessment 6.1 Competency may be assessed in the work place or in a simulated work place setting
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