Units of competency BSBOHS501B Participate in the coordination and maintenance of systematic approach to managing OHS BSBOHS502B Participate in the management of the OHS information and data systems Units of competency BSBOHS503B Assist in the design and development of OHS participative arrangements BSBOHS508B Participate in the investigation of incidents Additional notes from conversation Assessor’s signature Outcome (Please circle) S (Satisfactory) NYS (Not Yet Satisfactory) Assessor’s name Date Interview Question Bank and Recording Sheets
Head 2 1 Neck 3 1 Back 9 4 Shoulders and arms 5 5 Hands and fingers 5 5 Feet and toes 8 5 Demonstration/Observation Checklist Cluster 1 – Safety system management Task 1 Parts A and B – Participate in managing OHS systems Candidate’s name Assessor’s name Supervisor’s name (if applicable) Work activity The candidate is to read and analyse Case study 1, or choose an alternative case study from the options provided, and perform the associated tasks. Cluster 1 – Core units of competency BSBOHS501B Participate in the coordination and maintenance of systematic approach to managing OHS BSBOHS502B Participate in the management of the OHS information and data systems BSBOHS503B Assist in the design and development of OHS participative arrangements BSBOHS508B Participate in the investigation of incidents Assessment location Date of demonstration Time Instructions for the Assessor
Resources required for this task access to organisation’s documentation, information and data access to workplace, including personnel involved in areas to be audited and evaluated access to the alternative case study options: current workplace or , A 1999, Managing Major Hazards – the Lessons of the Moura Mine Disaster, Allen & Unwin – NSW, 2065. or Hopkins, A 2000, Lessons from Longford – The Esso Gas Plant Explosion, CCH Australia, North Ryde, NSW.
Resources required for this task Assessment must ensure access to the following: workplace or simulated workplace workplace documentation office equipment and resources reports from other parties consulted in identifying hazards and conducting risk assessments manufacturers’ manuals including specifications and operational information and data resources outlining a range of hazards and work situations (eg video, interactive CD, internet and other computer-based resources) relevant legislation, standards and guidelines relating to risks found in the workplace access to the alternative case study options: current workplace or , A 1999, Managing Major Hazards – the Lessons of the Moura Mine Disaster, Allen & Unwin – NSW, 2065. or Hopkins, A 2000, Lessons from Longford – The Esso Gas Plant Explosion, CCH Australia, North Ryde, NSW.
Page intentionally blank Candidate’s Self-Evaluation Cluster 1 – Safety system management Candidate’s name Date completed Units of competency BSBOHS501B Participate in the coordination and maintenance of systematic approach to managing OHS BSBOHS502B Participate in the management of the OHS information and data systems Units of competency BSBOHS503B Assist in the design and development of OHS participative arrangements BSBOHS508B Participate in the investigation of incidents Skill Set 1 Competency/Task I have performed these tasks Supervisor’s Evaluation Evidence to support claim Frequently Never Sometimes Doc No. Documentation provided (Number and name the document you are providing for easy reference.)
Page intentionally blank Candidate’s Self-Evaluation Cluster 2 – Risk management strategies Candidate’s name Date completed Units of competency BSBOHS504B Apply principles of OHS risk management BSBOHS505B Manage hazards in the work environment Units of competency BSBOHS506B Monitor and facilitate the management of hazards associated with plant BSBOHS507B Facilitate the application of principles of occupational health to control OHS risk Skill Set 1 Competency/Task I have performed these tasks Supervisor’s Evaluation Evidence to support claim Frequently Never Sometimes Doc No. Documentation provided (Number and name the document you are providing for easy reference.)
Questions Practical Third Party Report Other evidence Core units BSBOHS501B Participate in the coordination and maintenance of systematic approach to managing OHS Yes No BSBOHS502B Participate in the management of the OHS information and data systems Yes No BSBOHS503B Assist in the design and development of OHS participative arrangements Yes No BSBOHS504B Apply principles of risk management Yes No BSBOHS508B Participate in the investigation of incidents Yes No Elective units BSBOHS505B Manage hazards in the work environment Yes No BSBOHS506B Monitor and facilitate the management of hazards associated with plant Yes No BSBOHS507B Facilitate the application of principles of occupational health to control OHS risk Yes No Assessor’s signature Assessor’s name Date
BSBOHS502B – Participate in the management of the OHS information and data systems Required skills (continued) Consultation and negotiation skills to develop plans, and to implement and monitor designated actions. Q1, 15 Task 1B (TS, TMS, CS) 9, 18 Project management skills to achieve change in OHS matters. Q3, 6, 12 Task 1B (TS, TMS, CS) 2, Organisational skills to manage own tasks in a timeframe. Q3, 6, 12 Task 1B (TS, TMS, CS) 2 Information technology skills to access and enter internal and external information and data on OHS and to use a range of communication media. Q7, 10, 13, 15 Task 1B (TS, TMS) 7, 9 BSBOHS503B – Assist in the design and development of OHS participative arrangements Element 1 – Identify the need for OHS participative arrangements 1.1 Review OHS legislation to identify legal requirements for participative arrangements. Q8, 14 Task 1A (TMS) 21 1.2 Identify factors that may impact on the design of participative arrangements. Q4 Task 1A (TMS, CM, JRE) 11, 12 1.3 Review organisational policies and procedures to identify requirements and opportunities for OHS consultation and communication. Q6 Task 1A (TMS, CM, JRE) 12 1.4 Review effectiveness of existing workplace arrangements, in consultation with stakeholders, for OHS consultation and communication. Q1, 6, 15 Task 1A (TMS, CM, JRE) 11, 20 1.5 Define information and consultation requirements, in consultation with stakeholders and key personnel, for specific roles and groups. Q1, 6, 15 Task 1A (TMS, JRE) 9, 17, 18
BSBOHS508B – Participate in the investigation of incidents 1.3 Identify statutory and legal obligations and, if required, advise relevant government bodies. Q11 Task 2 (TMS) 9, 13, 21 1.4 Notify key persons within the organisation. Q11 Task 2 (TMS, JRE) 9 1.5 Determine factors affecting the complexity of the investigation. Q11 Task 2 (TMS) 13 1.6 Identify stakeholders and interested parties, and notify as appropriate. Q11 Task 2 (TMS, JRE) 9 Element 2 – Participate in the establishment of investigation processes 2.1 Access and understand organisational policies and procedures for incident investigation. Q11 Task 2 (TMS, JRE) 13 2.2 Convene investigation team appropriate to the level of the investigation. Q12 Task 2 (TS, TMS) 13 2.3 Define scope of the investigation taking account of legislative requirements. Q11 Task 2 (TS, TMS) 14 2.4 Facilitate involvement of interested parties in accordance with legislative requirements. Q11 Task 2 (TS, TMS) 9, 13, 21 2.5 Identify and source resources required to conduct the investigation, including the need for expert advice, if required. Q11 Task 2 (TS, TMS, CS) 13 2.6 Identify and address barriers to investigation. Q12 Task 2 (TS, TMS, CS, JRE) 13 2.7 Ensure action plans and time lines are developed by the investigation team Q11 Task 2 (TMS, JRE) 2, 13 Element 3 – Collect information and data for analysis 3.1 Identify and access sources of information and data. Q12 Task 2 (TMS, JRE) 8, 7, 15, 13 3.2 Inspect incident site, equipment and other evidence. Q12 Task 2 (TMS, JRE) 13, 15 3.3 Facilitate information and data gathered by others. Q12 Task 2 (TS, TMS, JRE) 8, 15
BSBOHS506B – Monitor and facilitate the management of hazards associated with plant 1.2 Identify hazards in the design, manufacture, registration, supply, installation, commissioning, use, maintenance, testing, dismantling, storage and disposal of plant and systems of work associated plant. Q1 Task 3 (TS, TMS, JRE) 1, 6 1.3 Identify and analyse work environments, tasks and circumstances that may lead to hazardous situations or exacerbate risk associated with use of plant and equipment. Q1 Task 3 (TS, TMS, JRE) 1, 6 1.4 In the process of hazard identification, identify and consult appropriate specialist advisors, stakeholders, relevant key personnel and other parties. Q2 Task 3 (TS, TMS, JRE) 1 1.5 Establish, report and review appropriate procedures for recording and reporting on hazards associated with plant as part of the systematic approach to managing OHS. Q8 Task 3 (TS, TMS, CS, JRE) 2, 6 Element 2 – Analyse OHS risk associated with plant 2.1 Determine the method of risk assessment in consultation with operators and stakeholders and, if required, specialist advisors. Q3, 4 Task 3 (TMS, JRE) 8, 9, 10, 11,12 2.2 Identify and assess risk associated with hazards arising from plant in consultation with operators and stakeholders, taking into account the effectiveness of existing controls. Q2, 3, 4, 5 Task 3 (TS, TMS, JRE) 6, 9, 12 2.3 Develop and regularly update risk registers for items of plant and associated equipment. Q2 Task 3 (TS, TMS, CS, JRE) 7, 13 2.4 Identify risks requiring further control action. Q2, 3 Task 3 (TS, TMS, CS, JRE) 7, 13 Element 3 – Control risks associated with plant hazards 3.1 Source information, data and advice on risk control options for plant and machinery hazards. Q2 Task 3 (TS, TMS, JRE) 1, 6 3.2 Involve operators, stakeholders and key personnel in the development of controls. Q2 Task 3 (TS, TMS, JRE) 1, 9
BSBOHS507B – Facilitate the application of principles of occupational health to control OHS risk 1.3 Consider the role of individual difference in susceptibility to occupational disease of injury in identifying adverse effects on health. Q1 Task 3 (TS, TMS, JRE) 1 1.4 Identify situations where health professionals may be required. Q2, 4 Task 3 (TS, TMS, CS) 1 Element 2 – Identify the potential for adverse effects on health related to the interaction of the work environment, work systems and people 2.1 Apply knowledge of sources of occupational disease and injury to analyse job characteristics, nature of work and the context of work to help identify situations with potential for physical or psychological harm to employees. Q1 Task 3 (TMS, JRE) 1, 3, 5, 8 2.2 Access workplace and internal sources of information and data taking account of privacy requirements, to assist in identifying situations with a potential for physical or psychosocial harm to employees. Q2 Task 3 (TS, TMS, JRE) 1 Element 3 – Facilitate the control of risks to health in the workplace 3.1 Apply the hierarchy of control to control risks to occupational health. Q3 Task 3 (TS, TMS) 12 3.2 Examine workplace policies, procedures and schedules to minimise situations with a potential to cause physical or psychological harm to employees. Q1 Task 3 (TS, TMS, JRE) 1, 3, 5, 8 3.3 Examine organisational communication processes to maximise clarity of roles and employee involvement in these processes. Q9, 10 Task 3 (TS, TMS, JRE) 2, 3 Element 4 – Participate in the development of strategies to communicate occupational health 4.1 Research and identify characteristics of target groups. Q10 Task 3 (TS, TMS, JRE) 1 4.2 Interpret and discuss health effects with stakeholders that may result from work and the working environment. Q3, 7 Task 3 (TS, TMS, CS, JRE) 8 4.3 Implement communication strategies in accordance with legal and ethical requirements. Q10 Task 3 (TS, TMS) 9, 16
BSBOHS507B – Facilitate the application of principles of occupational health to control OHS risk 4.4 Evaluate and monitor the effectiveness of health communication. Q9 Task 3 (TS, TMS, JRE) 2 Element 5 – Monitor and facilitate occupational health education and training 5.1 Identify the need for health information and data, and training in consultation with workplace stakeholders. Q11 Task 3 (TS, TMS, JRE) 2, 9 5.2 Identify personnel including health professionals and resources to deliver occupational health training. Q11 Task 3 (TMS) 2 5.3 Identify and allocate roles and responsibilities for the delivery of training. Q11 Task 3 (TS, TMS) 2 5.4 Provide health information and data, and education to managers and workers in a manner that facilitates understanding and uptake. Q11 Task 3 (TS, TMS, JRE) 9 5.5 Apply training, evaluation and monitoring processes. Q9, 11 Task 3 (TS, TMS, JRE) 2 Element 6 – Review and evaluate the occupational health program 6.1 Evaluate outcomes and document the overall impact of occupational health education programs through an evaluation plan. Q9 Task 3 (TS, TMS, JRE) 2 6.2 Evaluate and document the overall impact of the occupational health program. Q9 Task 3 (TS, TMS, JRE) 2 6.3 Make recommendation for future programs as a result of the evaluation. Q9 Task 3 (TMS, CS) 2 Critical aspects of evidence Facilitation of strategies to assist with controlling OHS risks associated with occupational health issues. Q1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10,11 Task 3 (TS, TMS, CS, JRE) 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 11, 12, 13,14, 15 Knowledge of structure and forms of legislation including Regulations, codes of practice, associated standards and guidance material. Q2, 10 Task 3 (TMS) 16
BSBOHS507B – Facilitate the application of principles of occupational health to control OHS risk Required knowledge Basic knowledge of toxicology of hazardous material and potential health effects in the workplace. Q1 Task 3 (TMS) 3, 4, 5, 8, 9, 13, 14, 15 Ethics related to professional practice. Q10 Task 3 (TMS) 16 Formal and informal communication and consultation processes and key personnel related to communication. Q2, 3, 10 Task 3 (TMS) 8, 9, 10, 11 Hierarchy of control and considerations for choosing between different control measures, such as possible inadequacies of particular control measures. Q3 Task 3 (TS, TMS, CM) 4, 12 How the characteristics and composition of the workforce impact on risk and the systematic approach to managing OHS, for example: communication skills cultural background/workplace diversity gender labour market changes language, literacy and numeracy structure and organisation of workforce, eg part time, casual and contract workers, shift rosters, geographical location workers with specific needs. Q1, 3, 7, 9, 10 Task 3 (TMS, CM, JRE) 2 Internal and external sources of OHS information and data. Q1, 2, 4 Task 3 (TMS, JRE) 1 Key personnel, including ‘change agents’, within workplace management structure. Task 3 (TMS, JRE) 1, 9 Language, literacy and cultural profile of the workgroup. Q1, 9, 10 Task 3 (TMS, JRE) 5, 8, 9, 10, 11 Methods of providing evidence of compliance with OHS legislation. Q7, 8, 10 Task 3 (TS, TMS) 3, 4, 6, 7, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16
BSBOHS507B – Facilitate the application of principles of occupational health to control OHS risk Required skills (continued) Technological skills to use basic measuring equipment including reading scales and dials applicable to selected hazards. Q4 Task 3 (TS, TMS) 5, 14, 15 Communication skills to: conduct effective formal and informal meetings and to communicate effectively with personnel at all levels of the organisation, OHS specialists and, as required, emergency services personnel prepare reports for a range of target groups including OHS committees, OHS representatives, managers and supervisors use language and literacy skills appropriate to the workgroup and the task. Q2, 3, 4, 6, 7, 9, 10, Task 3 (TS, TMS, CS, JRE) 1, 2, 3 4, 5, 6, 8, 9, 10, 11 Consultation and negotiation skills to develop plans, and to implement and monitor designated actions. Q2, 5, 7, 9, 10, 11 Task 3 (TS, TMS, CS) 2, 8, 9 Project management skills to achieve change in OHS matters. Q1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 Task 3 (TS, TMS, CS) 2 Organisational skills to manage own tasks in a timeframe. Q1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 Task 3 (TS, TMS, CS) 2 Information technology skills to access and enter internal and external information and data on OHS and to use a range of communication media. Q3, 4, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10 Task 3 (TS, TMS) 1, 8, 9