MEM05 Metal and engineering Core unit SAMPLE. MEM13014A Apply principles of work health and safety in the work environment.

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1 MEM05 Metal and Engineering Training Package MEM05 Metal and engineering Core unit MEM13014A Apply principles of work health and safety in the work environment Learner guide Version 1 Training and Education Support Industry Skills Unit Meadowbank Product code: 5758

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3 MEM13014A Apply principles of work health and safety in the work environment Acknowledgments The TAFE NSW Training and Education Support Industry Skills Unit, Meadowbank would like to acknowledge the support and assistance of the following people in the production of this learner resource guide: WorkCover NSW WorkSafe Victoria WorkSafety Act Govt Writer: Gordon McLean TAFE NSW Reviewer: Jim Miles TAFE NSW Project Manager: Stephen Davies Education Programs Manager TAFE NSW Enquiries Enquiries about this and other publications can be made to: Training and Education Support Industry Skills Unit, Meadowbank Meadowbank TAFE Level 3, Building J, See Street, MEADOWBANK NSW 2114 Tel: Fax: The State of New South Wales, Department of Education and Training, TAFE NSW, Training and Education Support Industry Skills Unit, Meadowbank, Copyright of this material is reserved to TAFE NSW Training and Education Support Industry Skills Unit, Meadowbank. Reproduction or transmittal in whole or in part, other than for the purposes of private study or research, and subject to the provisions of the Copyright Act, is prohibited without the written authority of, TAFE NSW Training and Education Support Industry Skills Unit, Meadowbank ISBN Developed by Training & Education Support Industry Skills Unit, Meadowbank TAFE NSW 2013

4 MEM13014A Apply principles of work health and safety in the work environment Table of Contents Introduction General introduction Using this learner guide Prior knowledge and experience Topic 1: Work, health and safety Unit of competency overview Evidence from the workplace or workshop Knowledge covered by this unit Review questions for topic Practical exercise Resource Evaluation Form Developed by Training & Education Support Industry Skills Unit, Meadowbank TAFE NSW 2013

5 MEM13014A Apply principles of work health and safety in the work environment Topic 1: Work, health and safety This topic will help you to achieve the Metal and Engineering Unit of Competency MEM13014A Apply principles of work health and safety in the work environment. Unit of competency overview Unit code and title MEM13014A Apply principles of work health and safety in the work environment. Application of the competency This unit covers essential skills and knowledge that underpin all units within the Metal and Engineering Training Package. The unit applies to working in the engineering, manufacturing or allied industries. Competencies demonstrated would be associated with performance of duties and use of specialist skills. This unit and these standards do not cover the skills of emergency teams such as fire fighting, first aid officer etc. Elements Elements are the essential outcomes of the unit of competency 1. Follow safe workpractices. Performance criteria Together, performance criteria specify the requirements for competent performance. 1.1 Work is carried out safely and in accordance with company policy and procedures and legislative requirements. 1.2 Housekeeping is undertaken in accordance with company procedures. 1.3 Responsibilities and duties of employees are understood and demonstrated in day-to-day actions. 1.4 Personal protective equipment is worn and stored according to company procedures. 1.5 All safety equipment and devices are used according to legislative requirements and company/manufacturers procedures. 1.6 Safety signs/symbols are identified and followed as per instruction. 1.7 All manual handling is carried out in accordance with legal requirements, company procedures and National Work, Health and Safety Commission guidelines. 1.8 Emergency equipment is identified and appropriate use is demonstrated. TAFE NSW (Training & Education Support, Industry Skills Unit Meadowbank) 2013 Page 11 of 34

6 MEM13014A Apply principles of work health and safety in the work environment Elements Elements are the essential outcomes of the unit of competency 2. Report workplace hazards and accidents. Performance criteria Together, performance criteria specify the requirements for competent performance. 2.1 Actual and foreseeable workplace hazards are identified during course of work and reported to appropriate person according to standard operating procedures. 2.2 Accidents and incidents are reported according to workplace procedures. 3. Follow emergency procedures. Required skills and knowledge Essential knowledge Look for evidence that confirms knowledge of 3.1 Appropriate personnel and emergency services and means of contacting them in the event of an incident can be identified. 3.2 Emergency and evacuation procedures are understood and carried out where required. 3.3 Company evacuation procedures are followed in case of an emergency. rights, responsibilities and duties of employees and employers use of personal protective equipment appropriate equipment and safety devices for particular workplace tasks reasons for using safety equipment and devices meaning and application of safety signs and symbols procedures and limits for manual handling location and use of emergency equipment reasons for selecting a particular type of equipment procedures for identifying and reporting hazards persons or services to be contacted in the event of a range of accidents reasons for use of standard procedures including those for emergencies and evacuation hazards and housekeeping requirements associated with the work environment safe work practices and procedures. Essential skills Look for evidence that confirms skills in following safe working practices maintaining a safe and clean condition workplace carrying out workplace activities such as working safely, not endangering others, following company and legislative requirements, following procedures selecting, wearing and storing appropriate personal protective equipment using appropriate safety equipment and devices Page 12 of 34 TAFE NSW (Training & Education Support, Industry Skills Unit Meadowbank) 2013

7 MEM13014A Apply principles of work health and safety in the work environment carrying out work with the information given by safety signs and symbols carrying out manual handling principles using emergency equipment correctly noting workplace hazards contacting appropriate personnel and emergency services in the event of an accident following emergency and evacuation procedures communicating and interpreting information appropriate to WH & S within the scope of this unit checking and clarifying task-related information communicating with emergency personnel checking conformance to specifications. Evidence from the workplace or workshop This topic helps you to achieve the Metal and Engineering Unit of Competency MEM13014A Apply principles of work health and safety in the work place. To achieve this unit you must not only know about the content below but display a positive commitment and attitude to safety and occupational health in the TAFE workshop and in your workplace. This will include: Following safe working practices including company and legal requirements Maintaining a safe and clean workplace Selecting, wearing and storing appropriate personal protective equipment Using appropriate safety equipment and devices Carrying out correct manual handling procedures Knowledge covered by this unit Work, health and safety The Australian Government has in place national work, health and safety laws which is the Work Health and Safety (WHS) Act 2011 and the Work Health and Safety Regulations (2011). The WHS Act sets out the legal obligations that must be complied with in all states and territories to provide for the health and safety of workers. The WHS act and regulations includes a list of commonsense objectives to help focus attention on sound workplace safety and welfare principles. The objectives of the WHS Act are to: a. Secure and promote the health, safety and welfare of people at work. b. Protect people in their place of work against risks to health or safety arising out of the activities of others in the workplace. TAFE NSW (Training & Education Support, Industry Skills Unit Meadowbank) 2013 Page 13 of 34

8 Resource Evaluation Form MEM05 Metal and engineering core unit, MEM13014A Apply principles of work health and safety in the work environment. Version 1. Please take the time to complete this evaluation form and either post/fax to TAFE NSW Training and Education Support Industry Skills Unit, Meadowbank Locked Bag No. 6 MEADOWBANK NSW 2114 FAX: Your feedback can assist us in our continual improvement process. Please add additional comments on the back of this form, if necessary. Your campus The date this unit was completed Please circle your responses to the following: Did you find this resource easy to use? Yes No Why Was the content clear and relevant? Yes No If not, why not Did the resource adequately prepare you for assessment? Yes No If not, why not What other type of resources did you use to complete this course? Internet Library Work colleagues Other (please specify) Please indicate how you used this resource: I used it in addition to attending face-to-face classes I used it as a self-paced learner, with occasional phone contact with a designated teacher I used it as a self-paced learner, supported by a study group of other students studying the same unit of competency I used it as a self-paced learner and was supported by workshop participation I used it as a self-paced learner and was supported by a tutor visiting my workplace I used it during my traineeship Other Thank you for taking the time to give us your valuable feedback. Please add your suggestions to improve this resource.

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