Course Title: Assist with responding to incidents
Part A: Course Overview
Program: S0031 OHS Skill Set 1 - RIIERP
Course Title: Assist with responding to incidents
Portfolio: SEH Portfolio Office
Nominal Hours: 40
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Course Contact: Namrita Kaul
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4309
Course Contact Email: narmita.kaul@rmit.edu.au
Course Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to assist with actions and activities performed in response to incidents.
Pre-requisite Courses and Assumed Knowledge and Capabilities
None
National Competency Codes and Titles
National Element Code & Title: |
BSBWHS406A Assist with responding to incidents |
Elements: |
1. Assist with identifying legislative and other requirements 2. Assist with implementing initial incident response procedures 3. Assist with collecting WHS information and data relevant to an investigation 4. Assist incident investigations 5. Assist in implementing recommended measures and actions arising from investigations |
Learning Outcomes
Overview of Assessment
The following range of assessment tools will be used
1. Participation in Discussion Forum
2. Report Writing and/or Case Studies
to demonstrate the skills and knowledge required to:
• analyse responses to case studies and scenarios
• assessment of documentation completed when contributing to WHS investigations
• assess knowledge of basic principles of incident causation
• review of reports on safety incidents, injuries and illnesses