Course Title: Apply OHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry

National Element Code & Title:

CPCCOHS2001A Apply OHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry

Performance Criteria:

1.1. Hazards in the work area are identified, assessed and reported to designated personnel .
1.2. Safety risks in the work area are identified, assessed and reported to designated personnel.
1.3. Safe work practices , duty of care requirements and safe work instructions are followed for controlling risks.
1.4. OHS, hazard, accident or incident reports are contributed to according to workplace procedures and Australian government and state or territory OHS legislation and relevant information .

Performance Criteria:

2.1.  Hazardous materials  on a work site are correctly identified and, if appropriate, handled and used according to company and legislated procedures.

2.2. Measures for controlling risks  and construction hazards are applied effectively and immediately.

2.3. Hazardous materials that have safety implications for self and other workers are secured immediately they are identified, using appropriate signs and symbols .

2.4. Asbestos-containing materials are identified on a work site and reported to designated personnel.

Performance Criteria:

3.1. Correct personal protective equipment  and clothing for each area of construction work are identified, worn, correctly fitted, used and stored according to enterprise procedures.

3.2. Selection of tools , equipment  and materials , and organisation of tasks are performed in conjunction with other personnel on site and in accordance with enterprise procedures.

3.3. Required barricades and signage are determined and erected at the appropriate site location.

3.4. Material safety data sheets (MSDS), and job safety analysis (JSA) and safe work method statements relevant to the work to be carried out are identified and applied.

Performance Criteria:

4.1. Tasks are performed in a manner that is safe for operators, other personnel and the general community in accordance with legislative requirements, and enterprise policies and procedures.

4.2. Plant and equipment guards are used in accordance with manufacturer specifications, work site regulations and Australian standards where applicable.

4.3. Procedures and relevant authorities for reporting hazards, incidents and injuries are used.

4.4. Prohibited tools and equipment  in areas with identified asbestos are recognised and not used.

4.5. Work site safety signs and symbols are identified and followed.

4.6. Work site area is cleared and maintained to prevent and protect self and others from incidents and accidents and to meet environmental requirements .

Performance Criteria:

5.1. Designated personnel are identified in the event of an emergency for communication purposes.

5.2. Safe workplace procedures for dealing with accidents, various types of fire  and other emergencies are followed, including identification or use, if appropriate, of fire equipment  within scope of responsibilities.

5.3. Emergency response and evacuation procedures  are known, practised and carried out effectively when required.

5.4. Emergency first aid treatment of minor injuries is carried out correctly and details of any treatment administered are reported accurately to designated personnel as soon as possible.

Theory Task: CPCCOHS2001A Worksheets/Questions

Theory Task: Pearson Worksheets

Theory Task: Electrical safety

Basic Building and Construction Skills: Carpentry & Other General Construction (Revised) (4e)

9781486015016

Assessment tasks

Assessment 1: Activity 1 to 4 & 2 A/B/C/D

Assessment 2: SWMS/Workbook/questions

Assessment 3: Workplace Safety Induction

These tasks assesses the following Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs):

Elements/

Performance Criteria Covered

Assessment 1

Assessment 2

Assessment 3

1.2

X

X

1.4

X

X

2.2

X

2.4

X

3.2

X

X

3.4

X

X

4.2

X

X

4.4

X

X

4.6

X

X

5.2

X

X

5.4

X

X

Theory Task: CPCCOHS2001A Worksheets/Questions

Theory Task: Pearson Worksheets

2A

Theory Task: Electrical safety

2C