Course Title: Apply site risk management system

Part B: Course Detail

Teaching Period: Term2 2016

Course Code: OHTH5704C

Course Title: Apply site risk management system

School: 130T Vocational Engineering

Campus: City Campus

Program: C4336 - Certificate IV in Surveying

Course Contact: Program Manager

Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4468

Course Contact Email: vocengineering@rmit.edu.au


Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff

Teacher: Toby Manning

School of Vocational Engineering, Health & Sciences (Surveying)
Ph: 9925 4934
Email: toby.manning@rmit.edu.au

Teacher: Indira Wittamperuma
School of Vocational Engineering, Health & Sciences (Surveying)
Ph: 9925 4468
Email: indira.wittamperuma@rmit.edu.au

Nominal Hours: 40

Regardless of the mode of delivery, represent a guide to the relative teaching time and student effort required to successfully achieve a particular competency/module. This may include not only scheduled classes or workplace visits but also the amount of effort required to undertake, evaluate and complete all assessment requirements, including any non-classroom activities.

Pre-requisites and Co-requisites

Nil

Course Description

This unit covers applying the site risk management system in resources and infrastructure industries. It includes: providing information to the work group; applying and monitoring participative arrangements, the procedures for providing training, for identifying hazards and assessing risks, for controlling risks; and the procedures for maintaining records.


National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria

National Element Code & Title:

RIIRIS401A Apply site risk management system

Element:

1. Provide information to the work group

Performance Criteria:

1.1. Access, interpret and apply compliance documentation relevant to applying the site risk management system
1.2. Accurately explain relevant compliance documentation to the work group
1.3. Provide information on the organisation's risk management policies, procedures and programs to the work group in an accessible manner

1.4. Regularly provide and clearly explain information about identified hazards and the outcomes of risk assessment and control to the work group

Element:

2. Apply and monitor participative arrangements

Performance Criteria:

2.1. Explain the importance of effective consultative mechanisms in managing risk to the work group
2.2. Conduct and monitor consultative procedures to facilitate participation of work groups in managing work area hazards
2.3. Promptly deal with issues raised through consultation in accordance with organisational consultation procedures
2.4. Record and promptly communicate the outcomes of consultation over risk management issues to the work group

Element:

3. Apply and monitor the procedures for providing training

Performance Criteria:

3.1. Systematically identify risk management training needs in line with organisational requirements
3.2. Make arrangements, in consultation with relevant individuals, to meet risk management training needs of team members.
3.3. Provide workplace learning opportunities and coaching and mentoring assistance to facilitate team and individual achievement of identified training needs
3.4. Identify and report costs associated with provision of training for work team for inclusion in financial planning

Element:

4. Apply and monitor procedures for identifying hazards and assessing risks

Performance Criteria:

4.1. Identify and report hazards and risks in the work area in accordance with risk management and related policies and procedures
4.2. Action team members hazard reports promptly in accordance with organisational procedures

Element:

5. Apply and monitor the procedures for controlling risks

Performance Criteria:

5.1. Apply procedures for controlling risk using the hierarchy of controls and organisational requirements
5.2. Identify and report inadequacies in existing risk control measures in accordance with hierarchy of controls
5.3. Monitor outcomes of reported inadequacies where appropriate to ensure a prompt organisational response

Element:

6. Apply and monitor the procedures for maintaining records

Performance Criteria:

6.1. Ensure accurate completion and maintenance of risk management records of incidents in the work area in accordance with organisational requirements
6.2. Use aggregate information and data from work area records to identify hazards and monitor risk control procedures in work area

Learning Outcomes


Refer to elements


Details of Learning Activities

This course is delivered in conjunction with CPPDSM3009A Maintain workplace safety in the property industry

You will learn to:

  • Measure and evaluate the OHS system in line with the organisation’s quality systems framework
  • Develop procedures for ongoing hazard identification, and assessment and control of associated risks
  • Ensure compliance with the OHS legislative framework so that legal OHS standards are maintained

The total number of scheduled hours of teaching, learning and assessment involved in this course includes all planned activities (face to face classes, lectures, workshops and seminars; workplace visits, online learning and other forms of structured teaching and learning). It also covers the amount of effort necessary to undertake, evaluate and complete all assessment requirements, observation of work performance, discussions with supervisors and others providing third party evidence and one on one and group assessment sessions with students.
 


Teaching Schedule

 This is an indicative teaching schedule, refer to the Blackboard for any changes or announcements.

Session/Date Topic Element Assessment

1

 

 Induction

Induction – OH&S - Covered in element 1
Identify potential hazards at RMIT
Develop inspection program that will identify what should be inspected, frequency recording and reporting procedures

 

1,2,3,4,5 & 6

  

1

 

 Field activities

• RMIT OH&S policy
• Supervisor’s responsibility – duty of care
• Fill in Risk Assessment & Job Safety Analysis form
• Information on use of surveying equipment, clothing necessary for health and safety
• Accident reporting
• First aid
• Insurance

 1,2,3,4,5 & 6  

1

 

 Yarra Bend - OH &Safety

Students to document OH &S findings in JSA form

6

  Assessment 1

2

 

Office safety

Ergonomics

Ergonomic Desk Design
Ergonomic Desk Organization
Ergonomic Work Habits/Practices

Fire Safety equipment

Common causes of fire
Fire safety equipment
Response to fire

 1,2,3,4,5  

2

 

Sun protection

General information
• UV radiation
• Skin cancer
• Training on Health effects of exposure to UV radiation, Factors effecting levels of UV radiation, Correct use of
 sun protection measure on site and Early diction of skin cancer • Assess the risk of heat illness
• Preventing heat illness
• Sun protection measures

 1,3,4,5
 		  

2

 

 Yarra Bend - OH &Safety

Students to document OH &S findings in JSA form  

 6 Assessment 1 due

3

 

 Toolbox meeting

Participate in a Toolbox meeting
Prepare a summary of the details arising from the toolbox meeting

 

1,2,3,4,5 & 6		  Assessment 2

3

 

Manual handling

Use Risk identification form to identify Manual handling hazards

Develop control measures

  3,4 & 5  

3

 

 Yarra Bend - OH &Safety

Students to document OH &S findings in JSA form

Safety signs and symbols

Meaning of colours on safety signs
Types of signs

 

6
 

  

4

 

 First Aid

Types of First Aid equipment
Who should give first aid 

  1,3
 		  

4

 

 Traffic Management - Worksite

Traffic – low, medium or high risk
• Inspect site
• Establish worksite work plan

 

1,3,4,5
 

  

4

 

 Yarra Bend - OH &Safety

Students to document OH &S findings in JSA form

 

 6
 

  Assessment 2 due


Learning Resources

Prescribed Texts


References


Other Resources

Check the Library Subject Guides:

http://rmit.libguides.com/geospatial


Overview of Assessment

The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit must be relevant to worksite operations and satisfy all of the requirements of the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge and the range statement of this unit and include evidence of the following:

  • knowledge of the requirements, procedures and instructions to apply the site risk management system
  • implementation of appropriate procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient application of the site risk management system
  • working with others to plan, prepare and apply the site risk management system
  • provision of clear and timely instruction and supervision by the individual of those involved in applying the site risk management system
  • evidence of the consistent successful application of the site risk management system

Assessment Tasks

Students must pass each of the following assessment tasks to demonstrate competent.

Assessment

Weight

Task 1

Assignment Health & safety in workplace

50%

Task 2

Assignment OH & S field activities

50%

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

Assessment Mapping Matrix

Elements/ Performance Criteria Covered

Assessment 1

Assessment 2

1.1

X

 

1.2

X

 

1.3

X

 

1.4

X

 

2.1

X

 

2.2

X

 

2.3

X

 

2.4

X

 

3.1

X

 

3.2

X

 

3.3

 

X

3.4

 

X

4.1

 

X

4.2

 

X

5.1

 

X

5.2

 

X

5.3

 

X

6.1

 

X

6.2

 

X

 

 

 

To be deemed competent you must demonstrate an understanding of all aspects required of the competency. Assessment methods have been designed to measure your achievement of each competency in a flexible manner over multiple tasks


Assessment Tasks

Students must pass each of the following assessment tasks to demonstrate competent.

Assessment Task 1 –    Weight 50%
Assessment Task 2 –    Weight 50%


 This competency is delivered as a cluster in Theme 1, but is individually assessed.

To be deemed competent you must demonstrate an understanding of all aspects required of the competency. Assessment methods have been designed to measure your achievement of each competency in a flexible manner over multiple tasks.

Blackboard
Blackboard is an on-line resource with the lesson plans for each unit. Within Blackboard are the session lessons plans, assessments, resources and other materials required for completion of each unit of competency. Blackboard Collaborate is an on-line delivery system within Blackboard that may be utilised as a virtual classroom that may be a part of the overall lesson delivery plan.

Projects and Presentations
Students are required to complete an individual written assessment and include group discussions to provide evidence of the competency in the unit.

Reasonable Adjustment
Students with a disability or long-term medical or mental health condition can apply for adjustments to their study and assessment conditions (Reasonable Adjustments and Equitable Assessment Arrangements) by registering with the Disability Liaison Unit (DLU) at http://www1.rmit.edu.au/browse;ID=01daxmpd1vo4z


Assessment Matrix

Graded Assessment

You will need to obtain Satisfactory (S) in all assessment tasks before grading can occur.
Marks from assessments will count towards a final grade only if the individual assessment result is satisfactory (S)

Grade Table
NYC Not Yet Competent / NYS in any of the above assessments
GAG Competent – Pass
CC Competent – Credit
CDI Competent – Distinction
CHD Competent – High Distinction

Element CoveredAssessment TaskProportion of Final Assessment
1,2,3,4,5 & 6 OH&S investigation  50%
1,2,3,4,5 & 6 Toolbox meeting for field and office duties  50%

Other Information

Underpinning Skills and Knowledge

• Apply analyse skills to identify hazards and assess risks in the work area
• Apply data analysis skills including:
• Incident monitoring
• Environmental monitoring
• Evaluation of effectiveness of risk control measures
• Apply assessment skills to assess resources required to apply risk control measures

• Principles and practices of risk management
• relevant legislation from all levels of government that effect business operations
• legal responsibilities of employers, supervisors and employees in the workplace
• site policies and procedures relating to hazard management, fire emergency, evacuation, incident and accident investigation and reporting

Credit Transfer and/or Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL):
You may be eligible for credit towards courses in your program if you have already met the learning/competency outcomes through previous learning and/or industry experience. To be eligible for credit towards a course, you must demonstrate that you have already completed learning and/or gained industry experience that is:
• Relevant
• Current
• Satisfies the learning/competency outcomes of the course
Please refer to http://www.rmit.edu.au/students/enrolment/credit to find more information about credit transfer and RPL.


Study and learning Support:
Study and Learning Centre (SLC) provides free learning and academic development advice to you.
Services offered by SLC to support your numeracy and literacy skills are:
assignment writing, thesis writing and study skills advice
maths and science developmental support and advice
English language development

Please Refer http://www.rmit.edu.au/studyandlearningcentre to find more information about Study and learning Support

Disability Liaison Unit:
If you are suffering from long-term medical condition or disability, you should contact Disability Liaison Unit to seek advice and support to complete your studies.
Please Refer http://www.rmit.edu.au/disability to find more information about services offered by Disability Liaison Unit

Late submission:
If you require an Extension of Submittable Work (assignments, reports or project work etc.) for 7 calendar days or less (from the original due date) and have valid reasons, you must complete and lodge an Application for Extension of Submittable Work (7 Calendar Days or less) form and lodge it with the Senior Educator/ Program Manager.
The application must be lodged no later than one working day before the official due date. You will be notified within no more than 2 working days of the date of lodgment as to whether the extension has been granted.

If you seek an Extension of Submittable Work for more than 7 calendar days (from the original due date) must lodge an Application for Special Consideration form under the provisions of the Special Consideration Policy, preferably prior to, but no later than 2 working days after the official
due date.

Submittable Work (assignments, reports or project work etc.) submitted late without approval of an extension will not be accepted or marked.

e-Submission
The University is obliged to obtain clear student authorisation on all assessable works. RMIT’s e-Submission process provides a valid authorisation equivalent to a signature on a paper coversheet allowing students to submit assessment works electronically.
The e-Submission process requires that specific wording and a link to the assessment declaration is included in your assessment documentation in order to comply with legal and statutory obligations, and can be used with all RMIT teaching technologies, including;
• Blackboard
• WebLearn
• RMIT’s Google Apps for Education (Gmail, Drive, Sites etc.)
The use of fully electronic submissions saves significant time for both staff and students.

Good practice
• Providing clear advice to students on the e-Submission process as part of their assessment expectations assists in ensuring that it is straightforward for RMIT students to submit work electronically.
• Students can submit non-electronic works via conversion by a digital scanner, i.e. paper-based assessments can be scanned and submitted for assessment via the e-Submission process.
• Establishing a Turnitin assignment in Blackboard is a quick way to provide an e-Submission process for a class group.
Students must submit all assessment task electronically via blackboard as directed by their teacher.
Students are not to email or hand assessment tasks to teachers in class, corridor or cafeteria etc


Special consideration:
Please Refer http://www.rmit.edu.au/staff/studentadmin/specialconsideration to find more information about special consideration

Plagiarism:
Plagiarism is a form of cheating and it is very serious academic offence that may lead to expulsion from the University.

Please Refer: www.rmit.edu.au/academicintegrity to find more information about plagiarism.

Other Information:
All email communications will be sent to your RMIT email address and you must regularly check your RMIT emails.
 

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