Course Title: Apply Occupational Health and Safety regulations, codes and practices in the workplace

Part B: Course Detail

Teaching Period: Term1 2019

Course Code: OHTH5851C

Course Title: Apply Occupational Health and Safety regulations, codes and practices in the workplace

School: 345T Media and Communication

Campus: City Campus

Program: C4371 - Certificate IV in Live Production and Technical Services

Course Contact: Program Administration

Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4815

Course Contact Email: mcvet@rmit.edu.au


Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff

Nominal Hours: 20

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

None

Course Description

Being able to work safely is a critical aspect of providing technical services and working on live productions. This course prepares you to work safely in a range of employment conditions and you will learn how the mandatory requirements for health and safety apply to various electrotechnology work functions. It also covers risk management processes and adherence to safety practices as part of the normal way of doing work.

The successful completion of this course will also give you the pre-requisite skills and knowledge required to study the courses:

  • UEENEEP026A Conduct in-service safety testing of electrical cord connected equipment and cord assemblies
  • UEENEEP024A Attach cords and plugs to electrical equipment for connection to a single phase 230 Volt supply


National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria

National Element Code & Title:

UEENEEE101A Apply Occupational Health and Safety regulations, codes and practices in the workplace

Element:

1 Prepare to enter a work area

Performance Criteria:

1.1 Work area access permits are obtained from appropriate personnel according to established procedures

1.2 Safe work methods for controlling risk obtained, read and understood prior to undertaking a work activity.

1.3. Preparations for electrical and non-electrical isolation are carried out to prevent creation of hazards from loss of machine/system/process control according to established procedures.

1.4 Tools and equipment needed for the work are checked for safety and correct functionality according to established procedures and regulatory requirements.

Element:

2 Apply safe working practices.

Performance Criteria:

2.1 Safe work methods for controlling risk are followed accurately.

2.2 Workplace procedures for dealing with accidents, fires and emergencies are followed according to work procedures and scope of responsibility and competencies.

Element:

3. Follow workplace procedures for hazard identification and risk control

Performance Criteria:

3.1 Hazards are identified and control measures implemented and monitored through active participation in the consultation process with employer and other employees.

3.2 Hazards in the work area are recognised and reported to appropriate personnel according to established procedures.

3.3 OHS records of incidents are completed in accordance with regulatory requirements and established procedures.

3.4 Workplace instructions and training are followed accurately within established procedures.


Learning Outcomes


On successful completion of this course you will have developed and applied the skills and knowledge required to demonstrate competency in the above elements. You will be able to apply safe working practices under a range of working conditions and follow workplace procedures for hazard identification and risk control.


Details of Learning Activities

Learning activities in this course include:

  • Class discussions
  • Industry examples and case studies
  • Reading course notes
  • Completion of Assessment Workbook

You will be responsible for your learning and will be expected to engage in independent research, reading and study.


Teaching Schedule

Schedule of Planned activities and assessment (Subject to change)

This course is taught in combination with two other units (clustered).

CPCCOHS1001A Work safely in the construction industry OHTH 5849C

BSBWHS404 Contribute to WHS hazard identification, risk assessment and risk control. OHTH 5956C

  Schedule of Planned activities and assessment (Subject to change)      
Class Unit and Elements Unit and Elements Unit and Elements Assessment
  CPCCOHS1001A Work safely in the construction industry BSBWHS404 Contribute to WHS hazard identification, risk assessment and risk control UEENEEE101A Apply Occupational Health and Safety regulations, codes and practices in the workplace  
1 1. Identify OHS legislative requirements. 1. Access information to identify hazards and assess and control risks 1. Prepare to enter a work area Assessment task 1 of 1 given out
2 2. Identify construction hazards and control measures. 3. Contribute to workplace hazard identification 3. Follow workplace procedures for hazard identification and risk control  
3 3. Identify OHS communication and reporting processes. 4. Contribute to WHS risk assessment 2. Apply safe working practices  
4   2. Contribute to compliance and workplace requirements 3. Follow workplace procedures for hazard identification and risk control  
5 4. Identify OHS incident response procedures. 5. Contribute to the development, implementation and evaluation of risk control 2. Apply safe working practices  
6 1. Identify OHS legislative requirements. 1. Access information to identify hazards and assess and control risks 1. Prepare to enter a work area  
  2. Identify construction hazards and control measures. 2. Contribute to compliance and workplace requirements 2. Apply safe working practices  
  3. Identify OHS communication and reporting processes. 3. Contribute to workplace hazard identification 3. Follow workplace procedures for hazard identification and risk control  
7 3. Identify OHS communication and reporting processes. 5. Contribute to the development, implementation and evaluation of risk control 3. Follow workplace procedures for hazard identification and risk control  
8 1. Identify OHS legislative requirements. 1. Access information to identify hazards and assess and control risks 1. Prepare to enter a work area Assessment task 1 of 1 due
  2. Identify construction hazards and control measures. 2. Contribute to compliance and workplace requirements 2. Apply safe working practices  
  3. Identify OHS communication and reporting processes. 3. Contribute to workplace hazard identification 3. Follow workplace procedures for hazard identification and risk control  
  4. Identify OHS incident response procedures. 4. Contribute to WHS risk assessment    
  3. Identify OHS communication and reporting processes. 5. Contribute to the development, implementation and evaluation of risk control    

 


Learning Resources

Prescribed Texts


References


Other Resources

Other resources for this course are available via the learning Hub in MyRMIT.

Your teacher will provide you with the necessary resources in classes and you must bring note taking materials to classes. This may be a laptop, tablet, smart phone or note paper and pen.


Overview of Assessment

Assessment for this course will involve demonstration of practical tasks and testing of your knowledge.


Assessment Tasks

This course is ungraded

No marks or grades are allocated for the assessment task in this course. The assessment task will be deemed as Satisfactory or Not Yet Satisfactory.

To demonstrate competency in this course you will need to complete the following pieces of assessment to a satisfactory standard. You will receive feedback from the teacher at the conclusion of each assessment task.

 

There is one assessment task for this course.

Each student will individually complete and submit an Assessment Workbook which includes written questions and activities.

 

You should refer to the assessment brief which is available via the Learning Hub in MyRMIT for full assessment criteria.

 

Results that apply to this course which is delivered and assessed in accordance with competency-based assessment are:

CA: Competency Achieved
NYC: Not Yet Competent
DNS: Did not Submit for Assessment


Assessment Matrix

The assessment matrix demonstrates alignment of assessment tasks with the relevant unit of competency. These matrices are available through Program Administration.

Other Information

Please refer to the RMIT student page for extensive information about study support, assessment, extensions, appeals and a range of other matters: http://www1.rmit.edu.au/students

Cover Sheet for Submissions:

You must complete and sign a submission cover sheet for every piece of submitted work, including online submissions.

http://mams.rmit.edu.au/s1llva641yxuz.pdf

Attendance:

Your learning experience will involve class-based teaching, discussion, demonstration and practical exercises

It is strongly advised that you attend all timetabled sessions. This will allow you to engage in the required learning activities, ensuring you the maximum opportunity to complete this course successfully.

Assessment Feedback:

You will receive spoken and written feedback on all your work.  Where relevant, this feedback will also include suggestions on how you can proceed to the next stage of developing your projects.

http://www1.rmit.edu.au/policies/assessment-policy

Student Progress:

Monitoring academic progress is an important enabling and proactive strategy designed to assist you in achieving your learning potential.

http://www1.rmit.edu.au/students/acadprogress

Adjustments to Assessment (eg. applying for an extension of time):

If you are unable to complete any piece of assessment satisfactorily by the due date, you can choose to apply for an adjustment to your assessment. RMIT University offers a range of adjustments designed to support you in your studies, including an extension of time to complete the assessment.

http://www1.rmit.edu.au/students/assessment/adjustment

Academic Integrity and Plagiarism:

RMIT University has a strict policy on plagiarism and academic integrity. Please refer to the website for more information on this policy.

http://www1.rmit.edu.au/students/academic-integrity

Credit Transfer and Recognition of Prior Learning:

Credit transfer is the recognition of previously completed formal learning (an officially accredited qualification).

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is an assessment process that allows you to demonstrate competence using the skills you have gained through experience in the workplace, voluntary work, informal or formal training or other life experiences.

Recognition of Current Competency (RCC) RCC applies only if you have previously successfully demonstrated competence in a unit of competency, and now require to be reassessed to ensure that the competence is being maintained.

Please speak to your teacher if you wish to discuss applying for Credit Transfer, RPL, or RCC for the unit(s) of competency addressed in this course.

http://www1.rmit.edu.au/students/enrolment/credit

 

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