Course Title: Work safely
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term2 2018
Course Code: OHTH5963C
Course Title: Work safely
School: 350T Fashion & Textiles
Campus: Brunswick Campus
Program: C4390 - Certificate IV in Textile Design, Development and Production
Course Contact: Deborah Wills-Ives
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 9233
Course Contact Email: deborah.ives@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Rachel Halton
99259158
Nominal Hours: 30
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
In this Course you will develop skills to apply workplace policies and procedures to maintain a safe work environment for self and others.
This course consists of 2 Units of Competency that are clustered together for delivery and assessment.
The other Unit of Competency in this clustered course is MSTGN4010 Implement and monitor WHS and environmental systems in the workplace
Please note there will be some adjustments made to the delivery of this course when taken as part of the evening classes in the part-time program.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
MSMWHS200 Work safely |
Element: |
1 Identify hazards and assess risks |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Identify hazards in the work area before and during work 1.2 Access and apply relevant material safety data sheets (MSDS) 1.3 Assess risks for the identified hazards 1.4 Identify controls for these hazards from procedures 1.5 Review effectiveness of controls within the scope of authority 1.6 Identify and report remaining risk |
Element: |
2 Follow procedures for risk control |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Control risks when working under minimal supervision by following workplace procedures 2.2 Follow safety signs and other safety indicators/zones 2.3 Select, use and maintain relevant personal protective equipment (PPE) 2.4 Handle and store items/materials relevant to job safely |
Element: |
3 Follow emergency procedures |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Recognise emergency situations 3.2 Take appropriate initial emergency action 3.3 Follow procedures for dealing with a range of site/plant emergencies |
Element: |
4 Initiate emergency procedures |
Performance Criteria: |
4.1 Raise WHS issues with designated personnel in accordance with workplace procedures and relevant requirements of WHS legislation 4.2 Contribute to participative arrangements for WHS management in the workplace within organisation procedures and the scope of responsibilities and competencies 4.3 Provide input to minimise hazards in work area in line with organisation WHS procedures 4.4 Provide input to opportunities for development of work group's competencies in relation to WHS 4.5 Support the implementation of procedures to control risks using the hierarchy of control and in accordance with organisation procedures 4.6 Report to appropriate people in accordance with workplace procedures when non-routine hazards arise |
Element: |
5 Apply knowledge of WHS legislation and the organisation WHS policies and procedures |
Performance Criteria: |
5.1 Follow workplace procedures to achieve a safe working environment in accordance with all relevant WHS legislation/regulation, including codes of practice relating to particular hazards within the workplace or industry 5.2 Identify the rights and responsibilities of employees and employers under the relevant WHS legislation 5.3 Complete (personally or with assistance) hazard, accident or incident reports as required by workplace procedures and relevant sections of WHS legislation/regulation |
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. For guidance on specific learning outcomes refer to critical aspects of assessment or the performance evidence
Details of Learning Activities
The learning activities that will be undertaken in this course include:
• peer teaching and class presentations
• group discussion
• research
• independent project based work
• simulated workplace activities.
Teaching Schedule
Teaching Schedule | ||
Week |
Date |
Class content |
WEEK 1 |
4/7/18 |
Introduction to Units _ OH&S Guidelines / Introduction to Assessment 1: Online Assessment. Introduction to the OH&S Act, Key Concepts, Risks and Hazards |
WEEK 2 |
11/7/18 |
Key concepts, Hazard Identification. Hierarchy of Risks Activity: Risk Assessment for Textile Studio / Manual Handling Introduction to Assessment 2: Studio Safety Guidelines |
WEEK 3 |
18/7/18 |
Assess risks associated with the hazards of a Textile Studio / Identify and apply standard controls / OHS checklists Assessment Due: Assessment 1 _Online Assessment |
WEEK 4 |
25/7/18 |
Studio Safety Analysis: Analysing the work environment to identify hazards |
WEEK 5 |
1/8/18 |
Hazard Identification _ hierarchy of control, PPE, signs, labels and alarms appropriate responses to non-standard situations |
WEEK 6 |
8/8/18 |
Applying organisational management systems and procedures to implement and monitor OHS and environmental policies and workplace procedures |
WEEK 7 |
15/8/18 |
Self-Directed Studio: Analysing the work environment to identify hazards Preparing workplace procedures & recording and reporting practices. |
WEEK 8 |
22/8/18 |
Self-Directed Studio: Analysing the work environment to identify hazards Completing workplace procedures & recording and reporting practices. Assessment Due: Assessment 2 _Studio Safety Guidelines |
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Mid-semester break 27 August, 2018 – 7 September, 2018
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Course Code MIET 7602C & MANU 7397C
Course Title Apply quality standards & Coordinate quality assurance for TCF products and services
School School of Fashion & Textiles
Program C4390 (MST40116) Certificate IV in Textile Design, Development & Production
WEEK 9 |
12/9/18 |
Quality _ Course overview, Introduction to Project Briefs Introduction to relevant quality standards, policies and procedures |
WEEK 10 |
19/9/18 |
Quality Principles _ Quality Control - relevant quality standards, policies and procedures |
WEEK 11 |
26/9/18 |
Quality Principles _ Quality Assurance _ Establishing production processes, material and quality checking procedures |
WEEK 12 |
3/10/18 |
Quality Principles _ Specification Sheets - Establishing quality assurance expectations for or a small range by documenting specifications of raw materials and goods to be supplied
|
WEEK 13 |
10/10/18 |
Implement project quality improvements confirming precise quality requirements with supplier and negotiating agreed quality assurance system and delivery dates |
WEEK 14 |
17/10/18 |
Maintaining records of quality assurance process and preparing reports according to workplace procedures. |
WEEK 15 |
24/10/18 |
Preparing reports according to workplace procedures. Assessment Due: Quality Assurance Manual Assessment Due: Specification Sheets |
WEEK 16 |
31/10/18 |
Feedback on assessments |
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Other Resources
Overview of Assessment
This course is assessed in accordance with competency-based assessment. To demonstrate competency in this course you will need to complete all the assessment to a satisfactory standard.
You will receive feedback from the teacher at the conclusion of each assessment task.
Competency is achieved only if competency has been demonstrated within the standard enrolment period. Students are advised that they may be asked to personally demonstrate their assessment work to confirm aspects of competency not evidenced in class or through assessments.
Results for this course are delivered and assessed in accordance with competency-based assessment are:
CA: Competency Achieved
NYC: Not Yet Competent
DNS: Did not Submit for Assessment
If you have a long term medical condition and/or disability it may be possible to negotiate to vary aspects of the learning or assessment methods. You can contact the program coordinator or Equitable Learning Services if you would like to find out more.
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/support-and-facilities/student-support/equitable-learning-services
Your course assessment conforms to RMIT assessment principles, regulations, policies, procedures and instructions which are available for review online:
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/assessment
Assessment Tasks
Assessment Task 1: Due date: Week 3
Online Assessment Module
This online learning and assessment task will enable you to identify information about OH&S policies including controlling hazards and assessing risks, identify and interpret signs and symbols, including emergency alarms & maintaining OH&S records.
Assessment Task 2: Due date: Week 8
Studio Safety Guideline Document
Prepare a Studio Safety Guideline document that provides detail on the daily operations of a Textile Studio (print, weave, knit) detailing floorplans for equipment locations, safety material location, storage & detail on each of the following OH&S considerations:
Assessment Matrix
The assessment matrix demonstrates alignment of assessment tasks with the relevant unit of competency. These matrices are available through the Program Coordinator.
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://www.rmit.edu.au/staff/studentadmin/assessment/authorisation
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 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.
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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