This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to apply and evaluate site risk management system and implement relevant risk management controls in the mining, drilling and civil infrastructure industry.It applies to individuals who contribute to risk management processes by undertaking a varied range of activities as defined in written procedures, in a structured and familiar work environment.
Assessment tasks will be designed to reinforce & extend knowledge and skill competence within set & controlled parameters in accordance with each unit’s learning outcomes & performance criteria requirements, incl the setting of work based practical application tasks designed to provide evidence of competence outcomes, within periodic and scheduled timelines.
Students will be expected to demonstrate the following required skills:
demonstrate completion of application of applying site risk management system processes that safely, effectively and efficiently follows workplace procedures to carry out work activity on at least two occasions. This includes:
working with others to plan, prepare and apply the site risk management system
analysing and prioritising hazards and risks
considering and selecting most appropriate options for managing site risk using the hierarchy of controls
implementing selected options for risk management system
monitoring outcomes of risk management implementations
communicating potential improvements to risk management system and facilitating improvements
maintaining written records and reports for risk management systems activity and outcomes
monitoring effectiveness of risk control procedures by using aggregate risk and hazard data to forecast and identify hazards.
In the course of the above work, the candidate must also:locate and apply relevant workplace documentation, policies and procedures.
The qualified trainer and assessor will provide teaching and learning materials as required in the form of workbooks produced by Victoria University and/or via the Victoria University e-learning system.
This unit is studied as part of the following course(s):