Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices (Unit 13):

Examples provided to show participation in organisational policy and procedures for sustainability. 
- Reduce waste
- Recycle
-  Turning off unneeded lighting or electrical appliances
- Sharing a ride to work or taking public transport
- Reuse old paper
- Choosing environmentally friendly appliances or computer technology

Examples of inspection checklists used to collect and measure relevant information on organisation resource consumption, within work role provided. 
1. Inspection list
2. Maintenance review
3. Records of maintanence/inspections


 


 


Sound knowledge of environmental and resource hazards/risks in your work area. At least three examples are provided. 
1. Construction (asbestos)- can affect many buildings and should be addressed to protect the health of employees. 
2. Electronic waste (e-waste) just sitting around the office. It's not safe to have unwanted computers or any electronic devices just laying around for people to either trip on or allow the waste to increase. The more waste you have laying, the more objects there are to get in your way while navigating around the workplace.
3. Clinical waste (syringes and medication) - Any kind of dirty object that can transmit disease or infections should be thrown immediately in proper containers or bins. 


Appropriate level of knowledge of WHS issues and requirements in relation to sustainability practice in your work area demonstrated.
There can be issues with:
- Negligence within the workplace
- Not enough training
- Lacking enforcement on polices

For example, forgetting to put up a sign warning people of slippery floors that have just been mopped or throwing employees into the deep end without proper training on how to use equipment.

Knowledge of organisational structure, and reporting channels and procedures in relation to sustainable practice at your workplace. (who do you report to)

You may need to report to the manager/supervisor or team leader. E.g. You notice people at work are neglecting to recycle their left over containers and boxes. You speak to manager and discuss a way to remind co-workers to be more environmentally aware.

Understands and is able to use relevant environmental and resource efficiency systems and procedures in own work area. 
- Site Risk assessment
- Environmental management system
- Waste Disposal receipts
- Site audit
- Environmental improvement plan
- Record of inspections


Satisfactory examples of how policy for environmental sustainability that may impact on your job role. Clearly linked to environmental legislation. 

- Environmental Protection & Biodiversity Conservation Act (EPBCA) 1999
 This can stop certain companies of neglectful behaviour towards the environment such as factories.
There would be limits or procedures you would have to go through when hosting an event outdoors. For example, not damaging native flora and fauna, or using heritage places without permission.


- Protection of the Environment Operations Act 1997 
This means generally being careful not pollute the air or land. Disturbance towards neighbours, waste offenders, failing to notify about illegal activity that may cause harm towards environment. E.g. A piece of legislation like this can influence how companies throw out waste and means licensing or permission to use outdoor venues would be needed.




Demonstrates the ability/initiative to make improvements to own work area. Several examples provided.

•  Creating environment posters
• Maintain regular maintenance/inspections 
• Site risk assessments 
• Colour coded bins for recycle and normal rubbish 
• Seminar on Environmentally Sustainable Work practices   
• Turning off technology after it's no longer needed
  

Identify Hazards, Assess and Control Safety Risks (Unit 7):

Participate in the multi-risk assessments to identify workplace hazards, assess the associated safety risks and take measures to eliminate or control those risks. 
List 4 hazards for each of the following;
In the physical environment:
 Crowds
Electrical wiring
Pests
Flooring

Plant:
 Appliances
Machinery
Tools and Equipment
Trees

 

 Working Practices:
Roster/shifts
Open/Closing Procedures
Length of Tasks
How workers go about tasks. Are they following regulations?

Security Issues: Customer behaviour
Storage of important documents, keys and cash.
Theft and robbery
Terrorism
Security cameras and guards on patrol.








Explain 2 ways in how these hazards are can be identified. 

A hazard can firstly be identified by  having safety posters around the workplace because employees will see what to do and not to do. Another way to identify hazards is by nominating someone to be the WHS representative who can check out any equipment and ensure all employees follow regulations.

Provide 4 measures or controls to eliminate any of the above mentioned hazards. 
- Isolating the hazard
- Introducing engineering controls
- Substitute the equipment for tools that are more safe
- Adopting Administration controls



Use appropriate methods and documents for hazard identification, risk assessment and control. 
List 2 hazard identification and risk assessment tools you would use in your specific workplace. 
1. Checklists
2. Guidance documents or handbook


List 6 appropriate methods you would use in your workplace to identify hazards and risks for your specific workplace (Hospitality, Tourism or Events). 
1. Conduct site safety audits
2. Observation of daily activities
3. Incident reports
4. Investigate accidents
5. Safety Checklist
6. Holding meetings to discuss any changes or developments.


Provide evidence of the common methods to assess safety risks including the four staged process model recommended and published by the state and territory work health and safety authorities. 

Examples:
- Identify/review injuries or illness
- Discuss consequences that could be a result from the hazard
- Determine the overall risk level
E.g. Safety Checklist
 

 Daily Observation:

 Provide evidence of the common methods applied to controlling risks, including the five stepped hierarchical process model recommended and published by the state and territory work health and safety authorities. 

 

Examples:

- Updating work systems or equipment
-  Take action as soon as possible before the risk increases.
- Maintain a job rotation
- Provide proper PPE for workers:

- Correct work methods or retrain to re-correct any flawed activities.
- Routine maintenance

Demonstrate knowledge of the basic aspects of OHS or WHS legislation for identifying hazards, assessing and controlling risks. 
Explain the relevant state or territory OHS or WHS legislation in relation to the following:
-When, where and how hazards must be identified
 Managing risk is an on-going process that can be changed every time something may need to be updated within the workplace. While hazards are usually identified by finding things or situations that can potentially be a risk.

- When, where and how risk assessments must be conducted 
The risk assessment must take part within the business itself by a competent persons. Risk assessments are done regularly to identify any potential hazards in the future and determing the liklihood of it happening. This is usually done through filling out paper work and writing up a table to evaluate different scenarios and consult with others.

- The Consultation Process
 The consultation process is needed when making decisions about risk assessment and to identify hazards. It's important that during the consultation, employees should be to provide advice, express views and raise any issues. This process should be fair and reasonable for individuals and corporate bodies.

- Committees 
 The person conducting a business or undertaking at a workplace must establish a health and safety committee for the business or undertaking or part of the business (WHS Act 2011). If a committee meeting is requested it must be done before 2 months is up and there should at least 5 people participating. As part of having a committee, one person should be nominated as the WHS representative.

- Record Keeping
It's important that any business keep records, this may include: copies of safe methods and risk assessments. These documents must accessible for all workers and must be kept for at least 2 years after any incident for future reference including inspections. There are penalties if documents are not kept safe and deleted/thrown away. Log books are also kept on site at business for amusement devices to keep track of any users and maintenance.


Sources:
http://www.legislation.nsw.gov.au/maintop/view/inforce/act+10+2011+cd+0+N
http://www.australianbusiness.com.au/whs/resources/managing-ohs-risk-in-your-workplace (accessed on 8 Sept 2014)