Skill set Outline
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Direct Workplace Emergency Initial Response Skill Set
Direct Workplace Emergency Initial Response Skill Set
Skill set
National Code
PSPSS00003
PSPSS00003
State Code
AC436
AC436
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
AQF Level
—
Field of Education
—
Skillset Type
National
Original TGA Release Date
05/05/2009
Current Release Date
05/05/2009
Current Release Number
1.00
Approved Date
—
Nominal Hours
70
Duration
1 Semester
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 05/05/2009 | Replaced | Replaced |
Description
Not applicable.
Pathway Information
PSP70210 Vocational Graduate Certificate in Radiation Safety must first be attained in order to complete this skill set. However, as the individual unit appears in other public safety qualifications it may provide a credit towards other qualifications.
Licensing / Regulatory Information
Not applicable.
Target Group
This skill set is for radiation safety professionals (such as radiation safety officers) who may be called on to perform a leadership role in a radiation or other incident, who are trained to direct a workplace emergency initial response team, and who work:
at a mine or plant that processes radioactive ore and/or minerals
with instruments that emit ionising radiation at geotechnical, construction, mining and manufacturing sites or analytical/research facilities
in a laboratory or licensed facility that handles radioactive materials
in a nuclear facility.
at a mine or plant that processes radioactive ore and/or minerals
with instruments that emit ionising radiation at geotechnical, construction, mining and manufacturing sites or analytical/research facilities
in a laboratory or licensed facility that handles radioactive materials
in a nuclear facility.
Suggested words for statement of attainment
This unit meet industry requirements for those leading a workplace emergency initial response associated with the exposure of people and environments during radiation-related work activities, as authorised personnel and in accordance with radiation protection safety standards, codes and guidelines.
General notes
Schedule
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D5580 | PUAWER010B | Lead a workplace emergency initial response team | 70 | Unit of competency |
