This unit specifies the workplace performance required by an individual involved in following work health and safety procedures for direct care work.
The unit focuses on maintaining safety of the worker, the people being supported and other community members
On completion of this unit, the worker in these particular sectors will be able to accurately identify the major work health and safety hazards, manual handling, together with other hazards that may include dealing with behaviours of concern, stress, etc
The worker will also be able to assess related risk as well as follow instructions and procedures with minimal supervision and support
The worker will also be capable of participating and contributing to work health and safety (WHS) management issues
Where the worker is undertaking tasks delegated by a health professional specific instruction or policy should be provided in relation to infection control or the worker should have the skills and knowledge addressed in HLTIN301C Comply with infection control policies and procedures in health work
| Mapping | Notes | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Is superseded by HLTWHS002 - Follow safe work practices for direct client care | This version was released in HLT Health Training Package release 1.0 and meets the requirements of the New Standards for Training Packages. | 01/Jul/2013 |
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