BSB30712 Certificate III in Work Health & Safety
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) Kit
BSB30712 Certificate III in Work Health and Safety
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) Assessment Kit
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BSB30712 Certificate III in Work Health & Safety
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) Kit
Table of Contents
1. About this RPL Kit
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2. The Certificate III in WHS qualification
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3. The RPL process
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4. Gathering evidence
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5. Submitting the evidence
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6. Summary of Evidence (Matrix)
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7. Evidence Planner
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Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) Kit
1. About this RPL Kit
This kit is designed to help you compile evidence through a recognition process to
achieve this qualification. This is a formal process that is based on a portfolio of
evidence submitted by you, the student.
You are going to work through the requirements of the qualification and gather:
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Evidence of prior training and qualifications Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
 Evidence of current competence Recognition of Current Competence (RCC)
This is an “assessment only” pathway
This is an “assessment only” pathway based on designed for candidates with relevant
qualifications and/or business experience. You may be eligible for some but not all of
the units that make up the qualification. So it is possible you are mixing the recognition
process with some formal learning (components of a course).
Quality portfolio preparation takes time
We appreciate that evidence gathering and portfolio preparation takes some time. It is
in your best interest to start planning, organising and get the process under way as
quickly as possible.
Planning, organisation and presentation are important
This kit provides planning tools that guide the evidence gathering. Use these tools and
tables to build up your planned evidence. Here are some tips to putting your portfolio
together:
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Look for evidence that meets the requirements for multiple units of
competency 
If you can demonstrate evidence that covers several units of competency, it will
minimize time spent searching for and compiling multiple forms of evidence for
each unit.
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Authenticity 
You need supporting evidence to authenticate that the products and processes
you are submitting are indeed your work. Third party letters or references may
be requested to support your portfolio.
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Recent evidence is preferred 
The assessor is looking for currency of competence so use recent projects as
evidence. As a rule of thumb, evidence from the last two years is preferable and
do not go back more than five years. This should be discussed with the
assessor. Your academic training and qualifications may go back further than
five years to demonstrate knowledge of vocational education and training.
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Label the evidence 
Complete the cover page, evidence summary matrix, provide an index and label
the evidence. The assessor will not proceed unless the cover page and summary
are submitted and the evidence is organised and labelled.
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Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) Kit
2. Course Structure
BSB30712 Certificate III in Work Health and Safety
BSBWHS302A
Apply knowledge of WHS legislation in the workplace
BSBWHS303A
Participate in WHS hazard identification, risk assessment and risk control
BSBWHS304A
Participate effectively in WHS communication and consultation process
BSBSUS301A
Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices
BSBWHS305A
Contribute to WHS issue resolution
PUAWER001B
Identify, prevent and report potential workplace emergency situations
BSBCMM201A
Communicate in the workplace
BSBFLM303C
Contribute to effective workplace relationships
BSBWOR401A
Establish effective workplace relationships
BSBWOR301B
Organise personal work priorities and development
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3. The RPL Process
STAGE 1
1. Enquiry-call Open Training Institute on +61 (03)86282500
2. Enrolment and payment of fees
STAGE 2
1. Access RPL Kit online via My Study Centre
STAGE 3
1. Read RPL Kit thoroughly
Support Available from your
Assessor on +61 (03)86282500
2. Commence compiling your Portfolio
STAGE 4
1. Upload Evidence Planner, Summary of Evidence and your
supporting documents.
2. Portfolio assessed
DEEMED COMPETENT
(COMPLETE AND SUFFICIENT)
1. Conversation with Assessor for validity.
2. Assessor signs off
DEEMED NOT YET COMPETENT
(INCOMPLETE OR INSUFFICIENT)
1. Assessor will provide feedback and request
additional evidence or information on supporting
documents provided.
2. You submit additional evidence/information.
QUALIFICATION OR STATEMENT OF
ATTAINMENT ISSUED
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4. Gathering Evidence
Contact with the Assessor
If required, you can contact the Assessor by calling student services on (03) 8628 2500
to assist the evidence gathering process.
The Assessor can help to:
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interpret the units of competency 
advise on matching evidence to the competencies 
clarify ways to organise the portfolio 
clarify the underpinning knowledge and skills required 
identify ways to fill gaps in experience and learning 
What will the Assessor be looking for in the assessment of the portfolio?
The Assessor will take an integrated and holistic approach to assessment and is looking
for:
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evidence of the specific evidence requirements for each unit of competency 
evidence of valid, current products that align to the units of competency, the
performance criteria and evidence guide which can be authenticated as the work
of the candidate 
evidence of valid, current processes that aligns to the units of competency, the
performance criteria and evidence guide which can be authenticated as the work
of the candidate 
evidence of the application of required skills and key competencies/employability
skills 
What if I don’t achieve all competencies by the end of the portfolio appraisal?
On submission of your portfolio, you will receive feedback from the Assessor. If there
are gaps in evidence or a question arising from the quality of the evidence, authenticity
or currency you will be contacted and given the opportunity to resubmit further
evidence. You will have an agreed time from when you enrolled in the RPL process to
complete all assessments with reasonable adjustments depending on your
circumstances.
The Assessor will sign off on the units of competency that have been achieved and the
Statements of Attainment indicating partial completion or the full qualification will be
issued.
What sort of evidence should you provide?
The Assessor is looking for specific evidence across the units of competency.
The evidence will be made up of:
1. Products –that have been developed, documented and used by you.
2. Processes –evidence that shows “how” you do what performed tasks, conducted
research or applied required knowledge and skills
3. Required knowledge and required skills –that demonstrate your
understanding of theory, legislation, and the principles of business.
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Rules of Evidence
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Currency – relates to the age of collected evidence. Competency requires
demonstration of current performance – therefore the evidence collected must
be current/very recent. Try to find evidence which shows that you can perform
the competency now. If all your evidence is 5 to 10 years in the past and you
have not been active in recent years then currency of skills and knowledge is
questioned. 
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Validity –is when the process assesses what it claims to assess. Try to ensure
that the evidence relates clearly and directly to the elements and performance
criteria in each unit of competency. Check the overview of evidence and the
specific evidence requirements if you are not sure if the products and processes
are appropriate. 
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Sufficiency –relates to the amount of evidence collected. The collection of
sufficient evidence is necessary to ensure all aspects of the competency have
been captured and to satisfy the need for repeatable performance.
Supplementary sources of evidence may be necessary. Try to present enough
evidence, not too much, not too little across the units of competency. The
specific evidence requirements in each unit will indicate the minimum amount of
evidence that must be submitted.
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Authenticity –relates to ensuring the evidence is from the candidate and not
another person. The assessor needs to be satisfied the own work. Do not make
things up and do not say that work done by someone else is yours. Provide
evidence that the work is yours through third party letters of authentication or
statutory declarations. 
Range –Try to collect a number of pieces of evidence that cover a range of
contexts, locations and the times you have demonstrated the competencies. 
These explanations have been adapted from the TAA04 Training and Assessment
Training Package Glossary of Terms ©ANTA 2004
Examples of Evidence
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Curriculum Vitae and authenticated work history 
Qualifications (E.g- Vocational, Higher Education), Certificates of Attendance
(Training Seminars) or Training records 
Products, Processes and examples of work (E.g- Strategic/Business/Marketing
Plans, Procedures, Job Descriptions, Performance Appraisals, Coaching logs) 
Third party reports from verified and appropriate people, preferably from the workplace 
Work records that support your evidence (E.g- project files, emails, meeting
notes, diaries) 
Reports, Assignments 
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Putting the portfolio of evidence together
Step 1: Start preparing the Summary of Evidence Matrix
The matrix is an overview of your portfolio. Keep building this table as you
continue evidence gathering. The Summary of Evidence Matrix must be submitted
with the portfolio.
Step 2: Start to fill in the Evidence Planner table–by unit of competency.
Fill in the Evidence Planner table listing your evidence and explaining how it aligns
to each units of competency that it addresses. Remember, some evidence will
address more than one unit of competency. The Evidence Planner explanation will
give the Assessor a better understanding of how the documents you submit meet
the requirements of the unit and your understanding of the required knowledge
and skills across the qualification.
Read the units in detail this time clarifying your potential evidence against: the
elements, required skills/knowledge and performance criteria. Check the range of
variables to clarify the language and terms and the application of performance
criteria in your own work context.
Step 3: Review and finalise your evidence
You should now have your evidence organised and be able to see areas where the
evidence might be weak. Organise the verification and third party letters. The
Assessor will prefer to see letters on company stationery. Emails are not
acceptable. The declaration forms in this kit can also be used.
Step 4: Compile the portfolio
Check the labels and organise the evidence. Do not send originals of qualifications;
get copies certified as a true copy.
 Finalise the certified Summary of Evidence table with the explanations of
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your evidence in your own words.
Finalise the Evidence Planner Matrix –the ‘at a glance” summary pa the top of your
portfolio.
Open Training Institute will accept photocopies certified by anyone who is currently
employed as:
 an accountant (they must be a member of the Institute of Chartered
Accountants in Australia, the Australian Society of Certified Practising
Accountants, or the National Institute of Accountants, or the Association of
Taxation and Management Accountants or Registered Tax Agents).
 a bank manager, but not a manager of a bank travel centre
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barrister, solicitor or patent attorney
credit union branch manager
commissioner for declaration
Justice of the Peace
medical practitioner (doctor)
police officer in charge of a police station, or of the rank of sergeant and above
postal manager
pharmacist
principal of an Australian secondary college, high school or primary school
Step 5: Submit the portfolio
Presentation of your portfolio is important. RPL applications should be uploaded via
My Study Centre.
Copies of all parts of the applications must be retained by the applicant.
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6. Summary of Evidence (Matrix)
The following matrix is completed as an example. Please use the matrix provided in the following page
Evidence
Resume
BSBDIV301A
BSBSUS301A
BSBWHS302A
BSBCUS301B
BSBITU301A
BSBWRT301A
BSBFLM306C
BSBINM301A
X
X
BSBINM302A
BSBINN301A
BSBFLM309C
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Certificates
Letter from
Supervisor
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X
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BSB30712 Certificate III in Work Health & Safety
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) Kit
Certificate III in Work Health & Safety - Summary of Evidence
Matrix
Use this summary to build a picture of your evidence across the units of competency in the Certificate III in Work Health
& Safety
Evidence
BSBWHS302A
BSBWHS303A
BSBWHS304A
BSBSUS301A
BSBWHS305A
PUAWER001B
BSBCMM201A
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BSBFLM303C
BSBWOR401A
BSBWOR301B
BSB30712 Certificate III in Work Health & Safety
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) Kit
Certificate III in Work Health & Safety -Evidence Planner
Use these summary tables to gather evidence that addresses the details in units of competency.
BSBCMM201A Communicate in the workplace
Element
Gather, convey and receive
information and ideas
Performance Criteria
Evidence Provided
Collect information to achieve work responsibilities from
appropriate sources
Use method/s and/or equipment to communicate appropriate
ideas and information to the audience
Use effective listening and speaking skills in verbal
communication
Seek input from internal and external sources to develop and
refine new ideas and approaches
Respond to instructions or enquiries promptly and in
accordance with organisational requirements
Present written information and ideas in clear and concise
language to ensure the intended meaning of correspondence
is understood by recipient
Complete workplace
documentation and
correspondence
Draft and present correspondence within designated time
lines
Ensure presentation of written information meets
organisational standards of style, format and accuracy
Complete workplace forms and documentation in a clear,
concise and easy to read format
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Internal Use Only
Satisfactory
Yes
No
BSB30712 Certificate III in Work Health & Safety
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) Kit
Communicate in a way that
responds positively to individual
differences
Value all individuals and treat them with respect, courtesy
and sensitivity
Take into consideration cultural differences in all verbal and
non-verbal communication
Use communication to develop and maintain positive
relationships, mutual trust and confidence
Critical Aspects of
Assessment
Make efforts to use basic strategies to overcome language
barriers
Ensure that behaviour is consistent with legislative
requirements, enterprise guidelines and/or social protocols
 using communication methods appropriate to the
audience
 producing clear, concise and correct written
communication
 providing prompt responses to requests for
information
 knowledge of relevant legislation
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Skills
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communication skills to request advice, to receive
feedback and to work with a team
culturally appropriate communication skills to relate to
people from diverse backgrounds and people with
diverse abilities
literacy skills to identify work requirements, and to
understand and process basic workplace
documentation
organisational skills to plan work priorities and
arrangements
technology skills to select and use technology
appropriate to communication tasks
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Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) Kit
Knowledge
Required
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key provisions of relevant legislation from all forms of
government that may affect aspects of business
operations, such as:
anti-discrimination legislation
ethical principles
codes of practice
privacy laws
occupational health and safety (OHS)
organisational policies, plans and procedures,
especially style guide
spelling, grammar and punctuation
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Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) Kit
BSBFLM303C Contribute to effective workplace relationships
Element
Seek, receive and communicate
information and ideas
Encourage trust and confidence
Identify and use networks and
relationships
Contribute to positive outcomes
Performance Criteria
Evidence Provided
Collect information associated with the achievement of work
responsibilities from appropriate sources
Communicate ideas and information to diverse audiences in
an appropriate and sensitive manner
Seek contributions from internal and external sources to
develop and refine new ideas and approaches in accordance
with organisational processes
Facilitate consultation processes to allow employees to
contribute to issues related to their work, and promptly
communicate outcomes of consultation to the work team
Promptly deal with and resolve issues raised, or refer them to
relevant personnel
Treat people with integrity, respect and empathy
Encourage effective relationships within the framework of the
organisation's social, ethical and business standards
Gain and maintain the trust and confidence of colleagues,
customers and suppliers through competent performance
Adjust interpersonal styles and methods in relation the to
organisation's social and cultural environment
Identify and utilise workplace networks to help build
relationships
Identify and describe the value and benefits of networks and
other work relationships for the team and the organisation
Identify difficulties and take action to rectify the situation
within own level of responsibility according to organisational
and legal requirements
Support colleagues in resolving work difficulties
Regularly review workplace outcomes and implement
improvements in consultation with relevant personnel
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Internal Use Only
Satisfactory
Yes
No
BSB30712 Certificate III in Work Health & Safety
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) Kit
Critical Aspects of
Assessment
Identify and resolve poor work performance within own level
of responsibility and according to organisational policies
Deal constructively with conflict, within the organisation's
established processes
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using culturally appropriate communication techniques
to share work-based information with teams and
individuals in accordance with organisation policies
developing networks and building team relationships
regularly reviewing workplace outcomes to identify
and resolve issues and implement improvements
within own level of responsibility and according to
organisational policies
ability to relate to people from a range of social,
cultural and ethnic backgrounds and physical and
mental abilities
coaching and mentoring skills to provide support to
colleagues
functional literacy skills to access and use workplace
information
relationship management and communication skills to:
interpret information from a variety of people
respond to unexpected demands from a range of
people
gain the trust and confidence of colleagues
deal with people openly and fairly
forge effective relationships with internal and/or
external people
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Knowledge
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principles and techniques associated with relationship
management, including:
developing trust and confidence
behaving consistently in work relationships
identifying the cultural and social environment
identifying and assessing interpersonal styles
establishing networks
identifying and resolving problems
handling conflict
managing poor work performance
monitoring and improving work relationships
using anti-discrimination/bias strategies and making
contributions
relevant legislation from all levels of government that
may affect business operation, especially in regard to:
occupational health and safety and environmental
issues
equal opportunity
industrial relations
anti-discrimination.
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BSBSUS301A Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices
Element
Performance Criteria
Evidence Provided
Identify environmental regulations applying to the enterprise
Investigate current practices in
relation to resource usage
Analyse procedures for assessing compliance with
environmental/sustainability regulations
Collect information on environmental and resource efficiency
systems and procedures, and provide to the work group
where appropriate
Collect, analyse and organise information from a range of
sources to provide information/advice and tools/resources for
improvement opportunities
Measure and document current resource usage of members
of the work group
Analyse and document current purchasing strategies
Analyse current work processes to access information and
data to assist in identifying areas for improvement
Seek input from stakeholders, key personnel and specialists
Set targets for improvements
Implement performance
improvement strategies
Access external sources of information and data as required
Evaluate alternative solutions to workplace environmental
issues
Set efficiency targets
Source and use appropriate techniques and tools to assist in
achieving efficiency targets
Apply continuous improvement strategies to own work area of
responsibility, including ideas and possible solutions to
communicate to the work group and management
Implement and integrate environmental and resource
efficiency improvement plans for own work group with other
operational activities
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Internal Use Only
Satisfactory
Yes
No
BSB30712 Certificate III in Work Health & Safety
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) Kit
Monitor performance
Supervise and support team members to identify possible
areas for improved practices and resource efficiency in work
area
Seek suggestions and ideas about environmental and
resource efficiency management from stakeholders and act
upon where appropriate
Implement costing strategies to fully utilise environmental
assets
Use and/or develop evaluation and monitoring, tools and
technology
Document and communicate outcomes to report on efficiency
targets to key personnel and stakeholders
Evaluate strategies and improvement plans
Set new efficiency targets, and investigate and apply new
tools and strategies
Promote successful strategies and reward participants where
possible
 knowledge of relevant compliance requirements within
work area
 developing plans to make improvements
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of Assessment
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planning and organising work group activities in relation
to measuring current use and devising strategies to
improve usage
monitoring resource use and improvements for
environmental performance relative to work area and
supervision
ensuring appropriate action is taken within work area in
relation to environmental/sustainability compliance and
potential hazards
implementing new approaches to work area in an effort
to resolve and improve environmental and resource
efficiency issues and reporting as required
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analytical skills to analyse problems, to devise solutions
and to reflect on approaches taken
change management skills
communication skills to answer questions, clarify and
acknowledge suggestions relating to work requirements
and efficiency
communication/consultation skills to support information
flow from stakeholders to the work group
innovation skills to identify improvements, to apply
knowledge about resource use to organisational activities
and to develop tools
literacy skills to comprehend documentation, to interpret
environmental and energy efficiency requirements, to
create tools to measure and monitor improvements and
to report outcomes
numeracy skills to analyse data on organisational
resource consumption and waste product volumes
planning and organising skills to implement environmental
and energy efficiency management polices and
procedures relevant to own work area
problem-solving skills to devise approaches to improved
environmental sustainability and to develop alternative
approaches as required
technology skills to operate and shut down equipment;
where relevant, to use software systems for recording
and filing documentation to measure current usage; and
to use word processing and other basic software for
interpreting charts, flowcharts, graphs and other visual
data and information
supervisory skills to work effectively with a team
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best practice approaches relevant to own area of
responsibility and industry
compliance requirements within work area for all relevant
environmental/sustainability legislation, regulations and
codes of practice including resource hazards/risks
associated with work area, job specifications and
procedures
environmental and energy efficiency issues, systems and
procedures specific to industry practice
external benchmarks and support for particular
benchmarks to be used within organisation, including
approaches to improving resource use for work area and
expected outcomes
OHS issues and requirements
organisational structure and reporting channels and
procedures
quality assurance systems relevant to own work area
strategies to maximise opportunities and to minimise
impact relevant to own work area
supply chain procedures
terms and conditions of employment including policies
and procedures, such as daily tasks, work area
responsibilities, employee, supervisor and employer
rights, equal opportunity
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BSBWHS302A Apply knowledge of WHS legislation in the workplace
Element
Performance Criteria
Evidence Provided
Internal Use Only
Satisfactory
Yes
Determine the legal framework
for WHS in the workplace
Identify and access current WHS legislation and related
documentation relevant to the workplace, occupation and
industry
Apply knowledge of the relationship between WHS Acts,
regulations and codes of practice to assist in identifying WHS
legislative requirements in the workplace
Identify duty holders
Identify legal obligations and duties for consultation with and
training of workers, health and safety representatives, and
others
Identify consequences of non-compliance with WHS Acts,
regulations, codes of practice, standards and organisational
WHS policies, procedures, processes and systems
Contribute to monitoring compliance with legislation
Contribute to activity that
reflects WHS legislative
requirements
Keep up-to-date with legislation
and relevant publications
Contribute to ensuring that workplace complies with legislation
Identify and take appropriate action on non-compliance with
legislation
Recognise limits of own expertise and legal duties, and access
help and advice when required
Use relevant sources to keep up-to-date with legislation and
relevant publications
Communicate information on relevant legislative changes and
relevant publications to others
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No
Required
Skills
Critical Aspects
of Assessment
BSB30712 Certificate III in Work Health & Safety
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) Kit
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current knowledge of relevant WHS Acts, regulations and
codes of practice
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identifying and applying WHS legislative requirements
applicable to the workplace, occupation and industry
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referring issues of non-compliance to responsible persons
or authorities
seeking advice from appropriate sources
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communication skills to contribute effectively to formal and
informal WHS meetings
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computer skills to search for, access and download
electronic documents and software
literacy skills to read and understand documents and
publications
legislative duties of self and others
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Knowledge
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organisational WHS policies, procedures, processes and
systems
relevant commonwealth and state or territory WHS Acts,
regulations, codes of practice, standards and guidance
material, and other relevant publications
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ways to get information about compliance with legislation.
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BSBWHS303A Participate in WHS hazard identification, risk assessment and risk control
Element
Participate in workplace hazard
identification
Participate in WHS risk
assessment
Promote and support worker
consultation and participation in
hazard identification and risk
assessment
Performance Criteria
Evidence Provided
Participate in selecting hazard identification methods suitable
for the workplace, as appropriate
Use selected methods to identify, report and record hazards
according to workplace procedures and WHS Acts, regulations
and codes of practice
Provide information and assistance to persons conducting
hazard identification
Participate in selecting suitable risk assessment methods for
the workplace, as appropriate
Use selected methods to assess and record risks according to
workplace procedures and WHS Acts, regulations and codes
of practice
Provide information and assistance to persons conducting risk
assessments
Advise workers of, and consult them about, hazard
identification and risk assessment activities according to
workplace WHS consultation and participation policies,
procedures and processes
Encourage workers to participate appropriately in these
activities according to workplace WHS consultation and
participation policies, procedures and processes
Advise workers of, and consult them about, the results and
outcomes of these activities according to workplace WHS
consultation and participation policies, procedures and
processes
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Internal Use Only
Satisfactory
Yes
No
BSB30712 Certificate III in Work Health & Safety
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) Kit
Participate in developing,
selecting and implementing
WHS risk controls
Obtain workplace records of the outcomes of hazard
identifications and risk assessments, and use them to
participate in developing risk control options
Apply knowledge of WHS Acts, regulations, codes of practice,
other sources of information and guidelines, and workplace
policies, procedures and processes to identify duty holders
Participate in selecting risk control options using appropriate
criteria
Identify and report factors impeding successful
implementation of selected risk controls
Participate in developing a risk control implementation and
evaluation plan
Critical Aspects of
Assessment
Support effective worker
consultation and participation in
the risk control process
Provide information about the implementation and evaluation
plan to individuals and parties
Advise workers of, and consult them about, developing risk
control options, and selecting and implementing risk controls
according to workplace WHS consultation and participation
policies, procedures and processes
Encourage workers to participate appropriately in these
activities according to workplace WHS consultation and
participation policies, procedures and processes

collection of information about workplace hazards and
participation in the identification of hazards in a
workplace

using hazard identification methods appropriately

participating in risk assessments for hazards identified in
the workplace

participating in developing, selecting and implementing
risk controls in a workplace

knowledge of relevant commonwealth and state or
territory Acts, regulations, codes of practice standards
and guidance material
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Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) Kit
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communication skills to:
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literacy skills to:
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Required
Skills

participate in hazard identification and risk
assessment activities, and to record the results and
outcomes of these activities
communicate risk control activities to workers, health
and safety committees, health and safety
representatives, managers, supervisors, and persons
conducting businesses or undertakings (PCBUs) or
their officers

organisational and time-management skills to sequence
tasks and meet timelines

planning skills to choose appropriate methods for hazard
identification and risk assessment

research skills to:


Required
Knowledge
contribute effectively to hazard identification and risk
assessment activities
communicate with people from a range of
backgrounds and with a range of abilities
identify sources of, and obtain information about,
relevant WHS hazards
help workplace parties to obtain information about
hazards.

basic principles of incident causation and injury processes

concept of hazards, risks and risk factors

hazard identification and risk assessment methods

internal and external sources of WHS information and
data, and how to access them

organisational design and structure

organisational WHS policies, procedures, processes and
systems
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Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) Kit
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range of WHS hazards that may be present in the
workplace, the harm they can cause and how this harm
occurs

relevant commonwealth and state or territory WHS Acts,
regulations, codes of practice, standards and guidance
material, and other relevant publications

risk control options for different hazards and work
situations

risk control requirements as specified in WHS Acts,
regulations, codes of practice, standards and guidance
material, other relevant publications, workplace
conditions and organisational WHS policies, procedures,
processes and systems

types of hazard and risk registers

WHS legislative requirements about:
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communication, consultation and participation
notification of incidents
recordkeeping
specific hazard identification and risk assessment
methods
workplace communication processes
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BSB30712 Certificate III in Work Health & Safety
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) Kit
BSBWHS304A Participate effectively in WHS communication and consultation processes
Element
Contribute to establishing and
running WHS consultation and
participation processes
Raise WHS issues with others
Critical Aspects of
Assessment
Contribute to obtaining and
communicating information
about WHS issues
Performance Criteria
Evidence Provided
Apply knowledge of WHS Acts, regulations, codes of practice,
policies and procedures to contribute to developing and
running WHS consultation and participation processes
Identify and communicate barriers to effective WHS
consultation and participation processes
Contribute to removing these barriers
Identify, record and communicate to others the duties, rights
and responsibilities of individuals and parties in the
consultation process
Raise relevant WHS issues in meetings and support others to
do this
Record and communicate WHS discussions and their
outcomes according to workplace procedures
Follow up the outcomes of meetings as appropriate
Communicate outcomes of these meetings to others
Identify sources of WHS information
Use tools and techniques to locate and obtain WHS
information
Communicate relevant WHS information to others using
appropriate communication methods

taking appropriate actions to remove barriers to
communication and consultation processes

supporting others to raise relevant WHS issues

knowledge of relevant WHS Acts, regulations, codes of
practice, standards, policies and procedures
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Internal Use Only
Satisfactory
Yes
No
Required
Knowledge
Required
Skills
BSB30712 Certificate III in Work Health & Safety
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) Kit

communication skills to communicate with people from a
range of backgrounds and with a range of abilities

information-management skills to source, obtain and
share relevant documents

interpersonal skills to support others to raise WHS issues

literacy and verbal skills to consult on, present and
progress WHS issues.

organisational WHS policies, procedures, processes and
systems

relevant commonwealth and state or territory WHS Acts,
regulations, codes of practice, standards and guidance
material, and other relevant publications

roles and responsibilities of WHS personnel

workplace information management procedures,
processes and systems

workplace procedures, communication channels and
methods for information sourcing and sharing
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BSB30712 Certificate III in Work Health & Safety
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) Kit
BSBWHS305A Contribute to WHS issue resolution
Element
Prepare to contribute to the
resolution of WHS issues
Performance Criteria
Evidence Provided
Identify relevant parts of WHS Acts, regulations, codes of
practice, and workplace policies and procedures that apply to
the WHS issue-resolution process
Identify possible participants in the WHS issue-resolution
process and their legal rights, duties and responsibilities
Identify, clarify and record WHS issues and communicate and
discuss these issues with other participants as appropriate
Provide support and advice to workers about issue-resolution
tools, techniques and strategies that can be used to resolve
WHS issues
Make other preparations as necessary
Participate in the issue-resolution process
Progress the resolution of WHS
issues
Effectively communicate
outcomes of WHS issueresolution process
Provide support and advice to participants as appropriate
according to workplace procedures and processes
Contact external participants to help progress issue-resolution
processes when appropriate
Select the best means to communicate the results of the
issue-resolution process to participants
Disseminate results of the issue-resolution process to all
participants
Contribute to keeping records of WHS issue-resolution
processes and outcomes
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Internal Use Only
Satisfactory
Yes
No
Critical
Aspects of
Assessment
BSB30712 Certificate III in Work Health & Safety
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) Kit

effectively using a range of issue-resolution tools,
techniques and strategies

accurate recordkeeping

knowledge of relevant commonwealth and state or
territory WHS Acts, regulations, codes of practice,
standards and guidance material

communication skills to:

Required
Knowledge
Required
Skills

consult on and present WHS issues to people from a
range of backgrounds and with a range of abilities
contribute effectively to formal and informal WHS
meetings

information-management skills to store and retrieve
relevant documents

organisational and time-management skills to run efficient
and effective meetings

presentation and facilitation skills to represent worker
views on WHS issues

problem solving skills specific to issue resolution.

internal and external sources of WHS information and
data, and how to access them

legislative requirements for WHS issue resolution,
information provision, data collection, consultation and
reporting

organisational policies and procedures for WHS
agreements and issue resolution

relevant commonwealth and state or territory WHS Acts,
regulations, codes of practice, standards and guidance
material, and other relevant publications

roles and responsibilities of individuals and parties under
WHS legislation

types of issue-resolution tools, techniques and strategies
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BSB30712 Certificate III in Work Health & Safety
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) Kit
BSBWOR301B Organise personal work priorities and development
Element
Organise and complete own
work schedule
Performance Criteria
Evidence Provided
Ensure that work goals, objectives or KPIs are understood,
negotiated and agreed in accordance with organisational
requirements
Assess and prioritise workload to ensure tasks are completed
within identified timeframes
Monitor own work performance
Identify factors affecting the achievement of work objectives
and incorporate contingencies into work plans
Use business technology efficiently and effectively to manage
and monitor scheduling and completion of tasks
Accurately monitor and adjust personal work performance
through self-assessment to ensure achievement of tasks and
compliance with legislation and work processes or KPIs
Ensure that feedback on performance is actively sought and
evaluated from colleagues and clients in the context of
individual and group requirements
Routinely identify and report on variations in the quality of
and products and services according to organisational
requirements
Identify signs of stress and effects on personal wellbeing
Identify sources of stress and access appropriate supports
and resolution strategies
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Internal Use Only
Satisfactory
Yes
No
BSB30712 Certificate III in Work Health & Safety
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) Kit
Coordinate personal skill
development and learning
Identify personal learning and professional development
needs and skill gaps using self-assessment and advice from
colleagues and clients in relation to role and organisational
requirements
Identify, prioritise and plan opportunities for undertaking
personal skill development activities in liaison with work
groups and relevant personnel
Access, complete and record professional development
opportunities to facilitate continuous learning and career
development
Required
Skills
Critical
Aspects of
Assessment
Incorporate formal and informal feedback into review of
further learning needs

preparing work plans

scheduling and prioritising work objectives and tasks

knowledge of the principles and techniques of goal
setting, measuring performance, time management and
personal assessment

communication skills to give and receive constructive
feedback relating to development needs


literacy skills to read and understand the organisation’s
procedures
planning skills to organise work priorities according to
work goals and objectives
problem-solving skills to solve routine problems

self-management skills to:

comply with policies and procedures
consistently evaluate and monitor own performance
seek learning opportunities

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Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) Kit
Required
Knowledge

key provisions of relevant legislation from all levels of
government that may affect aspects of business
operations, such as:


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
anti-discrimination legislation
ethical principles
codes of practice
privacy laws
occupational health and safety (OHS)

organisational policies, plans and procedures

methods to elicit, analyse and interpret feedback

principles and techniques of goal setting, measuring
performance, time management and personal assessment

competency standards and how to interpret them in
relation to self

methods to identify and prioritise personal learning
needs.
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BSB30712 Certificate III in Work Health & Safety
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) Kit
BSBWOR401A Establish effective workplace relationships
Element
Collect, analyse and
communicate information and
ideas
Performance Criteria
Evidence Provided
Collect relevant information from appropriate sources and
analyse and share with the work team to improve work
performance
Communicate ideas and information in a manner which is
appropriate and sensitive to the cultural and social diversity of
the audience and any specific needs
Implement consultation processes to encourage employees to
contribute to issues related to their work, and promptly relay
feedback to the work team in regard to outcomes
Seek and value contributions from internal and external
sources in developing and refining new ideas and approaches
Implement processes to ensure that issues raised are
resolved promptly or referred to relevant personnel as
required
Develop trust and confidence
Treat all internal and external contacts with integrity, respect
and empathy
Use the organisation's social, ethical and business standards
to develop and maintain effective relationships
Gain and maintain the trust and confidence of colleagues,
customers and suppliers through competent performance
Adjust interpersonal styles and methods to meet
organisation's social and cultural environment
Encourage other members of the work team to follow
examples set, according to organisation's policies and
procedures
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Internal Use Only
Satisfactory
Yes
No
BSB30712 Certificate III in Work Health & Safety
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) Kit
Develop and maintain networks
and relationships
Manage difficulties into positive
outcomes
Use networks to identify and build relationships
Use networks and other work relationships to provide
identifiable benefits for the team and organisation
Identify and analyse difficulties, and take action to rectify the
situation within the requirements of the organisation and
relevant legislation
Guide and support colleagues to resolve work difficulties
Regularly review and improve workplace outcomes in
consultation with relevant personnel
Manage poor work performance within the organisation's
processes
Critical Aspects
of Assessment
Manage conflict constructively within the organisation's
processes

range of methods and techniques for communicating
information and ideas to a range of stakeholders

range of methods and techniques for developing positive
work relationships that build trust and confidence in the
team

accessing and analysing information to achieve planned
outcomes

techniques for resolving problems and conflicts and
dealing with poor performance

knowledge of the theory associated with managing work
relationships to achieve planned outcomes
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Required
Skills
BSB30712 Certificate III in Work Health & Safety
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) Kit

coaching and mentoring skills to provide support to
colleagues

literacy skills to research, analyse, interpret and report
information

relationship management and communication skills to:



Required
Knowledge

deal with people openly and fairly
forge effective relationships with internal and/or
external people, and to develop and maintain these
networks
 gain the trust and confidence of colleagues
 respond to unexpected demands from a range of
people
 use supportive and consultative processes effectively
relevant legislation from all levels of government that
affects business operation, especially in regard to
occupational health and safety (OHS), and environmental
issues, equal opportunity, industrial relations and antidiscrimination
theory associated with managing work relationships to
achieve planned outcomes:

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
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developing trust and confidence
maintaining consistent behaviour in work relationships
understanding the cultural and social environment
identifying and assessing interpersonal styles
establishing, building and maintaining networks
identifying and resolving problems
resolving conflict
managing poor work performance
monitoring, analysing and introducing ways to
improve work relationships
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BSB30712 Certificate III in Work Health & Safety
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) Kit
PUAWER001B Identify, prevent and report potential workplace emergency situations
Element
Identify, monitor and report
situations that could lead to
workplace emergencies
Critical Aspects
of Assessment
Identify, report and correct
situations that could prevent
workplace emergencies from
being safely handled
Performance Criteria
Evidence Provided
Situations that could lead to workplace emergencies are
identified
Immediate work area is routinely checked for any situations
that could lead to emergencies
Hazardous work is monitored to ensure precautions and
workplace procedures are followed.
Principles of operation of relevant emergency protection
systems are identified.
Principles of operation of relevant emergency control
equipment are identified
Evacuation systems are identified
Immediate work area is routinely checked for any situations
that could lead to emergency protection systems,
emergency control equipment and evacuation systems
being made inoperable.
Situations that could lead to emergency protection systems,
emergency control equipment and evacuation systems being
made inoperable are identified and corrected.
Workplace procedures and accepted safe practices are
regularly monitored and followed to ensure operability of
emergency protection systems, emergency control equipment
and evacuation systems.
 Assessment must confirm the ability to identify
emergency protection systems, emergency control
equipment and evacuation systems; to identify and report
situations that may lead to or contribute to workplace
incidents and/or emergencies

Consistency in performance

Competency should be demonstrated in the workplace.
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Internal Use Only
Satisfactory
Yes
No
Required
Skills
BSB30712 Certificate III in Work Health & Safety
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) Kit

communicate effectively

identify hazards in the workplace that reduce the
effectiveness of emergency protection systems,
emergency control equipment and evacuation systems
monitor the work area to identify new and emerging risks
on an on-going basis
basic types, principles of operation and limitations of
emergency protection systems and emergency control
equipment typically installed in the workplace
hazards in the workplace that reduce the effectiveness of
emergency protection systems and emergency control
equipment
procedures for identifying, minimising or preventing,
correcting and reporting situations within the organisation
that may lead to workplace emergencies
safe practices applicable to the workplace that help to
prevent emergencies
situations in the workplace that may lead to emergencies


Required
Knowledge





situations that may make emergency protection systems
and emergency control equipment inoperable
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