SITXWHS006-Workplace-Assessment-Task-2-Observation-Form-v1.0

SITXWHS006 - Identify hazards, assess and control safety risks WORKPLACE ASSESSMENT TASK 2 - OBSERVATION FORM This form is for the assessor’s use only. Purpose This Observation Form outlines the specific criteria that the candidate must demonstrate/perform while completing Workplace Assessment Task 2 . This form is to be completed by the candidate’s assessor to document their observation of the candidate’s performance in Workplace Assessment Task 2 . Task Overview For this task, the candidate is required to work with at least two other personnel to assess and document the risks posed by hazards identified in the workplace. For this task, the candidate is required to complete the following while being observed by the assessor:  Work with at least two other workplace personnel to systematically assess risk in the workplace  Recommend control measures to minimise or eliminate each identified risk  Store the risk register template following organisational procedures. In this task, the candidate will be assessed on their:  Practical knowledge of workplace risks  Practical skills relevant to systematically assessing and documenting workplace risks Observation Form © Precision RTO Resources

Instructions to the Assessor Before the assessment  Organise workplace resources required for this assessment.  Contextualise the criteria in this observation form so that they align with: o The organisation’s policies and procedures for:  Conducting a systematic workplace risk assessment  Storing copies of risk assessment records and relevant evidence o The areas in the workplace where the candidate must conduct the risk assessment  Advise the candidate on the time and location of the assessment.  Discuss this assessment task with the candidate, including the practical skills they need to demonstrate during this task and the criteria for satisfactorily demonstrating each skill.  Review this form with the candidate and address any queries or concerns they may have about it. During the assessment  Observe the candidate as they complete the Workplace Assessment Task.  For each practical skill listed in this Observation Form : o Tick YES if you confirm you have observed the candidate demonstrate/perform the practical skill. o Tick NO if you have not observed the candidate demonstrate/perform the practical skill.  If you ticked YES, provide the date when you observed the candidate demonstrate the skill.  Write specific comments on the candidate’s performance in each criterion. Your feedback/insights will help address any area(s) for improvement. Observation Form Page 2

Resources required for assessment  Risk Register Template , or similar from the candidate’s workplace/organisation  Hazard Report Form completed from Workplace Assessment Task 1  Workplace documents containing work health and safety information, including: ☐ Policies and procedures for risk assessment and recordkeeping ☐ Copies of current WHS reports including but not limited to: ☐ Injury or illness registers  Risk registers These can include existing reports reviewed for the Workplace Assessment Task 1, and other reports related to the new hazards found.  At least two other personnel from the workplace to assist the candidate with risk assessment These must be the same personnel from Workplace Assessment Task 1. Organisations’ policies and procedures for risk assessment Policies: Assessor to list the organisation's policies here. Procedures: Assessor to list the procedures of the corresponding policy listed. Organisations’ policies and procedures for recordkeeping of risk assessment documents Policies: Assessor to list the organisation's policies here. Procedures: Assessor to list the procedures of the corresponding policy listed. Observation Form Page 4

Candidate Assessment Briefing Date of assessment briefing The assessor confirms: YES/NO 1. They have discussed with the candidate the workplace task they are required to complete for this assessment.  YES ☐ NO 2. The candidate understands they will be assessed while completing this workplace task, as well as any document(s) they will complete as part of this task.  YES ☐ NO 3. They have discussed with the candidate the instructions on how they are to undertake the workplace task. ☐ YES  NO 4. They have provided the candidate guidance on how they can satisfactorily complete the task.  YES ☐ NO 5. They have discussed with the candidate the practical skills (outlined below) they are required to meet to satisfactorily complete the task.  YES ☐ NO 6. They have addressed the candidate’s questions or concerns about the workplace task and the assessment process.  YES ☐ NO Observation Form © Precision RTO Resources

During this workplace task: YES/N O Date O b s e r v e d Assessor’s comments 2. The candidate discusses ALL of the following with the two workplace personnel: Candidate’s responses in the Risk Register template must reflect each of the following discussions. At a minimum, they must discuss the following: a. At least one associated risk for each of the hazards identified from Workplace Assessment Task 1  YES ☐ NO b. Description of the exposure of people or things in the workplace to the hazards identified.  YES ☐ NO c. Likelihood and consequence of each risk identified They must refer their responses from the Likelihood and Consequence Scales in the Risk Register Template .  YES ☐ NO 3. The candidate demonstrates cooperation during the group risk assessment. In demonstrating this:  The candidate listens attentively and actively to the person speaking. In demonstrating this: o The candidate shows full attention to the person speaking. ☐ YES  NO o The candidate shows non-verbal cues such as nodding to important discussion points.  YES ☐ NO o The candidate maintains appropriate eye contact with the speaker.  YES ☐ NO o The candidate does not interrupt the speaker.  YES ☐ NO  The candidate speaks clearly and concisely.  YES ☐ NO Observation Form © Precision RTO Resources

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During this workplace task: YES/N O Date O b s e r v e d Assessor’s comments 5. The candidate stores records of the completed Risk Register template and WHS evidence portfolio according to organisational procedures. Storing records can vary depending on the organisation. Assessor must refer to the organisation’s policies and procedures for recordkeeping. a. Risk Register Template Candidate must demonstrate at least one of the following: Check at least one box to reflect the step taken by the candidate. ☒ Save in digital format using the organisation’s database ☐ Store printed copies in the correct filing cabinets in the workplace ☐ Endorse physical or digital records to appropriate personnel in the workplace  YES ☐ N O b. WHS evidence portfolio Candidate must demonstrate at least one of the following: Check at least one box to reflect the step taken by the candidate. ☒ Save in digital format using the organisation’s database ☐ Store printed copies in the correct filing cabinets in the workplace ☐ Endorse physical or digital records to appropriate personnel in the workplace  YES ☐ N O Observation Form Page 10

Assessor Declaration By signing here, I confirm that I have observed the candidate, whose name appears above:  Work with two other personnel to systematically assess risk in the workplace  Recommend control measures to minimise or eliminate each identified risk  Document and store records of workplace hazards I confirm that the information recorded on this Observation Form is true and accurately reflects the candidate’s performance during their completion of the workplace task. Assessor’s signature Assessor’s name Date signed END OF OBSERVATION FORM Observation Form © Precision RTO Resources