Supervise Safety on a Construction Site

Specific Outcome 1: Demonstrate Understanding of Health and Safety on Construction Site

• Explain Implications of Health and Safety Legislation and Regulations in Relation to Construction Site
• Explain Principles of Safety in Relation to Construction Site
• Explain Principles of Safety Management Systems in Relation to Construction Site
• Explain Reporting of Health and Safety Issues in Terms of Legislation and Organizational Procedures

Specific Outcome 2: Explain Hazards in Construction Work Areas and Preventative Measures

• Identify and Address Potential Hazards in Accordance with Organizational Procedures
• Identify and Demonstrate Use of Protective Gear and Equipment
• Explain Implications of Working in Confined Spaces
• Explain Handling, Transportation, Storage and Utilization of Materials
• Explain Implications of Working at Elevated Levels
• Explain Implications of Working in Traffic

Specific Outcome 3: Co-ordinate First Aid Resources in Case of Emergency

• Identify Location of Fire Extinguishers, Hoses and Alarms
• Distinguish Types of Fire Extinguishers in Relation to Uses and Purpose
• Explain Recognition of Emergencies in Accordance with Organizational Procedures
• Report Injuries Involving Individuals in Accordance with Organizational Procedures
• Identify Location of First Aid Material and Trained First Aid Staff

Specific Outcome 4: Develop and Implement Health and Safety Site Plan

• Identify Health and Safety Needs and Implement Measures
• Explain Duties Regarding Management Responsibility for Workplace Safety
• Compile and Communicate Health and Safety Plan to Staff

Specific Outcome 5: Monitor Implementation of Health and Safety Plan, Systems and Procedures

• Induct Visitors and All Staff in Terms of Health and Safety Plan
• Implement Health and Safety Statutory Requirements
• Monitor and Update Health and Safety Plan
• Implement Training Programs to Train Staff