Unit Code Unit Title
PLB-01 Apply Plumbing Safety and Hygiene Practices

Nominal Hours: 20
Unit Descriptor:
Covers safe work practices, use of PPE, hazard identification, and hygiene standards in plumbing environments.

Elements | Performance Criteria

Elements Performance Criteria
1. Identify hazards and use PPE 1.1 Identify workplace hazards.
1.2 Use and maintain PPE.
1.3 Report hazards and incidents.
2. Apply safe work practices 2.1 Follow safety procedures.
2.2 Maintain clean, organized work area.
2.3 Handle tools safely.
3. Maintain personal hygiene 3.1 Follow hygiene protocols.
3.2 Dispose of waste safely.
3.3 Use handwashing and sanitation.

Range of Variables

Variables Range
PPE Gloves, goggles, masks, boots, overalls, ear protection.
Hazards Biological, chemical, physical, ergonomic.
Hygiene Handwashing, clean uniforms, safe waste disposal.

Evidence Guide

Area Details
1. Critical aspects of competency Consistently applies safety and hygiene; uses PPE; reports hazards.
2. Underpinning knowledge OHS legislation, hygiene standards, hazard types, PPE use.
3. Underpinning Skills Hazard identification, PPE use, safe tool handling, hygiene maintenance.
4. Underpinning attitudes Safety focus, responsibility, cleanliness, teamwork.
5. Resource Implications PPE, safety documentation, hygiene facilities, plumbing tools.
6. Methods of Assessment Observation, demonstration, questioning, workplace records.
7. Context of Assessment Real/simulated plumbing environment with standard hazards and PPE.

Foundation skills

Skills DESCRIPTION
Reading Interpret safety instructions, signage, and hygiene protocols.
Communication Report hazards, follow instructions, clarify procedures.
Problem Solving Respond to hazards or hygiene breaches.

Target Audience

Target Audience Description
Plumbing apprentices, workers Individuals entering or working in plumbing environments.

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

RPL Available Yes

Pre-Requisit

Pre-Requisite None