View Unit : Health, safety and security at work in the laundry and dry cleaning industry

Unit

Unit Reference Number

F/600/8841

Qualification Framework

QCF

Title

Health, safety and security at work in the laundry and dry cleaning industry

Unit Level

Level 2

Unit Sub Level

None

Guided Learning Hours

Unit Credit Value

Date of Withdrawal

SSAs

4.2 Manufacturing Technologies

Unit Grading Structure

Pass

Assessment Guidance

This unit should be assessed in a work environment and is subject to the requirements set out in the Assessment Strategy for the sector in which it is being assessed.

The assumed pre-requisite is that the learner undertaking this unit will be an experienced operator in a laundry or dry cleaning environment.

This unit should not be taken prior to taking ‘Know and understand health, safety and security at work in the laundry and dry cleaning industry.’

Rules and Regulations which should be followed in the working environment include:

a. Organisation’s rules, codes, guidelines and standards relating to health, safety and security

b. Equipment operating procedures

c. Handling and lifting techniques

d. Correct use and maintenance of any protective clothing and/or equipment

e. Responsibilities under the Health and Safety at Work Act and Control of Substances Hazardous to health

f. Health Service Guidance(95) 18

g. Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points

h. Environmental requirements

i. Manufacturer’s instructions

Procedures to be followed in the event of ONE of the following types of emergency:

a. Fire

b. Contamination (e.g. from leaks, spillages, gas emissions)

c. Accident and injuries to personnel

d. Explosions(e.g. gas)

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Learning Outcomes and Assessment Criteria

Learning Outcome - The learner will:		Assessment Criterion - The learner can:
1	Be able to contribute to the safety and security of the workplace and its contents	1.1	Locate alarms, emergency exits, escape routes, emergency equipment and assembly points
		1.2	Store materials and equipment safely
		1.3	Make arrangements to maintain security to cover personnel, public and premises
2	Be able to monitor the workplace for hazards	2.1	Recognise potential hazards and rectify where possible
		2.2	Handle waste and debris and move them to a safe location
		2.3	Identify malfunctions in machinery and equipment, correcting if possible, and report them
		2.4	Note service malfunctions and chemical leaks and report them
3	Be able to take action in the event of fire, emergencies or accidents	3.1	Follow emergency procedures correctly and safely for the various kinds of incident which may occur
		3.2	Use the appropriate emergency equipment correctly and safely
		3.3	Use the appropriate protective clothing
4	Be able to raise the alarm and follow correct procedures for shut down and evacuation	4.1	Raise the alarm and if necessary direct personnel to the nearest assembly point
4		4.2	Locate and follow correct procedures for shut down and evacuation
5	Be able to keep accurate records, complete forms, reports and other documentation	5.1	Keep up to date accurate records
5		5.2	Complete forms, reports and other documentation as required in line with the organisation’s rules, guidelines and standards
6	Be able to communicate effectively with colleagues and customers	6.1	Communicate effectively with colleagues, and customers using the most appropriate form of communication

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