SITXWHS003: Implement and Monitor Work Health and Safety Practices

This document outlines the assessment requirements for SITXWHS003, focusing on implementing and monitoring work health and safety (WHS) practices. It covers various assessment methods, including written questions, project tasks (risk assessment, implementation of procedures, consultative processes, WHS training, and record maintenance), and practical demonstrations. The assessment tasks are designed to evaluate a student's understanding of WHS principles and their ability to apply them in a workplace setting. The document provides detailed instructions for each assessment type, including multiple-choice questions, short-answer questions, practical demonstrations, scenarios, role-plays, and third-party reports. It also includes information on assessment preparation, naming electronic documents, and assessment appeals. The assessments aim to ensure students can consistently perform tasks related to WHS management, demonstrating their competence in creating a safe work environment and adhering to relevant regulations.

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This learner resource will help you build the skills required to meet the performance criteria of this unit:
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It’s important that Learning and Assessment is conducted in a safe environment where your assessment
work demonstrates consistent performance of typical activities experienced in the management and
leadership field of work.

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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
Assessments
Competence and Assessment information
To be assessed as competent participants must provide evidence of their knowledge and skills relative to
this unit of competence.
They must successfully complete a number of assessment activities to the standard and the performance
benchmarks required for this qualification level.
It is the responsibility of the trainer/assessor to determine what and how much evidence is required to
make an assessment judgement that complies with the rules of evidence and the principles of assessment.
Trainer/assessors might use the assessment tools in this resource, supplement them or design other
assessment tasks.
might have specific assessment tools in their Training and Assessment Strategy (TAS) and assessment
could be supplemented by reviewing portfolios of evidence and third-party workplace reports of on-the-
job performance.
Perform all practical assessment tasks without risk to self, danger to others or damage to property, land or
equipment
Abide by all relevant instructions and directions as they relate to the assessment tasks.
Special Needs.
If participants have special needs, for example a disability or cultural or lifestyle need that might impact on
training or assessment they are still entitled to the same educational opportunities as everyone else.
A participant, for instance, who has a difficulty with reading and writing could undertake a verbal
assessment of knowledge, with the trainer assessor documenting the responses. The trainer/assessor will
not answer the questions but will collect evidence from the participant in a format adapted to ensure the
participant is not disadvantaged
If a participant believes they have special needs, they should talk to their trainer/assessor.
Complaints and appeals.
has an appeals and complaints process which allows participants to challenge an assessment decision
and /or enables them to be reassessed.
All training participants or candidates for assessment have the right to appeal an assessment result they
believe to be unfair, incorrect or inappropriate.
policies and procedures will enable participants to action a complaint or grievance regarding any act,
product or service of – academic or non-academic and including assessment results.

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If a participant wishes to appeal a decision they should talk to the assessor or to an appropriate
representative.
Cheating and plagiarism
Cheating and plagiarism are unacceptable and will be subject to disciplinary action.
Plagiarism is using the ideas or work of another person/s as if they were your own without giving proper
credit to the source.
If participants use materials from published authors, to support their assessment work, they must cite and
reference the works correctly.
If they do not know how to do this the trainer/assessor should provide assistance or direct them to the
Harvard referencing system or similar on the Internet.
Cheating is defined as obtaining, attempting to obtain or aiding another to obtain credit for work or any
improvement in evaluation of performance, by any dishonest or deceptive means.
has policies and procedures relevant to cheating and plagiarism and has informed all participants of their
responsibilities.
Conducting assessments
Participants must be deemed satisfactory against all components of the assessment to be judged as
competent for this unit of competency.
Each competency unit can be completed and assessed individually and is designed to be integrated with
your learning guide but can be assessed holistically.
A broad definition of Holistic Learning is learning that is not restricted to specific competencies, but
incorporates, knowledge, understanding, problem solving, technical skills and application across a broad
range of tasks.
Performance Standards
To receive a satisfactory result for the assessments participants must complete all activities, questions,
projects and tasks nominated by the assessor, to the required standard.
Completion of all tasks, to a satisfactory level will contribute to a final assessment of the competence

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Some or all of the assessments listed here will be used to assess the unit. Types of assessments chosen will
be dictated by the performance evidence and the assessment conditions for the unit.
Multiple-choice questions
Purpose: To assess whether the learner understands the unit content and has the knowledge/ability to
competently carry out the tasks as described.
Content: There are a range of multiple-choice questions. Each has four possible answers. Only one of them
is correct. An answer document is provided for assessors.
How to use: The multiple choice is available in electronic or hard copy versions. Both can be used as follows:
prior to the unit to determine the learner’s level of knowledge
alongside the multimedia/text content as the learner progresses through it
at the completion of each section
at the completion of the entire unit as a final assessment of knowledge (summative assessment).
Contextualising to specific circumstances: The assessor may rewrite the questions to suit the target group,
the specific workplace/training environment, and the different industry sectors: hospitality, tourism,
events, holiday parks and resorts.
Short-answer questions
Purpose: To assess whether the learner understands the unit content and has the knowledge/ability to
competently carry out the tasks as described.
Content: Short-answer questions are generally divided into sections according to the elements within the
competency. An answer document is provided for assessors.
How to use: The worksheets are available in electronic or hard copy versions. Both are designed to be
completed alongside the multimedia/text content as the learner progresses through it. However, they can
also be used as follows:
at the completion of each section
at the completion of the entire
unit
as a closed book test (summative assessment).
Contextualising to specific circumstances: The assessor may rewrite questions to suit the target group, the
specific workplace/training environment, and the different industry sectors: hospitality, tourism, events,
holiday parks and resorts.
Assessment – Practical Demonstration
Your assessor will do the following.
Observe you in a workplace or simulated workplace using a range of skills/tasks.
Use the checklist to observe you using a range of skills/tasks.
Observe you over a period of time while you learn and use various skills/tasks.
Ensure that you can consistently perform all tasks multiple times
satisfactorily. Decide when you are competent at all tasks.

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You are required to do the following.
You must answer all verbal questions.
You can ask your assessor for further clarification of any question, if necessary.
Provide all necessary information when answering questions.
Your assessor will submit results of your practical demonstration tasks via the LMS.
Assessment – Scenario
The assessment must be written using an industry standard software package such as Microsoft Word,
Excel, PowerPoint, etc.
Name the file using the assessment task number and then save your file.
Ensure your submission identifies the unit code and title, the assessment task number and the name of
the assessment at the top of the page. Alternatively, you may place this information in the document
header.
Add your name and student number to the header or footer on every page.
Assessment – Role-Play
The assessment may require you to undertake a series of role-plays to demonstrate your ability to perform
a role-play exercise. A role-play exercise is an assessment activity in which candidates act out an imaginary
scenario that closely mirrors a situation that could occur in the unit of competency.
Any written component of the assessment must be written using an industry standard software
package such as Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.
Name the file using the assessment task number and then save your file.
Ensure your submission identifies the unit code and title, the assessment task number and the name of
the assessment at the top of the page. Alternatively, you may place this information in the document
header.
Add your name and student number to the header or footer on every page.
Assessment – Evaluation of a Third-party report (Only applicable for students with a suitable workplace
and job role. Please discuss with your assessor)
Third-party supervisor/assessor report
The supervisor (in the workplace) or the assessor (in a simulated training environment) will complete
this checklist to verify the learner’s application of skills and knowledge in the workplace or simulated
training environment.
Observations will be conducted over a period of time to ensure consistent performance of the learner
of all criteria to be achieved on multiple occasions.
The supervisor/assessor will submit the completed checklist as supporting evidence of the learner’s
performance in the workplace or simulated training environment.
The learner is required to sign this document once completed by the supervisor/assessor.

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ASSESSMENT INFORMATION
The assessment tasks for SITXWHS003 Implement and monitor work health and safety practices are
included in this Student Assessment Tasks booklet and outlined in the assessment plan below.
To be assessed as competent for this unit, you must complete all of the assessment tasks satisfactorily.
Assessment Plan
Assessment Task Overview
1. Written questions You must correctly answer all questions.
2. Project Tasks 1-11
Complete a risk assessment.
Implement and monitor adherence to workplace health and safety
procedures.
Coordinate consultative processes.
Coordinate WHS training and the maintenance of records.
Demonstrate management practices that must be implemented for
compliance with WHS
Assessment Preparation
Please read through this assessment thoroughly before beginning any tasks. Ask your assessor for
clarification if you have any questions at all.
If submitting electronically
When you have read and understood this unit’s assessment tasks, print out the Student Assessment
Agreement. Fill it out, sign it, and hand it to your assessor, who will countersign it and then keep it on file.
Keep a copy of all of your work, as the work submitted to your assessor will not be returned to you.
Assessment appeals
If you do not agree with an assessment decision, you can make an assessment appeal as per your RTO’s
assessment appeals process.
You have the right to appeal the outcome of assessment decisions if they feel they have been dealt with
unfairly or have other appropriate grounds for an appeal.

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Naming electronic documents
It is important that you name the documents that you create for this Assessment Task in a logical manner.
Each should include:
 Course identification code
 Assessment Task number
 Document title (if appropriate)
 Student name
 Date it was created
For example, BSBINN502 AT2 Briefing Report Joan Smith 20/10/19
Alternatively, populate the space below in blue or black pen

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ASSESSMENT INSTRUCTIONS
Each assessment task in this booklet consists of the following:
Assessment Task Cover Sheet
This must be filled out, signed and submitted together with your assessment responses.
If you are submitting hardcopy, the Cover Sheet should be the first page of each task’s submission.
If you are submitting electronically, print out the cover sheet, fill it out and sign it, then scan this and submit
the file.
The Assessment Task Cover Sheet will be returned to you with the outcome of the assessment, which will
be satisfactory (S) or unsatisfactory (U). If your work has been assessed as being not satisfactory, your
assessor will include written feedback in the Assessment Task Cover Sheet giving reasons why. Your
assessor will also discuss this verbally with you and provide advice on re-assessment opportunities as per
your RTO’s re-assessment policy.
Depending on the task, this may include
 resubmitting incorrect answers to questions (such as short answer questions and case studies)
 resubmitting part or all of a project, depending on how the error impacts on the total outcome of the task
 redoing a role play after being provided with appropriate feedback about your performance
 being observed a second (or third time) undertaking any tasks/activities that were not satisfactorily
completed the first time, after being provided with appropriate feedback.
Assessment Task Information
This gives you:
 a summary of the assessment task
 information on the resources to be used
 submission requirements
 re-submission opportunities if required
Assessment Task Instructions
These give questions to answer or tasks which are to be completed.
Your answers need to be typed up using software as indicated in the Assessment Task Instructions.
Copy and paste each task’s instructions into a new document and use this as the basis for your assessment
task submission. Include this document’s header and footer.
If you are submitting electronically, give the document a file name that includes the unit identification
number, the task number, your name and the date.
Checklist
This will be used by your assessor to mark your assessment. Read through this as part of your preparation
before beginning the assessment task. It will give you a good idea of what your assessor will be looking for
when marking your responses.

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STUDENT ASSESSMENT AGREEMENT
Make sure you read through the assessments in this booklet before you fill out and sign the agreement
below. If there is anything that you are unsure of, consult your assessor prior to signing this agreement.
Have you read the assessment requirements for this unit?  Yes  No
Do you understand the requirements of the assessments for this unit?  Yes  No
Do you agree to the way in which you are being assessed?  Yes  No
Do you have any specific needs that should be considered?  No  Yes
If so, explain these in the space below.
Do you understand your rights to re-assessment?  Yes  No
Do you understand your right to appeal the decisions made in an assessment?  Yes  No
Student name
Student number
Student signature
Start date
Assessor name

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ASSESSMENT TASK 1 COVER SHEET
Student Declaration
To be filled out and submitted with assessment responses
 I declare that this task is all my own work and I have not cheated or plagiarised the work or colluded
with any other student(s).
 I understand that if I am found to have plagiarised, cheated or colluded, action will be taken against me
according to the process explained to me.
 I have correctly referenced all resources and reference texts throughout these assessment tasks.
Student name
Student ID number
Student signature
Assessor declaration
 I hereby certify that this student has been assessed by me and that the assessment has been carried
out according to the required assessment procedures.
Assessor name
Assessor signature
Assessment outcome S NS DNS Resubmission Y N
Feedback (If required)
A copy of this page must be supplied to the office and kept in the student’s file with the evidence.

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ASSESSMENT TASK 1: WRITTEN QUESTIONS
Task summary
This is an open book test, to be completed in the classroom.
A time limit of 1 hour to answer the questions is provided.
You need to answer all of the written questions correctly.
Your answers must be word processed and sent to the assessor as an email attachment.
Alternatively, populate the space below with blue or black pen.
Required
 Access to textbooks and other learning materials
 Computer with Microsoft Office and internet access
Timing
Your assessor will advise you of the due date of this assessment.
Submit
 Answers to all questions
Assessment criteria
All questions must be answered correctly in order for you to be assessed as having completed the task
satisfactorily.
Re-submission opportunities
You will be provided feedback on their performance by the Assessor. The feedback will indicate if you have
satisfactorily addressed the requirements of each part of this task.
If any parts of the task are not satisfactorily completed, the assessor will explain why, and provide you
written feedback along with guidance on what you must undertake to demonstrate satisfactory
performance. Re- assessment attempt(s) will be arranged at a later time and date.
You have the right to appeal the outcome of assessment decisions if you feel that you have been dealt with
unfairly or have other appropriate grounds for an appeal.
You are encouraged to consult with the assessor prior to attempting this task if you do not understand any
part of this task or if you have any learning issues or needs that may hinder you when attempting any part
of the assessment.