Student Assessment

ASSESSMENT TASK 1 – QUESTIONING

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Conditions of  The student will have access to the relevant learning resources, listed under
Assessment the learning resource of this document, for this assessment.
 Questions will be completed in the student’s own time.
 Responses to the questions must be typed.

Student Instructions  This task requires you to complete a written response knowledge assessment.
for completion  You are required to answer all questions correctly in Assessment Task 1 –
Questioning.
 The questions within this assessment relate directly to the integrated
knowledge contained within the unit of competencies and are fundamental to
the student’s knowledge and performance evidence. Use of correct grammar
and spelling is required to demonstrate foundation skills, so please ensure to
proofread your answers prior to submission.
 You may have up to three (3) attempts to receive a Satisfactory outcome for
this assessment.
 Failure to receive the Satisfactory outcome after the three (3) attempts, the
result for the unit will be deemed Not Yet Satisfactory, and you must re-enroll
and repeat the unit to be eligible to be assessed again.
 APA referencing must be used where original sources have been used. Do
not copy and paste text from any of the online sources. SCEI has a strict
plagiarism policy and students who are found guilty of plagiarism, will be
penalised.
 The written assessment standards (8.2) outlined in the PP77 Assessment
policy and procedure apply to this assessment task.

Explanation of the  List / identify / state / give/provide = present in brief form

common command  Outline = provide the main facts about something, more than naming, but not
words used in the a detailed description
Assessment Task  Describe = Provide full details of characteristics and/or features, more needed
than an outline or than a list
 Explain / Discuss = Provide a reasonable argument to discuss cause and
effect and/or make links between things clear in your own words
 Analyse = Identify parts, the relationship between them, and their
relationships with the whole. Draw out and relate implications
 Demonstrate = Present, show or illustrate through example or action

Assessment  You will be provided with a briefing on the assessment and the opportunity to

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Procedure seek clarification on the conduct of the assessment.

 You may seek clarification at any point in time during the assessment task. If
you feel you need more time to complete the assessment, you must negotiate
the time needed with the assessor prior to the assessment due date.
 Following the assessment, your responses will be assessed and marked as
appropriate. Where responses have been assessed in one (1) or more
questions as unsatisfactory, students will be required to resubmit these
questions. For more information, detailed information can be found in PP77
Assessment Policy and Procedure
Due Date  14 days after the unit completion date as outlined in the PP77 Assessment
Policy and Procedure.

Questions:

1. Identify three (3) things in the workplace that are designed to assist an early childhood educator to
follow workplace policies and procedures for safe work practices.
1. Work health and safety policies and procedures
2. Consultation with employees on health and safety matters
3. Hazard identification and workplace assessment

Work Health and Safety In Education and Care Services (2012). How to - Work health and safety approved.
Retrieved from
https://www.acecqa.gov.au/sites/default/files/2021-01/WorkHealthAndSafetyInEducationAndCareServices.P
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2. Briefly explain why it is important to identify existing and potential hazards in the workplace.

It is important to identify existing and potential hazards in the workplace to prevent workplace injuries and
illnesses improve the health, wellbeing, and capacity of your workers improve quality and productivity of
work.

Identify, assess and control hazards (2023). Importance of existing and potential hazards in the workplace.
Retrieved from
https://www.safeworkaustralia.gov.au/safety-topic/managing-health-and-safety/identify-assess-and-control-h
azards

3. Identify two (2) designated persons to whom you should report potential hazards in the workplace to:

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1. supervisor
2. health and safety representative or health and safety committee

SafeWork (2023). Health and safety reporting procedures. Retrieved from

https://www.safework.nsw.gov.au/safety-starts-here/easywhs/reporting/learn-more

4. Identify one (1) way in which you can record existing and potential hazards in the workplace.
Conduct regular worksite inspections. Walk through the worksite and visually assess the types of equipment,
work practices, and any potential hazards that could be harmful to workers.

Western Center for Agricultural Health and Safety (2019). Top 3 Ways to Identify Hazards in the Workplace.
Retrieved from https://aghealth.ucdavis.edu/news/top-3-ways-identify-hazards-workplace

5. Identify two (2) ways in which you would implement WHS procedures and / or work instructions in
the workplace to avoid musculoskeletal injuries such as back pain.
1. Use mechanical aids or get help to lift or carry a heavy load whenever possible.
2. Organise the work area to reduce the amount of bending, twisting and stretching required

Better Health Channel (2023). Workplace safety - manual handling injuries. Retrieved from
https://www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/health/healthyliving/workplace-safety-manual-handling-injuries

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6. Match the WHS procedure symbols identified in the table, with its correct meaning listed below. An
example has already been given.

● Gloves must be worn

● Flammable liquid sign
● Fire extinguisher position
● Emergency Exit
● Biohazard Waste
● First Aid kit position
● Electrical Hazard

Symbols Meaning

Gloves must be worn

Flammable liquid sign

Fire extinguisher position

Emergency Exit

Biohazard Waste

First Aid kit position

Electrical Hazard

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7. Identify four (4) safe housekeeping practices you should follow in the workplace.
1. Clean up spills immediately
2. Keep pathways and stairways clear
3. Use personal protective equipment (PPE)

Rubbermaid commercial (2023). 7 safe housekeeping practices hospitality brands should follow. Retrieved
from
https://www.rubbermaidcommercial.com.au/blog/hospitality/7-safe-housekeeping-practices-hospitality-brands-
should-follow/

8. Identify two (2) designated people that WHS issues are to be raised with.
Where there are HSRs, employees are to raise issues either with the HSR of their DWG or the relevant
employer representative. Whichever person is notified will then raise the issue with the other.

WorkSafe Victoria (2023). Resolution of health and safety issues. Retrieved from
https://www.worksafe.vic.gov.au/resolution-health-and-safety-issues

9. Briefly explain why participation in workplace safety meetings, inspections and consultative activities,
should be encouraged for all employees.
Involving your employees in health and safety issues can result in a safer workplace, and you should
encourage it. You get input on hazards, risks and solutions from people who understand and do the work.
Being involved in making decisions can give people a stronger commitment to implementing them.
Communicating on health and safety can also build co-operation and trust between employers and
employees.

WorkSafe Australia (2023). Consultation: Safety basics. Retrieved from

https://www.worksafe.vic.gov.au/consultation-safety-basics

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10. Identify two (2) ways an early childhood educator can contribute to the development and
implementation of safe workplace policies and procedures.
Give your employees the necessary information, instruction, training or supervision to enable them to do their
work in a way that is safe and without risks to health. Ensure that the conduct of your business does not
endanger other people (including volunteers, visitors and children).

WorkSafe Victoria (2023). Early childhood education and care: Safety basics. Retrieved from
https://www.worksafe.vic.gov.au/early-childhood-education-and-care-safety-basics

11. Identify three (3) ways you can maintain currency of safe work practices in regard to workplace
systems, equipment and processes.
1. Regularly carry out workplace inspections.
2. Ensure equipment and tools are safe to use, regularly serviced (if required) and maintained in good
working condition.
3. Provide workers with easy to understand information and training on how to do their job safely.

Government of South Australia (2023). Maintaining a safe workplace. Retrieved from

https://www.safework.sa.gov.au/resources/simple-steps-to-safety/maintaining-a-safe-workplace

12. Answer the following:

a. Identity six (6) State / Territory Legislation, in your current state, relevant to early childhood
education and care.
1. Children (Education and Care Services National Law Application) Act 2010
2. Education and Care Services National Law (Act) Act 2011
3. Education and Care Services (National Uniform Legislation) Act 2011
4. Education and Early Childhood Services (Registration and Standards) Act 2011
5. Education and Care Services National Law (Application) Act 2011
6. Education and Care Services National Law (Queensland) Act 2011

Australian Children's Education & Care Quality Authority (2023). National Law. Retrieved from
https://www.acecqa.gov.au/nqf/national-law-regulations/national-law

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b. Briefly explain the duty of care you have, as an early childhood educator, in the workplace.
As a departmental employee, you have a duty to take reasonable care for the safety and welfare of the
departmental school students in your charge. That duty is to take all reasonable action to protect students
from risks of harm that can be reasonably predicted.

A NSW Government website - Education (2023). Employee responsibility. Retrieved from

https://education.nsw.gov.au/rights-and-accountability/department-of-education-code-of-conduct/employee-re
sponsibility

c. Briefly explain how Infection Control procedures are followed in an Early Childhood
Education and Care Service.
Some strategies include: immunisation of children and staff, hand washing and appropriate use of gloves,
sanitisation and cleaning practices.

https://kidskinder.com.au/infection-control-procedures

13. Identify two (2) potential workplace hazards and provide an example for each that are relevant to an
early childhood education and care service.
1. Lifting and moving
In early childhood education and care settings, injuries can often come from tasks like lifting children,
moving heavy objects, and a lot of bending, twisting or reaching. Examples include lifting children on and off
change tables, and bending or squatting to their height.

2. Old, rickety, and/or rusty swing sets, slides, and other playground equipment can injure children by leading
to falls or dangerous lacerations and abrasions. A cut from rusty playground equipment can cause a
dangerous infection requiring hospitalization, or may leave a permanent scar.

Early childhood education and care: Safety basics (2023). Understand and control the risks in early childhood
education and care (ECEC) settings. Retrieved from worksafe.vic.gov.au

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14. Identify two (2) situations that would require a workplace emergency procedure.
1. Severe Weather (Tornadoes, Thunderstorms, Hail)
2. Hazardous Materials Accidents

Purdue University (2023). Purdue University. Types of Emergencies. Retrieved from purdue.edu

15. When working as an early childhood educator, identify two (2) organisational documents relevant to
WHS you would need to follow in the workplace
1. Enrollment information and input from families
2. Notes from meetings or conversations with children, families, staff colleagues and other professionals

Australian Children's Education & Care Quality Authority (2023). Guidelines for documenting children's
learning. Retrieved from aceca.gov.au

16. Match the emergency situations identified below, to the procedures listed in the table below.

● Fire in the laundry room

● Eye splashed with undiluted cleaning materials

● Staff member has slipped on water that had not been noticed

Emergency Situations Procedure

Staff member has slipped on water Contact Supervisor, tend to the staff member, contact emergency
that had not been noticed doctor, complete required reporting documentation

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Fire in the laundry room Sound the emergency whistle, follow the evacuation procedures,
contact emergency services, complete required reporting
documentation

Eye splashed with undiluted Wash with water immediately, report to supervisor and contact
cleaning materials emergency doctor, complete required reporting documentation

17. Read the scenario below and answer the questions which follow.

You have been working in an Early Childhood Education and Care Service for seven years. You have young
children and a partner who works long hours. Because of the recent shortage in staff, you have been asked
to work longer hours and are unable to take the leave owed to you. You are becoming more tired, moody
and work and feeling increasingly forgetful. Upon reflection, you are becoming more aware of the possible
consequences your tiredness and forgetfulness may have in the workplace.

a. Identify (2) possible consequences that your current negative feelings may have in regard to
your practice at the Early Childhood Education and Care Service.
1. The educator cannot perform his duty well.
2. Maybe the management will remove him from the team.

b. Identify the process you should follow to report levels of stress and fatigue you are feeling.
Employee should look after their own health and wellbeing at work. If they are experiencing stress, they
should talk to their manager as soon as they can.

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