MSMWHS401 — Assess risk

1 Identify hazards and potential operability problems

• 1.1Contribute to the compiling of a system description of all the machinery, equipment, operations, products and materials relevant to the everyday working procedures of the facility
• 1.2Contribute to the compiling of a checklist containing process parameters (primary key words) and guide words (secondary key words) relevant to the system
• 1.3Identify hazards, existing control measures and potential operability problems or breakdowns in control measures using the compiled system descriptions and the checklist

2 Assess impact of risk and determine alternative strategies

• 2.1Screen for causes of deviations and establish consequences
• 2.2Determine alternative strategies for action in relation to each deviation within the range of competency and responsibility
• 2.3Review, clarify and/or analyse risk information to determine its relevance and reliability depending upon the task assigned, level of competency and area of responsibility

3 Assess risk information against established risk criteria in risk management plan

• 3.1Check risk acceptance criteria for any changes over past period
• 3.2Compare risk information against risk acceptance criteria and procedures to assess acceptability of risk
• 3.3Liaise with other internal departments to assess impact on business, if applicable
• 3.4Document findings according to company policies and procedures

4 Develop a risk register

• 4.1Develop a risk assessment chart for each system studied containing deviation, cause, consequence, control measures and action
• 4.2Develop action plan for implementation of control measures, including any changes to procedures
• 4.3Establish or review the procedures by consulting relevant/different work groups.
• 4.4Inform relevant work groups of any changes and implement, within area of responsibility, changes in the procedures
• 4.5Monitor effectiveness of the control measures, including revised procedures

5 Establish and maintain procedures for identifying hazards, and assessing and controlling risk

• 5.1Identify and develop procedures for routine hazard identification, assessment and control of risks
• 5.2Address identification of all hazards at the planning, design and evaluation stages of any changes in the workplace to ensure that new hazards are not created by the proposed changes
• 5.3Develop and maintain procedures for selection and implementation of risk control measures in accordance with the hierarchy of control
• 5.4Identify inadequacies in existing risk control measures in accordance with the hierarchy of control and, within area of responsibility, promptly provide resources enabling implementation of new measures

What does an assessment tool for MSMWHS401 need to cover?

To satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence, an assessment for MSMWHS401 needs to address all 30 unit components: 5 elements with 19 performance criteria, 7 performance evidence requirements, 4 knowledge evidence requirements, and the foundation skills. A coverage matrix mapping each question and task to these components is what an auditor looks for.

How does Auditori generate an assessment tool for MSMWHS401?

Auditori pulls the current release of MSMWHS401 from training.gov.au and generates a complete package: candidate assessment, assessor guide with model answers and observation criteria, and a coverage matrix mapping every component. A suitably qualified person then reviews and approves the draft in a built-in workflow — consistent with ASQA's guidance on AI use in VET — before export as branded PDF and editable Word.

Is the first assessment tool really free?

Yes. Every new account includes one free credit — enough to generate the complete assessment tool for MSMWHS401 — with no card and no subscription required. After that it's pay-as-you-go per unit.

Can I check my existing MSMWHS401 assessment instead of generating a new one?

Yes — upload your existing assessment or learner guide and Auditori maps it against every element, performance criterion, PE and KE of MSMWHS401, showing exactly what's covered and what's missing. Mapping costs a quarter of a credit.