Implement safe access systems in a radiation and contamination controlled environment

URN: COGN406
Business Sectors (Suites): Nuclear Decommissioning
Developed by: Cogent
Approved on: 2021

Overview

This standard covers the competence required to implement safe access systems in a radiation and contamination controlled environment where the candidate's responsibility is limited to working within detailed specifications and clearly defined procedures.

This standard deals with the following:

1. Implement safe access systems in a radiation/contamination controlled environment

During this work you must take account of the relevant worksite operational requirements, procedures and safe working practices AS THEY APPLY TO YOU.

The activity is likely to be undertaken by someone working in a  Nuclear Decommissioning environment.


Performance criteria

You must be able to:

P1 work safely at all times, complying with health and safety and other relevant regulations and guidelines
P2 set access controls to meet agreed and approved system procedures
P3 make sure that system records are accurate, up-to-date and complete and are stored correctly
P4 communicate system requirements and the responsibilities of individuals to the appropriate people
P5 review system operations regularly and forward suggestions for improvement to the appropriate people


Knowledge and Understanding

You need to know and understand:

K1 health and safety legislation, regulations and safe working practices and procedures
K2 the safety assessment methods and techniques
K3 Safe System of Work procedures and guidelines
K4 the principles of contamination and radiation control
K5 how to present information
K6 organisational information systems and procedures
K7 reporting lines and procedures


Scope/range

The following terms have a specific meaning in this standard:

Review
• Analysis
• Provision of feedback


Scope Performance


Scope Knowledge


Values


Behaviours


Skills


Glossary


Links To Other NOS


External Links


Version Number

2

Indicative Review Date

2026

Validity

Current

Status

Original

Originating Organisation

Cogent

Original URN

N406

Relevant Occupations

Engineering, Engineering and Manufacturing Technologies, Engineering Professionals, Professional Occupations

SOC Code

8133

Keywords

review, analysis, feedback