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The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.

Overview of assessment

This unit of competency could be assessed by analysing and monitoring effective sustainable work practices on a construction project work site.

This unit of competency can be assessed in the workplace or a close simulation of the workplace environment, provided that simulated or project-based assessment techniques fully replicate construction workplace conditions, materials, activities, responsibilities and procedures.

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

A person who demonstrates competency in this unit must be able to provide evidence of the ability to:

implement and monitor integrated environmental and resource efficiency management policies and procedures within a work site, including:

access, collect, analyse and organise information from a number of sources to provide information, advice and tools or resources for improvement opportunities to stakeholders and key personnel

identify possible areas for improved practices and resource efficiency for stakeholders

communicate benefits of changing practices to work team and customers

implement new approaches and improvement plans, including planning and organising activities for staff and stakeholders in relation to:

measurement of current use

devising strategies to improve environmental and resource efficiency issues

reporting as required ensuring appropriate action is taken within work site in relation to environmental and sustainability compliance and potential hazards

monitor and evaluate improvement plans and efficiency targets, using evaluation and monitoring tools and technology to potentially revise and adjust approaches and strategies to ensure continuous improvement.

Evidence that could be used, reflecting the requirements of the unit of competency and work being performed as evidence, include:

reports of activities of work group in relation to:

measurement of resources and efficiency

development of improvement strategies

work plans outlining approaches to improved practices, with documented benchmarks

invoices from stakeholders specifying materials recommended for improved efficiency and those actually used

quotes and tenders

lists of environmental hazards, risks and inefficiencies, and opportunities for improvements identified in the work site

work samples, tools, techniques or simulated activities and the outcomes.

Processes may include:

relevant authenticated correspondence

way in which advice is sought and suggestions made about improvements from stakeholders and key personnel

evidence of implementation of programs, such as:

green building program

supply chain program for purchasing sustainable products

environmental site management framework or product recommendations

notes on understanding external benchmarks and support for particular benchmarks to be used, with expected outcomes and including approaches to recommend products and practices to stakeholders for improving their resource use.

Resource implications for assessment must include:

observation by the assessor over a period of time and in a range of situations and/or evidence provided to the assessor in written or verbal form, including:

implementing tools and techniques

review of work site and stakeholders/key personnel to assess and measure resource use, hazards and compliance

application of learning to future activities

recommended products and practices to stakeholders

access to a range of information and resources for assessment as listed in the range statement, such as:

environmental and sustainability legislation

compliance documentation

organisational and procedural requirements or organisation plans

work supervision and work site documentation, including personnel and responsibilities

quotes, tenders, invoices.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

This competency is to be assessed using standard and authorised work practices, safety requirements and environmental constraints.

Assessment of essential underpinning knowledge will usually be conducted in an off-site context.

Assessment is to comply with relevant regulatory or Australian standards' requirements.

Resource implications for assessment include:

an induction procedure and requirement

realistic tasks or simulated tasks covering the mandatory task requirements

relevant specifications and work instructions

support materials appropriate to activity

workplace instructions relating to safe work practices and addressing hazards and emergencies

material safety data sheets

research resources, including industry-related systems information.

Reasonable adjustments for people with disabilities must be made to assessment processes where required. This could include access to modified equipment and other physical resources, and the provision of appropriate assessment support.

Method of assessment

Assessment methods must:

satisfy the endorsed Assessment Guidelines of the Construction, Plumbing and Services Training Package

include direct observation of tasks in real or simulated work conditions, with questioning to confirm the ability to consistently identify and correctly interpret the essential underpinning knowledge required for practical application

reinforce the integration of employability skills with workplace tasks and job roles

confirm that competency is verified and able to be transferred to other circumstances and environments.

Validity and sufficiency of evidence requires that:

competency will need to be demonstrated over a period of time reflecting the scope of the role and the practical requirements of the workplace

where the assessment is part of a structured learning experience the evidence collected must relate to a number of performances assessed at different points in time and separated by further learning and practice, with a decision on competency only taken at the point when the assessor has complete confidence in the person's demonstrated ability and applied knowledge

all assessment that is part of a structured learning experience must include a combination of direct, indirect and supplementary evidence.

Assessment processes and techniques should as far as is practical take into account the language, literacy and numeracy capacity of the candidate in relation to the competency being assessed.

Supplementary evidence of competency may be obtained from relevant authenticated documentation from third parties, such as existing supervisors, team leaders or specialist training staff.

Required skills

Required skills for this unit are:

ability to source/identify the latest industry environmental sustainability concepts and technologies

applying learning to future opportunities

change management skills

communication skills to:

answer questions

clarify and acknowledge suggestions relating to work requirements and environmental efficiency with stakeholders

enable clear and direct communication, using questioning to identify and confirm requirements, share information, listen and understand

read and interpret:

documentation

environmental and resource efficiency requirements

support information flow between various internal and external stakeholders to resolve and report on environmental and resource efficiency issues

use and interpret non-verbal communication

use language and concepts appropriate to cultural differences

creating tools to measure and monitor improvements and report on outcomes to stakeholders

innovation skills to identify improvements, apply knowledge about resource use to organisational activities and customer service, and develop resource efficiency tools

numeracy skills to analyse data on company and stakeholder resource consumption and waste product volumes

problem solving skills to recognise and analyse problems, including:

devising approaches

implementing and reflecting on environmental and water, energy or resource efficiency management policies and procedures relevant to work site to improve environmental sustainability

share alternative approaches as required

skills to relate to different genders and people from a range of social, cultural and ethnic backgrounds and with a range of physical and mental abilities

technology skills, including the ability to:

operate and shut down equipment

where relevant, use software systems for recording and filing documentation for measurement and improvement of resource usage and consumption.

Required knowledge

Required knowledge for this unit is:

how tradespersons can contribute to environmental sustainability

knowledge of compliance requirements for all relevant environmental and sustainability legislation, regulations and codes of practice including resource hazards and risks associated with work site:

supervision

job specifications

strategies and procedures to maximise opportunities and minimise impacts relevant to stakeholders and personal area of responsibility

relevant knowledge of environmental, resource and energy/water efficiency issues, systems and procedures specific to industry practice

knowledge of best practice approaches and quality assurance systems relevant to area of responsibility and industry

ability to identify and advise on water/energy efficiency opportunities for stakeholders and key personnel

supply chain procedures

OHS issues and requirements

organisational structure and reporting channels and procedures

terms and conditions of employment, including policies and procedures, such as:

daily tasks

equal opportunity

work area responsibilities

worker, supervisor and employer rights.

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.

Compliance includes:

meeting relevant Acts, laws, by-laws and regulations, codes of practice or best practice to support compliance in environmental performance and sustainability at each level as required (such as Environmental Protection, Biodiversity Conservation Act and Building Code of Australia)

levels include:

federal

industry

international

local government

organisation

reporting breaches

state and territory.

Environmental and resource efficiency includes:

approaches of industry associations, such as:

Australian Building Greenhouse Rating

green plumbers

green purchasing

Housing Industry Association (HIA) GreenSmart

ISO 14001 Environmental Management Systems

lifecycle thinking

Master Builders Association of Victoria Green Living, Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED), or Green Building Council of Australia (GBCA) Green Star environmental rating system

National Australian Building Environmental Rating Scheme (NABERS)

product stewardship

supply chain management

Victoria Stormwater Management Guidelines of the Environment Protection Authority (EPA)

implementing and using alternative practices, procedures or materials to reduce or eliminate resource consumption on work site

recommendations to stakeholders, including:

addressing environmental and resource sustainability initiatives, such as an environmental framework, action plan, recommendations, surveys and audits with stakeholders and key personnel

efficient water use (e.g. rainwater tanks, grey water sprinkler systems or timers)

energy use (e.g. equipment/appliances installed; equipment, appliance and tool maintenance; transporting materials; heating and cooling; and building efficiency)

environmental site management

evaluating and implementing most appropriate waste treatment, including waste to landfill, recycling, re-use, recoverable resources and wastewater treatment through site management

improving resource, energy and water efficiency

including environmental performance in tender and quote specifications

initiating and maintaining appropriate work site procedures for operational energy consumption, including stationary and non-stationary (transport) energy

preventing and minimising risks and maximising opportunities on work site and for stakeholders

reducing emissions of greenhouse gases

reducing material usage

reducing stormwater pollution

reducing use of non-renewable resources

types of products and materials used

reference to standards, guidelines, industry association standards, codes of practice and best practice approaches such as:

federal government standards, including five-star rating for all new homes.

Stakeholders, key personnel and specialists (individuals and groups) both within and external to the organisation who have direct or indirect interest in the organisation's conduct, actions, products and services, include:

clients

employees at all levels of the organisation

government

investors

key personnel within the organisation

local community

specialists outside the organisation who may have particular technical expertise

suppliers

other organisations.

Purchasing strategies include:

influencing stakeholders to take up environmental sustainability approaches and products

researching and participating in programs, such as a supply chain program to purchase sustainable products (such as radial timber, sustainable timber, and low flow fittings and appliances).

Techniques and tools include:

accessing the skills of others as appropriate to the specific industry context

environmental site management plans

examination of invoices from suppliers

examination of relevant information and data

integration of environmental and sustainability specifications in quotes and tenders

measurements made under different conditions

recommendation of sustainable products and practices to stakeholders.

Suggestions include:

eliminating the use of hazardous and toxic materials

expressing green purchasing power through using and recommending a selection of suppliers with improved environmental performance (e.g. green power, lifecycle thinking, product stewardship, energy or water efficiency)

ideas that help to improve energy and water efficiency

making more efficient use of resources, materials, energy and water

maximising opportunities to use renewable, recyclable, reusable and recoverable resources (energy, water, materials, products and waste)

preventing and minimising risks and maximising opportunities, such as use of renewable energy such as solar or grey water, and other alternative forms of water, energy and resources

recommending and using alternative sustainable products, materials, procedures, practices and installation techniques

reducing emissions of greenhouse gases by reducing waste and transport

reducing the consumption of non-renewable resources, such as water, fuel, and materials

seeking alternative sources of water and energy or encouraging conservation.