Assessor Resource

CPPCLO2018
Sort, remove and recycle waste material

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to sort and remove waste and recyclable materials in a range of workplace contexts.

This unit applies to cleaning personnel who sort, remove and recycle waste material. It includes the ability to assess the task, identify types of waste and recyclable materials, identify the safety specifications and procedures of the task, understand client requirements and apply company policies and procedures.

It applies to individuals who perform their duties alone or in a team environment, under routine supervision and without supervisory responsibilities.

No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.

You may want to include more information here about the target group and the purpose of the assessments (eg formative, summative, recognition)


Evidence Required

List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.

ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1.

Identify job requirements.

1.1

Review work order and work area to identify sorting requirements for waste and recyclable material.

1.2

Identify types of waste and recyclables to be sorted and removed.

1.3

Assess workplace hazards and work restrictions affecting completion of work order.

1.4

Communicate and clarify issues with supervisor, team member or client.

1.5

Refer to Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and follow safe work methods.

1.6

Position safety signage and barriers to control hazards.

2.

Sort, remove and recycle waste.

2.1

Select, check and use personal protective equipment (PPE).

2.2

Select cleaning and waste removal equipment and inspect prior to use to ensure safety.

2.3

Identify, separate and sort recyclable materials.

2.4

Safely sort materials and remove waste to waste carrier.

3.

Tidy work site.

3.1

Dispose of collected soil and waste in accordance with workplace procedures.

3.2

Tidy work area.

3.3

Spot-clean rubbish bins and surrounds in accordance with workplace hygiene standards.

3.4

Replace soiled rubbish bin liners.

4.

Complete task.

4.1

Safely store equipment and PPE, as required by workplace standards.

4.2

Check equipment for damage and wear before storing.

4.3

Safely store equipment, chemicals, and PPE to allow ready-to-use access.

4.4

Report malfunctions, faults, wear or damage to cleaning equipment and environs to supervisor.

4.5

Complete workplace cleaning schedule.

A person must demonstrate the ability to:

properly use personal protective equipment (PPE); and

sort and remove waste and recyclable materials in two different workplace contexts.

Performance must include:

selecting, using, and maintaining personal protective equipment (PPE);

manual handling techniques;

communicating effectively with supervisor or clients;

understanding, clarifying, and following supervisor or client instructions;

disposing of collected waste; and

recycling materials

A person demonstrating competency in this unit must identify:

procedures to safely Identify, separate and sort and remove recyclable materials

industry-standard equipment such as, waste bins, rubbish bags, cleaning solutions and disinfecting products.

workplace requirements for undertaking all aspects of waste removal and recyclable materials including:

key workplace health and safety, hygiene and environmental regulations

use of safety data sheets (SDS) and selection, care and use of PPE

safe handling and usage of cleaning equipment and cleaning agents

Manual handling techniques for moving waste and recyclable materials

methods for communicating and clarifying work requirements with supervisors and clients; verbally, in person or via phone, via electronic medium such as text and email, electronic or written reports

workplace procedures for:

health and safety, hygiene and environmental care

communicating and clarifying work requirements with supervisor, team members or client

notifying supervisor, team members or client of work completion; verbal communication in person or by phone, written communication including hard copy cleaning schedules, text or electronic form

use and care of equipment; including checking electrical safety tags to ensure safe use of equipment

tidying work areas, disposing of soil and waste, cleaning equipment and PPE, and storing equipment and chemicals

reporting incidents; accidents and injury, damage to or breakages in the cleaning area or cleaning equipment, theft and threats to personal security

As a minimum, assessors must satisfy the requirements for assessors in applicable vocational education and training legislation, frameworks and/or standards.

Assessment of performance must be undertaken in the workplace and/or under realistic workplace conditions which reflect:

the use of industry-standard equipment such as, waste bins, rubbish bags, cleaning solutions and disinfecting products.

performing tasks/activities to the level of proficiency and within timelines that would be expected in a workplace; and

following standard and authorised work practices, safety requirements and environmental constraints.

Assessors are responsible for ensuring that candidates have access to:

appropriate documents, materials, tools equipment and personal protective equipment currently used in industry;

legislation and regulations; and

workplace policies and procedures.

Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

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ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1.

Identify job requirements.

1.1

Review work order and work area to identify sorting requirements for waste and recyclable material.

1.2

Identify types of waste and recyclables to be sorted and removed.

1.3

Assess workplace hazards and work restrictions affecting completion of work order.

1.4

Communicate and clarify issues with supervisor, team member or client.

1.5

Refer to Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and follow safe work methods.

1.6

Position safety signage and barriers to control hazards.

2.

Sort, remove and recycle waste.

2.1

Select, check and use personal protective equipment (PPE).

2.2

Select cleaning and waste removal equipment and inspect prior to use to ensure safety.

2.3

Identify, separate and sort recyclable materials.

2.4

Safely sort materials and remove waste to waste carrier.

3.

Tidy work site.

3.1

Dispose of collected soil and waste in accordance with workplace procedures.

3.2

Tidy work area.

3.3

Spot-clean rubbish bins and surrounds in accordance with workplace hygiene standards.

3.4

Replace soiled rubbish bin liners.

4.

Complete task.

4.1

Safely store equipment and PPE, as required by workplace standards.

4.2

Check equipment for damage and wear before storing.

4.3

Safely store equipment, chemicals, and PPE to allow ready-to-use access.

4.4

Report malfunctions, faults, wear or damage to cleaning equipment and environs to supervisor.

4.5

Complete workplace cleaning schedule.

Not Applicable

A person must demonstrate the ability to:

properly use personal protective equipment (PPE); and

sort and remove waste and recyclable materials in two different workplace contexts.

Performance must include:

selecting, using, and maintaining personal protective equipment (PPE);

manual handling techniques;

communicating effectively with supervisor or clients;

understanding, clarifying, and following supervisor or client instructions;

disposing of collected waste; and

recycling materials

A person demonstrating competency in this unit must identify:

procedures to safely Identify, separate and sort and remove recyclable materials

industry-standard equipment such as, waste bins, rubbish bags, cleaning solutions and disinfecting products.

workplace requirements for undertaking all aspects of waste removal and recyclable materials including:

key workplace health and safety, hygiene and environmental regulations

use of safety data sheets (SDS) and selection, care and use of PPE

safe handling and usage of cleaning equipment and cleaning agents

Manual handling techniques for moving waste and recyclable materials

methods for communicating and clarifying work requirements with supervisors and clients; verbally, in person or via phone, via electronic medium such as text and email, electronic or written reports

workplace procedures for:

health and safety, hygiene and environmental care

communicating and clarifying work requirements with supervisor, team members or client

notifying supervisor, team members or client of work completion; verbal communication in person or by phone, written communication including hard copy cleaning schedules, text or electronic form

use and care of equipment; including checking electrical safety tags to ensure safe use of equipment

tidying work areas, disposing of soil and waste, cleaning equipment and PPE, and storing equipment and chemicals

reporting incidents; accidents and injury, damage to or breakages in the cleaning area or cleaning equipment, theft and threats to personal security

As a minimum, assessors must satisfy the requirements for assessors in applicable vocational education and training legislation, frameworks and/or standards.

Assessment of performance must be undertaken in the workplace and/or under realistic workplace conditions which reflect:

the use of industry-standard equipment such as, waste bins, rubbish bags, cleaning solutions and disinfecting products.

performing tasks/activities to the level of proficiency and within timelines that would be expected in a workplace; and

following standard and authorised work practices, safety requirements and environmental constraints.

Assessors are responsible for ensuring that candidates have access to:

appropriate documents, materials, tools equipment and personal protective equipment currently used in industry;

legislation and regulations; and

workplace policies and procedures.
Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Review work order and work area to identify sorting requirements for waste and recyclable material. 
Identify types of waste and recyclables to be sorted and removed. 
Assess workplace hazards and work restrictions affecting completion of work order. 
Communicate and clarify issues with supervisor, team member or client. 
Refer to Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and follow safe work methods. 
Position safety signage and barriers to control hazards. 
Select, check and use personal protective equipment (PPE). 
Select cleaning and waste removal equipment and inspect prior to use to ensure safety. 
Identify, separate and sort recyclable materials. 
Safely sort materials and remove waste to waste carrier. 
Dispose of collected soil and waste in accordance with workplace procedures. 
Tidy work area. 
Spot-clean rubbish bins and surrounds in accordance with workplace hygiene standards. 
Replace soiled rubbish bin liners. 
Safely store equipment and PPE, as required by workplace standards. 
Check equipment for damage and wear before storing. 
Safely store equipment, chemicals, and PPE to allow ready-to-use access. 
Report malfunctions, faults, wear or damage to cleaning equipment and environs to supervisor. 
Complete workplace cleaning schedule. 

Forms

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