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.
Elements describe the essential outcomes. | Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the range of conditions. |
1. | Identify waste audit objectives. | 1.1. | Waste audit objectives are identified in consultation with client. |
| 1.2. | Waste audit objectives are reviewed to ensure that they are realistic and achievable, and modified as required in consultation with client. |
| 1.3. | Waste audit objectives are documented and confirmed with client according to organisational and compliance requirements. |
2. | Scope waste audit site. | 2.1. | Information relating to site and client operations is obtained from relevant personnel to formulate audit methodology. |
| 2.2 | Waste generation site is assessed to identify waste characteristics, and disposal and recovery routes. |
| 2.3. | Waste generation site hazards and risks are identified and reported to relevant personnel. |
3. | Develop waste audit plan. | 3.1. | Waste audit is planned in order to obtain valid and representative data of waste activity in a manner that causes minimal disruption to the client. |
| 3.2. | Client, personnel, sampling and equipment requirements necessary to audit methodology are identified. |
| 3.3. | Waste audit plan is developed according to organisational requirements. |
| 3.4. | Full support and written authorisation to proceed with waste audit are obtained from client according to organisational and compliance requirements. |
| 3.5. | Waste management survey guidelines are followed, according to client confidentiality arrangements, organisational and compliance requirements. |
| 3.6. | Waste audit plan is documented according to organisational and compliance requirements. |
A person demonstrating competency in this unit must satisfy the requirements of the elements, performance criteria, foundation skills and range of conditions of this unit.
The person must also plan waste audits for two different clients.
While planning waste audits, the person must:
consult with clients to identify and obtain support for waste audit objectives and processes
formulate an audit methodology based on information collected relating to the site and client operations
assess the waste generation site to identify waste characteristics, disposal and recovery routes
identify client, personnel, sampling and equipment requirements necessary to the audit methodology
develop a documented waste audit plan, as specified in the range of conditions
develop a survey which follows waste management survey guidelines and complies with client confidentiality requirements
follow organisational procedures to work safely and comply with regulatory and legal requirements.
A person demonstrating competency in this unit must demonstrate knowledge of:
classifications of waste
hazards and risks associated with waste including hazardous substances and dangerous goods
organisational policies and procedures and regulatory and legal requirements relating to waste audits
waste audit planning techniques, including:
analysing waste practices
outlining possible benefits and outcomes from conducting a waste audit
incorporating standard audit requirements and procedures
incorporating nature and significance of waste minimisation hierarchy
incorporating types of client waste management surveys and their uses
using most effective auditing methods to meet client needs
conducting site scoping
estimating resource needs
identifying hazards and risks safely and efficiently
waste audit processes, including:
available reprocessing options
material densities
nature and significance of waste minimisation hierarchy
potential hazards and risks
sampling and recording techniques
visual assessment procedures
waste containment methods
waste disposal and recovery methods
waste non-conformances
waste resource recovery and management options
waste types, streams and characteristics.
The following must be present and available to learners during assessment activities:
equipment:
computer and relevant software to prepare a waste audit plan
personal protective equipment (PPE), as specified by organisational requirements
relationships with team members and supervisor:
working in a team.
Timeframe:
as specified by organisational requirements.
Assessor requirements
As a minimum, assessors must satisfy the assessor requirements in the Standards for Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) current at the time of assessment.