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 observation of practical demonstration in the workplace or in a simulated environment of carrying out a waste audit.

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 required skills and knowledge specified in this unit.

In particular the person should demonstrate the ability to:

identify, sort, measure and record waste

identify unanticipated waste

conduct an accurate and valid waste audit

observe OHS requirements.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment of essential underpinning knowledge may be conducted in an off-site context. It is to comply with relevant regulatory or Australian standards’ requirements.

Resource implications for assessment include:

client audit requirements for workplace portfolio case studies, if required

work plans and approved specifications

results of sampling

forms and procedures manuals

surveys and reports.

Method of assessment

The process of carrying out a waste audit must meet the objectives of the client and comply with industry expectations in the particular client environment. If the environment is narrowly defined or is not representative of industry needs, it may be necessary to refer to portfolio case studies to assess competency in audit of waste.

Assessment methods must:

satisfy the endorsed Assessment Guidelines of the Property 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.

Guidance information for assessment

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.

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.

This unit could be assessed on its own or in combination with other units relevant to the job function, for example:

CPPWMT4001A Plan waste audits

CPPWMT4003A Review, evaluate and document waste assessment findings.

Required skills

analytical skills to:

identify hazards and risks safely and efficiently

identify waste types and waste non-conformances

interpret audit plan

source, organise and apply information

use recording equipment

use photographic equipment

use PPE

interpersonal skills to work in a team environment in a range of waste management activities

oral communication skills to:

request advice or further information

listen, liaise and consult

follow instructions

reading skills to interpret:

maps

plans

documents

work requirements and material safety data sheets (MSDS)

self-management skills to:

conduct work practices safely and efficiently

apply accuracy and attention to detail

apply decision making

comply with OHS standards

organise work methodically

use applicable information technology

written communication skills to:

write reports

develop documentation

develop surveys

Required knowledge

environmental management relating to:

waste types, streams and characteristics

resource recovery options

OHS requirements relating to:

OHS hierarchy of control

potential hazards and risks in a waste management environment

identification of:

waste non-conformances

unanticipated waste

waste non-conformance procedures

waste containment

waste disposal and recovery routes

waste audit processes, including:

interpreting waste audit plans

understanding benefits and outcomes from conducting a waste audit

visual assessment procedures

available reprocessing options

material densities

sampling and recording techniques

nature and significance of waste minimisation hierarchy

potential hazards and risks

service requirements for waste audits, including:

duty of care in provision of service

legislation, regulations and codes of practice applicable to specific waste management functions

organisational pricing schedules

organisational requirements and structure, including workplace communication channels and procedures

waste management hierarchy

waste management options

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.

Audit plan may include:

collection of photographic evidence

measurement and recording requirements

OHS requirements

personnel and equipment requirements, including PPE

sample requirements

site contacts

site requirements.

Equipment required may include:

absorbent material

bunding equipment

camera

collection containers

lifting gear

measurement equipment

PPE

reference manuals

safety barriers and warning signs

sample bench

scales.

Details relating to access to site and site requirements include:

access and egress points

OHS requirements and noise control

PPE

security clearances

time of access

union requirements

work permits.

Site may include:

business premises

landfill site

local government area

plant

factory

waste processing plant.

Emergency and personal protective equipment must include:

communications equipment

eye protection, such as goggles and protective glasses

eyewash kit

fire extinguishers

first aid kit

footwear

gloves

overalls and protective clothing.

Emergency and personal protective equipment could also include:

breathing apparatus

emergency procedure guides

face shields or masks

hard hats

hearing protection

MSDS

spill kit.

Personal protective equipmentmust be:

cleaned and fitted according to organisational requirements, manufacturer specifications and OHS requirements

worn when required according to organisational requirements

stored according to organisational requirements.

Manufacturer specifications are found in:

equipment specifications

operator manuals.

Organisational requirements may include information found in:

briefing papers

job sheets

letters

memos

operations manuals

policy and procedures documents

quality assurance documents

site development plans

tender and contract documents

training materials

verbal or written instructions

work procedures.

Potential job requirement hazards and risks include:

contamination

dust

fire

gases and fumes

hazardous waste (e.g. sharps)

inadequately contained waste

injuries resulting from manual handling and repetitive work

other vehicles and equipment

projectiles

spark-producing equipment

weather.

Audit material may include:

samples

waste management survey responses

work documents.

Relevant personnel may include:

client

householder

management

waste generator’s personnel.

Audit activity details should include:

accidents and injuries

date

equipment used

location

results and findings

time

waste disposal.