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CPPWMT4027
Select and obtain waste management plant, equipment and materials

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Version 1.0
Issue Date: March 2024


This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to select and obtain waste management plant, equipment and materials to meet service requirements. The unit covers sourcing and obtaining plant, equipment and materials which are fit for purpose based on an assessment of performance characteristics, usage patterns and budget constraints. The unit also covers negotiating with suppliers relating to purchase, hire and leasing options, and maintaining industry relationships and supply networks.

The unit supports those who work in lead roles in a waste management team.

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

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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.

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 management services.

1.1.

Waste management services are identified in consultation withrelevant personnel according to organisational and compliance requirements.

1.2.

Types of plant, equipment and materials necessary to meet waste management services are identified according to organisational requirements.

2.

Organise plant, equipment and materials.

2.1.

Performance characteristics of plant, equipment and materials are assessed against required waste management services.

2.2.

Product specifications are assessed to ensure plant, equipment and materials are fit for purpose according to waste management service requirements.

2.3.

Purchase, hiring and leasing options for plant, equipment and materials are examined and selected to suit budget and usage patterns.

2.4.

Negotiations with suppliers are conducted to source and obtain required plant, equipment and materials according to organisational requirements.

2.5.

Plant, equipment and materials are maintained according to organisational and compliance requirements.

3.

Maintain industry relationships and supply networks.

3.1.

Business relationships with suppliers of plant, equipment and materials are maintained according to organisational requirements.

3.2

Up-to-date industry information on plant, equipment and materials is maintained according to organisational 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 select and obtain plant, equipment and materials to meet the waste management service requirements on two separate occasions.

While selecting and obtaining waste management plant, equipment and materials, the person must:

consult with relevant personnel to identify waste management service requirements

negotiate with suppliers regarding the purchase, hire or lease of plant, equipment and materials

source and obtain plant, equipment and materials which are fit for purpose and suit organisational budget and usage patterns based on an assessment of performance characteristics

maintain industry relationships and supply networks to access up-to-date information and ensure optimal stock levels are maintained

follow organisational procedures to work safely and comply with regulatory and legal requirements relating to procurement of plant, equipment and materials

record and report details of procurement activities using organisational proformas.

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, including contractual requirements, relating to purchasing, hiring and leasing waste management plant, equipment and materials

performance characteristics of plant, equipment and materials used for waste management, as specified in the range of conditions

types, and suppliers of plant, equipment and materials used to provide waste management services.

The following must be present and available to learners during assessment activities:

equipment:

computer and relevant software to complete work tasks

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.


Submission Requirements

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Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

Copy and paste from the following data to produce each assessment task. Write these in plain English and spell out how, when and where the task is to be carried out, under what conditions, and what resources are needed. Include guidelines about how well the candidate has to perform a task for it to be judged satisfactory.

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 management services.

1.1.

Waste management services are identified in consultation withrelevant personnel according to organisational and compliance requirements.

1.2.

Types of plant, equipment and materials necessary to meet waste management services are identified according to organisational requirements.

2.

Organise plant, equipment and materials.

2.1.

Performance characteristics of plant, equipment and materials are assessed against required waste management services.

2.2.

Product specifications are assessed to ensure plant, equipment and materials are fit for purpose according to waste management service requirements.

2.3.

Purchase, hiring and leasing options for plant, equipment and materials are examined and selected to suit budget and usage patterns.

2.4.

Negotiations with suppliers are conducted to source and obtain required plant, equipment and materials according to organisational requirements.

2.5.

Plant, equipment and materials are maintained according to organisational and compliance requirements.

3.

Maintain industry relationships and supply networks.

3.1.

Business relationships with suppliers of plant, equipment and materials are maintained according to organisational requirements.

3.2

Up-to-date industry information on plant, equipment and materials is maintained according to organisational requirements.

This section specifies work environments and conditions that may affect performance. Essential operating conditions that may be present (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) are included. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below.

Relevant personnel must include at least two of the following:

clients

staff

supervisors or team leaders

suppliers.

Compliance requirements must include:

commonwealth, state and territory legislation relating to selecting and obtaining waste management plant, equipment and materials, including:

environmental protection

hazardous substances and dangerous goods

industry codes

procurement

work health and safety

licensing requirements.

Performance characteristics must include at least three of the following:

compliance with legislative, regulatory and environmental policy

downtime and life expectancy

fitness for purpose

maintenance requirements

performance specifications

repair costs.

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 select and obtain plant, equipment and materials to meet the waste management service requirements on two separate occasions.

While selecting and obtaining waste management plant, equipment and materials, the person must:

consult with relevant personnel to identify waste management service requirements

negotiate with suppliers regarding the purchase, hire or lease of plant, equipment and materials

source and obtain plant, equipment and materials which are fit for purpose and suit organisational budget and usage patterns based on an assessment of performance characteristics

maintain industry relationships and supply networks to access up-to-date information and ensure optimal stock levels are maintained

follow organisational procedures to work safely and comply with regulatory and legal requirements relating to procurement of plant, equipment and materials

record and report details of procurement activities using organisational proformas.

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, including contractual requirements, relating to purchasing, hiring and leasing waste management plant, equipment and materials

performance characteristics of plant, equipment and materials used for waste management, as specified in the range of conditions

types, and suppliers of plant, equipment and materials used to provide waste management services.

The following must be present and available to learners during assessment activities:

equipment:

computer and relevant software to complete work tasks

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.

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
Waste management services are identified in consultation withrelevant personnel according to organisational and compliance requirements. 
Types of plant, equipment and materials necessary to meet waste management services are identified according to organisational requirements. 
Performance characteristics of plant, equipment and materials are assessed against required waste management services. 
Product specifications are assessed to ensure plant, equipment and materials are fit for purpose according to waste management service requirements. 
Purchase, hiring and leasing options for plant, equipment and materials are examined and selected to suit budget and usage patterns. 
Negotiations with suppliers are conducted to source and obtain required plant, equipment and materials according to organisational requirements. 
Plant, equipment and materials are maintained according to organisational and compliance requirements. 
Business relationships with suppliers of plant, equipment and materials are maintained according to organisational requirements. 
Up-to-date industry information on plant, equipment and materials is maintained according to organisational requirements. 

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