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 discussion, relaying process audit requirements.

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 inputs, outputs, by-products of processes and compliance with OHS requirements

observe work processes for efficiency and effectiveness in waste management, waste minimisation and waste avoidance

identify, quantify and source waste to determine how and why it was generated.

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.

Method of assessment

Process audits must comply with the objectives of the client and as well as 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 the process 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 of competency relevant to the job function, for example:

CPPWMT4001A Plan waste audits

CPPWMT4002A Carry out waste audits

CPPWMT4003A Review, evaluate and document waste assessment findings.

Required skills

basic numeracy skills to:

estimate quantities

measure and calculate:

volumes

weights

material balances

time

interpersonal skills to:

assess client needs

coordinate activities

provide information in a team environment on a range of waste management issues

reading skills to interpret:

maps

plans

documents

work requirements and material safety data sheets (MSDS)

problem-solving skills to source, organise and apply information

self-management skills to:

conduct work practices safely and efficiently

apply accuracy and attention to detail

organise work methodically

use communications equipment (two-way radio, mobile phone)

use applicable information technology

use PPE

oral communication skills to:

ask questions

listen actively

consult

negotiate

provide information

follow instructions

written communication skills for:

audit processing

report writing

documentation

process audit technical skills to:

use recording equipment

use photographic equipment

use PPE

Required knowledge

environmental issues relating to:

life cycle of products: re-new, re-use and recycle

environmental regulations

renewable energy

identification of waste types, including:

streams, non-conformances and characteristics

unanticipated waste

OHS requirements relating to:

dangerous goods and hazardous substances

OHS hierarchy of control

potential hazards and risks relating to:

plant and equipment

emergency response procedures

resource recovery options relating to:

valuable resources within materials

potential resources to be recovered

range of waste management services, including:

client requirements

organisational requirements

industry standards

legal implications

problem-solving strategies

sources of waste management information

waste management options

waste management hierarchy

waste minimisation strategies

waste audit processes, including:

common reasons for undertaking a waste audit

waste analytical methods for waste types, streams and characteristics

industry practice for conducting process audits

standard audit requirements and procedures

nature and significance of waste minimisation hierarchy

waste disposal and recovery routes

sampling and recording techniques

types of client waste management surveys and their uses

site scoping

safe and efficient hazard and risk identification

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.

Process audit requirements may include:

organisational requirements

compliance with legislation or regulations

identifying recyclable types

measurement and recordings

personnel and equipment

processes undertaken

public health and safety

site requirements

specific functions requiring observation and audit.

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.

Equipment required may include:

camera

computer

collection containers

lifting gear

measurement equipment

PPE

process charts and diagrams

recording and counting equipment

reference manuals

safety barriers and warning signs

sample bench

scales

site maps

software.

Details relating to access to site and site requirements include:

access and egress points

noise control

OHS requirements and noise control

PPE

security clearance

time of access

union requirements

work permits.

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.

Legislation and codes may include:

codes, including:

Australian Code for the Transport of Dangerous Goods by Road and Rail

industry

commonwealth, state and territory legislation, including:

anti-discrimination

environmental protection

equal employment opportunity

freedom of information

industrial

OHS

trade practices

road laws.

Potential hazards and risks are those identified by the organisation that may lead to:

damage to plant, vehicle or property

harm to the environment

illness or injury to employees, contractors or the public

injuries resulting from manual handling and repetitive work.

Hazards and risks may include:

broken glass

broken metal

compaction equipment

contamination

dust

fire

gases and fumes

hazardous waste (e.g. sharps)

narrow driveways

other vehicles and equipment

overhanging signs

projectiles

spark-producing equipment

unguarded conveyor belts

weather.

Waste streams may include:

chemical waste

construction and demolition

dangerous goods

green waste

hazardous substances

municipal waste

prescribed waste

putrescibles

quarantine

recyclable liquids

regulated waste

solid inert.

Relevant personnel may include:

client

householder

management

waste generator’s personnel.

Details of audit activity may include:

accidents

date

equipment used

findings

injuries

location

results

time

waste disposal.