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CPPWMT5043
Develop and implement environmental management strategies

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Version 1.0
Issue Date: March 2024


This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to develop and implement environmental management strategies. The unit covers defining the strategic scope, planning development processes, assessing environment assets, problems and opportunities, and implementing and evaluating environmental management strategies that incorporate improvements.

The unit supports those who work in a management role within a waste management environment.

No licensing, legislative, regulatory, or certification requirements apply to this unit of competency 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.

Define scope of environmental management strategy.

1.1.

Needs and expectations of environmental management strategy are identified according to organisational and compliance requirements.

1.2.

Constraints under which environmental strategy can be developed are identified according to organisational and compliance requirements.

1.3.

Environmental objectives are documented and feasibility ofenvironmental management options is evaluated.

2.

Plan development process for environmental management strategy.

2.1.

Process models applicable to scope of environmental management strategy are identified.

2.2.

Process models are assessed and a suitable model for achieving identified objectives is selected.

2.3.

Resource requirements are identified and financial budget is prepared according to organisational and compliance requirements.

2.4.

Principal stakeholders are identified and consulted to gain their participation in development process according to organisational requirements.

3.

Assess environmental assets, problems and opportunities.

3.1.

Existing environmental management data is collated, and required further data is identified and obtained according to objectives and organisational requirements.

3.2.

Available data is assessed against established criteria and community expectations according to organisational and compliance requirements.

3.3.

Common problems and opportunities are grouped to formulate environmental issues that can be actioned according to objectives and organisational requirements.

3.4.

Criteria to prioritise environmental issues are established according to objectives and organisational and compliance requirements.

4.

Prepare environmental management strategy.

4.1.

Practical actions that enable a resolution of environmental issues in line with strategic objectives are identified.

4.2.

Draft environmental management strategy is prepared and feedback from stakeholders is sought.

4.3.

Stakeholder feedback is evaluated and a response is formed according to organisational requirements.

4.4.

Local approval of the environmental management strategy is obtained according to organisational and compliance requirements.

5.

Implement and evaluate environmental management strategy.

5.1.

Practical actions that enable resolution of environmental issues in line with strategic objectives are identified according to organisational requirements.

5.2.

Resources are allocated to match action priorities, and responsible parties are identified according to objectives and organisational requirements.

5.3.

Implementation timelines, schedules and targets that enable strategic objectives to be met within required timeframes are actioned and monitored.

5.4.

Data is collected and environmental management strategy performance is measured according to objectives and organisational requirements.

5.5.

New strategies are developed based on evaluation findings 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 develop and implement two environmental management strategies.

For each, the person must:

identify clear and concise environmental management objectives:

evaluating the feasibility of environmental options, as stated in the range of conditions

use process models applicable to the scope of the environmental management strategy

confirm, through consultation, that principal stakeholders accept the proposed strategy

provide accurate and comprehensive details of resources and budget

use data relevant to the scope, and collecting additional data as required

prioritise environmental issues using suitable criteria

develop an environmental management strategy with:

practical actions that enable a resolution of environmental issues in line with strategic objectives

clear and concise documentation

prepare an implementation plan with:

prioritised actions to provide the most effective resolution of issues within available resources

responsible parties carrying appropriate work

action taken to make sure timeframes are met

monitoring, including data collection, and supervisory processes in place and actioned

monitor and review the effectiveness of the environmental management strategy using data collected, and make changes as required to improve the strategy

follow organisational policies and procedures and comply with legal and regulatory requirements.

A person demonstrating competency in this unit must demonstrate knowledge of:

environmental issues relating to:

energy efficiency systems

lifecycle of products: reduce, reuse and recycle

renewable energy

hazards and risks associated with waste including hazardous substances and dangerous goods

features of an environmental management strategy, including:

site contract requirements

reclamation

training outline

work procedures

past and future reviews and audits relating to environmental management

recycling requirements

internal and external audits

monitoring personnel performance following training

quality control checks relating to environmental management

review of effectiveness of new procedures and processes

targets, such as:

carbon emissions reduction

cleaner production

lean management

recycling rates

waste minimisation

licensing requirements for waste management

organisational policies and procedures and regulatory and legal requirements relating to developing and implementing environmental management strategies

waste contaminants

waste disposal and recovery methods

waste non-conformances

waste processing plant types

waste processing techniques.

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

equipment:

computer and relevant software, 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

List each assessment task's title, type (eg project, observation/demonstration, essay, assingnment, checklist) and due date here

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.

Define scope of environmental management strategy.

1.1.

Needs and expectations of environmental management strategy are identified according to organisational and compliance requirements.

1.2.

Constraints under which environmental strategy can be developed are identified according to organisational and compliance requirements.

1.3.

Environmental objectives are documented and feasibility ofenvironmental management options is evaluated.

2.

Plan development process for environmental management strategy.

2.1.

Process models applicable to scope of environmental management strategy are identified.

2.2.

Process models are assessed and a suitable model for achieving identified objectives is selected.

2.3.

Resource requirements are identified and financial budget is prepared according to organisational and compliance requirements.

2.4.

Principal stakeholders are identified and consulted to gain their participation in development process according to organisational requirements.

3.

Assess environmental assets, problems and opportunities.

3.1.

Existing environmental management data is collated, and required further data is identified and obtained according to objectives and organisational requirements.

3.2.

Available data is assessed against established criteria and community expectations according to organisational and compliance requirements.

3.3.

Common problems and opportunities are grouped to formulate environmental issues that can be actioned according to objectives and organisational requirements.

3.4.

Criteria to prioritise environmental issues are established according to objectives and organisational and compliance requirements.

4.

Prepare environmental management strategy.

4.1.

Practical actions that enable a resolution of environmental issues in line with strategic objectives are identified.

4.2.

Draft environmental management strategy is prepared and feedback from stakeholders is sought.

4.3.

Stakeholder feedback is evaluated and a response is formed according to organisational requirements.

4.4.

Local approval of the environmental management strategy is obtained according to organisational and compliance requirements.

5.

Implement and evaluate environmental management strategy.

5.1.

Practical actions that enable resolution of environmental issues in line with strategic objectives are identified according to organisational requirements.

5.2.

Resources are allocated to match action priorities, and responsible parties are identified according to objectives and organisational requirements.

5.3.

Implementation timelines, schedules and targets that enable strategic objectives to be met within required timeframes are actioned and monitored.

5.4.

Data is collected and environmental management strategy performance is measured according to objectives and organisational requirements.

5.5.

New strategies are developed based on evaluation findings according to organisational and compliance 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.

Compliance requirements must include:

commonwealth, state and territory legislation relating to developing environmental management strategies, including:

environmental protection

hazardous substances and dangerous goods

industry codes and standards

work health and safety and duty of care

licensing requirements.

Feasibility of environmental management options must include:

commitment to environmental management strategies

compliance with legislation

cost-benefit analysis

costs

lead time

process constraints

resource requirements, including equipment and personnel

resources available.

Resource requirementsmust include:

equipment needs

facility needs

financial resources

human resources and skill 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 develop and implement two environmental management strategies.

For each, the person must:

identify clear and concise environmental management objectives:

evaluating the feasibility of environmental options, as stated in the range of conditions

use process models applicable to the scope of the environmental management strategy

confirm, through consultation, that principal stakeholders accept the proposed strategy

provide accurate and comprehensive details of resources and budget

use data relevant to the scope, and collecting additional data as required

prioritise environmental issues using suitable criteria

develop an environmental management strategy with:

practical actions that enable a resolution of environmental issues in line with strategic objectives

clear and concise documentation

prepare an implementation plan with:

prioritised actions to provide the most effective resolution of issues within available resources

responsible parties carrying appropriate work

action taken to make sure timeframes are met

monitoring, including data collection, and supervisory processes in place and actioned

monitor and review the effectiveness of the environmental management strategy using data collected, and make changes as required to improve the strategy

follow organisational policies and procedures and comply with legal and regulatory requirements.

A person demonstrating competency in this unit must demonstrate knowledge of:

environmental issues relating to:

energy efficiency systems

lifecycle of products: reduce, reuse and recycle

renewable energy

hazards and risks associated with waste including hazardous substances and dangerous goods

features of an environmental management strategy, including:

site contract requirements

reclamation

training outline

work procedures

past and future reviews and audits relating to environmental management

recycling requirements

internal and external audits

monitoring personnel performance following training

quality control checks relating to environmental management

review of effectiveness of new procedures and processes

targets, such as:

carbon emissions reduction

cleaner production

lean management

recycling rates

waste minimisation

licensing requirements for waste management

organisational policies and procedures and regulatory and legal requirements relating to developing and implementing environmental management strategies

waste contaminants

waste disposal and recovery methods

waste non-conformances

waste processing plant types

waste processing techniques.

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

equipment:

computer and relevant software, 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
Needs and expectations of environmental management strategy are identified according to organisational and compliance requirements. 
Constraints under which environmental strategy can be developed are identified according to organisational and compliance requirements. 
Environmental objectives are documented and feasibility ofenvironmental management options is evaluated. 
Process models applicable to scope of environmental management strategy are identified. 
Process models are assessed and a suitable model for achieving identified objectives is selected. 
Resource requirements are identified and financial budget is prepared according to organisational and compliance requirements. 
Principal stakeholders are identified and consulted to gain their participation in development process according to organisational requirements. 
Existing environmental management data is collated, and required further data is identified and obtained according to objectives and organisational requirements. 
Available data is assessed against established criteria and community expectations according to organisational and compliance requirements. 
Common problems and opportunities are grouped to formulate environmental issues that can be actioned according to objectives and organisational requirements. 
Criteria to prioritise environmental issues are established according to objectives and organisational and compliance requirements. 
Practical actions that enable a resolution of environmental issues in line with strategic objectives are identified. 
Draft environmental management strategy is prepared and feedback from stakeholders is sought. 
Stakeholder feedback is evaluated and a response is formed according to organisational requirements. 
Local approval of the environmental management strategy is obtained according to organisational and compliance requirements. 
Practical actions that enable resolution of environmental issues in line with strategic objectives are identified according to organisational requirements. 
Resources are allocated to match action priorities, and responsible parties are identified according to objectives and organisational requirements. 
Implementation timelines, schedules and targets that enable strategic objectives to be met within required timeframes are actioned and monitored. 
Data is collected and environmental management strategy performance is measured according to objectives and organisational requirements. 
New strategies are developed based on evaluation findings according to organisational and compliance requirements. 

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