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 of the development and implementation of an environmental management strategy.

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 environmental management objectives

consult stakeholders consulted in development strategy

prioritise environmental issues by level of importance and impact

amalgamate issues in order to develop environmental management strategy.

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:

work plans and approved specifications

forms and procedures manuals.

Method of assessment

The process of developing an environmental management strategy must comply with the objectives of the client as well as 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 the development of environmental management strategy.

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:

CPPCMN4001B Develop workplace policies and procedures for sustainability

CPPWMT5004A Develop waste management strategies.

Required skills

analytical skills to:

determine appropriate waste management service

review operations

conduct feasibility tests

interpersonal skills to:

manage consultation processes

present strategy

management skills to:

apply change management techniques

conduct budgeting

organise work practices safely and efficiently

conduct strategic problem solving

plan work practices

identify and minimise hazards and risks

organise work methodically

monitor performance

apply quality assurance practices

use information technology to complete tasks

oral communication skills to:

ask questions

listen actively

consult

give instructions

provide strategic information

reading skills to interpret:

plans

complex documentation

written communication skills to:

write reports

prepare complex strategic documentation

Required knowledge

environmental issues relating to:

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

environmental regulations

renewable energy

features required for an environmental management strategy, including:

site contract requirements

reclamation

training outline

waste minimisation

waste prevention

work procedures

environmental education

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

identification and strategic knowledge of:

waste types, streams and characteristics

waste non-conformances

unanticipated waste

waste non-conformance procedures

waste containment

waste disposal and recovery routes

occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements relating to:

dangerous goods and hazardous substances

OHS hierarchy of control

resource recovery options relating to:

valuable resources within materials

potential resources to be recovered

waste assessment to identify:

resource needs

hazards and risks

waste audit, including:

analysing waste practices

analysing previous audit plans and audit processes

outlining possible benefits and outcomes from conducting a waste assessment

types of client waste management surveys and their uses

sampling techniques

waste management provision, including:

organisational requirements and structure, including workplace communication channels and procedures

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

waste management options

nature and significance of waste minimisation hierarchy life cycle assessment

organisational pricing schedules

duty of care

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.

Environmental management strategy may include:

air and water pollution

biodiversity protection and protection of natural resources

carbon emission

ecosystem management

wildlife and endangered species.

Constraints may include:

budgets

knowledge

resources

time.

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.

Process models may include:

implementation strategies, including:

material safety data sheets (MSDS)

measurement and recording

OHS procedures

personal protective equipment (PPE)

legislation and codes

site contract requirements

work procedures

objectives pertaining to:

changes to processes and procedures

environmental issues

education and training

past and future reviews and audits

recycling requirements

reduction of waste

review strategies, including:

internal and external audits

monitoring statistics

monitoring personnel performance following training

undertaking quality control checks

reviewing effectiveness of new procedures and processes

formalising review strategies via re-planning

sampling

counting waste

targets, such as:

carbon emissions reduction

lean management

recycling rates

waste minimisation.

Stakeholders may include:

business

community

council

funding bodies

government

industry

interest groups

land management agencies

local authorities

statutory authorities.

Human resource may include:

community experts

consultants

government agencies

internal staff

project officers

volunteers.

Data may include:

existing reports or programs

questionnaires

references

stakeholder input

surveys.

Applicable legislation and codesmay 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.

Criteria to prioritise may include:

benefit

budget constraints

business objectives

community preferences

environmental issues:

impact

legislative provisions

resources

timeframes.

Supervisory processes may include:

delegating

implementing

monitoring

overseeing

planning

reviewing

targeting practices to meet deadlines.

Time available may include considering:

client instructions

contingencies

past experiences

skills and experience of operatives

location of project

methods to be employed

resources and equipment to be used.