Assessor Resource

MTMPSR202B
Apply environmentally sustainable work practices

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


This unit addresses the knowledge, processes and techniques necessary to support environmentally sustainable work practices. It is relevant for personnel in all sectors and areas, and at all levels of the meat processing industry. It is particularly suitable for production personnel in meat processing, smallgoods operators and meat retailing personnel.

This unit covers the skills and knowledge required to reduce negative environmental impacts of meat industry work practices.

You may want to include more information here about the target group and the purpose of the assessments (eg formative, summative, recognition)

Prerequisites

Nil

Employability Skills

This unit contains employability skills.



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.

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

The meat industry has specific and clear requirements for evidence. A minimum of three forms of evidence is required to demonstrate competency in the meat industry. This is specifically designed to provide evidence that covers the demonstration in the workplace of all aspects of competence over time.

These requirements are in addition to the requirements for valid, current, authentic and sufficient evidence.

Three forms of evidence means three different kinds of evidence - not three pieces of the same kind. In practice it will mean that most of the unit is covered twice. This increases the legitimacy of the evidence.

All assessment must be conducted against Australian meat industry standards and regulations.

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

Competency in this unit must be demonstrated under conditions that are the same as the speed of production and within the parameters of the role responsibilities.

Context of, and specific resources for assessment

Assessment should be undertaken in an operating meat processing plant or food service operation.

Method of assessment

Recommended methods of assessment include:

demonstration - snapshot of performance

quiz, question and answer

observation of performance over time.

Assessment practices should take into account any relevant language or cultural issues related to Aboriginality, gender, or language backgrounds other than English. Language and literacy demands of the assessment task should not be higher than those of the work role.

Guidance information for assessment

A current list of resources for this Unit of Competency is available from MINTRAC www.mintrac.com.au or telephone 1800 817 462.

Submission Requirements

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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.

Required skills

Ability to:

demonstrate a basic understanding of sustainability

interpret workplace information

report non-conformances

recognise and follow procedures, follow instructions and respond to change

relate to people from a range of social, cultural, ethnic backgrounds, and physical and mental abilities

apply relevant communication and mathematical skills

ask questions and clarify work requirements

work effectively as an individual and as part of a team

follow good housekeeping procedures and practices

apply relevant Occupational Health and Safety (OH&S), regulatory and workplace requirements

take action to improve own work performance as a result of self-evaluation, feedback from others, or in response to changed work practices or technology

take corrective action according to workplace requirements

work with others to solve problems relating to environmental performance

Required knowledge

Knowledge of:

environmental and resource efficiency hazards and risks associated with own workplace and own work area

workplace environmental management strategies affecting own work practice

relevant environmental and resource efficiency systems and procedures for own work area

relevant OH&S, regulatory and workplace requirements

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 and resource efficiency issues may include:

minimisation of environmental risks

maximisation of opportunities to improve business environmental performance

promotion of more efficient consumption of resources including:

efficient energy use

efficient water use

minimisation of waste, through implementation of the waste management hierarchy.

Wastes and emissions may include:

animal products such as blood, fat and manure

contamination and polluted water

direct and indirect generation of greenhouse gases

emissions resulting from consumption of non-renewable resources e.g. diesel fuels, coal generated electricity, coal, gas including natural gas

noise

packaging, emissions, vapours and odours.

Regulatory requirements may include:

AS/NZS ISO 14001:2004 Environmental Management Systems Requirements with guidance for use

AS/NZS ISO 14040:1988 Environmental Management - Life Cycle Assessment - Principles and Framework.

Compliance includes:

meeting enterprise requirements

meeting relevant federal, state and local government laws, by-laws and regulations.

Communication skills may include:

listening and understanding

reading and interpreting workplace-related documentation

speaking clearly and directly

sharing information.

OH&S requirements may include:

enterprise OH&S policies, procedures and programs

OH&S legal requirements

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) which may include:

coats and aprons

ear plugs or muffs

eye and facial protection

head-wear

lifting assistance

mesh aprons

protective boot covers

protective hand and arm covering

protective head and hair covering

uniforms

waterproof clothing

work, safety or waterproof footwear

requirements set out in standards and codes of practice.

Workplace requirements may include:

enterprise-specific requirements

hygiene and sanitation requirements

OH&S requirements

Quality Assurance (QA) requirements

Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)

the ability to perform the task to production requirements

work instructions.

Workplace environmental management strategies may include:

business plans incorporating capital investment in energy or water saving technology

documented policies and procedures

environmental management systems

environmental or sustainability targets and goals

integrated OH&S, environment and/or quality management systems

work plans to minimise waste, increase efficiency of water use etc.

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
Workplace environmental and resource efficiency issues are identified. 
Resources used in own work role are identified. 
Wastes and emissions created by own work role are identified. 
Regulatory requirements, work instructions and procedures are followed to ensure compliance. 
Non-conformances are identified and corrective action procedures are followed. 
Enterprise plans to improve environmental practices and resource efficiency are followed. 
Suggestions are made for improvements to workplace practices in own work area. 

Forms

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