This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level required for this unit

Required Skills

communication and consultation

conflict management skills to mediate negotiate and attempt to obtain consensus between parties

analytical skills to identify potential environmental and ecological impacts and opportunities

problem solving

Required Knowledge

relevant legislation from all levels of government that regulates environmental protection and pollution levels especially in regard to occupational health and safety and environmental issues

environment sustainability as a whole system approach

quality assurance procedures

strategies to maximise opportunities and minimise environmental impact

relevant knowledge of environmental issues in regard to water catchments air noise ecosystems habitats and waste minimisation

relevant knowledge of ecological systems in regard to local government operations

data collection and record keeping concepts

Overview of assessment requirements

A person who demonstrates competency in this unit will be able to perform the outcomes described in the Elements to the required performance level detailed in the Performance Criteria The knowledge and skill requirements described in the Range Statement must also be demonstrated For example knowledge of the legislative framework and safe work practices that underpin the performance of the unit are also required to be demonstrated

Critical aspects of evidence to be considered

The demonstrated ability to

develop a program in consultation with stakeholders to minimise environmental pollution

implement a program for environmental pollution minimisation that enables the strategy targets to be met within the required time frame

monitor and review the effectiveness of a program for environmental pollution minimisation against planned objectives and use these knowledge and skills to develop ongoing strategies for pollution minimisation programs

Context of assessment

Competency is demonstrated by the performance of all stated criteria with particular attention to the critical aspects of evidence and the knowledge and skills elaborated in the Evidence Guide and within the scope of the Range Statement

Assessment must take account of the endorsed Assessment Guidelines in the Local Government Training Package

Assessment of the performance requirements in this unit should be undertaken in an actual workplace or simulated environment

Assessment should reinforce the integration of the key competencies for the particular AQF level Refer to the key competency levels at the end of this unit

Relationship to other unitsprerequisite or corequisite units

To enable holistic assessment this unit may be assessed with other units that form part of the job role

Method of assessment

The following assessment methods are suggested

observation of the learner performing a range of workplace tasks over sufficient time to demonstrate handling of a range of contingencies

written andor oral questioning to assess knowledge and understanding

completion of workplace documentation

thirdparty reports from experienced practitioners

completion of selfpaced learning materials including personal reflection and feedback from trainer coach or supervisor

Evidence required for demonstration of consistent performance

Evidence should be collected over a set period of time that is sufficient to include dealings with an appropriate range and variety of situations

Resource implications

The learner and trainer should have access to appropriate documentation and resources normally used in the workplace

Sources of pollution may include:

Legislative and council requirements may include:

Stakeholders may include:

A program plan may include:

Resources may include:

Promotion and marketing strategies may include:

The evaluation of the program design and outcomes may include: