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Elements and Performance Criteria

  1. Gather and monitor data to determine the existence, location, severity and nature of pollution
  2. Identify and assess the effectiveness of options for reducing pollution, from relevant sources
  3. Develop program to reduce pollution
  4. Implement program to minimise environmental pollution
  5. Monitor and review the effectiveness of the program

Required Skills

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

Required Skills

gathering data

analytical

budgeting

program planning implementation and review

evaluation processes

presenting

consulting with stakeholders and a diverse community

Required Knowledge

environmental issues

impacts of pollution on the environment

state of the environment reports

relevant legislation

available resources

resource usage minimisation

community needs and expectations

regulations standards and policies

training requirements

community information

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Evidence Required

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

Comprehensive data is collected and analysed

Requirements of relevant policies and legislation are addressed

Trialling and sampling techniques are identified and implemented

Monitoring and review reports are timely accurate and conducted in an objective manner

Community information is disseminated

Stakeholder input is sought

Context of assessment

On the job or in a simulated work environment

Relationship to other unitsprerequisite or corequisite units

Prerequisite units nil

Corequisite units nil

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 will need to be gathered over time across a range of variables

Resource implications

Access to

real or simulated data on pollution for analysis

appropriate facilities for trialling and sampling

real or simulated process for conducting community consultations

real or simulated budget

relevant technical reports


Range Statement

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 in the Performance Criteria is detailed below.

Strategy assessment may include:

cost

proven effectiveness

program targets

community expectations.

Types of constraints may include:

budget

resources

time lines

knowledge

available data.

Stakeholders may include:

council

community

government

government agencies

interest groups

industry

business

community experts.

Responsible parties may include:

existing staff

project staff

consultants

government agencies

voluntary regional organisations of councils

community experts

volunteers.

Data may include:

surveys

questionnaires

references

stakeholder input

existing reports and programs

state of the environment reports

council management and corporate plans.

Criteria to prioritise issues and identify targets may include:

scientific data

seriousness of issue

likelihood of action making a difference

cost effectiveness

community expectations

legislation

time frames

budgets constraints.

Resources may include:

funding from outside sources

use of community resources

resources from other organisations, including councils in the region.

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