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Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Plan and prepare to handle resources and infrastructure materials and safely dispose of nontoxic materials
   • Obtain, interpret and confirm work requirements
   • Access, interpret and apply documentation and procedures
   • Identify potential risks, hazards and environmental issues, and implement control measures according to workplace procedures
   • Select and wear personal protective equipment required for work activities
   • Select tools and equipment for the work activity
   • Obtain and interpret emergency procedures, and be prepared for emergency situations
2. Handle and remove waste
   • Comply with safety data sheets and regulatory requirements
   • Identify hazardous materials for separate handling
   • Remove materials and non-toxic according to organisational procedures for the removal of non-toxic materials
   • Apply dust suppression procedures
3. Conduct housekeeping activities
   • Clear work area and dispose of materials
   • Clean, maintain and inspect the serviceability of the equipment, and address and report any issues
   • Complete written records and reports

Performance Evidence

The candidate must demonstrate the ability to complete the tasks outlined in the elements, performance criteria and foundation skills of this unit, including evidence of the ability to:

handle resources and infrastructure materials and safely disposing of nontoxic materials on at least two occasions, including:

complying with safety data sheets and requirements of regulatory authorities

identifying hazardous materials for separate handling

following procedures for the removal of non-toxic materials

applying dust suppression procedures

clearing work area and disposing of or recycling materials.

During the above, the candidate must:

locate and apply relevant documentation, policies and procedures and confirm that the work activity is compliant

implement the requirements, procedures and techniques for handling resources and infrastructure materials and safely disposing of nontoxic materials

work with others to undertake the handling resources and infrastructure materials and safely disposing of nontoxic materials

communicate with others to receive and clarify work instructions and to determine coordination requirements prior to commencing and during work activities.

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Knowledge Evidence

The candidate must be able to demonstrate knowledge to complete the tasks outlined in the elements, performance criteria and foundation skills of this unit, including knowledge of:

key policies, procedures and documentation required to handle resources and infrastructure materials and safely dispose of nontoxic materials, including those related to:

work health and safety procedures

environmental issues

site isolation procedures

traffic control responsibilities

waste material identification

records and reports

principles and techniques for packing and securing materials

systems and equipment or materials for the short term protection of stacked or stored materials

methods of dust suppression

key industry and worksite terminology.

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