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 in the workplace or in a simulated environment of organising waste recovery.

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:

interpret waste recovery requirements

organise equipment and personnel requirements

identify potential hazards and risks to waste recovery

coordinate recovery, incorporating OHS requirements.

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 waste recovery must comply 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 recovery of waste.

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 relevant to the job function, for example:

CPPCMN2003A Provide effective client service

CPPCMN3003A Contribute to workplace safety arrangements

CPPWMT3015A Move waste using loadshifting equipment

CPPWMT3044A Identify wastes and hazards.

Required skills

analytical skills to:

identify hazards and risks

identify waste types and waste non-conformances

segregate waste types, including potentially hazardous waste

segregate valuable resources in composite materials

interpersonal skills to:

work in a team environment

lead teams

provide guidance

literacy skills to:

label

keep records

report on resource recovery outcomes

read and interpret:

job sheets

graduated devices

work requirements and material safety data sheets (MSDS)

numeracy skills to measure:

weights

volume

technical skills to facilitate:

plant and equipment operation, including computer operation and problem solving

basic cleaning and maintenance of plant and equipment

selection of plant and equipment

self-management skills to:

apply signalling techniques

conduct work practices safely and efficiently

handle waste non-conformances

organise work methodically

use emergency and PPE

use of information technology to complete tasks

oral communication skills to:

ask questions

listen actively

provide information

give directions

planning and initiative skills to supervise teams, including:

providing guidance

demonstrating functions associated with disposal site

planning and problem solving in tasks

Required knowledge

identification of:

waste contaminants

waste non-conformances

waste non-conformance procedures

unanticipated waste

hazardous waste

types of waste cover materials, their uses and benefits

drainage systems

sample tests

procedures for containing segregated waste types, including containment and isolation of hazardous waste

potential hazards and risks relating to:

disposal sites

emergency response procedures

waste containment and segregation techniques

resource recovery options relating to:

valuable resources within materials

potential resources to be recovered

timeframe to recover resources

waste types, streams and characteristics

recycling options

industry standards

environmental issues

environmental regulations and legislation

equipment and materials expertise to facilitate:

selection

operation

basic cleaning and maintenance

service requirements for waste recovery, including:

signalling techniques

client requirements

duty of care

organisational requirements

reporting requirements

waste management options

waste management hierarchy

waste containment and disposal techniques

OHS requirements relating to OHS hierarchy of control

environmental management relating to:

techniques to minimise erosion

waste types, streams and characteristics

waste covering requirements and considerations

industry standards and legislation

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.

Waste recovery requirements may include:

access to storage facility and recovery site

emergency and PPE

legislative requirements for recovery

recovery equipment

security

signage

technical analysis

waste compatibilities.

Waste types may include:

solid (non-hazardous), e.g. construction and demolition

liquid (non-hazardous), e.g. chemical and aqueous

hazardous – regulated, prescribed, quarantined, medical and clinical

recoverable resources, e.g. recyclable and green waste.

Organisational requirements may include information found in:

briefing papers

job sheets

letters

memos

operations manuals

quality assurance documents

tender and contract documents

verbal or written instructions

work procedures.

Legislation and codes may 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.

Potential hazards and risks are those identified by the organisation that may lead to:

damage to plant, vehicle or property

harm to the environment

illness or injury to employees, contractors or the public

injuries resulting from manual handling and repetitive work.

Hazards and risks may include:

broken glass

broken metal

compaction equipment

contamination

dust

fire

gases and fumes

hazardous waste (e.g. sharps)

narrow driveways

other vehicles and equipment

overhanging signs

projectiles

spark-producing equipment

unguarded conveyor belts

weather.

Appropriate persons may include:

supervisor

team member.

Equipment may include:

barriers and warning signs

compactors

conveyors

generators

hoses

loadshifting equipment

pumps

sorting tables

vacuums

waste containers.

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.

Emergency and personal protective equipment must include:

communications equipment

eye protection, such as goggles and protective glasses

eyewash kit

fire extinguishers

first aid kit

footwear

gloves

overalls and protective clothing.

Emergency and personal protective equipment could also include:

breathing apparatus

emergency procedure guides

face shields or masks

hard hats

hearing protection

MSDS

spill kit.

Personal protective equipment must be:

cleaned and fitted according to organisational requirements, manufacturer specifications and OHS requirements

worn when required according to organisational requirements

stored according to organisational requirements.

Manufacturer specifications are found in:

equipment specifications

operator manuals.

Cleaning area and equipmentmay include:

cleaning products

seeping out

shovelling

vacuuming

water-hosing.

Waste recovery details typically include:

amount and volume of waste

date recovered

environmental protection authority documentation

monitoring or maintenance requirements

safety measures undertaken

special assistance provided

waste type.