Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners

DEFEXO103 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Dispose of non-explosive dangerous goods

Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency DEFEXO103 - Dispose of non-explosive dangerous goods
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit describes the skills required to dispose of non-explosive dangerous goods using authorised disposal methods. Where disposal is by destruction or burning, a licensed range is used.This unit applies to those required to dispose of non-explosive dangerous goods using authorised disposal methods.The skills and knowledge described in this unit must be applied within the legislative, regulatory and policy environment in which they are carried out. Organisational policies and procedures must be consulted and adhered to.Those undertaking this unit would work independently and as part of a team, under direct and/or indirect supervision, use discretion and judgement, and take responsibility for the quality of their output. They would perform specific tasks in a broad range of contexts.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to unit at the time of publication.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.

Assessors must hold credentials specified within the Standards for Registered Training Organisations current at the time of assessment.

Assessment must satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence and all regulatory requirements included within the Standards for Registered Training Organisations current at the time of assessment.

Assessment must occur in workplace operational situations. Where this is not appropriate, assessment must occur in simulated workplace operational situations that reflect workplace conditions.

Assessment processes and techniques must be appropriate to the language, literacy and numeracy requirements of the work being performed and the needs of the candidate.

Resources for assessment must include access to:

a range of relevant exercises, case studies and/or simulations

acceptable means of simulation assessment

applicable documentation, including workplace procedures, regulations, codes of practice and operation manuals

relevant materials, tools, equipment and PPE currently used in industry.
Prerequisites/co-requisites
Competency Field Explosive Ordnance
Development and validation strategy and guide for assessors and learners Student Learning Resources Handouts
Activities 		Slides
PPT 		Assessment 1 Assessment 2 Assessment 3 Assessment 4
Elements of Competency Performance Criteria              
Element: Prepare for disposal
  • Identify requirements for disposal of non-explosive dangerous goods.
  • Confirm non-explosive dangerous goods to be disposed of and disposal method.
  • Identify and apply documentation and instructions.
  • Notify and liaise with stakeholders.
  • Complete disposal preparation.
       
Element: Dispose of non-explosive dangerous goods
  • Prepare and test disposal equipment.
  • Dispose of non-explosive dangerous goods.
  • Apply emergency and contingency procedures.
  • Inspect residue to ensure all items have been destroyed.
       
Element: Finalise the destruction process
  • Maintain and refurbish site and/or equipment.
  • Maintain documentation and records.
       
Element: Prepare for disposal
  • Identify requirements for disposal of non-explosive dangerous goods.
  • Confirm non-explosive dangerous goods to be disposed of and disposal method.
  • Identify and apply documentation and instructions.
  • Notify and liaise with stakeholders.
  • Complete disposal preparation.
       
Element: Confirm non-explosive dangerous goods to be disposed of and disposal method
       
Element: Identify and apply documentation and instructions
       
Element: Notify and liaise with stakeholders
       
Element: Complete disposal preparation
       
Element: Dispose of non-explosive dangerous goods
  • Prepare and test disposal equipment
       
Element: Apply emergency and contingency procedures
       
Element: Inspect residue to ensure all items have been destroyed
       
Element: Finalise the destruction process
  • Maintain and refurbish site and/or equipment
       
Element: Maintain documentation and records
       


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.

Evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria on at least one occasion and includes:

adhering to operational safety requirements, including risk analysis

applying operational safety

conducting site preparation and refurbishment

disposing of non-explosive dangerous goods using at least two of the methods listed in Range of conditions

interpreting and applying technical instructions related to the disposal of non-explosive dangerous goods

Evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria and includes:

operational knowledge of:

characteristics and limitations of non-explosive dangerous goods

disposal procedures and requirements

documentation requirements

operational safety

relevant testing procedures

site preparation and refurbishment requirements

Submission Requirements

List each assessment task's title, type (eg project, observation/demonstration, essay, assignment, checklist) and due date here

Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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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.

Range is restricted to essential operating conditions and any other variables essential to the work environment.

Non-essential conditions may be found in the Companion Volume Implementation Guide.

Disposal methods include:

burning

destruction

functioning

mutilation

neutralisation

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
Identify requirements for disposal of non-explosive dangerous goods. 
Confirm non-explosive dangerous goods to be disposed of and disposal method. 
Identify and apply documentation and instructions. 
Notify and liaise with stakeholders. 
Complete disposal preparation. 
Prepare and test disposal equipment. 
Dispose of non-explosive dangerous goods. 
Apply emergency and contingency procedures. 
Inspect residue to ensure all items have been destroyed. 
Maintain and refurbish site and/or equipment. 
Maintain documentation and records. 
Identify requirements for disposal of non-explosive dangerous goods. 
Confirm non-explosive dangerous goods to be disposed of and disposal method. 
Identify and apply documentation and instructions. 
Notify and liaise with stakeholders. 
Complete disposal preparation. 
 
 
 
 
Prepare and test disposal equipment 
 
 
Maintain and refurbish site and/or equipment 
 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

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