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

MSMENV172 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Identify and minimise environmental hazards

Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency MSMENV172 - Identify and minimise environmental hazards
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit of competency covers the skills and knowledge required to identify activities and/or materials that present an environmental threat and to take the appropriate action according to procedures.This unit of competency applies to all personnel who are required to work within environmental regulatory requirements which are reflected in the organisation’s policies and procedures. It applies to an individual working alone or as part of a team or group and working in liaison with other team members and supervisors.This unit of competency applies to all plants and areas of operation.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.

The unit should be assessed holistically and the judgement of competence based on a holistic assessment of the evidence.

The collection of performance evidence:

should occur over a range of situations which include typical disruptions to normal, smooth operations

will typically include a supervisor/third-party report focusing on consistent performance and problem recognition and solving. A supervisor/third-party report must be prepared by someone who has a direct, relevant, current relationship with the person being assessed and who is in a position to form a judgement on workplace performance relevant to the unit of competency

must include the use of appropriate tools, equipment and safety gear requiring demonstration of preparation, operation, completion and responding to problems

may use industry-based simulation for all or part of the unit particularly where safety, lack of opportunity or significant cost is an issue.

Assessment should occur in operational workplace situations. Where this is not possible, or where personal safety or environmental damage are limiting factors, assessment must occur in a sufficiently rigorous simulated environment reflecting realistic operational workplace conditions. This must cover all aspects of workplace performance, including environment, task skills, task management skills, contingency management skills and job role environment skills.

Assessment in a simulated environment should use evidence collected from one or more of:

walk-throughs

pilot plant operation

demonstration of skills

industry-based case studies/scenarios

‘what ifs’.

Knowledge evidence may be collected concurrently with performance evidence (provided a record is kept) or through an independent process, such as workbooks, written assessments or interviews (provided a record is kept).

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.

Conditions for assessment must include access to all tools, equipment, materials and documentation required, including relevant workplace procedures, product and manufacturing specifications associated with this unit.

The regulatory framework will be reflected in workplace policies and procedures and is not required to be independently assessed.

Foundation skills are integral to competent performance of the unit and should not be assessed separately.

As a minimum, assessors must satisfy the Standards for Registered Training Organisations 2015 assessor requirements.
Prerequisites/co-requisites
Competency Field Support
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: Identify environmental threats
  • Recognise the type and severity of environmental threat posed by the materials and processes used for own work
  • Identify ways materials used may enter the environment
  • Identify sensitive features of the local environment and their impact on work practice and procedures
  • Recognise abnormal or unacceptable emission levels
       


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.

Elements describe the essential outcomes

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element

1

Identify environmental threats

1.1

Recognise the type and severity of environmental threat posed by the materials and processes used for own work

1.2

Identify ways materials used may enter the environment

1.3

Identify sensitive features of the local environment and their impact on work practice and procedures

1.4

Recognise abnormal or unacceptable emission levels

2

Identify workplace procedures and policies to minimise environmental threats

2.1

Identify workplace policy for environmental protection

2.2

Identify environmental protection measures within standard operating procedures (SOPs) relevant to work

2.3

State contact procedures for personnel involved in environmental response teams

3

Follow procedures to minimise environmental threats

3.1

Implement environmental protection measures in relevant procedures

3.2

Report abnormal emissions/environmental issues to appropriate personnel

3.3

Apply containment procedures in accordance with SOPs, where appropriate

3.4

Implement waste management procedures and practices

3.5

Follow safety procedures and use personal protective equipment (PPE)

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

recognise and report environmental threats

communicate using in-plant reporting systems (verbal, electronic or written)

select and use containment equipment

select and use personal protective equipment (PPE).

Evidence must be provided that demonstrates knowledge of:

organisation procedures, including:

environmental protection and reporting requirements

safety, emergency and hazard controls

type and severity of environmental threats, including contribution to climate change and other macro threats that can arise from materials and work processes used

environmental protection measures required to minimise threats

types of emissions relevant to job role and permissible levels.

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.

Elements describe the essential outcomes

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element

1

Identify environmental threats

1.1

Recognise the type and severity of environmental threat posed by the materials and processes used for own work

1.2

Identify ways materials used may enter the environment

1.3

Identify sensitive features of the local environment and their impact on work practice and procedures

1.4

Recognise abnormal or unacceptable emission levels

2

Identify workplace procedures and policies to minimise environmental threats

2.1

Identify workplace policy for environmental protection

2.2

Identify environmental protection measures within standard operating procedures (SOPs) relevant to work

2.3

State contact procedures for personnel involved in environmental response teams

3

Follow procedures to minimise environmental threats

3.1

Implement environmental protection measures in relevant procedures

3.2

Report abnormal emissions/environmental issues to appropriate personnel

3.3

Apply containment procedures in accordance with SOPs, where appropriate

3.4

Implement waste management procedures and practices

3.5

Follow safety procedures and use personal protective equipment (PPE)

This field allows for different work environments and conditions that may affect performance. Essential operating conditions that may be present (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) are included.

Regulatory framework

The latest version of all legislation, regulations, industry codes of practice and Australian/international standards, or the version specified by the local regulatory authority, must be used, and include one or more of the following:

legislative requirements, including work health and safety (WHS)

industry codes of practice and guidelines

environmental regulations and guidelines

Australian and other standards

licence and certification requirements

Procedures

All operations must be performed in accordance with relevant procedures.

Procedures are written, verbal, visual, computer-based or in some other form, and include one or more of the following:

emergency procedures

work instructions

SOPs

safe work method statements (SWMS)

formulas/recipes

batch sheets

temporary instructions

any similar instructions provided for the smooth running of the plant

Tools and equipment

Tools and equipment include:

personal protective equipment (PPE)

spill kits

Emissions

Abnormal or unacceptable emission levels include one of more of the following:

excessive noise

light

odours

gases/vapours

visible smoke/vapour

liquid and solids

particulates

fumes

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
Recognise the type and severity of environmental threat posed by the materials and processes used for own work 
Identify ways materials used may enter the environment 
Identify sensitive features of the local environment and their impact on work practice and procedures 
Recognise abnormal or unacceptable emission levels 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

MSMENV172 - Identify and minimise environmental hazards
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MSMENV172 - Identify and minimise environmental hazards

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