Critical aspects of competency
Thoroughly prepares for waste audit including determining audit requirements, obtaining necessary equipment, clarifying details relating to access to site and site requirements, confirming locations of sites/processes to be audited, selecting and fitting necessary PPE, identifying and managing potential risks and hazards to work environment
Correctly identifies and lists all inputs, outputs and by-products of processes
Observes work processes for efficiency and effectiveness in waste management and minimisation
Correctly identifies and quantifies wastes, and sources wastes to determine how and why they were generated
Knowledge needed to achieve the performance criteria
Knowledge and understanding are essential to apply this unit in the workplace, to transfer the skills to other contexts, and to deal with unplanned events. The knowledge requirements for this unit are listed below.
Common reasons for undertaking a process audit.
Industry practice for conducting process audits.
Waste analytical methods.
Standard audit requirements and procedures.
Waste types, streams and characteristics.
Measurements, including weights and volumes.
Recording techniques.
Company requirements.
Potential risks and hazards in waste auditing.
Emergency response procedures.
Occupational health and safety requirements.
Duty of care in provision of services.
Relevant industry standards.
Relevant legislation.
Relevant environmental regulations.
OHS hierarchy of control.
Specific skills needed to achieve the performance criteria
To achieve the performance criteria, some complementary skills are required. These are:
communication including liaison, interpersonal, listening, questioning, following instructions
reading and interpreting assessment findings
methodical organisation of work
identifying processes
drawing flowcharts
calculating materials balances
identification of waste types, streams and characteristics
recording information
accuracy and attention to detail
computer skills
using communications equipment (two-way radio and mobile phone)
report preparation
estimating
hazard identification
basic numeracy skills including measurements and calculations (weights, volumes and quantities)
following MSDS
use of emergency and personal protective equipment
safe and efficient work practices.
Other units of competency that could be assessed with this unit
This unit could be assessed on its own or in combination with other competencies relevant to the job function, for example BSBSBM404A Undertake business planning.
Resources required to assess this unit
The following resources should be available:
process audit requirements
audit environment
audit equipment
site requirements
personal protective equipment
measurement and calculation tools (e.g. recording equipment, weight/volume measurement, calculator)
case studies.
Gaining evidence to assess this unit
For valid and reliable assessment of this unit, the competency should be demonstrated over a period of time and be observed by the assessor (or assessment team working together to conduct the assessment). The competency is to be demonstrated in a range of situations, which may include customer/workplace interruptions and involvement in related activities normally experienced in the workplace.
Evidence of competency is best obtained by observing activities in the field and reviewing process audit. If this is not practicable, observations in realistic simulated environments may be substituted.
Consistency in performance
Assessment requires that strategies meet the objectives of clients and comply with industry expectations in the particular client environment. If the environment is narrowly defined or is not representative of industry needs, it will be necessary to assess the unit within a variety of waste management environments or different client needs to assess competency process audit.
Oral questioning or written assessment and hypothetical situations (scenarios) may be used to assess underpinning knowledge. (In assessment situations where the candidate is offered a preference between oral questioning and written audit, questions are to be identical.)
Supplementary evidence may be obtained from relevant authenticated correspondence from existing supervisors, team leaders or specialist training staff.
Note: All practical demonstrations must adhere to the safety and environmental regulations relevant to each state or territory.
Key competency levels
There are a number of processes that are learnt throughout work and life that are required in all jobs. They are fundamental processes and generally transferable to other work functions. Some of these are covered by the key competencies, although others may be added.
Information below highlights how these processes are applied in this competency standard.
1 | Perform the process | 2 | Perform and administer the process | 3 | Perform, administer and design the process |
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How can communication of ideas and information be applied? | 2 | Discuss relevant issues with appropriate personnel about the audit process. |
How can information be collected, analysed and organised? | 2 | Gather and analyse information from a number of sources (including relevant legislation, manufacturers' specifications, audit requirements, process audit requirements documentation and company specifications) about the audit process. |
How are activities planned and organised? | 2 | Plan and organise methods to conduct audit in accordance with company requirements. |
How can teamwork be applied? | 1 | Work cooperatively with colleagues to conduct ongoing audit processes. |
How can the use of mathematical ideas and techniques be applied? | 1 | Conduct and document appropriate mathematical calculations used throughout the audit process. |
How can problem-solving skills be applied? | 1 | Discuss potential problems and solutions that may arise throughout the audit process. |
How can the use of technology be applied? | 1 | Demonstrate understanding of technological principles and physical skills to use appropriate equipment. |