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

RIIENV501E Mapping and Delivery Guide
Implement and maintain environmental management plans

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Issue Date: May 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency RIIENV501E - Implement and maintain environmental management plans
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to implement and maintain environmental management plans in the resources and infrastructure industries.It applies to those working in management roles. They generally work in teams and have some responsibility for the outcomes of others.Licensing, legislative and certification requirements may apply to this unit and can vary between states, territories and industry sectors. Users must check requirements with relevant body before applying the unit.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.

Mandatory conditions for assessment of this unit are stipulated below. The assessment must:

include access to:

personal protective equipment

equipment related to implementing and maintaining environmental management plans

relevant documentation

be conducted in a safe environment; and,

be assessed in the context of this sector's work environment; and,

be assessed in compliance with relevant legislation/regulation and using policies, procedures and processes directly related to the industry sector for which it is being assessed; and,

confirm consistent performance can be applied in a range of relevant workplace circumstances.

Where personal safety or environmental damage are limiting factors, assessment may occur in a simulated work environment* provided it is realistic and sufficiently rigorous to cover all aspects of this sector’s workplace performance, including environment, task skills, task management skills, contingency management skills and job role environment skills.

Assessor requirements

Assessors must be able to clearly demonstrate current and relevant industry knowledge and experience to satisfy the mandatory regulatory standards as set out in the Standards for Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) 2015/Australian Quality Training Framework mandatory requirements for assessors current at the time of assessment and any relevant licensing and certification requirements. This includes:

vocational competencies at least to the level being delivered and assessed

current industry skills directly relevant to the training and assessment being provided

current knowledge and skills in vocational training and learning that informs their training and assessment

formal relevant qualifications in training and assessment

having knowledge of and/or experience using the latest techniques and processes

possessing the required level of RII training product knowledge

having an understanding and knowledge of legislation and regulations relevant to the industry and to employment and workplaces

demonstrating the performance evidence, and knowledge evidence outlined in this unit of competency, and

the minimum years of current** work experience after competency has been obtained as specified below in an industry sector relevant to the outcomes of the unit.

It is also acceptable for the appropriately qualified assessor to work with an industry expert to conduct assessment together and for the industry expert to be involved in the assessment judgement. The industry expert must have current industry skills directly relevant to the training and assessment being provided. This means the industry subject matter expert must demonstrate skills and knowledge from the minimum years of current work experience after competency has been obtained as specified below, including time spent in roles related to the unit being assessed:

Industry sector

AQF indicator level***

Required assessor or industry subject matter expert experience

Drilling, Metalliferous Mining, Coal Mining, Extractive (Quarrying) and Civil Infrastructure

1

1 year

2

2 years

Drilling, Coal Mining, Extractive (Quarrying), Metalliferous Mining and Civil Infrastructure

3-6

3 years

Other sectors

Where this unit is being assessed outside of the resources and infrastructure sectors assessor and/or industry subject matter expert experience should be in-line with industry standards for the sector in which it is being assessed and where no industry standard is specified should comply with any relevant regulation.

*Guidance on simulated environments has been stipulated in the Companion Volume Implementation Guide located on VETNet.

**Assessors can demonstrate current work experience through employment within industry in a role relevant to the outcomes of the unit; or, for external assessors this can be demonstrated through exposure to industry by conducting a minimum number of site assessments as determined by the relevant industry sector, across various locations.

*** While a unit of competency does not have an AQF level, where a unit is being delivered outside of a qualification the first numeric character in the unit code should be considered as the AQF indicator level for assessment purposes.
Prerequisites/co-requisites
Competency Field
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: Plan and prepare for the implementation and maintenance of environmental management plan
  • Obtain, interpret and confirm work requirements
  • Access, interpret and apply documentation required to implement and maintain environmental management plans
  • Develop and document environmental objectives in consultation with relevant personnel
  • Develop and document the steps in applying the environmental management plan in consultation with relevant personnel according to workplace procedures
  • Confirm, allocate and document the responsibilities for applying the environmental management plan in job descriptions and duty statements according to workplace procedures
       
Element: Develop processes to support the environmental management plan
  • Identify existing and potential environmental hazards and risks from trends identified from inspections and records according to job requirements
  • Confirm the assessment and treatment of risks according to workplace procedures
  • Develop and document the procedures and practices relevant for the application of the environmental management plan
  • Identify, obtain and maintain information sources and expert advice required to support the environmental management plan according to job requirements
       
Element: Prepare and implement the plan
  • Plan, schedule and document how the implementation of the environmental management plan
  • Identify, seek and provide resources for the operation of the environmental management plan, in a timely and consistent manner according to workplace procedures
  • Communicate the environmental management plan to relevant personnel as required
  • Provide or arrange appropriate development and training on the environmental management plans for relevant personnel as required
  • Communicate known and intended process changes and enhancements to the environmental management plan to relevant personnel
  • Confirm all environmental management plan records and reports are produced, processed and maintained
       
Element: Monitor, review and update the environmental management processes
  • Monitor the environmental management plan activities and achievement targets, and provide and focus resources to confirm the implementation plan is satisfied according to job requirements
  • Review and update the environmental management plan periodically
  • Complete and retain documentation according to workplace procedures
       


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.

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:

implement and maintain environmental management plans on at least two occasions, including:

developing and documenting systems for the application of the environmental management plan

defining, documenting and allocating responsibilities

identifying existing and potential environmental hazards from inspections and records

planning and documenting the implementation of the environmental management plan

processing and maintaining written records

monitoring and reviewing the activities and performance of the environmental management plan.

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 required for implementing and maintaining the environmental management plan

communicate clearly and concisely with others to receive and clarify work instructions.

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 legislation required to implement and maintain the environmental management plan

key policies, procedures and documentation required to implement and maintain the environmental management plan, including:

environmental policies, goals and objectives

human resource management processes

environmental management reporting and recording procedures

worksite operating procedures

environmental hazard identification processes

environmental risk assessment processes

environmental risk treatment processes

environmental management system documentation methods

principles and techniques for managing and communicating with others, including:

roles and responsibilities of personnel within the organisation

action planning methods

negotiation skills

written and oral communication methods

listening skills

appropriate action based on cost, safety, and welfare issues

work preparation procedure and instruction writing

principles and techniques for identifying relevant hazards and emergencies

techniques for coordinating and communicating job activities with others.

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.
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
Obtain, interpret and confirm work requirements 
Access, interpret and apply documentation required to implement and maintain environmental management plans 
Develop and document environmental objectives in consultation with relevant personnel 
Develop and document the steps in applying the environmental management plan in consultation with relevant personnel according to workplace procedures 
Confirm, allocate and document the responsibilities for applying the environmental management plan in job descriptions and duty statements according to workplace procedures 
Identify existing and potential environmental hazards and risks from trends identified from inspections and records according to job requirements 
Confirm the assessment and treatment of risks according to workplace procedures 
Develop and document the procedures and practices relevant for the application of the environmental management plan 
Identify, obtain and maintain information sources and expert advice required to support the environmental management plan according to job requirements 
Plan, schedule and document how the implementation of the environmental management plan 
Identify, seek and provide resources for the operation of the environmental management plan, in a timely and consistent manner according to workplace procedures 
Communicate the environmental management plan to relevant personnel as required 
Provide or arrange appropriate development and training on the environmental management plans for relevant personnel as required 
Communicate known and intended process changes and enhancements to the environmental management plan to relevant personnel 
Confirm all environmental management plan records and reports are produced, processed and maintained 
Monitor the environmental management plan activities and achievement targets, and provide and focus resources to confirm the implementation plan is satisfied according to job requirements 
Review and update the environmental management plan periodically 
Complete and retain documentation according to workplace procedures 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

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