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

RIIRIS202E Mapping and Delivery Guide
Respond to site based spills

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Issue Date: May 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency RIIRIS202E - Respond to site based spills
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to respond to site based spills in the resources and infrastructure industries.It applies to those working in operational roles. They generally work under supervision to undertake a prescribed range of functions involving known routines and procedures and take responsibility for the quality of work outcomes.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 responding to site based spills

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 responding to site based spills
  • Obtain, interpret and confirm work requirements
  • Access, interpret and apply documentation required to respond to site based spills
  • Coordinate activities with others and establish communication systems to be used during spills
  • Identify and address potential risks, hazards and environmental issues, and implement control measures according to workplace procedures
  • Select and wear personal protective equipment appropriate for work activities
  • Identify effective handling procedures for general and hazardous waste
  • Identify and communicate team responsibilities when managing a spill with others as required and according to workplace procedures
  • Identify reporting responsibilities when a spill occurs
  • Obtain and interpret emergency procedures, and be prepared for emergency situations
       
Element: Assess and identify spill type
  • Identify chemicals or products involved in the spill according to workplace procedures
  • Locate, read and interpret safety data sheets to identify required action to manage the spill
  • Identify hazardous chemicals and their effects
  • Determine the potential volume and size of spill according to workplace procedures
  • Determine the potential risk to the environment according to workplace procedures
       
Element: Conduct the spill response
  • Determine the appropriate method and resources required to control the spill
  • Select and wear personal protective equipment appropriate to manage the spill
  • Control and contain the spill relative to spill type and size according to workplace procedures
  • Communicate and seek assistance from relevant personnel if unable to handle spill independently
  • Clean up spill according to job requirements and workplace procedures
  • Apply processes for managing and disposing of hazardous waste according to workplace procedures
       
Element: Complete written documentation and reporting requirements
  • Communicate spill response to relevant personnel
  • Complete written records and reports for spill response according to workplace procedures
  • Record and report use of spill response kits for replenishment
       


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:

respond to site based spills on at least two occasions, including:

determining the spill type, including minor, medium or major spills

locating, interpreting and communicating safety data sheet requirements for spill products

implementing spill control measures using spill kits or available resources

communicating the spill and likely impact to others

coordinating the spill clean-up activity with others

controlling and containing the spill

implementing clean up and disposal of waste

preparing a written report on spill response activity and spill kit resource usage.

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 for responding to site based spills

work effectively with others to respond to site based spills in a way that meets all required outcomes

communicate clearly and concisely with others to receive and clarify work instructions and to determine coordination requirements prior to commencing and during work activities.

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 respond to site based spills

key policies, procedures and documentation required to respond to site based spills, including:

safety data sheet information

site procedures for minor, medium and major spills

worksite communication, reporting and recording procedures

principles and techniques for responding to site based spills, including:

spill characteristics

spill types

spill kit usage

risks of site based storage

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 respond to site based spills 
Coordinate activities with others and establish communication systems to be used during spills 
Identify and address potential risks, hazards and environmental issues, and implement control measures according to workplace procedures 
Select and wear personal protective equipment appropriate for work activities 
Identify effective handling procedures for general and hazardous waste 
Identify and communicate team responsibilities when managing a spill with others as required and according to workplace procedures 
Identify reporting responsibilities when a spill occurs 
Obtain and interpret emergency procedures, and be prepared for emergency situations 
Identify chemicals or products involved in the spill according to workplace procedures 
Locate, read and interpret safety data sheets to identify required action to manage the spill 
Identify hazardous chemicals and their effects 
Determine the potential volume and size of spill according to workplace procedures 
Determine the potential risk to the environment according to workplace procedures 
Determine the appropriate method and resources required to control the spill 
Select and wear personal protective equipment appropriate to manage the spill 
Control and contain the spill relative to spill type and size according to workplace procedures 
Communicate and seek assistance from relevant personnel if unable to handle spill independently 
Clean up spill according to job requirements and workplace procedures 
Apply processes for managing and disposing of hazardous waste according to workplace procedures 
Communicate spill response to relevant personnel 
Complete written records and reports for spill response according to workplace procedures 
Record and report use of spill response kits for replenishment 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

RIIRIS202E - Respond to site based spills
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