Application
Not Applicable
Prerequisites
Not Applicable
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENT | PERFORMANCE CRITERIA | ||
1 Organise for waste recovery | 1.1 Identify waste recovery requirements in accordance with waste type, company requirements and relevant legislation 1.2 Identify and handle potentialrisks and hazards according to job requirements, in accordance with company requirements, OHS and other relevant legislation 1.3 Report identified hazards and risks to appropriate person 1.4 House and contain waste effectively and appropriately for efficient and safe waste recovery 1.5 Schedule and confirm waste recovery with waste contractor to ensure maximisation of recovery process 1.6 Identify and organise appropriate equipment and labour required for waste recovery in accordance with waste recovery requirements, company requirements and relevant legislation 1.7 Pre-check personal protective equipment for damage 1.8 Select and fit emergency and personal protective equipment in accordance with job requirements, manufacturers' specifications, company requirements and relevant legislation | ||
2 Coordinate recovery of waste | 2.1 Organise recovery site to ensure safe and efficient waste recovery 2.2 Inform transporter on waste to be recovered and specific recovery requirements 2.3 Provide clear instructions to recovery site | ||
2.4 Provide signalling and instructions to waste contractor, to ensure safe and efficient recovery | |||
2.5 Monitor recovery site to ensure compliance with recovery instructions, containment of waste within designated recovery area and adequate access and availability of space for recovery | |||
3 Clean up area | 3.1 Clean area and equipment to ensure safe and effective future operation in accordance with company requirements 3.2 Clean personal protective equipment and post-check for damage prior to storage in accordance with manufacturers' specifications | ||
4 Document waste recovery | 4.1 Document all details of waste recovery accurately and promptly in accordance with company requirements and relevant legislation |
Required Skills
Refer to Evidence Guide
Evidence Required
Critical aspects of competency
Interpretation of waste recovery requirements.
Organisation of equipment and personnel requirements.
Identification of potential risks and hazards to waste recovery.
Coordination of recovery.
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.
Measurement, including weights and volumes.
Site waste management processes.
Site waste management plan.
Potential risks and hazards.
Waste recovery requirements.
Types of recovery equipment.
Signalling techniques.
Emergency response procedures.
Company requirements.
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:
oral communication skills including questioning, listening, following instructions and giving information signalling
interpersonal skills
written communication skills for report writing
reading and interpreting job requirements
methodical organisation of work
record keeping
computer skills
using communications equipment (two-way radio and mobile phone)
hazard identification
time management
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:
PRMWM15B Move waste using load shifting equipment
PRMWM44B Identify wastes and hazards
PRMCMN201A Participate in workplace safety arrangements
PRMCMN203A Provide effective client service
BSBCMN215B Participate in environmental work practices.
Resources required to assess this unit
The following resources should be available:
waste recovery requirements
company policy and procedure
OHS requirements
personal protective equipment
recovery site
wastes for recovery
recovery equipment.
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 recovery of waste at the generator's site. If this is not practicable, observations in realistic simulated environments may be substituted.
Consistency in performance
Assessment requires that the plan meets the objectives of the client and that it complies with industry expectations in the particular client environment. If the environment is narrowly defined or is not representative of industry needs, it may be necessary to refer to portfolio case studies of a variety of waste requirements to assess competency in the organisation of waste recovery.
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 which 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 | |||
How can communication of ideas and information be applied? | 2 | Discuss with clients and colleagues and demonstrating physically, appropriate site recovery while ensuring safe and efficient waste practices. | ||||||
How can information be collected, analysed and organised? | 1 | Gather information from a number of sources (including regulatory sources and company requirements) about waste recovery organisation in order for accurate demonstrations to occur. | ||||||
How are activities planned and organised? | 2 | Plan detailed waste recovery process. | ||||||
How can teamwork be applied? | 1 | Discuss with transport, contractors, and/or work colleagues relevant waste recovery operations. | ||||||
How can the use of mathematical ideas and techniques be applied? | 1 | Document mathematical components of the waste recovery process. | ||||||
How can problem-solving skills be applied? | 1 | Discuss with contractors and/or colleagues, possible problems and solutions throughout waste recovery processes while observing company requirements. | ||||||
How can the use of technology be applied? | 1 | Demonstrate understanding of technological principles and physical skills to use appropriate equipment such as computer, communication equipment. |
Range Statement
The range statement links the required knowledge and organisational and technical requirements to the workplace context. It describes any contextual variables that will be used or encountered when applying the competency in work situations. It allows for different work practices and work and knowledge requirements as well as for differences between organisations and workplaces. The following variables may be present for this particular unit.
Appropriate person may include supervisor and team member.
Checking integrity of containment should include:
checks for containment
drum expansion
leaching
leaks
seals
spillage
unstable form.
Cleaning of area and equipment may include:
cleaning products/fluids
seeping out
shovelling
vacuuming
water-hosing.
Client includes all forms of business enterprises in this context including:
government agencies
local governments/councils
private and public companies
residents/ratepayers.
Company requirements are found in:
briefing documents
job sheets
letters
quality assurance documents
tender/contract documents
verbal or written instructions
work procedures.
Contamination may include:
exposure to sunlight
infestation
mixing with other waste types
rot or mould
waterlogging.
Details of wasterecovery typically include:
amount/volume of waste
date recovered
monitoring or maintenance requirements
relevant environmental protection authority documentation
safety measures undertaken
special assistance provided
waste type.
Emergency and personal protective equipment must include:
communications equipment
eye protection
eyewash kit
fire extinguishers
First Aid kit
gloves
overalls and protective clothing
protective boots.
Emergency and personal protective equipment could also include:
breathing apparatus
emergency procedure guides
face shield/mask
hard hat
hearing protection
material safety data sheets
spill kit.
Emergency response action/procedures include but are not limited to:
clean up
contain emergency
isolate and shut down equipment/plant
evacuate
First Aid
make safe
notify authorities
use appropriate personal protective equipment.
Equipment includes but is not limited to:
generator
hoses
load shifting equipment
pumps
storage containers (e.g. crates)
tarpaulin
vacuums
waste collection vehicles
waste identification signage.
Hazardous waste may include:
biological products
blood products
broken metal
chemicals
electrical wiring
gases/fumes
glass
hospital waste
leaking containers
needles/syringes
oil/petrol.
Manufacturers' specifications are found in equipment specifications and operator manuals.
Performance of this unit is carried out in accordance with relevant requirements of the following:
Australian Standards
environmental regulations
legislative requirements
manufacturers' specifications
OHS regulations and procedures
organisational procedures
relevant state/territory regulations.
Personal protective equipment required will be cleaned/maintained, stored, worn/fitted in accordance with equipment specifications, company requirements, manufacturers' specifications, and occupational health and safety and other legislation.
Potential risks and hazards are those risks and hazards identified by the organisation that could lead to injury or illness of employees, contractors, visitors or the public; damage to plant, vehicles or property; or that could cause harm to the environment.
This relates to on-site and off-site activities (whether company owned or occupied premises, customer/client premises or public property) over which it could be expected the organisation had control. Risks and hazards may include:
broken glass/metal
compaction equipment
contamination
dust
fire
gases and fumes
hazardous waste (e.g. sharps)
injuries resulting from manual handling and repetitive work
narrow driveways
other vehicles and equipment
overhanging signs
projectiles
spark-producing equipment
unguarded conveyor belt
weather.
Regulated waste identification signage requirements may include:
classification of dangerous goods
communications equipment
eyewash kit
fire extinguishers
First Aid kit
hazardous class
HAZCHEM codes
packaging group number.
Relevant legislation and codes cover state and federal:
duty of care
industry codes of conduct
occupational health and safety
Australian Standards
environmental protection legislation.
Safe operating procedures include any activity or operation conducted on site to ensure health and safety of personnel/equipment in the area.
Waste recovery requirements include:
access to storage facility and recovery site
arrival and departure times
destination
emergency and personal protective equipment
environmental conditions
legislative requirements for recovery
method of containment
potential risks and hazards of recovery
recovery equipment
recovery method
security
signage
technical analysis
type/amount of waste to be recovered
waste compatibilities.
Waste types include:
solid (non-hazardous) e.g. construction and demolition
liquid (non-hazardous) e.g. chemical and aqueous
hazardous - regulated, prescribed, quarantined, medical and clinical
recoverable resources e.g. recyclable and green waste.
Sectors
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Employability Skills
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Licensing Information
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