Application
Not Applicable
Prerequisites
Not Applicable
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENT | PERFORMANCE CRITERIA | ||
1 Organise for audit | 1.1 Determine process audit requirements from consultation with client, company process audit methodology and review of findings of waste assessment, where available 1.2 Obtain written approval for process audit from the client in accordance with company requirements 1.3 Obtain equipment for audit in accordance with audit requirements 1.4 Identify details relating to access to site and site requirements and follow in accordance with job requirements 1.5 Identify from process audit requirements locations of plant/equipment to be audited and clarify with client 1.6 Organise audit with client to coincide with specific processes and operations 1.7 Select and fit personal protective equipment in accordance with job requirements, manufacturers' specifications, company requirements and OHS and other relevant legislation 1.8 Identify potential risks and hazards to job requirements and manage in accordance with company requirements, OHS and other relevant legislation | ||
2 Conduct audit | 2.1 Conduct process audit in accordance with audit requirements, company requirements, OHS and other relevant legislation 2.2 Document all processes with actual and potential sources of waste in each process clearly identified 2.3 Identify and list all inputs, outputs and material balances of processing | ||
2.4 Observe and assess work processes for efficiency and effectiveness in waste management and minimisation 2.5 Quantify, characterise and source all waste streams produced to determine how and why they are generated in accordance with process audit requirements 2.6 Where applicable, identify and record processes for the pre-treatment, storage, handling and disposal of waste 2.7 Interview relevant personnel to determine operational and process characteristics | |||
3 Document audit findings | 3.1 Compile and tabulate all collected audit data and provide to relevant personnel 3.2 Document all details of audit activity accurately and promptly in accordance with audit requirements and company requirements |
Required Skills
Refer to Evidence Guide
Evidence Required
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 | |||
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. |
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.
Audit requirements include:
checklist
company requirements
compliance with legislation or regulations
date
identifying recyclable types
location
measurement and recording requirements
personnel and equipment requirements
processes to be audited
public health/safety
site contacts
site requirements
specific functions requiring observation and audit
time.
Client/company includes all forms of business enterprises in this context including government agencies, local governments/councils, private and public companies, and residents/ratepayers.
Company requirements are found in briefing documents, letters, quality assurance documents, tender/contract documents and verbal or written instructions.
Details of audit activity include but are not limited to:
accidents/injuries
checklist
date
equipment used
location
results/findings
time
waste disposal.
Details relating to access to site and specific site requirements include but are not limited to:
access and egress points
noise control
occupational health and safety requirements
personal protective equipment
security clearance
time of access
union requirements
work permits.
Emergency and personal protective equipment must include:
appropriate footwear
communications equipment
eye protection
eyewash kit
fire extinguishers
First Aid kit
gloves
overalls and protective clothing.
Emergency and personal protective equipment could also include:
breathing apparatus
emergency procedure guides
face shield/mask
hard hat
hearing protection
material safety data sheets (MSDS)
spill kit.
Emergency response action/procedures include but are not limited to:
clean up
contain emergency
equipment/plant isolation and shut-down
evacuation
First Aid
make safe
notification of authorities
use of appropriate personal protective equipment.
Equipment includes:
barriers and warning signs
camera
computer
personal protective equipment (PPE)
process charts and diagrams
recording and counting equipment
reference manuals
site maps
software.
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
organisational procedures
relevant state/territory regulations.
Personal protective equipment required will be stored, maintained and worn/fitted in accordance with company requirements 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.
Processes to be audited could be behavioural, biological, chemical, computerised, mechanical and physical.
Safe operating procedures include any activity or operation conducted on site to ensure health and safety of personnel/equipment in the area.
Site may include business premises, landfill site, local government area, plant/factory, private residence and waste processing plant.
Waste streams include various categories of:
chemical waste
construction and demolition
dangerous goods
green waste
hazardous waste
municipal waste
prescribed waste
putrescibles
quarantine
recyclables liquid
regulated waste
solid inert.
Sectors
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Employability Skills
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Licensing Information
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