The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.

Overview of assessment

This unit of competency could be assessed by observation of practical demonstration in the workplace or in discussion, relaying the implementation of waste management plans.

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

A person who demonstrates competency in this unit must be able to provide evidence of the required skills and knowledge specified in this unit.

In particular the person should demonstrate the ability to:

interpret waste management plan requirements

implement new processes and procedures

organise education and training

monitor outcomes of a waste management plan, incorporating OHS requirements.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment of essential underpinning knowledge may be conducted in an off-site context. It is to comply with relevant regulatory or Australian standards’ requirements.

Resource implications for assessment include:

work plans and approved specifications

forms and procedures manuals.

Method of assessment

Waste management plans must be implemented in line 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 to assess competency in implementing a waste management plan.

Assessment methods must:

satisfy the endorsed Assessment Guidelines of the Property Services Training Package

include direct observation of tasks in real or simulated work conditions, with questioning to confirm the ability to consistently identify and correctly interpret the essential underpinning knowledge required for practical application

reinforce the integration of employability skills with workplace tasks and job roles

confirm that competency is verified and able to be transferred to other circumstances and environments.

Guidance information for assessment

Reasonable adjustments for people with disabilities must be made to assessment processes where required. This could include access to modified equipment and other physical resources, and the provision of appropriate assessment support.

Assessment processes and techniques should as far as is practical take into account the language, literacy and numeracy capacity of the candidate in relation to the competency being assessed.

This unit could be assessed on its own or in combination with other units relevant to the job function, for example:

CPPWMT4027A Select and obtain waste management plant, equipment and materials

CPPWMT4030A Determine waste management services

CPPWMT4032A Inform and educate clients on waste management issues

CPPWMT5033A Educate public on waste management issues.

Required skills

interpersonal skills to:

work in a team environment

lead teams

technical skills to facilitate:

plant and equipment operation, including computer operation and problem solving

basic cleaning and maintenance of plant and equipment

selection of plant and equipment

reading skills to interpret:

plans

documents

problem-solving skills to identify hazards and risks

self-management skills to:

apply signalling techniques

conduct work practices safely and efficiently

organise work methodically

keep records

use information technology to complete tasks

use emergency and PPE

oral communication skills to:

ask questions

listen actively

consult

give instructions

provide information

planning and initiative skills to supervise teams, including:

providing guidance

demonstrating functions associated with waste management

implementing change

undertaking quality control inspections

critical thinking skills to implement waste management plan, identifying:

resource needs

hazards and risks

written communication skills for:

report writing

documentation

Required knowledge

environmental issues relating to:

life cycle of products: re-new, re-use and recycle

environmental regulations

renewable energy

identification of:

waste types, streams and characteristics

waste non-conformances

unanticipated waste

hazardous waste

waste non-conformance procedures

waste containment

waste disposal and recovery routes

OHS requirements relating to:

dangerous goods and hazardous substances

OHS hierarchy of control

resource recovery options relating to:

valuable resources within materials

potential resources to be recovered

waste assessment review, including:

analysing waste practices

analysing previous assessment plans and assessment processes

incorporating standard audit requirements and procedures

incorporating nature and significance of waste minimisation hierarchy

incorporating types of client waste management surveys and their uses

waste management provision, including:

duty of care

legislation, regulations and codes of practice applicable to specific waste management functions

organisational pricing schedules

organisational requirements and structure, including workplace communication channels and procedures

waste management options

waste management hierarchy

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.

Waste management plan may include:

implementation strategies, including:

material safety data sheets (MSDS)

measurement and recording

OHS procedures

PPE

legislation and codes

site contract requirements

work procedures

objectives pertaining to:

changes to processes and procedures

environmental issues

education and training

past and future reviews and audits

recycling requirements

reduction of waste

review strategies, including:

internal and external audits

monitoring statistics

monitoring personnel performance following training

undertaking quality control checks

reviewing effectiveness of new procedures and processes

formalising review strategies via re-planning

sampling

counting waste

targets, such as:

carbon emissions reduction

lean management

recycling rates

waste minimisation.

Potential hazards and risks are those identified by the organisation that may lead to:

damage to plant, vehicle or property

harm to the environment

illness or injury to employees, contractors or the public

injuries resulting from manual handling and repetitive work.

Hazards and risks may include:

broken glass

broken metal

compaction equipment

contamination

dust

fire

gases and fumes

hazardous waste (e.g. sharps)

narrow driveways

other vehicles and equipment

overhanging signs

projectiles

spark-producing equipment

unguarded conveyor belts

weather.

Appropriate persons may include:

supervisor

team member.

Equipment includes:

absorbent material

bunding equipment

camera

collection containers

lifting gear

measurement equipment

PPE

reference manuals

safety barriers and warning signs

sample bench

scales.

Emergency and personal protective equipment must include:

communications equipment

eye protection, such as goggles and protective glasses

eyewash kit

fire extinguishers

first aid kit

footwear

gloves

overalls and protective clothing.

Emergency and personal protective equipment could also include:

breathing apparatus

emergency procedure guides

face shields or masks

hard hats

hearing protection

MSDS

spill kit.

Organisational requirementsmay include:

briefing papers

job sheets

memos

letters

quality assurance documents

tender and contract documents

verbal and written instructions and directions.

Maintain PPE must include:

clean, fit, wear and store equipment according to:

equipment specifications

organisational requirements

manufacturer specifications

OHS regulations.

Legislation and codesmay include:

codes, including:

Australian Code for the Transport of Dangerous Goods by Road and Rail

industry

commonwealth, state and territory legislation, including:

anti-discrimination

environmental protection

equal employment opportunity

freedom of information

industrial

OHS

trade practices

road laws.

Review of waste management plan may include:

internal and external audits

monitoring statistics

monitoring personnel performance following training

quality control check

review of effectiveness of new procedures and processes

sampling

counting waste.