Assist with odour source assessment

Formats and tools

Unit Description
Reconstruct the unit from the xml and display it as an HTML page.
Assessment Tool
an assessor resource that builds a framework for writing an assessment tool
Assessment Template
generate a spreadsheet for marking this unit in a classroom environment. Put student names in the top row and check them off as they demonstrate competenece for each of the unit's elements and performance criteria.
Assessment Matrix
a slightly different format than the assessment template. A spreadsheet with unit names, elements and performance criteria in separate columns. Put assessment names in column headings to track which performance criteria each one covers. Good for ensuring that you've covered every one of the performance criteria with your assessment instrument (all assessement tools together).
Wiki Markup
mark up the unit in a wiki markup codes, ready to copy and paste into a wiki page. The output will work in most wikis but is designed to work particularly well as a Wikiversity learning project.
Evidence Guide
create an evidence guide for workplace assessment and RPL applicants
Competency Mapping Template
Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners. A template for developing assessments for a unit, which will help you to create valid, fair and reliable assessments for the unit, ready to give to trainers and students
Observation Checklist
create an observation checklist for workplace assessment and RPL applicants. This is similar to the evidence guide above, but a little shorter and friendlier on your printer. You will also need to create a seperate Assessor Marking Guide for guidelines on gathering evidence and a list of key points for each activity observed using the unit's range statement, required skills and evidence required (see the unit's html page for details)

Self Assessment Survey
A form for students to assess thier current skill levels against each of the unit's performance criteria. Cut and paste into a web document or print and distribute in hard copy.
Moodle Outcomes
Create a csv file of the unit's performance criteria to import into a moodle course as outcomes, ready to associate with each of your assignments. Here's a quick 'how to' for importing these into moodle 2.x
Registered Training Organisations
Trying to find someone to train or assess you? This link lists all the RTOs that are currently registered to deliver MSS025010A, 'Assist with odour source assessment'.
Google Links
links to google searches, with filtering in place to maximise the usefulness of the returned results
Books
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Elements and Performance Criteria

1

Clarify site monitoring requirements with supervisor

1.1

Examine available information about the site’s history, current activities/processes, previous odour assessments, topography, prevalent meteorological conditions and complaint records

1.2

Visit the site with supervisor to clarify issues with the proponent and community representatives, as appropriate

1.3

Collect and review information about site process operations and conditions

1.4

Identify potential odour sources at the site and current controls

1.5

Review relevant legislative, regulatory and licensing requirements or enterprise procedures/test methods

2

Prepare for source monitoring

2.1

Select, or design, appropriate sampling and monitoring strategies in consultation with supervisor

2.2

Confirm details of relevant odour sampling/monitoring plans, need for site permits and access to the site

2.3

Confirm data format and quality requirements

2.4

Review relevant standards and/or specified enterprise procedures/test methods

2.5

Assemble required sampling and monitoring equipment and check that all reusable items are clean, fit for purpose and calibrated correctly

2.6

Ensure that all required supplies and equipment are transported safely to and from the site

3

Prepare standardised or in-house odour panellists

3.1

Confirm the specifications for panellists with supervisor, and client as necessary

3.2

Conduct standardised selection to determine odour threshold and ongoing olfactometry performance of individuals

3.3

Conduct standardised or in-house selection to assess and compare sensitivity against internal criteria

3.4

Select panellists in consultation with supervisor

3.5

Train selected panellists in the use of objective odour observation techniques, odour descriptors, olfactometry procedures and test equipment

3.6

Record the process and results used to establish and maintain a register of reliable panellists

4

Collect and store odour samples for source monitoring

4.1

Check that process/meteorological conditions are consistent with sampling design conditions and report any deviations

4.2

Set up sampling equipment and conduct pre-use checks to ensure reliable operation

4.3

Collect samples in accordance with standard methods or enterprise procedures

4.4

Store samples for subsequent analysis to ensure their ongoing integrity and traceability

4.5

Identify and report any defects or abnormalities in samples

4.6

Record all sample information in accordance with standard methods or enterprise procedures

5

Conduct laboratory olfactometry measurements

5.1

Set up dynamic olfactometer and related equipment and conduct pre-use checks to ensure reliable operation

5.2

Ensure that panellists fully understand the test procedures

5.3

Conduct tests in accordance with standard method

5.4

Monitor panellist’s performance for indications of odour fatigue, adaption of their senses to the surrounding ambient air and/or bias

5.5

Analyse the conduct of the measurements and reliability of results before confirming data acceptability

6

Maintain a safe work environment

6.1

Ensure safety through the use of specified safety equipment, safe work procedures and personal protective clothing

6.2

Handle all samples and equipment in accordance with enterprise safety procedures

6.3

Minimise generation of waste and environmental impacts

6.4

Collect and dispose of all wastes safely

6.5

Report hazards and incidents to designated personnel using enterprise procedures

7

Record data and report results

7.1

Record details of the testing process and data in accordance with standard method or enterprise procedures

7.2

Process data and report results in accordance with standard method or enterprise procedures

7.3

Record approved data in accordance with specified format and quality requirements

7.4

Maintain confidentiality and security of enterprise information and data


Qualifications and Skillsets

MSS025010A appears in the following qualifications:

  • MSS40211 - Certificate IV in Environmental Monitoring and Technology
  • MSS50211 - Diploma of Environmental Monitoring and Technology
  • MSS70211 - Vocational Graduate Certificate in Environmental Management