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Implement strategies to minimise the impact of waste on the environment

Implement strategies to minimise the impact of waste on the environment

Unit of competency
National Code
LGAEHRW505B
State Code
C1960
TGA Status
Deleted
DTWD Status
Deleted
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
11/09/2012
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
14/08/2014
Field of Education
039901 - Environmental Engineering
Original Release Date
14/08/2014
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit covers the implementation and monitoring of strategies to reduce the impact of waste on the environment.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Determine the effectiveness of the environmental impact of current practices
  • 1.1 Impact of existing waste management practices is noted against legislation, industry standards, and council and community requirements and expectations.
  • 1.2 Data contributing to cost-benefit analysis is collected on existing waste management practices.
  • 1.3 The effects of existing waste practices on the environment are regularly monitored.
  • 1.4 The waste impact cycle is monitored for components of waste stream in council area.
  • 1.5 Resource usage in waste impact cycle is measured accurately.
2. Monitor waste reduction targets
  • 2.1 Targets for reducing impact of waste are monitored in accordance with community standards and relevant authority requirements.
  • 2.2 Performance is measured accurately, regularly and in a cost-effective manner.
  • 2.3 Statistical comparisons are made between targets and performance to establish accurately if targets have been met.
3. Contribute to the development of a waste impact reduction plan
  • 3.1 Consultation with the community and relevant authorities and organisations is undertaken as directed to assist in developing targets and strategies to reduce waste impact.
  • 3.2 Criteria to prioritise strategies are suggested.
  • 3.3 Information to assist comparison with similar methods in practice elsewhere and assess effectiveness of strategies is contributed.
  • 3.4 Appropriate trial and sampling techniques are followed.
4. Follow strategies to reduce waste impact
  • 4.1 Strategic priorities are followed to provide the most effective resolution of issues within available resources.
  • 4.2 Processes are monitored to ensure the strategy is achieving objectives and modifications are suggested as required.
  • 4.3 Program time lines, schedules and targets are followed to enable strategy objectives to be met.
5. Monitor effectiveness of strategies to reduce waste
  • 5.1 Data is collected and analysed on a regular basis to provide accurate measures of performance.
  • 5.2 Comparisons are made with strategy objectives to assess effectiveness.
  • 5.3 Changes to implemented strategy are suggested as warranted to ensure outcomes are achieved.
  • 5.4 Information obtained during monitoring and review is suggested to develop new strategies based on accumulated knowledge and experience.
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 in the Performance Criteria is detailed below.
Waste includes:
paper
plastics
metals
household garbage
green
chemical
glass
construction
hard liquid
Cost-benefit analysis may include:
financial
health
amenity
flora and fauna
social
fee for service
Waste stream may include:
domestic garbage
industrial
commercial
council
litter
construction and demolition
Impact may include:
health related
amenity (e.g. smell, visual and tactile)
flow-on physical impact on flora and fauna
toxicity
breakdown cycle
Authorities may include:
environment protection
waste management
recycling and resource recovery bodies
regional waste boards
Strategies may include:
education
promotion
reduce, reuse and recycle policy
collection times and types
mulching
worms
Data may include:
waste types
waste quantity
cost of disposal
legislation
impact details
sources
experimental controls
Overview of assessment requirements
A person who demonstrates competency in this unit will be able to perform the outcomes described in the Elements to the required performance level detailed in the Performance Criteria. The knowledge and skill requirements described in the Range Statement must also be demonstrated. For example, knowledge of the legislative framework and safe work practices that underpin the performance of the unit are also required to be demonstrated.
Critical aspects of evidence to be considered
Data on the waste stream is collected and analysed to standards of council plans.
Council policies, protocols and relevant legislation are followed in monitoring waste activity.
Consultation is undertaken as directed to identify strategies and distribute information.
Strategy implementation and monitoring is undertaken to identified standards
Context of assessment
On the job or in a simulated work environment.
Relationship to other units(prerequisite or co-requisite units)
To enable holistic assessment this unit may be assessed with other units that form part of the job role in particular:
LGAEHRW503B Implement programs for disposal and containment of waste.
Method of assessment
The following assessment methods are suggested:
observation of the learner performing a range of workplace tasks over sufficient time to demonstrate handling of a range of contingencies
written and/or oral questioning to assess knowledge and understanding
completing workplace documentation
third-party reports from experienced practitioners
completion of self-paced learning materials including personal reflection and feedback from trainer, coach or supervisor
Evidence required for demonstration of consistent performance
Evidence will need to be gathered over time across a range of variables.
Resource implications
Access to a workplace or simulated case study that incorporates the following resources:
relevant data on different waste streams
real or simulated consultation process
relevant legislation, regulations, standards and policies
Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
C4299 LGAEHRW505A Develop strategies to minimise the impacts of waste on the environment Unit of competency