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Pack and dispatch solid waste

Pack and dispatch solid waste

Unit of competency
National Code
ICPSU222C
State Code
D3249
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
05/07/2010
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
09/09/2014
Field of Education
039901 - Environmental Engineering
Original Release Date
09/09/2014
Nominal Hours
30
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to packing and dispatch solid waste.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Assess solid waste
  • 1.1. Reusable waste is sorted from recyclable waste according to enterprise procedures
  • 1.2. Waste is weighed and weight and source of waste recorded
2. Prepare solid waste for removal from site
  • 2.1. Waste is shredded according to enterprise procedures, storage and delivery specifications
  • 2.2. Waste is baled as appropriate for waste destination, delivery method and method of transportation and according to enterprise procedures
3. Dispatch solid waste
  • 3.1. Waste is stacked/packed on/in appropriate storage/shipping containers prior to dispatch
  • 3.2. Waste is dispatched via appropriate delivery mode according to enterprise procedures and job specification
  • 3.3. Waste is dispatched at pre-determined rate to prevent accumulation of waste around machines
  • 3.4. Documentation associated with tasks is accurately completed according to enterprise procedures
4. Carry out minor routine maintenance and cleaning of waste packaging machines
  • 4.1. Shredder is cleaned, checked and lubricated according to manufacturer's specifications and enterprise standard operating procedures
  • 4.2. Baler is cleaned, checked and lubricated according to manufacturer's specifications and enterprise standard operating procedures
RANGE STATEMENT
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.
Enterprise procedures may include:
range of enterprise procedures within defined work area.
Packaging techniques may include:
various methods and equipment used in packing of solid waste.
Dispatch methods may include:
packaging requirements for the various methods of transportation of products.
Quality standards may include:
should meet client requirements and enterprise and industry standards.
Substrate handling may include:
range of substrates within the major categories of paper, pressure sensitive material, board, corrugated board, plastics and related films, or metal.
EVIDENCE GUIDE
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

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Evidence of the ability to:
correct packing and dispatching solid waste
assess, prepare and dispatch TWO lots of solid waste and maintain and clean waste packaging machines according to job and workplace specifications and the listed Performance Criteria
evidence for assessment may be gathered from assessment of the unit of competency alone or through an integrated assessment activity.

Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure:
assessment may take place on the job, off the job or a combination of these. Off the job assessment must be undertaken in a closely simulated workplace environment
solid waste and disposal equipment.

Method of assessment
A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:
direct questioning combined with review of portfolios of evidence and third party workplace reports of on-the-job performance by the candidate.

Guidance information for assessment
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended.
Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D0499 ICPSU222B Pack and dispatch solid waste Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
AUN89 ICPSUP222 Pack and dispatch solid waste Unit of competency