Unit of competency Outline
Date retreived
22/07/2026 7:09 AM AWST
22/07/2026 7:09 AM AWST
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Monitor compliance with industry standards and regulations
Monitor compliance with industry standards and regulations
Unit of competency
National Code
LMTLA4001A
LMTLA4001A
State Code
W7377
W7377
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
01/11/2010
Field of Education
080301 - Business Management
Original Release Date
01/11/2010
Nominal Hours
50
Description
This unit covers the skills and knowledge required to monitor compliance of operations with industry standards and regulations.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Confirm requirements and prepare documentation
- 1.1 Relevant industry and workplace requirements are confirmed with management and external agencies
- 1.2 Existing and potential risks are identified, assessed and expert advice sought as required
- 1.3 Links are identified between risk areas such as environment and OHS
- 1.4 Workplace organisational policies and operating procedures, including contingency plans are prepared
2 Provide information to the work team
- 2.1 Relevant industry and workplace standards, regulations and policies are confirmed with management
- 2.2 Information is provided to the work team in a clear and concise manner
- 2.3 Links between environmental, financial, safety and other risk areas and how these are integrated in organisational policies and practices are explained
3 Implement compliance strategies and procedures
- 3.1 Organisational policies and compliance procedures are implemented
- 3.2 Tasks are allocated and outcomes are monitored in accordance with organisational policies and targets
- 3.3 Work team reporting requirements are explained and implemented
- 3.4 Contingency plan is implemented promptly when incidents occur
- 3.5 A training needs plan is identified for the work team and training delivery arranged where needed
- 3.6 Compliance strategies and procedures are explained to new employees as part of their induction training
4 Monitor workplace compliance with industry standards and regulations
- 4.1 Work team tasks are monitored in accordance with regulatory and workplace requirements
- 4.2 Reporting of compliance and incidents is undertaken in accordance with regulatory and workplace requirements
- 4.3 Equipment condition and performance is monitored in accordance with manufacturer instructions and regulatory requirements
5 Maintain records
- 5.1 Internal and external reporting procedures are identified and implemented
- 5.2 Records are maintained and reports prepared
- 5.3 Information and records are monitored to identify trends that may require remedial action, and used to promote continuous improvement
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. Add any essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment depending on the work situation, needs if the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts.
Legislative/regulatory requirements
All work must comply with relevant Federal and State or Territory legislative or regulatory requirements.
Operating procedures may include
incident control and reporting
machines manual over-riding technology application
identification of faults
manual handling for loading and unloading machines
safe use of machines
quality control requirements
waste water management
HACCP procedures
industry and enterprise information recording procedures
safe handling of chemicals
quality control requirements
Machines and equipment
May be microprocessor or computer controlled and can relate to various types of equipment used in the textiles, clothing and footwear industries including:
automatic and manual machines
processing equipment
weighing and measuring equipment
chemical dosing equipment
drying equipment
finishing equipment
OHS practices
OHS practices must include hazard identification and control, risk assessment and implementation of risk reduction measures specific to the tasks described by this unit, and may include:
manual handling techniques
standard operating procedures
personal protective equipment
safe materials handling
taking of rest breaks
ergonomic arrangement of workplaces
following marked walkways
safe storage of equipment
housekeeping
reporting accidents and incidents
other OHS practices relevant to the job and enterprise
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. Add any essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment depending on the work situation, needs if the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts.
Legislative/regulatory requirements
All work must comply with relevant Federal and State or Territory legislative or regulatory requirements.
Operating procedures may include
incident control and reporting
machines manual over-riding technology application
identification of faults
manual handling for loading and unloading machines
safe use of machines
quality control requirements
waste water management
HACCP procedures
industry and enterprise information recording procedures
safe handling of chemicals
quality control requirements
Machines and equipment
May be microprocessor or computer controlled and can relate to various types of equipment used in the textiles, clothing and footwear industries including:
automatic and manual machines
processing equipment
weighing and measuring equipment
chemical dosing equipment
drying equipment
finishing equipment
OHS practices
OHS practices must include hazard identification and control, risk assessment and implementation of risk reduction measures specific to the tasks described by this unit, and may include:
manual handling techniques
standard operating procedures
personal protective equipment
safe materials handling
taking of rest breaks
ergonomic arrangement of workplaces
following marked walkways
safe storage of equipment
housekeeping
reporting accidents and incidents
other OHS practices relevant to the job and enterprise
The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria, Required Skills and Knowledge, the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Critical aspects of evidence to be considered
Demonstrates skills and knowledge to:
authoritative internal and external sources of information on industry standards, relevant Acts and regulations and codes of practice, policies and procedures are determined
regulatory and standards requirements are interpreted to the operations of the enterprise
requirements are communicated to other employees
compliance and incidents are recorded and notification conducted according to enterprise, industry and regulatory requirements
Consistency in performance
Consistently applies skills and knowledge when:
organising work
completing tasks
identifying improvements
using workplace practices
using OHS practices
recording and reporting accidents and incidents
assessing operational readiness of equipment used and work processes
recognising and adapting to cultural differences in the workplace, including modes of behaviour and interactions
completing work systematically with attention to detail without damage to goods and equipment
Resource implications
Access is required to real or appropriately simulated situations, including work areas, materials and equipment, and to information on workplace practices and OHS practices.
Context for assessment
Assessment may occur on the job or in an appropriately simulated environment.
Interdependent assessment
This unit may be assessed independently or in combination with other relevant units.
Critical aspects of evidence to be considered
Demonstrates skills and knowledge to:
authoritative internal and external sources of information on industry standards, relevant Acts and regulations and codes of practice, policies and procedures are determined
regulatory and standards requirements are interpreted to the operations of the enterprise
requirements are communicated to other employees
compliance and incidents are recorded and notification conducted according to enterprise, industry and regulatory requirements
Consistency in performance
Consistently applies skills and knowledge when:
organising work
completing tasks
identifying improvements
using workplace practices
using OHS practices
recording and reporting accidents and incidents
assessing operational readiness of equipment used and work processes
recognising and adapting to cultural differences in the workplace, including modes of behaviour and interactions
completing work systematically with attention to detail without damage to goods and equipment
Resource implications
Access is required to real or appropriately simulated situations, including work areas, materials and equipment, and to information on workplace practices and OHS practices.
Context for assessment
Assessment may occur on the job or in an appropriately simulated environment.
Interdependent assessment
This unit may be assessed independently or in combination with other relevant units.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AYP71 | LMTMTLA01A | Monitor compliance with industry standards and regulations | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BAV79 | MSTGN4011 | Coordinate the quality system and procedures | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| W897 | LMT40810 | Certificate IV in Laundry Operations and Supervision | Qualification |