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Observe environmental work practices

Observe environmental work practices

Unit of competency
National Code
AHCWRK202
State Code
BAR11
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
27/06/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
12/01/2017
Field of Education
120505 - Work Practices Programmes
Original Release Date
12/01/2017
Nominal Hours
30
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to observe and contribute to positive environmental work practices.The skills and knowledge described in this unit underpin a broad range of activities applicable to a variety of job roles throughout industries at various levels.This unit applies to individuals who work under general supervision and exercise limited autonomy with some accountability for own work.No occupational licensing, legislative or certification requirements are known to apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Follow environmental workplace practices
  • 1.1 Recognise and follow workplace practices and work instructions relating to potential environmental impacts and seek clarification where necessary
  • 1.2 Respond to changes to work practices and procedures positively and promptly
2. Contribute to improved environmental work practices
  • 2.1 Gather information and suggest improvements to support the development of improved workplace approaches to environmental practices
  • 2.2 Discuss environmental issues and their relationship to workplace practices in the workplace with colleagues and designated personnel
  • 2.3 Make contributions to the review of environmental practices and policies within limits of responsibility
3. Recognise and report on a potential environmental threat
  • 3.1 Recognise signs or symptoms of a potential environmental threat
  • 3.2 Report information about or observations of a potential environmental threat to supervisors or appropriate authorities
  • 3.3 Record the location and extent of the potential environmental threat
4. Maintain environmental records
  • 4.1 Prepare and maintain environmental records as required
  • 4.2 Store environmental records securely in a form accessible for reporting purposes
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D7300 AHCWRK202A Observe environmental work practices Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OFC00 AHCWRK211 Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices Unit of competency