Elements and Performance Criteria

Checking integrity of containment should include
checks for containment
drum expansion
leaching
leaks
seals
spillage
unstable form.

Cleaning of area and equipment may include
cleaning products/fluids
seeping out
shovelling
vacuuming
water-hosing.

Client includes all forms of business enterprises in this context including
government agencies
local governments/councils
private and public companies
residents/ratepayers.

Company requirements are found in
briefing documents
job sheets
letters
quality assurance documents
tender/contract documents
verbal or written instructions
work procedures.

Contamination may include
exposure to sunlight
infestation
mixing with other waste types
rot or mould
waterlogging.

Details of waste recovery typically include
amount/volume of waste
date recovered
monitoring or maintenance requirements
relevant environmental protection authority documentation
safety measures undertaken
special assistance provided
waste type.

Emergency and personal protective equipment must include
communications equipment
eye protection
eyewash kit
fire extinguishers
First Aid kit
gloves
overalls and protective clothing
protective boots.

Emergency and personal protective equipment could also include
breathing apparatus
emergency procedure guides
face shield/mask
hard hat
hearing protection
material safety data sheets
spill kit.

Emergency response action/procedures include but are not limited to
clean up
contain emergency
isolate and shut down equipment/plant
evacuate
First Aid
make safe
notify authorities
use appropriate personal protective equipment.

Equipment includes but is not limited to
generator
hoses
load shifting equipment
pumps
storage containers (e.g. crates)
tarpaulin
vacuums
waste collection vehicles
waste identification signage.

Hazardous waste may include
biological products
blood products
broken metal
chemicals
electrical wiring
gases/fumes
glass
hospital waste
leaking containers
needles/syringes
oil/petrol.

Manufacturers' specifications
are found in equipment specifications and operator manuals.

Performance of this unit is carried out in accordance with relevant requirements of the following
Australian Standards
environmental regulations
legislative requirements
manufacturers' specifications
OHS regulations and procedures
organisational procedures
relevant state/territory regulations.

Personal protective equipment required
will be cleaned/maintained, stored, worn/fitted in accordance with equipment specifications, company requirements, manufacturers' specifications, and occupational health and safety and other legislation.

Potential risks and hazards
are those risks and hazards identified by the organisation that could lead to injury or illness of employees, contractors, visitors or the public; damage to plant, vehicles or property; or that could cause harm to the environment.
This relates to on-site and off-site activities (whether company owned or occupied premises, customer/client premises or public property) over which it could be expected the organisation had control.
Risks and hazards may include:
broken glass/metal
compaction equipment
contamination
dust
fire
gases and fumes
hazardous waste (e.g. sharps)
injuries resulting from manual handling and repetitive work
narrow driveways
other vehicles and equipment
overhanging signs
projectiles
spark-producing equipment
unguarded conveyor belt
weather.

Regulated waste identification signage requirements may include
classification of dangerous goods
communications equipment
eyewash kit
fire extinguishers
First Aid kit
hazardous class
HAZCHEM codes
packaging group number.

Relevant legislation and codes cover state and federal
duty of care
industry codes of conduct
occupational health and safety
Australian Standards
environmental protection legislation.

Safe operating procedures include
any activity or operation conducted on site to ensure health and safety of personnel/equipment in the area.

Waste recovery requirements include
access to storage facility and recovery site
arrival and departure times
destination
emergency and personal protective equipment
environmental conditions
legislative requirements for recovery
method of containment
potential risks and hazards of recovery
recovery equipment
recovery method
security
signage
technical analysis
type/amount of waste to be recovered
waste compatibilities.

Waste types include
solid (non-hazardous) e.g. construction and demolition
liquid (non-hazardous) e.g. chemical and aqueous
hazardous - regulated, prescribed, quarantined, medical and clinical
recoverable resources e.g. recyclable and green waste.

Critical aspects of competency
Interpretation of waste recovery requirements.
Organisation of equipment and personnel requirements.
Identification of potential risks and hazards to waste recovery.
Coordination of recovery.

Knowledge needed to achieve the performance criteria
Knowledge and understanding are essential to apply this unit in the workplace, to transfer the skills to other contexts, and to deal with unplanned events. The knowledge requirements for this unit are listed below.
Measurement, including weights and volumes.
Site waste management processes.
Site waste management plan.
Potential risks and hazards.
Waste recovery requirements.
Types of recovery equipment.
Signalling techniques.
Emergency response procedures.
Company requirements.
Occupational health and safety requirements.
Duty of care in provision of services.
Relevant industry standards.
Relevant legislation.
Relevant environmental regulations.
OHS hierarchy of control.

Specific skills needed to achieve the performance criteria

To achieve the performance criteria, some complementary skills are required. These are:

oral communication skills including questioning, listening, following instructions and giving information signalling
interpersonal skills
written communication skills for report writing
reading and interpreting job requirements
methodical organisation of work
record keeping
computer skills
using communications equipment (two-way radio and mobile phone)
hazard identification
time management
safe and efficient work practices.

Other units of competency that could be assessed with this unit

This unit could be assessed on its own or in combination with other competencies relevant to the job function, for example:

PRMWM15B Move waste using load shifting equipment
PRMWM44B Identify wastes and hazards
PRMCMN201A Participate in workplace safety arrangements
PRMCMN203A Provide effective client service
BSBCMN215B Participate in environmental work practices.

Resources required to assess this unit

The following resources should be available:

waste recovery requirements
company policy and procedure
OHS requirements
personal protective equipment
recovery site
wastes for recovery
recovery equipment.

Gaining evidence to assess this unit
For valid and reliable assessment of this unit, the competency should be demonstrated over a period of time and be observed by the assessor (or assessment team working together to conduct the assessment). The competency is to be demonstrated in a range of situations, which may include customer/workplace interruptions and involvement in related activities normally experienced in the workplace.
Evidence of competency is best obtained by observing activities in the recovery of waste at the generator's site. If this is not practicable, observations in realistic simulated environments may be substituted.

Consistency in performance
Assessment requires that the plan meets the objectives of the client and that it complies with industry expectations in the particular client environment. If the environment is narrowly defined or is not representative of industry needs, it may be necessary to refer to portfolio case studies of a variety of waste requirements to assess competency in the organisation of waste recovery.
Oral questioning or written assessment and hypothetical situations (scenarios) may be used to assess underpinning knowledge. (In assessment situations where the candidate is offered a preference between oral questioning and written audit, questions are to be identical.)
Supplementary evidence may be obtained from relevant authenticated correspondence from existing supervisors, team leaders or specialist training staff.
Note: All practical demonstrations must adhere to the safety and environmental regulations relevant to each state or territory.

Communicating ideas and information
Discuss with clients and colleagues and demonstrating physically, appropriate site recovery while ensuring safe and efficient waste practices. (2)

Collecting analysing and organising information
Gather information from a number of sources (including regulatory sources and company requirements) about waste recovery organisation in order for accurate demonstrations to occur. (1)

Planning and organising activities
Plan detailed waste recovery process. (2)

Working with others and in teams
Discuss with transport, contractors, and/or work colleagues relevant waste recovery operations. (1)

Using mathematical ideas and techniques
Document mathematical components of the waste recovery process. (1)

Solving problems
Discuss with contractors and/or colleagues, possible problems and solutions throughout waste recovery processes while observing company requirements. (1)

Using technology
Demonstrate understanding of technological principles and physical skills to use appropriate equipment such as computer, communication equipment. (1)