Elements and Performance Criteria

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.
Relevant compliance documentation
may include:
legislative, organisation and site requirements and procedures
manufacturer's guidelines and specifications
Australian standards
code of practice
Employment and workplace relations legislation
Equal Employment Opportunity and Disability Discrimination legislation
Environmental policy is:
the statement by the organisation of its intentions and principles in relation to its overall environmental performance which provides a framework for action and for the setting of its environmental objectives and targets
System's procedures are:
the procedures that support and expand on the policy and set out the requirements for implementing the system on individual sites
they provide direction and guidance to those responsible for implementation of the system and in the preparation of site specific work procedures, instruction and practices to put the system into effect
System's procedures may include:
identification of hazards
risk identification
risk assessment
risk treatment
interim solutions
dealing with unplanned incidents and events
consultation
communication
monitoring
review
record keeping
reporting
training
Relevant positions may include:
managers
supervisors
environmental officer/manager
laboratory personnel
all worksite personnel
Environmental Management Systems (EMS) are the part of the overall management system which includes
organisational structure, planning activities, responsibilities, practices, procedures, processes and resources for developing, implementing, achieving, reviewing and maintaining the environmental policy, and so managing the environmental risks associated with the business of the organisation
Resources may include:
people
finance
buildings/facilities
technology
information
Consultation may include:
environmental committees
consultation with health and safety representatives
issue resolution procedures
participative/consultative procedures conducted by supervisory staff within the area of managerial responsibility
Existing and potential hazards can be identified from:
site inspections
checklists
hazard identification processes
hazardous event reports
significant incident reports
Hazard is:
a source of potential harm or a situation with the potential to cause loss
Monitoring may include:
review of written reports
performance appraisal
auditing procedures
Hazard identification is:
the process of recognising that a hazard exists and defining its characteristics
Risk is:
the chance of something happening that will have an impact upon objectives
It is measured in terms of consequence and likelihood
Risk assessment is:
the overall process of risk analysis and risk evaluation
Risk treatment is:
the selection and implementation of appropriate options for dealing with risk
Risk control is:
that part of risk management which involves the implementation of policies, standards, procedures and physical changes to eliminate or minimise adverse risks

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
The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit must be relevant to worksite operations and satisfy all of the requirements of the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge and the range statement of this unit and include evidence of the following:
knowledge of the requirements, procedures and instructions for the establishment and maintenance of the environmental management system
implementation of procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient establishment and maintenance of environmental management systems
the identification of the relevant information and scope of the work required to meet the required outcomes
the identification of viable options and the selection of those that best meet the required outcomes
working with others to undertake and complete the establishment and maintenance of environmental management systems
timely completion of the establishment and maintenance of environmental management system
Context of and specific resources for assessment
This unit must be assessed in the context of the work environment. Where personal safety or environmental damage are limiting factors, assessment may occur in a simulated environment provided it is realistic and sufficiently rigorous to cover all aspects of workplace performance, including task skills, task management skills, contingency management skills and job role environment skills.
The assessment environment should not disadvantage the participant. For example, language, literacy and numeracy demands of assessment should not be greater than those required on the job.
Customisation of assessment and delivery environment to sensitively accommodate cultural diversity.
Aboriginal people and other people from a non English speaking background may have second language issues.
Assessment of this competency requires typical resources normally used in a civil works environment. Selection and use of resources for particular worksites may differ due to site circumstances.
Where applicable, physical resources should include equipment modified for people with disabilities.
Access must be provided to appropriate learning and/or assessment support when required.
Method of assessment
This unit may be assessed in a holistic way with other units of competency. The assessment strategy for this unit must verify required knowledge and skill and practical application using more than one of the following assessment methods:
written and/or oral assessment of the candidate's required knowledge
observed, documented and/or first hand testimonial evidence of the candidate's:
implementation of appropriate procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient achievement of the required outcomes
identification of the relevant information and scope of the work required
identification of viable options and the selection of policies and procedures that best meet the required outcomes
consistently achieving the required outcomes
first hand testimonial and documentary evidence of the candidate's:
working with others to undertake and complete the establishment and maintenance of environmental management systems
timely gaining of approval of the environmental management systems policies and procedures
provision of clear, timely required support and advice on the implementation and maintenance of environmental management systems
Guidance information for assessment
Consult the SkillsDMC User Guide for further information on assessment including access and equity issues.