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Plan and manage compliance with environmental regulations in a workplace or business
Plan and manage compliance with environmental regulations in a workplace or business
Unit of competency
National Code
AURC472082A
AURC472082A
State Code
W2847
W2847
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
07/02/2006
Field of Education
050999 - Environmental Studies, N.e.c.
Original Release Date
07/02/2006
Nominal Hours
32
Description
This unit of competency covers the competence to plan and implement management system that ensures the protection of the environment in a workplace or business.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Plan and manage compliance with environmental regulations
- 1.1. Reasons for ethical environmental practice in a workplace or business are identified
- 1.2. Environmental responsibilities of employers and employees in an automotive workplace or business are identified
- 1.3. Penalties for enterprise and individual breaches of the legislation are identified
- 1.4. Waste products are minimised and facilities provided for waste materials to be stored in bins for recycling or disposal
- 1.5. Collection and recycling arrangements are implemented for liquids, sludge, solids and other waste
- 1.6. Suppliers with minimal excess packaging on goods received are sourced and packaging on goods received is sorted and disposed of appropriately
- 1.7. Waste and energy conservation strategies are identified and implemented
2. Manage potential hazards to stormwater system to avoid contamination
- 2.1. Systems are in place to ensure wastewater does not enter the stormwater system
- 2.2. All drains and flows are identified on a worksite map directly indicating where they flow
- 2.3. Trade waste permits are in place
- 2.4. Undercover and bunded or drained areas are provided and used for the storage of all materials containing environmentally hazardous substances
- 2.5. Spill kit is provided and used to prevent stormwater contamination
- 2.6. Workplace is kept clean to prevent unintentional stormwater pollution
3. Manage potential hazards to air quality to avoid contamination
- 3.1. Hazards of airborne particles are identified, minimised and contained
- 3.2. Hazards of gases and fumes are identified, minimised and contained
- 3.3. A well-ventilated area is provided for any welding activities
4. Minimisation of noise hazards is planned and managed
- 4.1. Noise creating activities are minimised and carried out within approved operating hours
- 4.2. Fixed machinery is fitted with silencers or surrounded by noise containment material
5. Management systems
- 5.1. An environmental policy and contingency plan suitable to the needs of the business is developed and implemented
- 5.2. Waste to landfill is calculated and possible savings through reuse and recycling are calculated
- 5.3. Payback period on environmental equipment is calculated
- 5.4. Manage staff adherence to environmental responsibilities
- 5.5. Environmental documents are maintained and stored securely in a form accessible for reporting procedures
Any automotive business excluding body repair, marine and mechanical involving the removal of components containing oils or other fluids
Work involves the activities of an automotive business including the planning and management of the occupations of glazing, accessory fitting, window tinting, trimming, and bicycles
This unit is applicable to qualifications at both the Certificate IV and V level. In recreational boating, vehicle body and some technical areas involving the removal of components containing oils or other fluids, specific environmental unit of competence should be used
Work is carried out in accordance with OH&S legislation, material safety data sheets, hazardous substances and dangerous goods code and local safe operating procedures
Work is carried out in accordance with legislative obligations, environmental legislation, health regulations, and manual handling procedures and organisation insurance requirements
Work requires individuals to demonstrate discretion, judgement and problem solving skills to improve environmental performance by reducing environmental risk and waste
Competence may be demonstrated in any automotive business excluding, body repair, marine and mechanical involving the removal of components containing oils or other fluids
Tools and equipment are to include spill kits, recycling bins and drums
Materials data safety sheets, environmental documents, manufacturer/component supplier specifications, costing of equipment and waste removal
May also include staff environmental induction material
Personal protective equipment is to include that prescribed under legislation, regulations and enterprise policies and practices
Environmental legislation, regulations and advice
Workplace procedures relating to the use of tools and equipment
Work instructions and procedures
Worksite environmental policy
Workplace procedures relating to reporting and communication
Manufacturer/component supplier specifications and operational procedures
Local council and waterways regulations
Work involves the activities of an automotive business including the planning and management of the occupations of glazing, accessory fitting, window tinting, trimming, and bicycles
This unit is applicable to qualifications at both the Certificate IV and V level. In recreational boating, vehicle body and some technical areas involving the removal of components containing oils or other fluids, specific environmental unit of competence should be used
Work is carried out in accordance with OH&S legislation, material safety data sheets, hazardous substances and dangerous goods code and local safe operating procedures
Work is carried out in accordance with legislative obligations, environmental legislation, health regulations, and manual handling procedures and organisation insurance requirements
Work requires individuals to demonstrate discretion, judgement and problem solving skills to improve environmental performance by reducing environmental risk and waste
Competence may be demonstrated in any automotive business excluding, body repair, marine and mechanical involving the removal of components containing oils or other fluids
Tools and equipment are to include spill kits, recycling bins and drums
Materials data safety sheets, environmental documents, manufacturer/component supplier specifications, costing of equipment and waste removal
May also include staff environmental induction material
Personal protective equipment is to include that prescribed under legislation, regulations and enterprise policies and practices
Environmental legislation, regulations and advice
Workplace procedures relating to the use of tools and equipment
Work instructions and procedures
Worksite environmental policy
Workplace procedures relating to reporting and communication
Manufacturer/component supplier specifications and operational procedures
Local council and waterways regulations
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Plan and manage safe handling requirements for equipment, products and materials, including use of personal protective equipment
Plan and mange environmental protection procedures
Identify materials used in the business and assess and manage their environmental impact
Plan and manage work instructions, operating procedures and inspection processes to:
minimise the risk of injury to self or others
maintain a clean workplace
prevent damage and wastage of goods, equipment and products
dispose of waste in accordance with legislative requirements and best practice
maintain production output, and product and service quality
Report environmental damage or spills
Plan and manage operator maintenance on equipment to ensure environmental efficiency
Manage effective planning and teamwork related to environmental best practice
Develop/implement or audit an existing business environmental policy which covers at a minimum: waste, recycling, hazards to stormwater, air quality, noise, energy minimisation and costs
Modify activities to cater for variations in workplace context and environment
Underpinning knowledge
Aspects of environmental legislation and its relationship with OH&S, finance and risk management
Requirements for trade waste permits
Spill clean-up procedures
Characteristics and potential environmental impact of products used in the business
Philosophy of sustainability through prevention, reuse, reduce, recycle
Procedures for rectifying machinery faults and material defects
Actions to be taken in case of environmental threat in the workplace
Reporting procedures for environmental damage occurring in the workplace
Cleaner production and eco-efficient strategies to avoid the production of waste
Specific key competencies, underpinning and employability skills required to achieve the performance criteria
These include a number of processes that are learned throughout work and life, which are required in most jobs. Some of these are covered by the national key competencies, although others may be added. The details below highlight how these competencies are to be applied in the attainment of this unit.
Application of the key competencies in this unit are to satisfy the nominated level in which:
Level 1 - relates to working effectively within set conditions and processes;
Level 2 - relates to management or facilitation of conditions or processes; and
Level 3 - relates to design, development and evaluation of conditions or process.
How will the candidate apply the following key competency in this unit? The candidate will need to:
Collect, analyse and organise information
Collect, organise and understand information related to environmental procedures from legislation, regulations, policies, guidelines, standards and workplace best practices in an automotive business
(Level 3)
Communicate ideas and information
Communicate ideas and information to ensure all work undertaken is in accordance with environmental best practice. Support from stakeholders is actively sought for implementing suitable innovation and continuous improvement
(Level 3)
Plan and organise activities
Plan and organise activities including the preparation of equipment and materials recycling and waste management systems and the selection of worksite to avoid environmental contamination, back tracking, workflow interruptions or wastage
(Level 3)
Work with others and in a team
Promote work with others and in a team by recognising dependencies and using cooperative approaches to minimise wastage, optimise workflow and productivity
(Level 2)
Use mathematical ideas and techniques
Use mathematical ideas and techniques to complete measurements and estimate material requirements required for the work and calculate wastage rates of various methods
(Level 3)
Solve problems
Use planning, checking and inspection techniques to avoid environmental contamination and wastage
(Level 3)
Use technology
Use the workplace technology related to environmental protection and recycling equipment
(Level 2)
Context of, and specific resources for assessment
Assessment may occur on the job or in a workplace simulated facility with process equipment, materials, work instructions and deadlines
Method of assessment
Assessment methods must confirm consistency of performance over time and in a range of workplace relevant contexts
Assessment should be by direct observation of tasks and questioning on underpinning knowledge
Assessment should be conducted over time and should be in conjunction with assessment of other units of competence
Assessment of this unit of competence is most likely to be project related under real or simulated conditions and require portfolios or other forms of indirect evidence of process. Direct evidence may include certification of compliance of the final outcome/product or authorisation for use by a component authority
Assessment must confirm the inference that competence is able not only to be satisfied under the particular circumstances, but is able to be transferred to other circumstances
Specific resource requirements for this unit
The following should be made available:
access to an automotive business which includes waste materials of various types, recycling bins, liquid, sludge and solid wastes
resources may include pressure washing and facilities for the use of recycled water
Plan and manage safe handling requirements for equipment, products and materials, including use of personal protective equipment
Plan and mange environmental protection procedures
Identify materials used in the business and assess and manage their environmental impact
Plan and manage work instructions, operating procedures and inspection processes to:
minimise the risk of injury to self or others
maintain a clean workplace
prevent damage and wastage of goods, equipment and products
dispose of waste in accordance with legislative requirements and best practice
maintain production output, and product and service quality
Report environmental damage or spills
Plan and manage operator maintenance on equipment to ensure environmental efficiency
Manage effective planning and teamwork related to environmental best practice
Develop/implement or audit an existing business environmental policy which covers at a minimum: waste, recycling, hazards to stormwater, air quality, noise, energy minimisation and costs
Modify activities to cater for variations in workplace context and environment
Underpinning knowledge
Aspects of environmental legislation and its relationship with OH&S, finance and risk management
Requirements for trade waste permits
Spill clean-up procedures
Characteristics and potential environmental impact of products used in the business
Philosophy of sustainability through prevention, reuse, reduce, recycle
Procedures for rectifying machinery faults and material defects
Actions to be taken in case of environmental threat in the workplace
Reporting procedures for environmental damage occurring in the workplace
Cleaner production and eco-efficient strategies to avoid the production of waste
Specific key competencies, underpinning and employability skills required to achieve the performance criteria
These include a number of processes that are learned throughout work and life, which are required in most jobs. Some of these are covered by the national key competencies, although others may be added. The details below highlight how these competencies are to be applied in the attainment of this unit.
Application of the key competencies in this unit are to satisfy the nominated level in which:
Level 1 - relates to working effectively within set conditions and processes;
Level 2 - relates to management or facilitation of conditions or processes; and
Level 3 - relates to design, development and evaluation of conditions or process.
How will the candidate apply the following key competency in this unit? The candidate will need to:
Collect, analyse and organise information
Collect, organise and understand information related to environmental procedures from legislation, regulations, policies, guidelines, standards and workplace best practices in an automotive business
(Level 3)
Communicate ideas and information
Communicate ideas and information to ensure all work undertaken is in accordance with environmental best practice. Support from stakeholders is actively sought for implementing suitable innovation and continuous improvement
(Level 3)
Plan and organise activities
Plan and organise activities including the preparation of equipment and materials recycling and waste management systems and the selection of worksite to avoid environmental contamination, back tracking, workflow interruptions or wastage
(Level 3)
Work with others and in a team
Promote work with others and in a team by recognising dependencies and using cooperative approaches to minimise wastage, optimise workflow and productivity
(Level 2)
Use mathematical ideas and techniques
Use mathematical ideas and techniques to complete measurements and estimate material requirements required for the work and calculate wastage rates of various methods
(Level 3)
Solve problems
Use planning, checking and inspection techniques to avoid environmental contamination and wastage
(Level 3)
Use technology
Use the workplace technology related to environmental protection and recycling equipment
(Level 2)
Context of, and specific resources for assessment
Assessment may occur on the job or in a workplace simulated facility with process equipment, materials, work instructions and deadlines
Method of assessment
Assessment methods must confirm consistency of performance over time and in a range of workplace relevant contexts
Assessment should be by direct observation of tasks and questioning on underpinning knowledge
Assessment should be conducted over time and should be in conjunction with assessment of other units of competence
Assessment of this unit of competence is most likely to be project related under real or simulated conditions and require portfolios or other forms of indirect evidence of process. Direct evidence may include certification of compliance of the final outcome/product or authorisation for use by a component authority
Assessment must confirm the inference that competence is able not only to be satisfied under the particular circumstances, but is able to be transferred to other circumstances
Specific resource requirements for this unit
The following should be made available:
access to an automotive business which includes waste materials of various types, recycling bins, liquid, sludge and solid wastes
resources may include pressure washing and facilities for the use of recycled water
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| WF009 | AURAEA4004 | Manage environmental compliance in an automotive workplace | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| W227 | AUR50105 | Diploma of Automotive Management | Qualification |
| W223 | AUR40105 | Certificate IV in Automotive Management | Qualification |
| D792 | AUR40511 | Certificate IV in Vehicle Loss Assessing | Qualification |