Unit of competency Outline
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Develop workplace policy and procedures for environmental sustainability
Develop workplace policy and procedures for environmental sustainability
Unit of competency
National Code
MSMENV672
MSMENV672
State Code
AXO35
AXO35
TGA Status
Current
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Approved
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
08/08/2016
Field of Education
080301 - Business Management
Original Release Date
08/08/2016
Nominal Hours
50
Description
This unit of competency covers the skills and knowledge required to develop and implement a workplace sustainability policy, including the modification of the policy to suit changed circumstances.This unit of competency applies to team leaders/supervisors/managers who are required to develop approaches to environmental sustainability within workplaces, including the development and implementation of policy.It includes communicating with relevant stakeholders, developing and monitoring sustainability policies and reviewing and improving sustainability policies.This unit of competency applies to all sectors of the manufacturing industry. It may also be applied to all sections of an organisation, including the office and warehouse. This unit will need to be appropriately contextualised as it is applied across an organisation and across different industry sectors. This unit of competency applies to an individual working alone or as part of a team or group and working in liaison with other shift team members and the control room operator, as appropriate.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Develop workplace sustainability policy
- 1.1 Define the scope of sustainability policy
- 1.2 Identify and consult with stakeholders during the policy development process
- 1.3 Review the environmental sustainability strategies relevant to all stages of work covered by the policy
- 1.4 Make recommendations for policy options based on likely effectiveness, timeframes and cost
- 1.5 Develop policy that reflects the organisation's commitment to sustainability as an integral part of the business planning, and as a business opportunity
- 1.6 Agree upon appropriate methods of implementation
2 Communicate the policy
- 2.1 Promote the policy, including its expected outcome to key stakeholders
- 2.2 Inform those involved in implementing the policy as to outcomes expected, activities to be undertaken and responsibilities assigned
3 Implement the policy
- 3.1 Develop and communicate procedures to help implement the policy
- 3.2 Employ strategies for implementation of policy in resource efficiency
- 3.3 Establish recording systems for tracking changes in sustainability approaches and assign responsibilities
4 Review policy implementation
- 4.1 Record outcomes and provide feedback to key personnel and stakeholders
- 4.2 Investigate success or otherwise of policy
- 4.3 Monitor records to identify trends that may require remedial action to implemented policy and procedures
- 4.4 Modify policy and or procedures as required to ensure improvements are made
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Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D3657 | MSAENV672B | Develop workplace policy and procedures for environmental sustainability | Unit of competency |