Elements and Performance Criteria

Range statement
The range statement indicates the context for demonstrating competence. This statement is a guide and unless otherwise indicated, items may or may not apply as required by the work context.
Work is carried out in accordance with company policies and procedures, licensing requirements, manufacturer's recommendations, legislative requirements, codes of practice and industrial awards and agreements. Codes of practice include the Sugar Milling Operations Industry Code of Practice
Work procedures can involve handling chemicals, implementing environmental controls and collecting, handling and treating or disposing of waste, recycled materials and by-products
Chemical storage procedures include locating chemicals in designated storage locations, storing compatible chemicals in the one location and securing chemicals against spillage, for example through the use of bunding and trays
Responding to non-compliance includes recognising and responding to any event which occurs as part of the work process and presents an unacceptable environmental risk
Where work is conducted in restricted or confined spaces, appropriate training/certification must be provided according to state safety requirements
An environmental aspect is any activity, product or service which has the potential to affect the environment
An environmental impact is the actual problem or consequence which results from an environmental aspect
Risk assessment includes identifying the likelihood that an environmental impact will occur and the magnitude of the problem if it does occur
A control measure is a method or procedure used to prevent or mitigate environmental impacts
Identification of aspects, impacts and application of controls relate to own work responsibilities
Work may require the ability to work within a team environment
Involvement in continuous improvement can include participation in structured improvement programs and day-to-day problem solving

Evidence guide
The assessment process must address all of the following items of evidence.
Ability to:
1. Access workplace information relating to environmental management and responsibilities
2. Use necessary environmental control measures related to work responsibilities
3. Monitor environmental parameters established. Examples include relevant parameters for airborne particulates, noise, odour and water
4. Handle and store chemicals safely
5. Select, fit and use appropriate personal protective clothing and equipment
6. Observe appropriate emergency procedures in the event of non-conformance. This can include following emergency procedures, notifying relevant personnel and reporting the incident in the appropriate format
7. Record workplace information
Knowledge of:
8. Awareness of the environmental management system and procedures
9. Legal obligations and responsibilities
10. Consequences of non-compliance
11. Detailed knowledge of environmental aspects, impacts relevant to own work
12. Range of control measures relevant to own work
13. Safe work procedures
14. Environmental operating parameters
15. Procedures for responding to non-compliance
16. Emergency procedures and personnel
17. Documentation and reporting procedures
18. Waste collection, handling, treatment and disposal requirements
Relationship with other standards
Pre-requisite units
There are no pre-requisite units for this competency standard.
Co-assessment of related units
Other units of competency relevant to the work role should be assessed in conjunction with this unit.
Resources required for assessment
Assessment must occur in a real or simulated workplace where the assessee has access to:
environmental management plan
advice on relevant legislation and codes
work process or sub-system
specifications and other advice on environmental requirements
work instructions and procedures, including environmental operating parameters
waste collection, treatment, recycling and/or disposal methods
environmental aspects and impacts relating to work processes
monitoring system
reporting system
Assessment requirements
For information on how to assess this competency standard and who can assess, refer to the Assessment Guidelines for this Training Package.