Elements and Performance Criteria

Appropriate person may include
client, supervisor and team member.

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

Company requirements
are found in job sheet, management strategy, manuals, verbal or written instructions and work procedures.

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

Equipment includes but is not limited to
collection container, load shifting equipment, measurement equipment and tarpaulin.

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

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
equipment/plant isolation and shut-down
evacuation
First Aid
make safe
notification of authorities
use of appropriate personal protective equipment.

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.

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

Review of implementation of waste management plan may include but is not limited to
achievement of objectives
analysis of wastes
audits
quality control checks
review of effectiveness of new procedures and processes
samples
waste counts.

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

Waste generator includes
all forms of business enterprises in this context, including private and public companies, and local governments/councils.

Waste management strategy may include
changes to processes and procedures
education and resource requirements
feasibility study of waste management options
future reviews and audits
past waste audit information
prioritisation of waste management strategies
recycling requirements
reduction
re-use
schedules
waste management objectives.

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 strategy requirements.
Implementation of new processes and procedures.
Organisation of education and training.
Monitoring outcomes of strategy.

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.
Waste minimisation hierarchy.
Site waste management processes and procedures.
Site waste management plan.
Waste management techniques.
Quality control measures.
Waste sampling methods and techniques.
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, giving instructions, giving information, training, signalling
interpersonal skills
written communication skills
reading and interpreting strategy
change implementation
waste assessment
quality control inspection
methodical organisation of work
record keeping
computer skills
use of emergency and personal protective equipment
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:

PRMWM27B Select and obtain waste management plant, equipment and materials
PRMWM30B Determine waste management services
PRMWM32B Inform and educate clients on waste management issues
PRMWM33B Educate public on waste management issues
BSBCMN413B Implement and monitor environmental policies.

Resources required to assess this unit

The following resources should be available:

waste management plan
strategies for plan implementation
waste management practices and procedures
relevant environmental protection legislative requirements.

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 this field and reviewing the implementation of a waste management plan under normal industry operating conditions. 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 implementation of a waste management plan.
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
Provide education and training opportunities to support personnel throughout waste management plan. (2)

Collecting analysing and organising information
Gather information from a number of sources (including regulatory sources and company requirements) about the implementation of a waste management plan. (1)

Planning and organising activities
Plan detailed requirements throughout the implementation of waste management plan. (2)

Working with others and in teams
Work with relevant personnel issues about the implementation of the waste management plan. (2)

Using mathematical ideas and techniques
Document mathematical components of the waste implementation plan. (1)

Solving problems
Identify possible problems and solutions which may arise throughout the implementation of waste management plan. (2)

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