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Manage waste streams

Manage waste streams

Unit of competency
National Code
CPCCDE4007
State Code
OCQ83
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
24/12/2024
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
01/06/2021
Field of Education
039901 - Environmental Engineering
Original Release Date
01/06/2021
Nominal Hours
35
Description
This unit of competency specifies the skills and knowledge required to implement waste recovery practices in the demolition industry.It includes planning and preparing for work, identifying the types of waste to be recovered, locating and engaging cyclers or reprocessors and completing clean-up activities. Completion of the general construction induction training program specified by the model Code of Practice for Construction Work is required for any person who is to carry out construction work. Achievement of CPCWHS1001Prepare to work safely in the construction industrymeets this requirement.Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to demolition work in different states and territories. Candidates are advised to consult with the relevant regulatory authorities.
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Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Plan and prepare for work.
  • 1.1 Obtain, confirm and apply work instructions, including plans, specifications, quality requirements and operational details from required information.
  • 1.2 Complete tasks according to manufacturer specifications and regulatory, legislative and workplace policies and requirements.
  • 1.3 Follow safety requirements in accordance with safety plans and policies.
  • 1.4 Identify and implement signage and barricades.
  • 1.5 Select tools and equipment to carry out tasks that are consistent with the requirements of the job, check for serviceability and rectify and report any faults prior to commencement.
  • 1.6 Identify, prepare and safely handle materials appropriate to the work application and position ready for use.
  • 1.7 Identify environmental requirements for the project.
  • 1.8 Identify the different possible waste streams for the project.
  • 1.9 Identify appropriate disposal locations for each identified waste stream.
2 Select and use appropriate demolition practices.
  • 2.1 Determine and use demolition practices to increase the recovery of materials for recycling and reuse.
  • 2.2 Adjust timelines to take into account additional time required for salvage operations.
3 Identify and sort waste to be recovered.
  • 3.1 Determine waste products to be re-used, recycled or recovered.
  • 3.2 Confirm worksite procedures for segregating and locating recyclable and waste demolition materials with relevant personnel.
  • 3.3 Identify and handle hazardous, dangerous and non-conforming waste.
  • 3.4 Segregate waste into categories according to waste characteristics and reprocessor requirements.
  • 3.5 Set aside waste in a safe, secure and accessible location to await collection or processing.
4 Identify and engage waste recyclers and reprocessors.
  • 4.1 Determine reprocessing site or contractor.
  • 4.2 Engage reprocessor, as required.
  • 4.3 Coordinate collection of materials to be recycled or reprocessed.
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State Code National Code Title Type
BGC5 CPC41020 Certificate IV in Demolition Qualification