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Plan and manage compliance with environmental regulations in the body repair industry
Plan and manage compliance with environmental regulations in the body repair industry
Unit of competency
National Code
AURV471482A
AURV471482A
State Code
W5247
W5247
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
12/06/2006
Field of Education
050999 - Environmental Studies, N.e.c.
Original Release Date
12/06/2006
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit covers the competence to plan and implement a management system that ensures protection of the environment in a body repair business.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Plan and manage compliance with environmental regulations
- 1.1. Reasons for ethical environmental practice in a body repair workshop are identified.
- 1.2. Environmental responsibilities of employers and staff in a body repair workshop are identified.
- 1.3. Penalties for enterprise and employee breaches of 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 sourced and 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.
- 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 waste water does not enter stormwater system.
- 2.2. All drains are identified on a worksite map or directly indicating where they flow.
- 2.3. Trade waste permits are in place.
- 2.4. Impervious paved, undercover and bunded or drained treatment area(s) are provided and used for surface cleaning and preparation.
- 2.5. Undercover and bunded or drained area(s) are provided and used for storage of parts and components containing environmentally hazardous material.
- 2.6. Clearly identifiable storage or recycling containers are provided for liquid wastes.
- 2.7. Oil separator and pits are cleaned and maintained regularly as per manufacturer/component supplier specifications.
- 2.8. Spill kit is provided and used as needed to prevent stormwater contamination by staff trained in its use.
- 2.9. Workplace is kept clean to prevent unintentional stormwater pollution.
3. Manage potential hazards to air quality to avoid contamination
- 3.1. Compliant spray booth is provided and maintained with all spray painting conducted in it.
- 3.2. A well-ventilated room attached to spray booth is provided for paint mixing.
- 3.3. An enclosed booth or chamber is provided for all abrasive sanding to be undertaken in.
- 3.4. A well-ventilated area is provided for welding activities.
- 3.5. All CFCs, HCFCs and blends from air conditioning systems are recovered for recycling or approved disposal during servicing or decommissioning.
- 3.6. Clean up of spray guns and spraying equipment is conducted in an environmentally safe manner.
- 3.7. Hazards of gases and fumes are identified, minimised and contained.
4. Minimisation of noise hazards is planned and managed
- 4.1. Noise generating 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. Manage systems
- 5.1. An environmental policy and contingency plan suitable to the needs of 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. Staff adherence to environmental responsibilities is managed.
- 5.5. Environmental records are accurately and legibly maintained and stored securely in a form accessible for reporting procedures.
Panel removal, repair and replacement
Panel surface cleaning and paint application
Work involves planning and management of normal activities of a body repair shop, including removal and repair of metal and plastic panels and body components, welding, preparation of panels for painting and vehicle painting
This unit is applicable to body repair qualifications at both Certificate IV and V levels
OH&S requirements include legislation, material safety data sheets, hazardous substances and dangerous goods code and safe operating procedures
Work is carried out in accordance with legislative obligations, environmental legislation, OH&S regulations, 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 workplaces involved in the repair of vehicle bodies and replacement or painting of body panels which may be metal or plastic
Tooling and equipment are to include spill kits, recycling bins and drums, spray gun washers, bunded/drained wash bays, spray booths, vacuum/air extraction equipment, oil/water separator, waste water management systems, quick break degreasing compounds and silt traps
Resources may include pressure washing and facilities for the use of recycled water and containment facilities for hazardous substances
Materials data safety sheets, manufacturer/component supplier specifications, environmental records, costings of equipment and waste removal, and may include staff environmental induction materials
Personal protective equipment is to include that prescribed under legislation, regulations and enterprise policies and practices. Face masks are available for rubbing back and painting. Ear muffs
Environmental legislation, regulations and advice
Workplace procedures for use of tooling 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 regulation
Panel surface cleaning and paint application
Work involves planning and management of normal activities of a body repair shop, including removal and repair of metal and plastic panels and body components, welding, preparation of panels for painting and vehicle painting
This unit is applicable to body repair qualifications at both Certificate IV and V levels
OH&S requirements include legislation, material safety data sheets, hazardous substances and dangerous goods code and safe operating procedures
Work is carried out in accordance with legislative obligations, environmental legislation, OH&S regulations, 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 workplaces involved in the repair of vehicle bodies and replacement or painting of body panels which may be metal or plastic
Tooling and equipment are to include spill kits, recycling bins and drums, spray gun washers, bunded/drained wash bays, spray booths, vacuum/air extraction equipment, oil/water separator, waste water management systems, quick break degreasing compounds and silt traps
Resources may include pressure washing and facilities for the use of recycled water and containment facilities for hazardous substances
Materials data safety sheets, manufacturer/component supplier specifications, environmental records, costings of equipment and waste removal, and may include staff environmental induction materials
Personal protective equipment is to include that prescribed under legislation, regulations and enterprise policies and practices. Face masks are available for rubbing back and painting. Ear muffs
Environmental legislation, regulations and advice
Workplace procedures for use of tooling 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 regulation
Critical aspects of evidence
Plan and manage safe handling requirements for equipment, products and materials, including use of personal protective equipment
Plan and manage environmental protection procedures in business
Identify materials used in the repair process and assess and manage their environmental impact
Ensure that effective recycling processes are in place
Plan and manage work instructions, operating procedures and inspection processes to:
minimise risk of injury to self and 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 quality
Report significant environmental damage or spills
Plan and manage maintenance of spray booth and spray equipment to ensure environmental efficiency
Manage effective planning and team work 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, financial and risk management
Requirements for trade waste permits
Spill clean-up procedures
Characteristics and potential environmental impact of products used in the body repair process
Philosophy of sustainability through prevention, reuse, reduce, recycle
Procedures for rectifying machinery faults and material defects
Action to be taken in case of significant environmental threat in the workplace
Reporting procedures for significant environmental damage occurring in the workplace
Cleaner production and eco-efficient strategies to avoid 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 practice in a body repair business
(Level 3)
Communicate ideas and information
Communicate ideas and information to enable work undertaken is in accordance with environmental best practice. Support from stakeholders is actively sought for implementing suitable innovation and continuous improvement
(Level 2)
Plan and organise activities
Plan and organise activities, including preparation of equipment and materials, recycling and waste management system and selection of worksite to avoid environmental contamination, backtracking, 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 work and calculate wastage rates of various methods
(Level 2)
Solve problems
Use planning, checking and inspection techniques to avoid environmental contamination and wastage
(Level 3)
Use technology
Use workplace technology related to environmental protection and recycling equipment
(Level 2)
Context of 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 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 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 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
Access to a body repair workshop with damaged vehicles, metal and plastic panels/components repair equipment and fillers, spray booth, various spray guns, paint mixing equipment, recycling bins, bunded or drained preparation are and/or wash bays, quick break degreasing agents liquid, sludge and solid wastes
Access to: water based, acrylic, two pack paints and thinners/reducers
Access to a bunded or drained system, recycling systems, oil/water separator and trade waste in a body repair workshop
Plan and manage safe handling requirements for equipment, products and materials, including use of personal protective equipment
Plan and manage environmental protection procedures in business
Identify materials used in the repair process and assess and manage their environmental impact
Ensure that effective recycling processes are in place
Plan and manage work instructions, operating procedures and inspection processes to:
minimise risk of injury to self and 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 quality
Report significant environmental damage or spills
Plan and manage maintenance of spray booth and spray equipment to ensure environmental efficiency
Manage effective planning and team work 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, financial and risk management
Requirements for trade waste permits
Spill clean-up procedures
Characteristics and potential environmental impact of products used in the body repair process
Philosophy of sustainability through prevention, reuse, reduce, recycle
Procedures for rectifying machinery faults and material defects
Action to be taken in case of significant environmental threat in the workplace
Reporting procedures for significant environmental damage occurring in the workplace
Cleaner production and eco-efficient strategies to avoid 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 practice in a body repair business
(Level 3)
Communicate ideas and information
Communicate ideas and information to enable work undertaken is in accordance with environmental best practice. Support from stakeholders is actively sought for implementing suitable innovation and continuous improvement
(Level 2)
Plan and organise activities
Plan and organise activities, including preparation of equipment and materials, recycling and waste management system and selection of worksite to avoid environmental contamination, backtracking, 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 work and calculate wastage rates of various methods
(Level 2)
Solve problems
Use planning, checking and inspection techniques to avoid environmental contamination and wastage
(Level 3)
Use technology
Use workplace technology related to environmental protection and recycling equipment
(Level 2)
Context of 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 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 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 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
Access to a body repair workshop with damaged vehicles, metal and plastic panels/components repair equipment and fillers, spray booth, various spray guns, paint mixing equipment, recycling bins, bunded or drained preparation are and/or wash bays, quick break degreasing agents liquid, sludge and solid wastes
Access to: water based, acrylic, two pack paints and thinners/reducers
Access to a bunded or drained system, recycling systems, oil/water separator and trade waste in a body repair workshop
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| WF462 | AURVEN4003 | Plan and manage compliance with environmental regulations in the body repair industry | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| W631 | AUR40208 | Certificate IV in Automotive Technology | Qualification |