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Apply environmental and sustainability best practice in a marine workplace
Apply environmental and sustainability best practice in a marine workplace
Unit of competency
National Code
AURREA2001
AURREA2001
State Code
WF309
WF309
TGA Status
Deleted
Deleted
DTWD Status
Deleted
Deleted
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
11/07/2013
Field of Education
050999 - Environmental Studies, N.e.c.
Original Release Date
11/07/2013
Nominal Hours
20
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes required to identify and apply environmental regulations and sustainability best practice to work safely and avoid potential environmental hazards in the maintenance and service of marine vessels.Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements may apply to this unit in some jurisdictions. Users are advised to check with the relevant regulatory authority.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Identify and apply environment regulations
- 1.1. Reasons for ethical environmental practice in an marine mechanical workplace are identified
- 1.2. Environmental responsibilities and penalties for individual breaches of legislation and regulations are identified
- 1.3. Documents and procedures relevant to environmental safety and hazards are located and determined
- 1.4. Safety equipment and other material necessary to support environmentally sound practices are identified and sourced
2. Identify and avoid hazards to water, foreshores and marine environments
- 2.1. Wastewater or contaminants are contained to restrict entry to water systems, foreshores or marine environments
- 2.2. Vessel and component maintenance, service and repair is undertaken in an environmentally responsible manner to avoid hazards to water systems, foreshores and marine environments
- 2.3. Preparation areas are checked to ensure accidental spillage cannot escape into water systems, foreshores and marine environments
- 2.4. Spill kit is identified and located in preparation to prevent damage to the marine environment
- 2.5. Waste containment areas are identified and inspected to avoid contamination of the surrounding area
3. Identify and avoid hazards to air quality
- 3.1. Hazardous airborne particles, including anti-foulant are identified, minimised and contained
- 3.2. Hazardous gases and fumes are identified, minimised and contained
- 3.3. Clean-up of guns, general tools, equipment and spray and painting equipment is conducted in an environmentally safe manner
4. Identify and avoid noise hazards
- 4.1. Hazardous noise activities are identified, prevented, reduced and contained
- 4.2. Hazardous noise activities are carried out within approved operating hours and regulations
5. Identify and apply sustainability best practice
- 5.1. Sustainability best practice is identified and applied to minimise waste and potential damage to the environment according to workplace policies and procedures
- 5.2. Methods to reduce resource consumption (water, electricity, fossil fuels, chemicals) are identified and applied
- 5.3. Environmental damage and breaches of environmental regulations are reported
RANGE STATEMENT
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
Ethical environmental practicemay include:
correct disposal methods for waste and cleaning and/or washing of internal and external surfaces, glass surfaces and wet areas
painting with anti-foulant based products
compliance with legislative obligations
hazardous materials handling best practice applications
organisation insurance requirements
discretion, judgement and problem-solving skills in undertaking environmentally sound work practices.
Documents and procedures may include:
material safety data sheets (MSDS)
environmental legislation
health regulations
hazardous substances register
site environmental policy
workplace environmental procedures and safety instructions
dangerous goods code safe operating procedures.
Hazards may include:
toxic fumes and substances
flammable materials and fire hazards
spillages
waste and debris especially on floors, ladders, trolleys
electricity and water
toxic substances
damaged packing material or containers
broken or damaged equipment
unsafe lifting practices.
Safety equipment and other material may include:
personal protective equipment (PPE) including:
eye protection
hearing protection
gloves
other suitable protective clothing
safety footwear
spill kit
absorbent materials
drip and catchment trays
waste bags
waste segregation systems
Contaminants may include:
solid or liquid wastes
oil, fuel and grease
hydrocarbon based degreasing agents and solvents
acids
alkaline wastes
tributylin, arsenic, mercury and DDT
paint, lacquer, varnish
anti-foulant based products
glues and adhesive compounds
household chemicals and pesticides.
Sustainability best practice may include:
recycling waste
energy conservation practices
natural resources (water, etc.) conservation practices
reusing
environmental (green) purchasing practices
noise minimisation.
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
Ethical environmental practicemay include:
correct disposal methods for waste and cleaning and/or washing of internal and external surfaces, glass surfaces and wet areas
painting with anti-foulant based products
compliance with legislative obligations
hazardous materials handling best practice applications
organisation insurance requirements
discretion, judgement and problem-solving skills in undertaking environmentally sound work practices.
Documents and procedures may include:
material safety data sheets (MSDS)
environmental legislation
health regulations
hazardous substances register
site environmental policy
workplace environmental procedures and safety instructions
dangerous goods code safe operating procedures.
Hazards may include:
toxic fumes and substances
flammable materials and fire hazards
spillages
waste and debris especially on floors, ladders, trolleys
electricity and water
toxic substances
damaged packing material or containers
broken or damaged equipment
unsafe lifting practices.
Safety equipment and other material may include:
personal protective equipment (PPE) including:
eye protection
hearing protection
gloves
other suitable protective clothing
safety footwear
spill kit
absorbent materials
drip and catchment trays
waste bags
waste segregation systems
Contaminants may include:
solid or liquid wastes
oil, fuel and grease
hydrocarbon based degreasing agents and solvents
acids
alkaline wastes
tributylin, arsenic, mercury and DDT
paint, lacquer, varnish
anti-foulant based products
glues and adhesive compounds
household chemicals and pesticides.
Sustainability best practice may include:
recycling waste
energy conservation practices
natural resources (water, etc.) conservation practices
reusing
environmental (green) purchasing practices
noise minimisation.
EVIDENCE GUIDE
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Overview of assessment
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit must be relevant to workplace operations and satisfy all of the requirements of the performance criteria and required skills and knowledge.
A person who demonstrates competency in this unit must be able to:
apply environmental regulations and sustainability best practice in a marine mechanical service and repair workplace
identify materials used in an marine mechanical workplace and assess their potential environmental impact
use a spill kit
report environmental damage and breaches of environmental regulations.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Competency is to be assessed in the workplace or a simulated workplace environment that accurately reflects performance in a real workplace setting.
Assessment is to occur:
using standard workplace practices and procedures
following safety requirements
applying environmental constraints.
Assessment is to comply with relevant:
regulatory requirements
Australian standards
industry codes of practice.
The following resources must be made available for the assessment of this unit:
access to environmental legislation, regulations and best practice models including access to workplace documents and reference images
access to a marine maintenance and service workplace or simulated environment that accurately reflects workshop working conditions, including conditions for the removal and application of anti-foulants, recycling bins, liquid, sludge and solid wastes
access to PPE and other equipment of the type intended to be used in response to an environmental incident or accident.
Method of assessment
Assessment must satisfy the endorsed Assessment Guidelines of this Training Package.
Assessment methods must confirm consistency and accuracy of performance (over time and in a range of workplace relevant contexts) together with the application of required skills and knowledge.
Assessment methods must be by direct observation of tasks and include questioning on required skills and knowledge to ensure correct interpretation and application.
Competence in this unit may be assessed in conjunction with other units which together form part of an holistic work role.
Where applicable, reasonable adjustment must be made to work environments and training situations to accommodate the needs of diverse clients.
Assessment processes and techniques must be culturally sensitive and appropriate to the language, literacy and numeracy capacity of the candidate and the work being performed.
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Overview of assessment
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit must be relevant to workplace operations and satisfy all of the requirements of the performance criteria and required skills and knowledge.
A person who demonstrates competency in this unit must be able to:
apply environmental regulations and sustainability best practice in a marine mechanical service and repair workplace
identify materials used in an marine mechanical workplace and assess their potential environmental impact
use a spill kit
report environmental damage and breaches of environmental regulations.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Competency is to be assessed in the workplace or a simulated workplace environment that accurately reflects performance in a real workplace setting.
Assessment is to occur:
using standard workplace practices and procedures
following safety requirements
applying environmental constraints.
Assessment is to comply with relevant:
regulatory requirements
Australian standards
industry codes of practice.
The following resources must be made available for the assessment of this unit:
access to environmental legislation, regulations and best practice models including access to workplace documents and reference images
access to a marine maintenance and service workplace or simulated environment that accurately reflects workshop working conditions, including conditions for the removal and application of anti-foulants, recycling bins, liquid, sludge and solid wastes
access to PPE and other equipment of the type intended to be used in response to an environmental incident or accident.
Method of assessment
Assessment must satisfy the endorsed Assessment Guidelines of this Training Package.
Assessment methods must confirm consistency and accuracy of performance (over time and in a range of workplace relevant contexts) together with the application of required skills and knowledge.
Assessment methods must be by direct observation of tasks and include questioning on required skills and knowledge to ensure correct interpretation and application.
Competence in this unit may be assessed in conjunction with other units which together form part of an holistic work role.
Where applicable, reasonable adjustment must be made to work environments and training situations to accommodate the needs of diverse clients.
Assessment processes and techniques must be culturally sensitive and appropriate to the language, literacy and numeracy capacity of the candidate and the work being performed.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| W2934 | AURR271103A | Apply environmental regulations in the marine service industry | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BDU6 | MAR30318 | Certificate III in Marina Operations | Qualification |
| AWO0 | MAR30315 | Certificate III in Marina Operations | Qualification |
| J841 | AUR30514 | Certificate III in Marine Mechanical Technology | Qualification |
| J375 | AUR20612 | Certificate II in Marine Mechanical Technology | Qualification |