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Operate as an off-sider in the waste management industry

Operate as an off-sider in the waste management industry

Unit of competency
National Code
TLIF3014
State Code
AWM20
TGA Status
Deleted
DTWD Status
Deleted
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
29/02/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
04/08/2016
Field of Education
120505 - Work Practices Programmes
Original Release Date
04/08/2016
Nominal Hours
15
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to operate as an off-sider on a waste collection vehicle, which involves getting in and out of the vehicle or on or off the vehicle at frequent intervals.It includes following work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements, assessing risks, mitigating risks, and using communications systems effectively. This unit applies to new and experienced workers who take on the role of off-sider in the waste management industry.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Follow WHS/OHS requirements
  • 1.1 Personal protective equipment is selected and worn
  • 1.2 Unsuitable personal protective equipment is reported
  • 1.3 Platforms are stood on with both feet and handles are held with two hands with an appropriate grip, in accordance with workplace policies and risk assessment procedures
  • 1.4 Policies and procedures relating to alighting from and boarding vehicle are followed
  • 1.5 Emergency stopping systems are identified and are actioned in accordance with workplace policies and procedures
2 Assess risks
  • 2.1 Occupational hazards are correctly identified, recorded and reported in accordance with workplace policies and procedures
  • 2.2 Occupational risks are assessed, recorded and reported based on identified hazards in accordance with workplace policies and procedures
3 Mitigate risks
  • 3.1 Risk mitigation controls are developed, selected and implemented in accordance with workplace policies and procedures
  • 3.2 Risk mitigation controls are evaluated and amended as required in accordance with workplace policies and procedures
4 Use communications systems effectively
  • 4.1 Communication with driver is undertaken effectively
  • 4.2 Other workplace alerts and signals are identified and explained
  • 4.3 Alerts and signals are followed in accordance with workplace policies and procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WI815 TLIF3014A Operate as an off-sider in the waste management industry Unit of competency