List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.
Elements describe the essential outcomes. | Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. |
1 | Implement environmental work practices | 1.1 | Workplace practices and work instructions relating to potential environmental impacts are implemented |
1.2 | Relevant legislation, codes of practice and standards that impact on environmental work practices are recognised and followed |
1.3 | Environmental protection measures are implemented |
1.4 | Containment procedures are applied according to workplace procedures where appropriate |
1.5 | Approved waste management procedures and practices are implemented |
1.6 | Signs or symptoms of a potential environmental threat are recognised and reported to appropriate personnel/authorities |
2 | Contribute to improved environmental work practices | 2.1 | Information is gathered and suggestions are made to appropriate personnel for improvements to work practices |
2.2 | Environmental issues and their relationship to work practices are discussed with colleagues and appropriate personnel |
2.3 | Contributions to the review of environmental work practices and policies are made within limits of own responsibility |
3 | Maintain environmental records | 3.1 | Environmental records are accurately prepared according to workplace procedures |
3.2 | Environmental records are stored securely |
Evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria on at least one occasion and include:
applying safety and hazard control procedures when disposing of waste and garbage
making suggestions for improved environmental work practices
preparing and keeping clear and concise environmental records
recognising procedures and following instructions for environmental work practices
reporting environmental hazards and risks in a timely way.
Evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria and include knowledge of:
environmental and resource hazards and risks associated with the maritime industry
environmental laws, regulations and standards relevant to work in the maritime industry
procedures and processes that support environmentally sustainable principles
procedures for reporting environmental hazards and risks
relevant environmental sustainability principles
requirements for waste management and control systems under the International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships (MARPOL Convention)
types and application of waste compactors and crushers suitable for use on board a vessel
use of oil spill equipment and its limitations.
Assessors must satisfy National Vocational Education and Training Regulator (NVR)/Australian Quality Training Framework (AQTF) assessor requirements.
Assessment must occur in workplace operational situations where it is appropriate to do so; where this is not appropriate, assessment must occur in simulated workplace operational situations that reflect workplace conditions.
Assessment processes and techniques must be appropriate to the language, literacy and numeracy requirements of the work being performed and the needs of the candidate.
Resources for assessment must include access to:
tools, equipment, machinery, materials and personal protective equipment currently used in industry
applicable documentation such as legislation, regulations, codes of practice, workplace procedures and operational manuals
range of relevant exercises, case studies and/or simulations.