Assessor Resource

MSS024025
Work and communicate effectively as an environmental technician

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024


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Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

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Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Identify organisation’s business goals, ethics, products and environmental services relevant to role 
Follow environmental management requirements, including sustainable energy principles and work practices relevant to role 
Read and follow organisation’s policy and procedures relating to own employment and reporting, security, confidentiality and reporting lines 
Read and follow work health and safety (WHS) and regulatory requirements, codes of practice, standards, hazards and risks, and control measures relevant to environmental technical services to be provided 
Identify roles and responsibilities of personnel within the environmental function 
Identify typical tasks and calendar of events in work area 
Recognise and locate the equipment and resources required for everyday work 
Read and follow work instructions to perform environmental technical tasks correctly, safely and efficiently 
Clarify and/or confirm work instructions with specified personnel 
Maintain own work area, equipment and materials in a safe and organised manner according to workplace procedures 
Assess and prioritise workload within own area of responsibility 
Advise supervisor of additional resources or support needed to improve performance 
Undertake duties in a positive manner to enhance workplace cooperation and efficiency 
Listen actively and seek clarification when communicating with other people 
Respond to verbal and written messages using appropriate language and communication style 
Record and convey information using clear and concise language suitable for the target audience 
Communicate with respect for the values, concerns and diverse views of others 
Resolve conflict through meaningful negotiation and compromise 
Redirect inquiries or disputes beyond own area of responsibility to relevant personnel 
Adhere to site agreements and protocols to maintain credibility and trust 
Monitor quality of own work and adjust work practices to ensure quality of outputs is maintained 
Identify and report opportunities for improvements in procedures, processes and equipment in work area 
Identify career options and training opportunities in the organisation 
Consult with relevant personnel to identify own learning needs for future work requirements and career options 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

MSS024025 - Work and communicate effectively as an environmental technician
Assessment task 1: [title]

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I declare that the assessment tasks submitted for this unit are my own work.

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Result: Competent Not yet competent

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Assessment Record Sheet

MSS024025 - Work and communicate effectively as an environmental technician

Student name:

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Assessment task 1: [title] Result: Competent Not yet competent

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Overall assessment result: Competent Not yet competent

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