This unit describes the skills and knowledge to gather and analyse information about environmental issues to inform workplace decision making and make valid decisions within a defined scope of responsibility. Personnel are required to implement relevant workplace policies and procedures; consult with and involve interested parties; develop well researched positions; make decisions; provide recommendations and to inform others about decisions.

This unit applies to environmental site coordinators, environmental managers and senior environmental officers working in all industry sectors. They may also work under the supervision of an environmental scientist or engineer, site manager or workplace environmental manager.

No licensing or certification requirements exist at the time of publication. Relevant legislation, industry standards and codes of practice within Australia must be applied.

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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 site, project or program environmental issues or problems that require decisions
Identify the information required for a reliable decision
Identify interested parties, their respective interests, needs and expectations, and assess their ability to contribute
Gather sufficient information using methods that comply with workplace policies and procedures and legislative requirements
Consider feasible options for addressing the issue or problem and the associated risks, costs and benefits of each
Provide timely, authorised information in accordance with workplace policies and procedures and in a form or manner that suits the needs of recipients
Review information collection strategies, engagement activities and contribution to decision-making process to identify opportunities for improvement

Assessment Cover Sheet

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