Elements and Performance Criteria
- Identify waste
- Waste characteristics are identified
- Types of wastes are differentiated by waste stream or waste categories in accordance with state/territory regulatory requirements
- Hazardous and dangerous waste, and non-conforming waste are detailed
- Contaminants present in waste are noted
- Further information on waste is obtained by questioning appropriate personnel to ensure correct identification in accordance with state/territory regulatory requirements
- Identify hazards and assess risk
- Potential hazards present in work environment are identified and recorded in accordance with workplace policies and state/territory regulatory requirements
- Based on hazards identified, risks are assessed and reported in accordance with workplace policies and state/territory regulatory requirements
- Supervisor and team members are accurately informed of job requirements, identified hazards and risk assessment
- Safe work practices that prevent risk behaviour are outlined to supervisor in accordance with workplace policies and procedures
- Implement and evaluate risk controls
- Appropriate risk controls are discussed with supervisor and team members
- Appropriate risk controls are implemented in accordance with workplace policies and procedures
- Risk controls implemented are evaluated for effectiveness and modified as required in accordance with workplace policies and procedures
- Implement emergency procedures