Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners

MSS027024 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Select, commission and maintain environmental monitoring instruments

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Issue Date: May 2024


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Unit of Competency MSS027024 - Select, commission and maintain environmental monitoring instruments
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to provide fully functioning environmental monitoring instruments to implement a workplace’s environmental management plan and monitoring programs. Personnel are required to identify the need for specific kinds of instruments, determine the suitability of available instruments, procure and commission instruments, check their serviceability and calibration, perform routine maintenance, train staff to operate instruments correctly and maintain relevant records.This unit applies to environmental site coordinators, environmental managers and senior environmental officers working in all industry sectors. The term ‘manager’ is used to refer to management of a function, project and /or program and does not necessarily imply line management.No licensing or certification requirements exist at the time of publication. Relevant legislation, industry standards and codes of practice within Australia must be applied.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.
Prerequisites/co-requisites
Competency Field Environmental management
Development and validation strategy and guide for assessors and learners Student Learning Resources Handouts
Activities 		Slides
PPT 		Assessment 1 Assessment 2 Assessment 3 Assessment 4
Elements of Competency Performance Criteria              
Element: Procure suitable instruments
  • Determine the types and specifications of instruments required by the workplace to implement the environmental management plan or monitoring program
       
Element: Research and read information about the features of suitable instruments and their suppliers
       
Element: Liaise with suppliers and conduct tests to compare the stated performance of available instruments against workplace specifications
       
Element: Seek assistance with evaluating instruments beyond own technical competence
       
Element: Select the most suitable instruments and arrange for their procurement
       
Element: Commission new instruments
  • Read and interpret manufacturer documentation to determine instrument operation, functional test procedures, routine instrument checks and maintenance requirements
       
Element: Check the instrument is calibrated for intended use
       
Element: Conduct component checks and test measurements to confirm instrument performance for intended use
       
Element: Enter all required information about the new instrument in the workplace information management system
       
Element: Develop and document clear procedures for operating, caring for and maintaining the instrument
       
Element: Train instrument operators
  • Identify the knowledge and skills required to operate the instrument safely and reliably in the workplace and to interpret the environmental parameters measured
       
Element: Write a training program for instrument operators using established adult learning principles
       
Element: Train each operator to use the instrument competently for the required measurement applications
       
Element: Record all training outcomes in accordance with regulator’s requirements
  • and workplace procedures
       
Element: Audit operator’s use of instruments at regular intervals to ensure their
       
Element: Maintain instruments fit for purpose
  • Conduct regular instrument checks and minor maintenance in accordance with workplace procedures
       
Element: Check instrument calibration using specified standards and procedures and record all required information
       
Element: Troubleshoot basic faults and determine whether local repair and maintenance is technically possible and economic
       
Element: Arrange for repairs and servicing in accordance with workplace procedures
       
Element: Check instrument performance after repairs and services before approving it for use
       
Element: Complete all required instrument records accurately and legibly and secure in accordance with workplace procedures
       

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
Determine the types and specifications of instruments required by the workplace to implement the environmental management plan or monitoring program 
 
 
 
 
Read and interpret manufacturer documentation to determine instrument operation, functional test procedures, routine instrument checks and maintenance requirements 
 
 
 
 
Identify the knowledge and skills required to operate the instrument safely and reliably in the workplace and to interpret the environmental parameters measured 
 
 
and workplace procedures 
 
Conduct regular instrument checks and minor maintenance in accordance with workplace procedures 
 
 
 
 
 

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