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

RTE2506A Mapping and Delivery Guide
Assess and receive raw materials for composting

Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency RTE2506A - Assess and receive raw materials for composting
Description This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to receive raw material for processing at a compost facility, including measuring quantity for billing and assessing material quality for acceptability against specified enterprise requirements. It also covers following procedures for handling non-conformance.The unit involves the application of knowledge and skills to a limited range of defined tasks and responsibility.
Employability Skills The required outcomes described in this unit of competency contain applicable facets of Employability Skills.
Learning Outcomes and Application Composting is used as a general expression for the processing of organic materials; with this unit being relevant for both aerobic composting and vermiculture technologies.This unit of competency applies to an employee of an enterprise engaged in commercial-scale composting operations. Tasks are likely to be performed by a yard hand or general hand under supervision of an operations team leader or site foreman. Work is likely to be performed as a part of a team.This unit must be read in conjunction with the National Guidelines for Occupational Health and Safety Competency Standards for Operation of Load-Shifting Equipment and Other Types of Specified Equipment [NOHSC: 7019 (1992)].Where work requires the use of load-shifting equipment, appropriate training/certification must be provided according to state and territory safety and licensing requirements.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.
Prerequisites/co-requisites Not applicable.
Competency Field
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: Organise for work.
  • Specifications for raw materials for composting operation, acceptance criteria and receival procedures are confirmed according to supervisor instructions and enterprise procedures.
  • Hand tools appropriate to job requirements are selected and checked for serviceability according to manufacturer specifications and enterprise procedures.
  • Existing and potential hazards to health and safety are identified, assessed and reported according to occupational health and safety (OHS) and enterprise procedures.
  • Suitable personal protective equipment (PPE) is selected, used, maintained and stored according to OHS procedures.
       
Element: Receive raw materials.
  • Raw materials are accurately identified and assessed against specified acceptance criteria.
  • Unacceptable (non-conforming) materials are rejected according to enterprise procedures.
  • Non-conformances are documented and reported according to enterprise procedures.
  • Acceptable raw materials are measured, and quantity is recorded according to enterprise procedures.
  • Fee is calculated based on raw material type and quantity, and charged to customer according to enterprise procedures.
  • Correct fee payment is received and recorded, and receipt is provided according to enterprise procedures.
       
Element: Unload raw materials.
  • Drivers are given clear directions for unloading safely at a specific location.
  • Unloading assistance is provided as required.
  • Raw materials are inspected and assessed against specified acceptance criteria according to enterprise procedures.
  • Unacceptable (non-conforming) materials are rejected according to enterprise procedures.
  • Non-conformances are documented and reported according to enterprise procedures.
  • Designated unloading areas are clearly identified and monitored to ensure compliance with unloading instructions, containment and segregation of materials, and availability of storage capacity.
       
Element: Remove contaminants and stockpile acceptable raw materials.
  • Physical contaminants are removed from raw materials according to enterprise procedures.
  • Raw materials are segregated, stockpiled and contained in appropriate areas or otherwise managed according to enterprise procedures.
  • Raw material stockpiles are monitored to ensure adequate available storage capacity and containment, and non-conformances are reported to supervisor.
  • Raw material stockpiles are clearly labelled according to job and enterprise procedures.
       


Evidence Required

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Overview of assessment

This unit of competency could be assessed on its own or in combination with other units of competency relevant to the job function. For example it may be assessed with TDTD2298B Conduct weighbridge operations and after RTE2507A Recognise raw materials, production processes and products on a composting site.

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

The critical requirements for this unit of competency as a whole are listed below.

Assessment must confirm one's ability to:

inspect and assess raw materials for contamination and acceptability against established criteria

measure and assess quantity of raw material

handle and report non-conformances

record raw material quantity and calculate fee

maintain appropriate documentation

identify hazards in handling raw materials and implement risk control measures

provide clear directions to drivers entering site.

Context and specific resources for assessment

Assessment for this unit of competency is to be largely practical in nature and must be assessed in a commercial-scale composting facility or in a situation that reproduces and/or simulates operational conditions.

For valid assessment, candidates should have opportunities to participate in a range of exercises, case studies and other real and simulated practical and knowledge assessments that demonstrate the skills and knowledge specified in this unit.

The candidate should also have access to the following resources:

weighbridge and scales

load-shifting equipment

hand tools/equipment for removing physical contaminants

PPE

raw materials for assessment

acceptability criteria and procedures for raw materials

forms (e.g. for recording quantity and reporting non-conformance).

Guidance information for assessment

To ensure consistency in performance, competency should be demonstrated on more than one occasion over a period of time in order to cover a variety of circumstances, cases and responsibilities and, where possible, over a number of assessment activities.

The skills and knowledge required to demonstrate competency must allow for application in a broad industry context, and should be transferable to a range of work environments, including the ability to deal with unplanned events. For example, this could include work within composting operations of varying scale; processing a range of different raw materials; producing a range of different composts and value-added products to meet the demands of different markets; located in an urban or rural context with varying environmental constraints; and using various equipment, practices, technologies and management systems.

Submission Requirements

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Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

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This section describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level, required for this unit.

Required skills include:

basic mathematics for volume estimation and calculation of quantities and fees

literacy levels sufficient to:

read and follow enterprise policies and procedures

read site operating guidelines to confirm acceptance criteria

operating a weighbridge

oral communication skills to:

give directions to drivers

confirm instructions from supervisor

performing basic administration procedures such as producing a receipt and operating a cash register.

Required knowledge includes:

characteristics of a range of raw materials

enterprise policies and procedures, including OHS procedures

safety risks to self and product posed by contaminants in raw materials and products

standard risk control measures used in the industry to minimise risk associated with handling raw materials and products.

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording in the performance criteria is detailed below. Add any essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts.

Raw materials assessed and/or received on the site may include:

animal mortalities

biosolids such as sewage sludge

crop residuals

dairy waste

fats and oils

food organics:

food waste

kitchen waste

food processing waste

forestry residuals

manures

organic sludges

paper mill wastes

paper-based materials

plant materials such as:

garden organics

green organics

green waste

yard waste

sawdust and wood shavings

sewage facility grit and screenings

wood and timber (non-treated)

other organic waste or by-product of processing.

Hand tools required may include:

bins and buckets

grabbers

mechanical hands

other physical contaminant removal hand tools and receptacles

shovels and scoops.

OHS hazards may include:

biological hazards

ergonomic hazards associated with manual handling

physical hazards such as:

compressed air and water

dust

hammer mills and grinders

hot or cold weather conditions

noise

shredders

underfoot conditions

vehicles and mobile machinery

sharps or other physical contaminants in materials.

PPE required may include:

dust masks

earmuffs

fire extinguishers

gloves

hard hats

high visibility vests

protective clothing

safety footwear

safety glasses.

Methods for measuring raw materials may include:

scale

volume estimates

weighbridge.

Contaminants that may need to be removed from raw materials include:

biological contaminants such as pathogens

chemical contaminants such as:

pesticides

heavy metals

physical contaminants such as:

glass, plastics and metals

rubble, stone and soil

sharps

other non-biodegradable materials.

Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Specifications for raw materials for composting operation, acceptance criteria and receival procedures are confirmed according to supervisor instructions and enterprise procedures. 
Hand tools appropriate to job requirements are selected and checked for serviceability according to manufacturer specifications and enterprise procedures. 
Existing and potential hazards to health and safety are identified, assessed and reported according to occupational health and safety (OHS) and enterprise procedures. 
Suitable personal protective equipment (PPE) is selected, used, maintained and stored according to OHS procedures. 
Raw materials are accurately identified and assessed against specified acceptance criteria. 
Unacceptable (non-conforming) materials are rejected according to enterprise procedures. 
Non-conformances are documented and reported according to enterprise procedures. 
Acceptable raw materials are measured, and quantity is recorded according to enterprise procedures. 
Fee is calculated based on raw material type and quantity, and charged to customer according to enterprise procedures. 
Correct fee payment is received and recorded, and receipt is provided according to enterprise procedures. 
Drivers are given clear directions for unloading safely at a specific location. 
Unloading assistance is provided as required. 
Raw materials are inspected and assessed against specified acceptance criteria according to enterprise procedures. 
Unacceptable (non-conforming) materials are rejected according to enterprise procedures. 
Non-conformances are documented and reported according to enterprise procedures. 
Designated unloading areas are clearly identified and monitored to ensure compliance with unloading instructions, containment and segregation of materials, and availability of storage capacity. 
Physical contaminants are removed from raw materials according to enterprise procedures. 
Raw materials are segregated, stockpiled and contained in appropriate areas or otherwise managed according to enterprise procedures. 
Raw material stockpiles are monitored to ensure adequate available storage capacity and containment, and non-conformances are reported to supervisor. 
Raw material stockpiles are clearly labelled according to job and enterprise procedures. 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

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