Application
This unit requires the individual to treat waste and dispose of it according to enterprise procedures and government regulations. |
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENT | PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
1. Prepare waste | 1.1. Waste is stored according to OHS and EPA requirements 1.2. Waste treatment system is monitored to ensure correct operation and changes to procedures are recommended if required 1.3. Waste is treated, if necessary, to ensure compliance with workplace and EPA standards |
2. Dispose of waste | 2.1. Appropriate disposal is arranged with regard to waste quality, quantity and EPA and government regulations 2.2. Waste is disposed of in an appropriate way to ensure compliance with workplace and EPA standards 2.3. Any subcontractors are checked to ensure that they comply with EPA and government regulations 2.4. Wastage rates are documented or collated for further review |
Required Skills
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Required skills |
OHS in relation to operating machinery such as safely switching off machinery before cleaning is started communication of ideas and information by liaising with printers, waste agencies and subcontractors about requirements for waste disposal collecting, analysing and organising information by using data on waste from EPA and MSDSs to ensure safe and efficient operations planning and organising activities by determining the sequence of operations to ensure safe efficient disposal with minimum disruption to production teamwork when cooperating with printers and subcontractors to ensure efficient handling and disposal of waste mathematical ideas and techniques by calculating volumes, weights and dilution factors problem-solving skills by determining the treatment options for different types of waste use of technology by correctly using waste disposal equipment |
Required knowledge |
disposal procedures consequences of a company having excess waste segregating and packaging requirements for correct disposal handling procedures OHS regulations on the handling of waste appropriate handling method result of incorrectly handling waste appropriate storage method documentation and statutory requirements checking results obtained against enterprise and statutory details details that are recorded when recording results of liquid waste treatment maintaining waste testing equipment OHS concerns related to cleaning and maintaining testing equipment need for the equipment be kept clean and maintained information sources manuals, safety and other documentation that are relevant to this task and where are they kept and information that is included in these documents |
Evidence Required
The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package. | |
Overview of assessment | |
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit | Evidence of the ability to: correctly disposing of waste as required treat and dispose of TWO lots of waste according to enterprise and statutory requirements and regulations and the listed Performance Criteria evidence for assessment may be gathered from assessment of the unit of competency alone or through an integrated assessment activity. |
Context of and specific resources for assessment | Assessment must ensure: assessment may take place on the job, off the job or a combination of these. Off the job assessment must be undertaken in a closely simulated workplace environment waste and waste disposal equipment. |
Method of assessment | A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit: direct questioning combined with review of portfolios of evidence and third party workplace reports of on-the-job performance by the candidate. |
Guidance information for assessment | Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended. |
Range Statement
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, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. 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) may also be included. | |
Waste environment may include: | the competencies apply to personnel who are dealing with waste in the printing industry with appropriate equipment and resources. |
Sampling techniques may include: | various waste sampling techniques. |
Sectors
Unit sector |
Competency Field
Support |
Employability Skills
This unit contains employability skills. |
Licensing Information
Not applicable.