Modification History
Not applicable.
Unit Descriptor
This unit of competency covers the ability to carry out straightforward aspects of environmental projects, such as researching basic site information and performing routine sampling, monitoring and data management. Personnel may work individually, or as part of a team. They are expected to confirm the project brief/plan with their supervisor, carry out the assigned project activities and maintain progress through to the project’s completion. The unit does not cover procurement of project resources and contract management.
Application of the Unit
This unit of competency is applicable to environmental technicians working in all industry sectors.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Not applicable.
Pre-Requisites
Not applicable.
Employability Skills Information
Not applicable.
Elements and Performance Criteria Pre-Content
Not applicable.
Elements and Performance Criteria
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Review project documentation and requirements |
1.1 |
Clarify details of project brief and plan with supervisor |
1.2 |
Identify regulations, standards, codes and enterprise procedures that apply to project activities |
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1.3 |
Analyse the project plan to confirm outputs, timeframe, risks and controls, roles and responsibilities and stakeholder involvement |
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1.4 |
Confirm performance indicators, milestones, deliverables and available resources for assigned project activities |
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2 |
Plan and organise assigned activities |
2.1 |
Locate and review background information for site/project |
2.2 |
Prioritise project activities as directed |
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2.3 |
Break down project activities into small achievable components and efficient sequences |
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2.4 |
Identify and assemble required resources |
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2.5 |
Liaise with relevant personnel to organise site access and permits, as necessary |
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2.6 |
Review work plan in response to new information, changed circumstances or instructions from appropriate personnel |
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2.7 |
Update work plan and communicate changes to appropriate personnel, as necessary |
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3 |
Complete assigned activities |
3.1 |
Cooperate with stakeholders and/or team members to achieve agreed outcomes, timelines and outcomes |
3.2 |
Apply technical knowledge and skills to safely conduct assigned tasks in accordance with project requirements |
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3.3 |
Collect, verify and store project data in accordance with enterprise procedures |
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3.4 |
Seek assistance from relevant personnel when difficulties are beyond scope of technical competence or responsibility |
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4 |
Monitor and maintain project progress |
4.1 |
Monitor and record completion of activities and progress towards milestones |
4.2 |
Recognise problems and opportunities for improved work performance |
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4.3 |
Use agreed strategies to tackle challenges and solve problems |
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4.4 |
Identify and access appropriate sources of help, as necessary |
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4.5 |
Provide progress reports in accordance with project requirements |
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5 |
Finalise project activities |
5.1 |
Provide project deliverables on time and at the required quality standard |
5.2 |
Evaluate the project process and identify any issues and opportunities for continuous improvement |
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5.3 |
Prepare project reports containing the required information and using the agreed style, voice and format |
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5.4 |
Complete and store all project documentation |
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5.5 |
Brief supervisor about project process and outcomes |
Required Skills and Knowledge
Required skills |
Required skills include:
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Required knowledge |
Required knowledge includes:
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Evidence Guide
Overview of assessment |
Competency must be demonstrated in the ability to perform consistently at the required standard. |
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit |
Assessors must be satisfied that the candidate can competently and consistently apply the skills covered in this unit of competency in new and different situations and contexts. Critical aspects of assessment and evidence include:
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Context of and specific resources for assessment |
This unit of competency is to be assessed in the workplace or a simulated workplace environment. Assessment should emphasise a workplace context and procedures found in the candidate’s workplace. This unit of competency may be assessed with:
The competencies covered by this unit would be demonstrated by an individual working alone or as part of a team. Resources may include:
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Method of assessment |
The following assessment methods are suggested:
In all cases, practical assessment should be supported by questions to assess underpinning knowledge and those aspects of competency which are difficult to assess directly. Where applicable, reasonable adjustment must be made to work environments and training situations to accommodate ethnicity, age, gender, demographics and disability. The language, literacy and numeracy demands of assessment should not be greater than those required to undertake the unit of competency in a work-like environment. |
Guidance information for assessment |
Range Statement
Codes of practice |
Where reference is made to industry codes of practice, and/or Australian/international standards, it is expected the latest version will be used |
Legislation, standards, codes, procedures and/or enterprise requirements |
Legislation, standards, codes, procedures and/or enterprise requirements may include:
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Environment |
The environment comprises the surroundings in which an enterprise and/or industry operates, and may include:
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Simple environmental project activities |
Simple environmental projects may include collecting and presenting data related to:
Simple project activities could involve real or simulated work activities and may include:
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Project brief |
Project brief may include an outline of:
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Project plan |
Project plan may include:
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Background information |
Background information may include:
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Sites |
Sites will vary with the scope of the enterprise’s activities, and may include:
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Project data and documentation |
Project data and documentation may include:
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Agreed problem-solving strategies |
Agreed problem-solving strategies may include:
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Occupational health and safety (OHS) and environmental management requirements |
OHS and environmental management requirements:
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Unit Sector(s)
Environmental
Custom Content Section
Not applicable.