Modification History
Revised unit
Unit updated and equivalent to PRMWM44B Identify wastes and hazards
Unit Descriptor
This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to identify a range of wastes and potential hazards and risks that may be present in the work environment.
Application of the Unit
This unit of competency supports individuals with responsibilities for identifying wastes and potential hazards and risks in a team environment. It includes following direction, systems and plans, as well as recognising the need for expert advice.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of endorsement.
Pre-Requisites
Not applicable.
Employability Skills Information
This unit contains employability skills.
Elements and Performance Criteria Pre-Content
Elements describe the essential outcomes of a unit of competency. |
Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the required skills and knowledge section and the range statement. Assessment of performance is to be consistent with the evidence guide. |
Elements and Performance Criteria
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Identify waste. |
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Waste characteristics are identified. |
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Types of wastes are differentiated by waste stream or waste categories . |
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Hazardous and dangerous waste and non-conforming waste are detailed. |
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Contaminants present in waste are noted. |
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Further information on waste is obtained by questioning appropriate personnel to ensure correct identification. |
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Identify hazards and risks. |
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Other potential hazards and risks present in work environment are listed. |
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Supervisor and team members are informed of job requirements, hazards and risks. |
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Safe work practices that prevent risk behaviour are outlined to supervisor. |
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Emergency response procedures are practised with team members. |
Required Skills and Knowledge
This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit. |
Required skills |
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Required knowledge |
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Evidence Guide
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. |
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Overview of assessment |
This unit of competency could be assessed by observation of practical demonstration in the workplace or in a simulated environment. |
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit |
A person who demonstrates competency in this unit must be able to provide evidence of the required skills and knowledge specified in this unit. In particular the person should demonstrate the ability to:
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Context of and specific resources for assessment |
Assessment of essential underpinning knowledge may be conducted in an off-site context. It is to comply with relevant regulatory or Australian standards’ requirements. Resource implications for assessment include:
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Method of assessment |
The process of identifying waste and hazards must meet industry expectations. If the environment is narrowly defined or is not representative of industry needs, it may be necessary to refer to portfolio case studies to assess competency in the identification of waste and hazards. Assessment methods must:
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Guidance information for assessment |
Reasonable adjustments for people with disabilities must be made to assessment processes where required. This could include access to modified equipment and other physical resources, and the provision of appropriate assessment support. Assessment processes and techniques should as far as is practical take into account the language, literacy and numeracy capacity of the candidate in relation to the competency being assessed. This unit could be assessed on its own or in combination with other units of competency relevant to the job function, for example:
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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. |
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Waste characteristics may include: |
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Waste stream may include: |
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Waste categories may include: |
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Hazardous and dangerous waste may include: |
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Non-conforming waste may include: |
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Contaminants may include: |
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Other potential hazards and risks are those that may lead to: |
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Hazards and risks may include: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Waste management
Custom Content Section
Not applicable.