Qualification Outline
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Certificate III in Waste Management
Certificate III in Waste Management
CPP30719
BFB5
Current
Approved
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4.00 | 19/12/2022 | Current | Approved |
| 3.00 | 27/01/2022 | Replaced | Approved |
| 2.00 | 07/01/2021 | Replaced | Approved |
| 1.00 | 14/02/2020 | Replaced | Approved |
Description
This qualification is for those engaged in waste management who undertake waste collection and processing across a range of government and private sectors involved in municipal, solid, commercial, industrial, construction and demolition waste management.
Job roles and titles vary across the waste management industry and fall within two key areas of activity:
collection: waste collection and transfer
processing: waste treatment, disposal, remediation and resource recovery.
Individuals with this qualification perform tasks in varied contexts, which involve known routines, methods and procedures, and judgement in recognising waste types and managing hazards.
Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to the operation of vehicles, plant and equipment used in waste management in some jurisdictions and should be confirmed prior to commencing this qualification. For further information, check with the relevant regulatory authority.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
To achieve this qualification, competency must be demonstrated in twelve (12) units of competency consisting of:- four (4) core units
- eight (8) elective units.
Electives are to be selected as follows:
- a minimum of two (2) units must be selected from Group A
- up to six (6) units not already selected may be selected from Group A, Group B or Group C
- up to two (2) units may be selected from Group D or any current training package as long as they contribute to a valid, industry-supported vocational outcome, maintain the integrity of the AQF level of this qualification and do not duplicate the outcome of another unit used to achieve this qualification.
1. Core Units
All four (4) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OBO59 | CPPWMT3002 | Conduct waste resource recovery | 35 | Unit of competency |
| AVJ48 | TLIF1001 | Follow work health and safety procedures | 20 | Unit of competency |
| OBO56 | CPPWMT3003 | Identify and respond to hazards and emergencies in waste management | 30 | Unit of competency |
| OBO60 | CPPWMT3001 | Identify and segregate waste | 25 | Unit of competency |
2. Group A Elective Units: Waste Operations
At least two (2) units must be selected.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OBO67 | CPPWMT3004 | Comply with environmental protection requirements when transporting waste | 20 | Unit of competency |
| AXI44 | CPPWMT3011 | Conduct waste assessments | 25 | Unit of competency |
| AXF18 | CPPWMT3005 | Maintain storage area for waste management equipment and consumables | 20 | Unit of competency |
| OBO65 | CPPWMT3010 | Maintain waste landfill sites | 40 | Unit of competency |
| OBO66 | CPPWMT3009 | Place, compact and cover waste at landfill sites | 35 | Unit of competency |
| OBO61 | CPPWMT3007 | Process waste using plant | 65 | Unit of competency |
| OBO57 | CPPWMT3006 | Receive, transfer and dispatch waste | 50 | Unit of competency |
| AVJ76 | TLID1001 | Shift materials safely using manual handling methods | 20 | Unit of competency |
| OBO63 | CPPWMT3008 | Store and monitor contained waste | 50 | Unit of competency |
3. Group B Elective Units: Waste Collection
Up to six (6) units may be selected.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AWM80 | TLIC4006 | Drive multi-combination vehicle | 40 | Unit of competency |
| OAB53 | TLID0001 | Load and unload vehicles carrying special loads | 20 | Unit of competency |
| AWM89 | TLIC3083 | Operate a front lift mobile compaction/collection vehicle | 25 | Unit of competency |
| AWM86 | TLIC3084 | Operate a lift on/lift off collection vehicle | 25 | Unit of competency |
| AWM85 | TLIC3085 | Operate a liquid waste collection vehicle | 25 | Unit of competency |
| AWM84 | TLIC3087 | Operate a rear loading mobile compaction/collection vehicle | 25 | Unit of competency |
| AWM81 | TLIC3088 | Operate a roll on/roll off collection vehicle | 25 | Unit of competency |
| AWM82 | TLIC3089 | Operate a side loading mobile compaction/collection vehicle | 25 | Unit of competency |
| OBH87 | UETTDREL14 | Working safely near live electrical apparatus as a non-electrical worker | 36 | Unit of competency |
4. Group C Elective Units: Waste Processing
Up to six (6) units may be selected.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AWM68 | TLID2022 | Conduct weighbridge operations | 20 | Unit of competency |
| BAM29 | AHCCOM302 | Dispatch materials and composted product | 30 | Unit of competency |
| AXK40 | FWPHAR2206 | Operate a mobile chipper/mulcher | 30 | Unit of competency |
| BAP87 | AHCCOM301 | Operate compost processing plant, machinery and equipment | 70 | Unit of competency |
| BAR02 | AHCPHT307 | Prepare raw materials and compost feedstock | 50 | Unit of competency |
| BAT98 | AHCPHT308 | Prepare value added compost-based products | 50 | Unit of competency |
5. Group D Elective Units: General
Up to two (2) units may be selected.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D764 | CPP30711 | Certificate III in Waste Management | Qualification |
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Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
Traineeships and Apprenticeships
Part-time is defined as a minimum of 20 hours per week.