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Manage environmental compliance in an automotive workplace

Manage environmental compliance in an automotive workplace

Unit of competency
National Code
AURAEA4004
State Code
WF009
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
17/01/2013
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
08/08/2013
Field of Education
050999 - Environmental Studies, N.e.c.
Original Release Date
08/08/2013
Nominal Hours
32
Description
This unit of competency covers the competence to plan and implement management system that ensures the protection of the environment in a workplace or business.Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements may apply to this unit in some jurisdictions. Users are advised to check with the relevant regulatory authority.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Plan and manage compliance with environmental regulations
  • 1.1. Reasons for ethical environmental practice in a workplace or business are identified
  • 1.2. Environmental responsibilities of employers and employees in an automotive workplace or business are identified
  • 1.3. Penalties for enterprise and individual breaches of the legislation are identified
  • 1.4. Waste products are minimised and facilities provided for waste materials to be stored in bins for recycling or disposal
  • 1.5. Collection and recycling arrangements are implemented for liquids, sludge, solids and other waste
  • 1.6. Suppliers with minimal excess packaging on goods received are sourced and packaging on goods received is sorted and disposed of appropriately
  • 1.7. Waste and energy conservation strategies are identified and implemented
2. Manage potential hazards to stormwater system to avoid contamination
  • 2.1. Systems are in place to ensure wastewater does not enter the stormwater system
  • 2.2. All drains and flows are identified on a worksite map directly indicating where they flow
  • 2.3. Trade waste permits are in place
  • 2.4. Undercover and bunded or drained areas are provided and used for the storage of all materials containing environmentally hazardous substances
  • 2.5. Spill kit is provided and used to prevent stormwater contamination
  • 2.6. Workplace is kept clean to prevent unintentional stormwater pollution
3. Manage potential hazards to air quality to avoid contamination
  • 3.1. Hazards of airborne particles are identified, minimised and contained
  • 3.2. Hazards of gases and fumes are identified, minimised and contained
  • 3.3. A well-ventilated area is provided for any welding activities
4. Minimisation of noise hazards is planned and managed
  • 4.1. Noise creating activities are minimised and carried out within approved operating hours
  • 4.2. Fixed machinery is fitted with silencers or surrounded by noise containment material
5. Management systems
  • 5.1. An environmental policy and contingency plan suitable to the needs of the business is developed and implemented
  • 5.2. Waste to landfill is calculated and possible savings through reuse and recycling are calculated
  • 5.3. Payback period on environmental equipment is calculated
  • 5.4. Manage staff adherence to environmental responsibilities
  • 5.5. Environmental documents are maintained and stored securely in a form accessible for reporting procedures
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.
Automotive business
Any automotive business excluding body repair, marine and mechanical involving the removal of components containing oils or other fluids
Work procedures
Work is carried out in accordance with:
WHS legislation, material safety data sheets (MSDS), hazardous substances and dangerous goods code and local safe operating procedures
legislative obligations, environmental legislation, health regulations, and manual handling procedures and organisation insurance requirements
Tools and equipment
Tools and equipment are to include:
spill kits, recycling bins and drums
Personal protective equipment
Personal protective equipment is to include that prescribed under legislation, regulations and enterprise policies and practices
Information/documents
Information/documents may include:
environmental legislation, regulations and advice
workplace procedures relating to the use of tools and equipment
work instructions and procedures
worksite environmental policy
workplace procedures relating to reporting and communication
manufacturer/component supplier specifications and operational procedures
local council and waterways regulations
MSDS, environmental documents, manufacturer/component supplier specifications, costing of equipment and waste removal
staff environmental induction material
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.
Overview of assessment

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Plan and manage safe handling requirements for equipment, products and materials, including use of personal protective equipment
Plan and mange environmental protection procedures
Identify materials used in the business and assess and manage their environmental impact
Plan and manage work instructions, operating procedures and inspection processes to:
minimise the risk of injury to self or others
maintain a clean workplace
prevent damage and wastage of goods, equipment and products
dispose of waste in accordance with legislative requirements and best practice
maintain production output, and product and service quality
Report environmental damage or spills
Plan and manage operator maintenance on equipment to ensure environmental efficiency
Manage effective planning and teamwork related to environmental best practice
Develop/implement or audit an existing business environmental policy which covers at a minimum: waste, recycling, hazards to stormwater, air quality, noise, energy minimisation and costs
Modify activities to cater for variations in workplace context and environment.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment may occur on the job or in a workplace simulated facility with process equipment, materials, work instructions and deadlines
The following should be made available:
access to an automotive business which includes waste materials of various types, recycling bins, liquid, sludge and solid wastes
resources may include pressure washing and facilities for the use of recycled water.
Method of assessment
Assessment methods must confirm consistency of performance over time and in a range of workplace relevant contexts.
Assessment should be by direct observation of tasks and questioning on underpinning knowledge.
Assessment should be conducted over time and should be in conjunction with assessment of other units of competence.
Assessment of this unit of competence is most likely to be project related under real or simulated conditions and require portfolios or other forms of indirect evidence of process. Direct evidence may include certification of compliance of the final outcome/product or authorisation for use by a component authority.
Assessment must confirm the inference that competence is able not only to be satisfied under the particular circumstances, but is able to be transferred to other circumstances.
Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
W2847 AURC472082A Plan and manage compliance with environmental regulations in a workplace or business Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
AXE89 AURAEA004 Manage environmental and sustainability best practice in an automotive workplace Unit of competency