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Identify environmental regulations and best practice in a workplace or business
Identify environmental regulations and best practice in a workplace or business
Unit of competency
National Code
AURC172003A
AURC172003A
State Code
W2821
W2821
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
08/10/2008
Field of Education
050999 - Environmental Studies, N.e.c.
Original Release Date
08/10/2008
Nominal Hours
16
Description
This unit of competency covers the competence to identify environmental regulations and avoid potential hazards in an automotive workplace
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Identify environment regulations
- 1.1. Reasons for ethical environmental practice in an automotive workshop are identified
- 1.2. Responsibilities of staff in an automotive workshop are identified
- 1.3. Penalties for individual breaches of legislation are identified
- 1.4. Methods to minimise waste and sort store for recycling or disposal are identified
- 1.5. Methods to sort and dispose of packaging on goods received are identified
2. Identify hazards to stormwater
- 2.1. Actions to be taken to ensure no waste water is allowed to enter stormwater system are identified
- 2.2. Storage methods for parts and components containing environmentally hazardous materials are identified
- 2.3. Recycling and storage procedures for liquid wastes are identified
- 2.4. Uses of a spill kit are identified
- 2.5. Procedures to keep workplace clean and prevent unintentional stormwater pollution are identified
3. Identify hazards to air quality
- 3.1. Hazards of airborne particles are identified, and methods to minimise and contain are identified
- 3.2. Hazards of gases and fumes are identified, and methods to minimise and contain are identified
4. Identify noise hazards
- 4.1. Effects of noise creating activities and methods to minimise these are identified
Competence can be obtained in an institutional setting
Work involves the theory and knowledge related to environmental issues in the automotive industry
OH&S requirements, material safety data sheets, hazardous substances and dangerous goods code and safe operating procedures
Competence is demonstrated in accordance with legislative obligations, environmental legislation, health regulations, manual handling procedures and organisation insurance requirements
Competence requires individuals to demonstrate discretion, judgement and problem-solving skills in undertaking environmentally sound work practices
Competence may be demonstrated in appropriate setting and does not require practical demonstration
No specific tooling and equipment are required
Material safety data sheets
No specific personal protective equipment is required
Environmental legislation, regulations and advice.
Typical site environmental policy
Typical manufacturer/component supplier specifications and operational procedures
Work involves the theory and knowledge related to environmental issues in the automotive industry
OH&S requirements, material safety data sheets, hazardous substances and dangerous goods code and safe operating procedures
Competence is demonstrated in accordance with legislative obligations, environmental legislation, health regulations, manual handling procedures and organisation insurance requirements
Competence requires individuals to demonstrate discretion, judgement and problem-solving skills in undertaking environmentally sound work practices
Competence may be demonstrated in appropriate setting and does not require practical demonstration
No specific tooling and equipment are required
Material safety data sheets
No specific personal protective equipment is required
Environmental legislation, regulations and advice.
Typical site environmental policy
Typical manufacturer/component supplier specifications and operational procedures
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Demonstrate a knowledge of environmental regulations and best practice as they would apply in an automotive workplace or business
Identify material used in an automotive business and assess their environmental impact
Underpinning knowledge
Aspects of environmental legislation and its implications for work being undertaken in an automotive business
Characteristics and potential environmental impact of products used in the automotive industry
Philosophy of prevention, reuse, reduce, recycle
Procedures for use of spill kit
Effects of noise pollution and methods to minimise it
Specific key competencies, underpinning and employability skills required to achieve the performance criteria
These include a number of processes that are learned throughout work and life, which are required in most jobs. Some of these are covered by the national key competencies, although others may be added. The details below highlight how these competencies are to be applied in the attainment of this unit.
Application of the key competencies in this unit are to satisfy the nominated level in which:
Level 1 - relates to working effectively within set conditions and processes;
Level 2 - relates to management or facilitation of conditions or processes; and
Level 3 - relates to design, development and evaluation of conditions or process
How will the candidate apply the following key competency in this unit? The candidate will need to:
Collect, analyse and organise information
Collect, organise and understand information related to environmental procedures from legislation, regulations and workshop practices in a workplace or business
(Level 1)
Communicate ideas and information
Communicate ideas and information to enable all work is undertaken in accordance with environmental best practice, coordination of work with site supervisor, other workers and customers, and reporting of work outcomes and problems
(Level 1)
Plan and organise activities
Plan and organise activities, including preparation of equipment and material and selection of worksite to avoid environmental contamination, backtracking, workflow interruptions or wastage
(Level 1)
Work with others and in a team
Work with others and in a team by recognising dependencies and using cooperative approaches to minimise wastage, optimise workflow and productivity
(Level 1)
Use mathematical ideas and techniques
Use mathematical ideas and techniques to correctly complete measurements and estimate material requirements
(Level 1)
Solve problems
Use planning, checking and inspection techniques to avoid environmental contamination and wastage
(Level 1)
Use technology
Use workplace technology related to environmental protection equipment
(Level 1)
Resource implications
Access to environmental legislation, regulations and best practice models
Context of, and specific resources for assessment
Assessment may occur on the job or in an institutional setting
Method of assessment
Assessment should be by questioning on underpinning knowledge
Assessment could be conducted over time and may be in conjunction with assessment of other units of competence
Demonstrate a knowledge of environmental regulations and best practice as they would apply in an automotive workplace or business
Identify material used in an automotive business and assess their environmental impact
Underpinning knowledge
Aspects of environmental legislation and its implications for work being undertaken in an automotive business
Characteristics and potential environmental impact of products used in the automotive industry
Philosophy of prevention, reuse, reduce, recycle
Procedures for use of spill kit
Effects of noise pollution and methods to minimise it
Specific key competencies, underpinning and employability skills required to achieve the performance criteria
These include a number of processes that are learned throughout work and life, which are required in most jobs. Some of these are covered by the national key competencies, although others may be added. The details below highlight how these competencies are to be applied in the attainment of this unit.
Application of the key competencies in this unit are to satisfy the nominated level in which:
Level 1 - relates to working effectively within set conditions and processes;
Level 2 - relates to management or facilitation of conditions or processes; and
Level 3 - relates to design, development and evaluation of conditions or process
How will the candidate apply the following key competency in this unit? The candidate will need to:
Collect, analyse and organise information
Collect, organise and understand information related to environmental procedures from legislation, regulations and workshop practices in a workplace or business
(Level 1)
Communicate ideas and information
Communicate ideas and information to enable all work is undertaken in accordance with environmental best practice, coordination of work with site supervisor, other workers and customers, and reporting of work outcomes and problems
(Level 1)
Plan and organise activities
Plan and organise activities, including preparation of equipment and material and selection of worksite to avoid environmental contamination, backtracking, workflow interruptions or wastage
(Level 1)
Work with others and in a team
Work with others and in a team by recognising dependencies and using cooperative approaches to minimise wastage, optimise workflow and productivity
(Level 1)
Use mathematical ideas and techniques
Use mathematical ideas and techniques to correctly complete measurements and estimate material requirements
(Level 1)
Solve problems
Use planning, checking and inspection techniques to avoid environmental contamination and wastage
(Level 1)
Use technology
Use workplace technology related to environmental protection equipment
(Level 1)
Resource implications
Access to environmental legislation, regulations and best practice models
Context of, and specific resources for assessment
Assessment may occur on the job or in an institutional setting
Method of assessment
Assessment should be by questioning on underpinning knowledge
Assessment could be conducted over time and may be in conjunction with assessment of other units of competence
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| WF006 | AURAEA1001 | Identify environmental requirements in an automotive workplace | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| W198 | AUR10105 | Certificate I in Automotive | Qualification |
| 1018 | 51551 | Course in Automotive Family of Trades (Pre-apprenticeship) | Accredited course |
| 7140 | 51722 | Certificate I in Employment Skills | Accredited course |