Elements and Performance Criteria

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 in the performance criteria is detailed below. Add any 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.
Legal and industry requirements may include:
relevant current Australian standards, includingAS2030 and AS4360
relevant federal, state and territory building Acts, regulations and codes
fire protection industry codes of practice
OHS legislation, codes and regulations
regulations and codes of practice for the handling and storage of dangerous goods and hazardous substances
relevant licensing or permit requirements and associated regulations
environmental regulations, including ODS and SGG legislation, codes and regulations, such as Ozone Protection and Synthetic Greenhouse Gas Management Act 1989
relevant licence or permit requirements and associated regulations
material safety data sheets (MSDS)
other relevant legislation relating to ODSandSGG storage containers, including international, shipping and marine codes
Australian petroleum industry requirements.
Work procedures may include:
instructions from colleagues, supervisors and managers
workplace operating procedures, instructions and policies
specific customer requirements
emergency requirements and instructions
audit instructions
equipment manufacturer requirements and specifications
reporting and documentation requirements
ODS, SGG and OHS requirements
manual handling techniques
PPE requirements.
Relevant persons may include:
team leaders
supervisors
managers
colleagues
customers.
ODS and SGG materials are listed using the format: Product name (other names); use. Check the latest amendments to the Ozone Protection and Synthetic Greenhouse Gas Management Act for the current list of ODS and SGG extinguishing agents which may include:
Blitz III (HCFC Blend D); used in flooding systems
CFC 11 (trichlorofluoromethane, CCl3F); may be found as a propellant in some powder fire extinguishers (this product is banned in Australia)
FC-2-1-8 (CEA-308, CF3CF2CF3); used in flooding systems
FC-3-1-10 (CEA-410, C4F10); used in flooding systems
FC-5-1-14 (CEA-614, C6F14); used as a streaming agent
FE-227 (heptafluoropropane, HFC-227ea); used as a total flooding extinguishing agent - is a replacement for Halon 1301
FE-25 (pentafluoroethane, HFC-125); used in inerting and explosion suppression applications and retro-fit to existing Halon 1301 systems
FE-36 (hexafluoropropane, HFC-236fa); used in portable fire extinguishers - is a replacement for Halon 1211 and Halon 1301
FE-13 (trifluoromethane, HFC-23); used as a total flooding agent
FE-241 (chlorotetrafluoroethane, HCFC-124); used as a total flooding agent for non-occupied spaces and as a streaming agent
FM100® (HBFC-22B1); used in portable fire extinguishers
FM200® (heptafluoropropane, HFC-227ea); used in chemical storage areas, clean rooms, communications facilities, laboratories, museums, robotics and emergency power facilities
Halotron (HCFC Blend B); used as a total flooding agent and streaming agent
Halon 1211 (BCF); used as a streaming agent - requires a special permit in Australia
Halon 1301 (BTM); used as a total flooding agent - requires a special permit in Australia
Halon 2402 (dibromotetrafluoroethane, C2Br2F4); limited use in military systems - requires a special permit in Australia
HCFC 22 (chlorodifluoromethane, CHClF2); used as a propellant in some powder fire extinguishers (this product is banned in Australia)
HFC 134a (unsymmetric tetrafluoroethane, CH2FCF3); used as a propellant in some powder fire extinguishers
NAF-S-III (HCFC Blend A); used as a total flooding agent - is a replacement for Halon1301
NAF-P-III (HCFC Blend C); used as a streaming agent - is a replacement for Halon 1211
NAF-P-IV (HCFC Blend E); used as a streaming agent
SF6 (sulfurhexofluoride, SF6); used as an inerting agent for sealed high voltage switchgear.
Potential and actual breaches could be identified by:
direct observation
workplace quality assurance teams.
Organisational requirements may include:
legal and organisational policies and guidelines
personnel practices and guidelines outlining work roles, responsibilities and delegations
legislation relevant to warehouse operations
emergency policies, procedures and instructions
OHS policies, procedures and programs
procedures and work instructions to prevent the emission of ODSandSGG in the workplace
documentation and information systems and processes
audit policies and procedures
use of electronic job scheduling and communication devices.
OHS policies and procedures may include:
employer and employee rights and responsibilities
the OHS hierarchy of control
assessing the work site for hazards and risks prior to preparing it for the work procedure
displaying signs and using barriers in work area
hazard and risk identification and reporting
risk assessment and control measures
incident and accident investigation
OHS audits and safety inspections
safe operating procedures and instructions, including:
working safely around electrical wiring, cables and overhead powerlines
working safely around tools and equipment
working safely on ladders and raised platforms
risk and hazard recognition
emergency procedures
awareness of electrical hazards
following confined spaces procedures
using PPE, including:
safety glasses or goggles
safety boots or shoes
hard hats
earmuffs or plugs
appropriate gloves and overalls
sunhats
dust masks
equipment maintenance and use
use and storage of hazardous substances
first aid.
Security systems may include:
cages with locks
fencing
storage container padlocks
'bonded' storage
security guards
electronic surveillance equipment, including:
infra-red beams
ultrasonic movement detectors
closed circuit television.
Actions may include:
those that are to be 'first response' type
making safe unplugged or uncapped ODS and SGG containers, including:
replacing pins
using relevant sealant to seal leaking containers
activating environmental or security alarms, where appropriate
controlling or containing environmental hazards or security incidents according to workplace procedures
following approved safety procedures and using PPE as specified in workplace procedures
monitoring and measuring, where needed, detected emissions or security incidents according to workplace procedures
responding to requests for information according to workplace procedures
monitoring status of the environmental hazards or security incidents and communicating with appropriate personnel on an ongoing basis.
Safety information and procedures may be contained in:
legislation and regulations
relevant Australian standards, such as AS4360
management plans and rules
OHS policies and procedures
procedures and instructions to prevent the emission of ODSandSGG in the workplace
codes of practice
manufacturer instructions
safe working or job procedures (or equivalent standard operating procedures).
Leak detection tests:
must be performed in accordance with relevant, current Australian standards, organisational requirements and environmental regulations, such asODSandSGG
may be performed using:
hand-held devices
leak test solutions
pressure valves (to determine if container can hold pressure)
ultrasonic liquid level indicator devices

may be performed on:
container connections, valves and gauges
connecting pipework and valves.
Investigations may include:
making verbal, written or electronic reports about emission hazards or security incidents
cooperating with internal and external regulatory bodies
identifying solutions and developing options for improvements.
Documentation may include:
audit records and reports
incident reports
investigation reports
goods identification numbers and codes
Australian and international regulations and codes of practice for the handling and transport of dangerous goods and hazardous substances
dangerous goods declarations
MSDS
quality assurance plans and procedures
emergency procedures
equipment manufacturer specifications
workplace procedures and policies
job cards
customer and supplier instructions
service agreements
corrective action reports
record management system.
Non-compliance may include:
corrosion or damage to container, connections and pipework
disconnection of monitoring equipment or components
malfunctioning or faulty monitoring system equipment and components
incorrect or incomplete information or documentation
missing documentation
documentation signed by unauthorised personnel.

EVIDENCE GUIDE
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, the range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for this Training Package.
Overview of assessment
Competency in this unit underpins competency in other aspects of the candidate's role in managing their work tasks.
This unit could be assessed on its own or in combination with other units of competency relevant to the job function.
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:
locating, interpreting and applying relevant information, standards and specifications
complying with site safety plan, OHS regulations, ODSandSGG regulations (where required) and state and territory legislation applicable to workplace operations
complying with organisational policies and procedures, including quality requirements
communicating and working effectively and safely with others
on a minimum of two different occasions:
identifying, selecting and using appropriate documentation to monitor and audit detected emissions and security incidents for storage containers
using tools, equipment and materials effectively to complete monitoring and auditing processes
performing leak detection test on storage container connections, valves and pipework
monitoring storage container pressure
repairing and topping up storage containers found to be losing pressure
transporting and storing storage containers
creating, modifying and updating workplace records and documentation
identifying risks and hazards at work site
assessing risks and implementing action to eliminate or minimise risk

using appropriate PPE and manual handling techniques and aids
selecting and using appropriate workplace colloquial and technical language and communication technologies.
Specific resources for assessment
Resource implications for assessment include access to:
actual or simulated work environment
a range of containers to be used to store different ODSandSGG materials
assessment documentation, including training and assessment record books
all necessary tools, equipment and materials
relevant procedure manuals
monitoring and audit documentation
all necessary safety equipment and PPE.
Where applicable, physical resources should include equipment modified for people with disabilities.
Access must be provided to appropriate learning and/or assessment support when required.
Assessment processes and techniques must be culturally appropriate, and appropriate to the oracy, language and literacy capacity of the candidate and the work being performed.
Context of assessment
For valid and reliable assessment of this unit, competency should be demonstrated over a period of time and be observed by the assessor (or assessment team working together to conduct the assessment).
Competency is to be demonstrated in a range of situations, reflecting the practical requirements of the workplace which may include customer and workplace interruptions and involvement in related activities normally experienced in the workplace.
Assessment of competency over the full range of performance criteria may be made through practical demonstrations in the workshop environment. Consideration should be given to assessing consistency of outcome over an appropriate period of time.
Candidates should also be given the opportunity to practise and undertake self-assessment of performance before requesting formal assessment.

All safety requirements must be adhered to during all practical activities.
Oral questioning or a written assessment may be used to assess underpinning knowledge. (In assessment situations, where the candidate is offered a preference between oral questioning and written assessment, questions are to be identical.)
Assessment of evidence should establish the candidate's ability to perform the job to the standard required in the workplace.
Supplementary evidence may be obtained from relevant authenticated correspondence or reports from supervisors or team leaders that demonstrate an understanding of the requirements for monitoring and auditing detected emissions and security incidents related to ODSandSGG storage containers.
Candidate should be encouraged to compile a portfolio of examples of completed documentation relevant to the candidate's organisation. One accurate example of each completed document is suggested as sufficient to infer competency and ability to transfer appropriate skills to each document type when required in the workplace. (Oralquestioning may contribute as evidence of this ability.)
Information derived from enterprise policies and practices must be treated as commercial-in-confidence.
In all cases where practical assessment is used it will be combined with targeted questioning to assess the underpinning knowledge.
Questioning will be undertaken in such a manner as is appropriate to the oracy, language and literacy levels of the candidate and any cultural issues that may affect responses to the questions. It will reflect requirements of the unit of competency and the work being performed.
Where assessment is for the purpose of recognition (RCC or RPL), the evidence provided will need to be authenticated and show that it represents current competency demonstrated over a period of time.

Performance and assessment of this unit must be carried out within the relevant requirements of the following legislative and industry framework:
Acts, regulations and codes
Australian and international standards identified as relevant to the monitoring and control of minor environmental hazards and security incidents
regulations and codes of practice for the handling and transport of dangerous goods and hazardous substances
relevant codes and regulations for storing ODSandSGG materials
licensing arrangements
environmental regulations, including ODS and SGG legislation, codes and regulations
organisational requirements, including policies and procedures relating to ODS, SGG and OHS
OHS legislation, codes and regulations
emergency policies and procedures
manufacturer specifications.