CPPWMT4009 — Conduct waste audits

1 Plan and prepare for waste audit.

• 1.1Review waste audit documentation to confirm site characteristics and waste management objectives and clarify issues with relevant persons.
• 1.2Document a waste audit plan incorporating an audit methodology which meets waste audit objectives.
• 1.3Review workplace policies and procedures, legislation and regulations and apply to waste audit plan to ensure compliance.
• 1.4Select and obtain documentation and equipment required for waste audit according to workplace requirements.
• 1.5Assess and manage hazards and risks associated with waste audit according to workplace work health and safety requirements.
• 1.6Obtain required approvals to proceed with waste audit according to workplace requirements.
• 1.7Select, check and use personal protective equipment appropriate for work activities.

2 Conduct waste audit.

• 2.1Set up audit area in consultation with relevant persons to ensure safe and accurate data collection.
• 2.2Isolate waste types to identify, sort, measure, weigh and record waste according to methodology detailed in audit plan.
• 2.3Collect required samples and evidence.
• 2.4Record audit details and check to ensure samples and evidence are sufficient to meet audit objectives.

3 Finalise and report waste audit outcomes.

• 3.1Restore audit site and dispose of waste according to workplace and regulatory requirements.
• 3.2Review and evaluate waste audit data and site assessment information to profile management of waste.
• 3.3Complete audit documentation and report findings according to workplace and regulatory requirements.

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