Transport waste
Overview
This Standard defines the competence required to transport waste. It involves being able to operate and control a waste transport vehicle (with or without attachments), monitoring and reviewing the vehicle's (and its attachments) performance and the operating schedule in compliance with organisational and regulatory requirements. This Standard is for those who drive waste transport vehicles.
Performance criteria
You must be able to:
Operate and control a waste transport vehicle
carry out daily routine checks on the vehicle in accordance with
operational procedures
confirm the operational suitability of the vehicle and specialist
equipment
ensure the vehicle is suitable for the task and that any required
additional equipment is available and fit for use
select and use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE)
in accordance with operational requirements
drive and manoeuvre the vehicle safely in line with training and
operational procedures
drive the vehicle in a manner which minimises wear and tear, the
risk of accidental damage, and maximises efficiency
drive in a manner which shows consideration for others and
minimises risk to oneself and the crew
drive and operate the vehicle legally
confirm the load is secure and stable before moving off
monitor continuously the condition of the vehicle and its load by
observing the vehicles performance, and report any problems in
accordance with operational procedures
follow operational procedures in the event of accident,
breakdown, and other problems
Use and communicate data and information related to the
transportation of waste
complete and sign the daily vehicle and vehicle attachments
checks documentation
report problems which arise from the vehicle and vehicle
attachments check
record variations in vehicle and vehicle attachments performance
complete operational documentation
confirm regulatory documentation and signage is completed and
positioned accurately
Resolve problems which arise with the transportation of
waste
report variations in vehicle performance
take steps to resolve insecure or unstable loads and any aspects
of the vehicle that causes concern
advise colleagues or managers of situations which require their
attention
report situations which are outside the job role responsibilities in
line with operational procedures
respond to falls fromvehicles, accidents, breakdowns or other
problems in line with organisational procedures
Knowledge and Understanding
You need to know and understand:
General
the classifications and types of waste
the potential hazards associated with different wastes
how to identify work-related hazards and risks
details of operational procedures and documentation
how to work constructively with colleagues and other people and
resolve disagreements
how to use personal protective equipment (PPE) in line with
operational procedures
operational procedures and why it is important to comply with
them
your job responsibility and when to report to managers
Waste transport vehicle and equipment
vehicle controls, equipment, and their functions
vehicle handling and load characteristics
load use and their effects on vehicle performance
the methods of checking vehicle performance
how to identify variances in vehicle performance and the reporting
procedures
how to identify deviations from the schedule of operations
how to establish load stability and security
how to manoeuvre safely and effectively
how to minimise wear and tear and the risk of accidents
how to respond to falls, accidents, breakdowns or other problems
how to accommodate special instructions in route and schedule
planning
the requirements of the organisation receiving the load
the potential environmental impact of the vehicle and its load
relevant legislation affecting the vehicle, its driver, and its load