GARBAGE COLLECTION NC I – TESDA COURSE MODULE

TESDA TRAINING REGULATIONS FOR GARBAGE COLLECTION NC I COURSE

The TESDA Course in GARBAGE COLLECTION NC I covers competencies relating to the collection, transport and dumping of garbage particularly municipal/city waste covered by RA 9003.

A student who has achieved this Course in GARBAGE COLLECTION NC I is competent to be:

• Palero

TRAINEE ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

This section specifies the qualifications of trainees and educational experience. Other requirements like health and physical requirements are also stated. Passing entry written examinations may also be indicated if necessary.

• Plate Welder (SAW)

GARBAGE COLLECTION NC I – TRAINING AND REGULATION MODULE

Course Title: GARBAGE COLLECTION
Level: NC I
Nominal Training Duration :

(Basic Competency) 28 Hours
(Common Competency) 16 Hours
(Core Competency) 60 Hours

Total Training Duration 104 Hours

This course is designed to enhance the knowledge, skills and attitude of Palero in accordance to industry standards. It covers the basic, common, and core competencies on preparing the activities before garbage collection and actual garbage collection.

The training center has the option to partner with an existing waste haulers or solid waste contractors for facilities and equipment to be used in training and assessment.

COMPETENCIES REQUIRED IN GARBAGE COLLECTION NC I

This units of competency comprising this qualification include Basic, Common and Core Competencies. To obtain this course, all units prescribed for this qualification must be achieved.

UNIT CODE	CORE COMPETENCIES (60 Hours)
UTL961301	Prepare for garbage collection activities
UTL961302	Collect garbage
UNIT CODE	COMMON COMPETENCIES (16 Hours)
UTL9611201	Develop and update industry knowledge
UTL9611202	Perform workplace security and safety practices
UTL9611203	Maintain environmental health and awareness in the workplace
UNIT CODE	BASIC COMPETENCIES (18 Hours)
500311101	Receive and respond to workplace communication
500311102	Work with others
500311103	Demonstrate work values
500311104	Practice basic housekeeping procedures

This section gives the details of the contents of the core units of competency required in GARBAGE COLLECTION NC I. These units of competency are categorized into basic, common and core competencies.

CORE COMPETENCIES

UNIT OF COMPETENCY : PREPARE FOR GARBAGE COLLECTION ACTIVITIES
UNIT CODE : UTL961301

This unit covers the knowledge, skills, attitudes required for activities to be undertaken before the collection of garbage.

1. Acquire area assignment and schedule
   • Garbage collection routes and schedules are secured from the supervisor in accordance with the ordinance/s of the local government unit (LGU) or collection/hauling contracts with private entities.
   • Work hazards in the collection area are determined as per instructions from the supervisor and information provided by the LGU or private entity.
   • New area for garbage collection is ascertained and familiarized
2. Receive instructions and determine tools for waste collection
   • Types of garbage to be collected are determined in accordance with instructions from the Supervisor.
   • Entry point of garbage in the truck is ensured to be free of obstructions or obstacles.
   • Space allocation is provided in accordance with the expected type of garbage to be collected.
   • Locking mechanism of tailgates is checked and properly secured in accordance with established safety procedures.
   • Accessories to be used for garbage collection are checked before departure from the motor pool.
3. Prepare personal protective equipment to be used
   • Appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) to be used is identified in accordance with OSH standards.
   • PPE is checked in accordance with work instructions and/or manufacturer’s specifications.
   • Defective or inadequate PPE are returned/replaced in accordance with enterprise procedures

UNIT OF COMPETENCY : COLLECT GARBAGE
UNIT CODE : UTL961302

This unit covers skills and attitude required collect garbage, particularly municipal/city wastes covered by RA 9003. It does not include wastes and special/toxic wastes covered under the Sanitation Code and RA 6969.

1. Collect garbage at designated area
   • Work Assignment Form (WAF) is secured in accordance with established procedures
   • Garbage collection is performed in accordance with specified procedures and guidelines.
   • Appropriate PPE is worn and in accordance with established procedures.
   • Occupational health and safety (OHS) practices are observed based on specified procedures and guidelines.
2. Place garbage inside truck
   • Garbage is placed inside truck following established procedures.
   • Waste segregation is performed according to waste classification and collection schedule.
   • The individual waste bins are handled with care and returned promptly to owners or households.
3. Transport garbage to final disposal
   • Tools are returned in their storage following established procedures.
   • Tailgate is secured and locked.
   • Garbage is covered with covering materials in accordance with established procedure.
   • Unexpected situations are responded to in accordance with established procedures.
4. Dump collected garbage in designated area
   • Trip ticket is accomplished and submitted to dispatch station for proper recording and volume checking in accordance with established procedures.
   • Covering materials are removed and tailgate is opened in accordance with established disposal procedures.
   • Where necessary, garbage is shoveled or pushed from truck and heaped/dumped/compacted in specified location in landfill or disposal area
   • Garbage truck is washed and fumigated in accordance with established procedures.

COMMON COMPETENCIES

UNIT OF COMPETENCY : DEVELOP AND UPDATE INDUSTRY KNOWLEDGE
UNIT CODE : UTL9611201

This unit covers skills and attitude required to develop and update industry knowledge.

1. Seek information on the industry
   • Sources of information on the industry are correctly identified and accessed.
   • Information to assist effective work performance is obtained in line with job requirements.
   • Specific information on sector of work is accessed and updated.
   • Industry information is correctly applied to day-to-day work activities.
2. Update industry knowledge
   • Informal and/or formal research is used to update general knowledge of the industry.
   • Updated knowledge is shared with customers and colleagues as appropriate and incorporated into day-to-day working activities.

UNIT OF COMPETENCY : PERFORM WORKPLACE SECURITY AND SAFETY PRACTICES
UNIT CODE : UTL9611202

This unit of competency deals with the knowledge, skills and attitudes in following health, safety and security practices. It includes dealing with emergency situations and maintaining safe personal standards.

1. Follow workplace procedures for health, safety and security practices
   • Correct health, safety and security procedures are followed in line with legislation and enterprise procedures
   • Breaches of health, safety and security procedures are identified and reported in line with enterprise procedure.
   • Suspicious behavior or unusual occurrences are reported in line with enterprise procedure.
2. Deal with emergency situations
   • Emergency and potential emergency situations are recognized and appropriate actions are taken within individual’s scope of responsibility.
   • Emergency procedures are followed in line with enterprise procedures.
   • Assistance is sought from colleagues to resolve or respond to emergency situation.
   • Details of emergency situations are reported in line with enterprise procedures.
3. Maintain safe personal standards
   • Safe personal standards are identified and followed in line with enterprise requirements

UNIT OF COMPETENCY : MAINTAIN ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH AND AWARENESS IN THE WORKPLACE
UNIT CODE : UTL9611203

This unit of competency deals with the knowledge, skills and attitudes in maintaining environmental health and awareness in the workplace. It includes dealing with environmental risks and hazards, emergency situations and maintaining self-personal living standards.

1. Identify environmental risks and hazards in the work place
   • Proper procedures are followed in line with company and enterprise procedures
   • Breaches of environmental safety and security procedures are identified and reported in line with enterprise procedure.
   • Suspicious workplace conditions or unusual occurrences that are potential risks or hazards are reported in line with enterprise procedure.
2. Formulate mitigation measures to eliminate the environmental risks and hazards in the work place
   • 2.1Proper procedures are followed in line with company and enterprise procedures
   • Breaches of environmental safety and security procedures are identified and reported in line with enterprise procedure.
   • Suspicious workplace conditions or unusual occurrences that are potential risks or hazards are reported in line with enterprise procedure.
3. Implement mitigation measures to eliminate the environmental risks and hazards in the work place
   • Proper procedures are followed in line with company and enterprise procedures
   • Breaches of environmental safety and security procedures are identified and reported in line with enterprise procedure.
   • Suspicious workplace conditions or unusual occurrences that are potential risks or hazards are reported in line with enterprise procedure

BASIC COMPETENCIES

UNIT OF COMPETENCY : RECEIVE AND RESPOND TO WORKPLACE COMMUNICATION
UNIT CODE : 500311101

This unit covers the knowledge, skills and attitudes required to receive, respond and act on verbal and written communication.

1. Follow routine spoken messages
   • Required information is gathered by listening attentively and correctly interpreting or understanding information/instructions
   • Instructions/information are properly recorded
   • Instructions are acted upon immediately in accordance with information received
   • Clarification is sought from workplace supervisor on all occasions when any instruction/information is not clear
2. Perform workplace duties following written notices
   • Written notices and instructions are read and interpreted correctly in accordance with organizational guidelines
   • Routine written instruction are followed in sequence
   • Feedback is given to workplace supervisor based on the instructions/information received

UNIT OF COMPETENCY : WORK WITH OTHERS
UNIT CODE : 500311102

This unit covers the skills, knowledge and attitudes required to develop workplace relationship and contribute in workplace activities.

1. Develop effective workplace relationship
   • Duties and responsibilities are done in a positive manner to promote cooperation and good relationship
   • Assistance is sought from workgroup when difficulties arise and addressed through discussions
   • Feedback provided by others in the team is encouraged, acknowledged and acted upon
   • Differences in personal values and beliefs are respected and acknowledged in the development
2. Contribute to work group activities
   • Support is provided to team members to ensure workgroup goals are met
   • Constructive contributions to workgroup goals and tasks are made according to organizational requirements
   • Information relevant to work is shared with team members to ensure designated goals are met

UNIT OF COMPETENCY : DEMONSTRATE WORK VALUES
UNIT CODE : 500311103

This unit covers the knowledge, skills, and attitude in demonstrating proper work values.

1. Define the purpose of work
   • One’s unique sense of purpose for working and the why’s of work are identified, reflected on and clearly defined for one’s development as a person and as a member of society.
   • Personal mission is in harmony with company’s values
2. Apply work values/ethics
   • Work values/ethics/concepts are classified and reaffirmed in accordance with the transparent company ethical standards, policies and guidelines.
   • Work practices are undertaken in compliance with industry work ethical standards, organizational policy and guidelines
   • Personal behavior and relationships with co-workers and/or clients are conducted in accordance with ethical standards, policy and guidelines.
   • Company resources are used in accordance with transparent company ethical standard, policies and guidelines.
3. Deal with ethical problems
   • Company ethical standards, organizational policy and guidelines on the prevention and reporting of unethical conduct are accessed and applied in accordance with transparent company ethical standard, policies and guidelines.
   • Work incidents/situations are reported and/or resolved in accordance with company protocol/guidelines.
   • Resolution and/or referral of ethical problems identified are used as learning opportunities.
4. Maintain integrity of conduct in the workplace
   • Personal work practices and values are demonstrated consistently with acceptable ethical conduct and company’s core values.
   • Instructions to co-workers are provided based on ethical, lawful and reasonable directives.
   • Company values/practices are shared with co-workers using appropriate behavior and language.

UNIT OF COMPETENCY : PRACTICE HOUSEKEEPING PROCEDURES
UNIT CODE : 500311104

This unit covers the knowledge, skills and attitudes required to apply the basic housekeeping procedures.

1. Sort and remove unnecessary items
   • Reusable, recyclable materials are sorted in accordance with company/office procedures
   • Unnecessary items are removed and disposed of in accordance with company or office procedures
2. Arrange items
   • Items are arranged in accordance with company/office housekeeping procedures
   • Work area is arranged according to job requirements
   • Activities are prioritized based on instructions.
   • Items are provided with clear and visible identification marks based on procedure
   • Safety equipment and evacuation passages are kept clear and accessible based on instructions
3. Maintain work area, tools and equipment
   • Cleanliness and orderliness of work area is maintained in accordance with company/office procedures
   • Tools and equipment are cleaned in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions/manual
   • Minor repairs are performed on tools and equipment in accordance with manufacturer’s instruction/manual
   • Defective tools and equipment are reported to immediate supervisor
4. Follow standardized work process and procedures
   • Materials for common use are maintained in designated area based on procedures
   • Work is performed according to standard work procedures
   • Abnormal incidents are reported to immediate supervisor
5. Perform work spontaneously
   • Work is performed as per instruction
   • Company and office decorum are followed and complied with
   • Work is performed in accordance with occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements