Course Title: Develop workplace policy and procedures for sustainability
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term2 2013
Course Code: BUSM6394C
Course Title: Develop workplace policy and procedures for sustainability
School: 650T TAFE Business
Campus: City Campus
Program: C5300 - Diploma of Information Technology
Course Contact : Swati Dave
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 5811
Course Contact Email:swati.dave@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Course Contact: Krissi Kirk
Course Contact Email: krissi.kirk@rmit.edu.au
Nominal Hours: 50
Regardless of the mode of delivery, represent a guide to the relative teaching time and student effort required to successfully achieve a particular competency/module. This may include not only scheduled classes or workplace visits but also the amount of effort required to undertake, evaluate and complete all assessment requirements, including any non-classroom activities.
Pre-requisites and Co-requisites
None
Course Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to develop and implement a workplace sustainability policy, including the modification of the policy to suit changed circumstances.
This unit also requires the ability to access industry information, applicable legislative and occupational health and safety (OHS) guidelines.
This unit is delivered using a blend of classroom based and self-paced learning activities.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
BSBSUS501A Develop workplace policy and procedures for sustainability |
Element: |
1. Develop workplace sustainability policy |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1. Define scope of sustainability policy |
Element: |
2. Communicate workplace sustainability policy |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1. Promote workplace sustainability policy, including its expected outcome to key stakeholders |
Element: |
3. Implement workplace sustainability policy |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1. Develop and communicate procedures to help implement workplace sustainability policy |
Element: |
4. Review workplace sustainability policy implementation |
Performance Criteria: |
4.1. Document outcomes and provide feedback to key personnel and stakeholders |
Learning Outcomes
Details of Learning Activities
Learning activities will include in-class discussion and participation, small group work, research topics and presentations on a variety of topics as shown in the Teaching Schedule below.
Students should attend all sessions.
Students will also be expected to undertake research for homework. Students will be expected to complete group activities.
Teaching Schedule
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| Week | Week Commencing | Topics | Assessment | Competencies Delivered |
| 1 | 8th July 2013 |
Pre-training review: Introduction
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Assessment Overview and discussion. Assessment Task 1 given to students |
BSBOHS509A BSBSUS501A
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| 2 | 15th July 2013 |
• Definition of a ‘Hazard’ • Research Sustainable Events, brainstorm possible events |
Class Discussion • SUSTAINABILITY -Assessment 1 |
BSBOHS509A
BSBSUS501A |
| 3 | 22nd July 2013
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• Introduction to Health & Safety reporting • Defining the scope of the sustainability policy |
• SUSTAINABILITY -Assessment 1 |
BSBOHS509A
BSBSUS501A |
| 4 | 29th July 2013 |
• Role of Health & Safety Representative • Identifying and consulting with stakeholders |
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| 5 | 5th Aug 2013 | • OH&S specific topic research & report
• Making recommendations for policy options based on likely effectiveness, time frames and cost |
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| 6 | 12th Aug 2013 |
• Locating and communicating OHS policies
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| 7 | 19th Aug 2013 |
• Audit – what is it, how to conduct, how to record • Development of sustainability policy • Developing a policy that reflects the organisation’s commitment to sustainability |
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BSBSUS501A |
| 8 | 26th Aug 2013 |
• Finalising Emergency or Bullying Policy
• Finalise Sustainability Event Policy |
• SUSTAINABILITY -Assessment 2 |
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| Mid Semester Break - 2nd Sept to 6th Sept 2013 | ||||
| 9 | 9th Sept 2013 |
• Establishing and maintaining participative arrangements in accordance with legislation
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• SUSTAINABILITY -Assessment 2 |
BSBOHS509A
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| 10 | 16th Sept 2013 | • Developing and providing an OHS induction and training program for all employees
• Communicating expected outcomes, activities and responsibilities |
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| 11 | 23rd Sept 2013 | • Identifying patterns of occupational injury and disease from OHS records
• Implementing strategies for continuous improvement in resource efficiency |
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| 12 | 30th Sept 2013 |
• Measuring and evaluating the OHS system in line with the quality framework • Hold Sustainability Event |
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| 13 | 7th Oct 2013 | • Developing and implementing improvements to the OHS system • Maintaining compliance with OHS legislation and legal standards • Review Policy, update policy, life cycle of a policy
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| 14 | 14th Oct 2013 | • OHS System Presentations
• Identifying trends and making improvements |
• SUSTAINABILITY -Assessment 3 |
BSBOHS509A
BSBSUS501A |
| 15 | 21st Oct 2013 |
• OHS System Presentations • Finalising Sustainability policy
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• SUSTAINABILITY -Assessment 3 |
BSBOHS509A
BSBSUS501A |
| 16 | 28th Oct 2013 | Re-submission of work if required for both competencies. | BSBOHS509A
BSBSUS501A |
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
There is no precsribed textbook fo this course. |
References
Materials will include worksheets distributed by the teacher in class and various Websites which will be indicated. |
Other Resources
Overview of Assessment
Students must demonstrate an understanding of all elements of competency to be deemed competent.
A range of assessment methods are used to assess practical skills and knowledge, for example:
• direct questioning combined with review of portfolios of evidence and third party workplace reports of on-the-job performance by the candidate
• review of authenticated documents from the workplace or training environment
• demonstration of techniques
Students are advised that they are likely to be asked to personally demonstrate their assessment work to their teacher to ensure that the relevant competency standards are being met.
Assessment Tasks
You are required to complete 3 assessment tasks. You must successfully complete all 3 assessment tasks to be deemed competent in this unit. The assessments outlined in this Course Guide Part B relate only to Develop workplace policy and procedures for Sustainability.
Where students are deemed to be Not Yet Competent after the submission of Task 1.1 or task 2 an opportunity will be provided during the course of the semester to resubmit this assessment task. Resubmission for Assessment Task 3 will take place in week 16 where required.
ASSESSMENT TASK 1 – Plan a Sustainable Event (Due: 15th July 2013 - Week 2)
In small groups you are to research current Events that encourage sustainability and promote environmental awareness.
Report on 3 events that you have found to be inspirational.
After looking at events that already exist you are to create an idea for an Event which you will host, either at RMIT or at a location of your choice. Provide any brainstorming, mind mapping, record of discussion etc that leads to you deciding on an Event.
You will provide information regarding: Name, Date, Audience, Sustainable Information etc.
Further information will be provided in class with a detailed assessment task sheet.
Submission Requirements:
Your word-processed report must be saved in PDF format.
You are to upload report using the blackboard and clearly indicate it with your credentials by the due date indicated.
Please review your document before you submit.
ASSESSMENT TASK 2 – Develop a policy for your business to host your special day(Due Date: 26th August, 2013 - Week 8)
In the same small group as task 1: Develop a detailed plan for your Sustainability event and a workplace policy and proposal. This report will be written within your group, and will be presented to the class for suggestions, review and discussion.
Further information will be provided in class with a detailed assessment task sheet.
Submission Requirements:
Your word-processed report must be saved in PDF format.
You are to upload report using the blackboard and clearly indicate it with your credentials by the due date indicated.
Please review your document before you submit.
TASK 3 – Host and Review your Sustainable Event (Due Date: 21 October, 2013 - Week 15)
In the same small group as task 1 & 2: Host your Sustainable Event as per your Plan and Policy, you will write a report regarding how your event was received, did you raise awareness regarding your sustainable event?, was the event a success?
Review your policy and plan and add any extra information that you are now aware of that you were not prior to hosting the event, ensure you are considering Life Cycle Management principles when reviewing your event and policy.
Further information will be provided in class with a detailed assessment task sheet.
Submission Requirements:
Your word-processed report must be saved in PDF format.
You are to upload report using the blackboard and clearly indicate it with your credentials by the due date indicated.
Please review your document before you submit.
Assessment Matrix
Other Information
General Submission Requirements:
Assessment tasks need to be submitted via Blackboard
You should:
• Ensure that you submit assessments on or before the due date. If your performance in the assessment is affected by unexpected circumstances, you should consider applying for Special Consideration. Information on the process and application forms is available at http://rmit.edu.au/browse;ID=ls0ydfokry9rz website.
• Always retain a copy of your assessment tasks. (hard copy and soft copy)
• When you submit work for assessment at RMIT University you need to use a cover sheet that includes a declaration and statement of authorship. You must complete, sign and submit a cover sheet with all work you submit for assessment, whether individual or group work. On the cover sheet you declare that the work you are presenting for assessment is your own work. An assignment cover sheet for submission of work for assessment is available on blackboard.
• Each page of your assessment should include footer with your name, student number, the title of the assessment, unit code and title and page numbers. For example, Julie Macpherson, 324567, Task 2, OHS2345C Ensure safe workplace, Page 1 of 10.
Resubmission Guide:
Late submissions of work required for any stage of this project will be eligible for grading at pass level only
Marking Guide (competency):
Vocational Education and Training (VET) is based on current industry needs and the focus on preparing you for the workplace. Because VET courses are informed by practical application of knowledge and skills, they are based on a system known as ‘competency based training’ (CBT).
So when you are assessed in VET it is about whether you are competent to do the job, as well as having a firm grasp on the knowledge and skills required to do that job, as opposed to traditional curriculum based education settings that are often based on knowledge retention.
You need to demonstrate you are competent in each element of the unit of competency you are studying.
You will receive feedback on each assessment task that will inform you whether you are competent or not and how well you are performing. Once competent in all elements of the unit you receive a competency grading.
Please refer to the Final Grades table below.
Marking Guide (Grading)
After achieving competency we then grade your performance in the unit; this gives you the opportunity to have the level of your performance formally recognized against industry standards and employability skills.
The grading is according to the following criteria:
1. LEVEL OF INDEPENDENCE, INITIATIVE, ENTERPRISE AND PERFORMANCE OF WORK TASK
We are looking for a high level of ability to complete all tasks as per the specifications required as well as demonstrating a high level of initiative and independent thought in your approaches to developing and implementing a sustainability policy.
2. DEMONSTRATED BREADTH OF UNDERPINNING KNOWLEDGE AND A WILLINGNESS TO CONTINUE LEARNING
We are looking for depth of understanding of the environmental issues facing the IT industry as well as a comprehensive knowledge of best practice sustainability strategies and methods for implementing and continuously improving sustainable work practices in the workplace.
3. TECHNIQUES & PROCESSES, TECHNOLOGY SKILLS AND PROBLEM SOLVING
We are looking for appropriate use of technology to assist in preparing a clear and accurate policy suitable for implementation in the workplace. You also need to show an understanding of the kinds of problems that can arise in promoting sustainable work practices and how these might be addressed.
4. WORK ORGANISATION, PLANNING AND SELF MANAGEMENT
We expect to see ongoing progress on class discussions and exercises and full utilisation of Blackboard as per course requirements and timely submission of all required assessment tasks.
5. COMMUNICATION, PEOPLE NETWORKING, LANGUAGE AND INTERPERSONAL SKILLS AND TEAMWORK
We expect to see contributions to relevant discussions and scheduled team sessions. In addition your tasks should demonstrate a very good understanding of strategies for a collaborative approach towards teamwork and interpersonal skills.
Final Grades Table:
CHD Competent with High Distinction
CDI Competent with Distinction
CC Competent with Credit
CAG Competency Achieved – Graded
NYC Not Yet Competent
DNS Did Not Submit for assessment
Further information regarding the application of the grading criteria will be provided by your teacher.
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