Waste transport driver operations and safety using a left-hand waste collection vehicle (Micro-credential)

Drivers must hold a current full driver licence and/or endorsement appropriate to the class of vehicle being driven.
Industry requires learners are working in a role with an industry employer who has a workplace training and/or assessment agreement to deliver this micro-credential.

Pre-enrolment
- Learners/ākonga must be able to access a workplace for work-based training. The provider may be able to assist with placement for those not already employed.

Accessibility
- Providers will ensure meaningful engagement with a variety of learners/ākonga and support organisations for any disability for learners/ākonga who can still meet the physical demands of a waste transport driver role.

Language proficiency
- There are no specific additional expectations for literacy requirements over the entry expectations for language proficiency for a level 3 award or qualification.
- Providers will support ākonga/learners during delivery to ensure they have the level of language proficiency or literacy required.

What can I expect out of this qualification?

The purpose of this micro-credential is to provide the waste transport industry with people who have the skills and knowledge required to undertake driver operations safely using a left-hand sideloader or low entry vehicle for waste industry activities, under limited supervision.

This micro-credential is intended for new entrants to the industry, or those who may wish to pursue a career change. It may also be used by those who have been working in the industry for some time who want to achieve a formal award.

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