Waste Collection Management (Level 2)
About This Course
At the end of this module, you will be able to operate hook-lift mounted trucks and equipment to collect and transport waste during waste collection.
What You'll Learn
- Perform waste collection in accordance with regulatory requirements and organisational procedures for general waste and/or recyclable waste.
- Perform waste collection ensuring self and other road users’ safety.
- Ensure hook-lift mechanisms are in good working condition prior to deployment.
- Ensure waste collected are secured in their containment containers and there is no visible damage on the containers.
- Operate, inspect and maintain automated mechanical equipment and devices on hook-lift mounted trucks.
- Dispose general and/or recyclable waste in accordance with regulatory requirements and organisational procedures.
- Replenish consumables in preparation for next waste collection trip.
Entry Requirements
- 21 years and above.
- Speak, listen and read English at Workplace Literacy (WPL) Level 3, and manipulate numbers at Workplace Numeracy (WPN) Level 3.
- Never attended school; pre-primary / kindergarten education; primary education without PSLE / PSPE certification or equivalent.
- Possess Class 4 and above driving license.
- Minimum of two months of work experience in the waste management (waste collection) industry as a Class A & B GWCs Driver, / Senior Driver / Captain. Those who operates hook-lift and other trucks (except compaction vehicles, such as rear end loaders and side loaders).