CPPCLO4106 — Clean and decontaminate clandestine drug sites

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What an assessment for CPPCLO4106 must cover

111 assessable components: 5 elements (22 performance criteria), 1 performance evidence and 88 knowledge evidence requirements. An audit-defensible tool maps every question and task back to these — that mapping is the coverage matrix Auditori generates alongside the assessment.

Elements & performance criteria

1 Inspect and assess the site.

1.1Confirm that site has been released by police and clarify site access, areas to be restored and scope of work with building owner, client, insurer or supervisor.
1.2Determine job requirements based on the state of the site, the chemicals found through testing, processes used and the period of time, the clandestine laboratory was active according to WHS and organisational requirements.
1.3Select, check for fit and serviceability, and use personal protective equipment (PPE) according to WHS and job requirements.
1.4Assess site hazards, risks and contamination and determine control measures, including containment and engineering controls required, according to WHS requirements.
1.5Investigate materials and construction of affected structure and contents to determine if disposal is required or restoration is viable.
1.6Seek specialist advice, where required, according to job, organisational and legislative requirements.
1.7Document condition of area to be restored and advise client, building owner or insurer of the results of the assessment, proposed remediation methods, risks and likely outcomes and seek approval to proceed according to organisational requirements.

2 Prepare to undertake cleaning and decontamination.

2.1Liaise with appropriate personnel to confirm that area is safe from hazards and risks according to WHS requirements.
2.2Secure the site and implement adequate containment measures and engineering controls to avoid cross-contamination according to organisational and WHS requirements.
2.3Identify and dispose of materials and items that are unable to be remediated according to organisational and WHS requirements.
2.4Determine appropriate remediation methods equipment, cleaning agents and sequence of tasks for maximum safety, efficiency and decontamination according to environmental, WHS, manufacturer instructions and organisational requirements.

3 Clean and decontaminate site.

3.1Apply appropriate method, equipment and cleaning agents to decontaminate materials according to manufacturer, WHS and job requirements.
3.2Clean and disinfect site, surfaces and contents according to manufacturer, WHS and job requirements.
3.3Determine sources of residual odour and select appropriate odour counteractant according to job and WHS requirements.

4 Evaluate outcomes of site decontamination.

4.1Determine the need for post-decontamination testing and, if required, arrange testing according to industry accepted practice and organisational procedures.
4.2Determine further action or advice required based on evaluation or test results.
4.3Conduct repeat decontamination, as needed, according to organisational and job requirements.

5 Complete work activities.

5.1Record site remediation and seek independent verification or sign-off, as required, according to job, environmental and WHS requirements.
5.2Remove safety signage barriers, containment and engineering controls and dispose of soil and waste according to WHS and environmental requirements.
5.3Clean and/or dispose of PPE as required by organisational requirements.
5.4Check equipment for faults, wear or damage and report according to organisational requirements.
5.5Store equipment and materials according to organisational requirements.

Performance evidence

developing and implementing a decontamination plan for one of the following sites: a methamphetamine laboratory in a freestanding house, a property used to grow an illegal crop of cannabis (marijuana).

Knowledge evidence

aspects of the following relevant to decontamination of clandestine drug sites:
work health and safety (WHS) requirements
Safe Work Australia regulations and guidelines
job safety analyses (JSAs) and safe work method statements (SWMS)
manufacturer instructions and safety data sheets (SDS)
Australian Government Clandestine Drug Laboratory Remediation Guidelines 2011
IICRC S500 Standard for Water Damage Restoration
Environment Protection Authority (EPA) and local requirements for prescribed waste disposal
personal and site security procedures and requirements:
site access - security cards, codes and keys
areas of the worksite not to be accessed
alarm activation and deactivation
maintaining client privacy and confidentiality
contingencies if personal safety at risk
building system considerations relevant to drug site decontamination:
structural components - methods of construction and materials
heating, cooling and ventilation, including heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) systems
potential locations of not readily observable contaminants - behind and under plaster walls, ceilings, pipes, appliances, insulation, panelling, wallpaper, floors, flooring, carpet, cabinetry and interstitial spaces
unintended consequential damage arising from event and mitigation
factors determining restorability:
presence of mould and duration of exposure
material composition
cost of restoration
cost of replacement
sentimental, legal, artistic, cultural and historical value
potential secondary harm and waste created by restoration methods
situations and procedure for seeking specialist advice:
work requiring insurance company approval
situations requiring waiver
specialised contents such as artwork
high value and irreplaceable items
role, strengths and limitations of specialists who may provide advice:
Indoor Environmental Professional (IEP)
occupational hygienist
building professional
insurance representative
microbiologist
risks and management of hazards:
chemicals used in the production of illegal drugs such as methamphetamine
contaminated belongings, including sharps
water damage
mould
compromised or improvised electrical circuitry
modified or poorly maintained structures
site accessibility
air quality/oxygen depletion in subterranean non-ventilated spaces
booby traps not detected by law enforcement
presence or appearance of persons associated with the alleged offences
biological hazards, including used syringes and paraphernalia from drug abuse, poor personal hygiene practices of occupants and domestic pets
physical, chemical and microbial contamination
unintended consequential damage arising from event and mitigation
ways to control hazards and risks:
types of personal protective equipment (PPE) and correct selection, care, use and disposal
slips, trips, falls and spills
manual-handling techniques when carrying, lifting, pushing and pulling
identification and safe practices with asbestos on site
correct use of signage, barriers, containment and engineering controls and PPE
safe use of electrical equipment
cleaning principles:
cleaning agent, time, agitation and temperature
significance of pH value of cleaning agents
sequence and direction of cleaning
achieve results while doing no harm
types of cleaning and decontamination agents - their purpose, action, correct use, precautions, safe handling, storage and disposal
functions, features, safe use, maintenance and storage of cleaning and decontamination equipment
decontamination methods and precautions for surface types:
porous
semi-porous
non-porous
selection and processes for clean-up/wash up remediation method for drug sites:
ventilation
detergent washing surfaces followed by rinsing with water
vacuuming surfaces with high efficiency particulate air vacuums
steam cleaning/high-pressure cleaning
neutralisation of surfaces with weak acids/bases
flushing pipes with water
selection and processes for stripping/encapsulation remediation method for drug sites:
removal of all structure contents, including appliances, furnishings, floor coverings, curtains, blinds, panelling, plaster and wallpaper
cleaning and vacuuming
sealing of surfaces with paints or other materials
disposal of contents/stripped materials
flushing pipes with water
environmentally sustainable work practices and compliance with environmental regulations:
ways of minimising negative environmental impact
conserving energy and water
recycling
waste disposal of used materials and decontamination agents
disposal of prescribed waste.

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