CIWM (WAMITAB) Level 4 Medium Risk Operator Competence for Household Waste Recycling Centres
For the Resource and Waste Managment Sector
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CIWM (WAMITAB) Level 4 Medium Risk Operator Competence for Household Waste Recycling Centres (MROC14)
QSP Training delivers the CIWM (WAMITAB) Level 4 Medium Risk Operator Competence for Household Waste Recycling Centres (HWRCs). This recognised qualification ensures that site managers, supervisors and technically competent personnel have the skills, knowledge and practical capability required to operate HWRC and Civic Amenity sites safely and in full compliance with UK environmental legislation.
Wamitab qualifications codes are MROC14
About this Qualification
This Medium Risk Level 4 qualification forms part of the CIWM Operator Competence Scheme. It ensures that learners can competently manage permitted HWRC activities under:
England and Wales, under the Environmental Permitting Regulations
Northern Ireland, under the Waste Management Licensing (Amendment) Regulations 2015
It applies specifically to sites dealing with:
Household Waste Recycling Centres
Civic Amenity (CA) Sites
Who is it for?
This qualification is ideal for:
Technically Competent Managers (TCMs)
Household Waste Recycling Centre managers
Civic Amenity site supervisors
Waste management consultants
It is suitable for operators working under Standard Rules permits:
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SR2008No12, SR2008No13, SR2015No19, SR2015No20 (Wales)
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SR2022No6 (England)
How Is the Qualification Delivered?
Assessment is completed in the workplace using a portfolio of evidence.
Learners demonstrate real operational competence in areas such as:
Site safety
Waste reception and classification
Public interaction and site supervision
Environmental protection measures
What Does the Qualification Cover?
Mandatory Units (All Learners Complete)
Learners complete five core units:
OCS01 – Maintain health and safety in the waste and resource management industry
OCS02 – Manage the environmental impact of work activities
OCS05 – Manage the movement, sorting and storage of waste
OCS06 – Control work activities on a waste management facility
OCS17 –Manage the reception of waste on a Household Waste Recycling Centre
Optional Units (Choose One – Depends on Permit Type)
OCS40 – Manage the transfer of recovered waste from a hazardous waste facility
OCS41 – Manage the transfer of recovered waste from a non-hazardous waste facility
These options accommodate both the hazardous and non-hazardous HWRC pathways (MROC14a and MROC14b).
Entry Requirements
This is an open-entry qualification, meaning no prior learning is required.
Learners must simply:
Be employed in a suitable operational role, or
Have access to an active HWRC or CA site for evidence gathering
Because assessment is workplace-based, site access is essential.
Career Opportunities
This qualification supports roles such as:
Household Waste Recycling Centre Manager
Civic Amenity Site Supervisor
Waste and recycling facility manager
Environmental compliance officer
It ensures individuals have recognised competence to meet regulatory requirements across the UK.
Progression opportunities include:
CIWM Level 4 Certificate in Waste & Resource Management
High Risk qualifications such as HROC6 or HROC4
What Happens After Completion?
Learners acting as the recognised TCM must take the Continuing Competence test every two years to demonstrate up-to-date knowledge.
(Northern Ireland requirements may vary.)
Many learners also progress to CIWM membership, gaining access to CPD resources, industry insights and professional recognition.
Course Summary
Delivery Options
Delivered in the workplace by a qualified CIWM-approved assessor.
Duration
Typically completed within 12 to 24 months, depending on experience and workplace opportunity, we also offer a fast-track option.
Assessment
Workplace portfolio of evidence
Certification
On successful completion, learners achieve a CIWM (WAMITAB) Level 4 Medium Risk Operator Competence for Household Waste Recycling Centres (MROC14)
Available in: England, Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales
Take the Next Step
Whether you are looking to enhance your career or ensure your business meets regulatory standards, our team is here to help you choose the right training path. Contact QSP Training today to speak to an advisor or book your next course.
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