CIWM (WAMITAB) Level 4 High Risk Operator Competence – Closed Landfill (HROC3)
For the Resource and Waste Managment Sector
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CIWM (WAMITAB) Level 4 High Risk Operator Competence for Closed Landfill - Wamitab HROC3
QSP Training delivers the CIWM (WAMITAB) Level 4 High Risk Operator Competence for Closed Landfill, designed for professionals responsible for managing restored or closed landfill sites. This qualification forms part of the CIWM Operator Competence Scheme and ensures managers have the technical knowledge and practical skills required to maintain safe, compliant and environmentally responsible landfill operations.
Wamitab qualifications codes are HROC3 and New Ofqual number is 601/8499/1
About this Qualification ?
This Level 4 award demonstrates that a learner is technically competent to manage closed landfill facilities across England, Wales and Northern Ireland in line with:
Environmental Permitting Regulations (England and Wales)
Waste Management Licensing (Amendment) Regulations (Northern Ireland) 2015
HROC3 covers the specific responsibilities and ongoing requirements for maintaining, monitoring and managing closed landfill sites, including aftercare, environmental control and regulatory inspections.
Who is it for?
This qualification is ideal for:
Technically Competent Managers (TCMs)
Site managers and supervisors responsible for closed landfill maintenance
Consultants working with closed landfill operations or environmental monitoring
It is suited to both new and experienced professionals who must demonstrate recognised competence at High Risk level for closed landfill management.
How Is the Qualification Delivered?
The qualification is assessed in the workplace through a portfolio of evidence, allowing learners to demonstrate real competence through their day-to-day tasks.
Evidence may include site inspections, environmental monitoring records, maintenance activities, emergency planning procedures and regulatory compliance documentation.
What Does the Qualification Cover?
Learners must complete seven mandatory units, covering essential elements of closed landfill management:
Maintain health and safety in waste and resource management (OCS01)
Manage the environmental impact of work activities (OCS02)
Control maintenance and engineering operations (OCS08)
Procedural compliance (OCS09)
Manage and maintain systems for responding to emergencies (OCS10)
Manage and maintain a restored closed landfill site (OCS39)
Manage an inspection visit from regulatory bodies (OCS65)
These units align with the operational, environmental and compliance duties required to ensure that closed landfill sites remain safe, stable and legally compliant.
Entry Requirements
This qualification is open entry. No previous qualifications are required, but learners must:
Be employed in a suitable operational role, or
Have access to a closed landfill environment for workplace assessment
Career Opportunities
Successful completion supports job roles such as:
Closed landfill site manager
Technically Competent Manager (TCM)
Environmental compliance manager
Landfill aftercare specialist
It provides recognised competence for managing closed landfill sites in accordance with regulatory requirements.
What Happens After Completion?
To maintain TCM status, learners must pass a Continuing Competence assessment every two years to demonstrate up-to-date knowledge and compliance.
Learners can also progress to CIWM membership, gaining access to industry resources, professional development and career support.
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
Portfolio of evidence
Certification
On successful completion, learners achieve a CIWM (WAMITAB) Level 4 High Risk Operator Competence – Closed Landfill (HROC3) — Ofqual Number: 601/8499/1.
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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