List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.
Elements describe the essential outcomes. | Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. |
1 | Assess requirements | 1.1 | Customer/specification is consulted to determine requirements |
| | 1.2 | Cost and feasibility of requirements are evaluated and development requirements are explored taking into consideration process, material, quantity, cost and outcome requirements |
| | 1.3 | Codes, regulations and technical documentation are consulted to establish design limitations, where applicable |
| | 1.4 | Specialist expertise is consulted as required |
2 | Propose options | 2.1 | Options for the use and modification of stock lines are defined and proposed to the customer to determine most appropriate modifications |
| | 2.2 | Modification of stock lines is considered to take into account production, facility, ergonomic requirements, work health and safety (WHS) and environmental factors |
3 | Develop modifications to stock lines | 3.1 | Modifications are developed to meet customer specifications/standards, use and all legislative or regulatory requirements |
| | 3.2 | Verification of the development is undertaken in accordance with workplace procedures |
4 | Coordinate implementation and testing of modifications | 4.1 | Implementation of modifications is arranged and coordinated |
| 4.2 | Outcome is tested and assessed to establish conformance to requirements |
| 4.3 | Variations to the design are carried out where necessary |
| | 4.4 | Documentation is prepared to meet all requirements |
Collect, organise and understand information related to multi-trade work instructions and work orders, building and structural plans and safety procedures
Apply safe handling requirements for equipment, products and materials, including use of personal protective equipment
Identify materials used in the work process
Follow work instructions, operating procedures and inspection processes to:
minimise the risk of injury to self or others
prevent damage to goods, equipment and products
maintain required production output and product quality
Identify the impact of decisions in terms of commercial, environmental and safety risks for at least one (1) stock line
Evaluate existing stock line designs and propose modifications
Evaluate design and design modification performance and coordinate modification and testing
Suggest improvements to stock line designs and, where authorised, negotiate changes
Use mathematical ideas and techniques to correctly complete measurements, calculate area and estimate material requirements
Communicate ideas and information to enable confirmation of work requirements and specifications and the reporting of work outcomes and problems, interpret basic plans and follow safety procedures
Use workplace technology related to the coordination, including communication equipment, time and management aids, and other measuring devices
Avoid backtracking, work flow interruptions or wastage
Work with others and in a team by recognising dependencies and using cooperative approaches to optimise work flow and productivity
Company business policies and plans, including procedures for product modification and product development
Ergonomic principles for furniture design and manufacture
Enterprise design practices and processes
The range of company products, market, work systems and equipment
Relevant regulatory requirements, recognised standards and codes, and industry practices
Assessors must:
hold training and assessment competencies as determined by the National Skills Standards Council (NSSC) or its successors
have vocational competency in the furnishing industry at least to the level being assessed with broad industry knowledge and experience, usually combined with a relevant industry qualification
be familiar with the current skills and knowledge used and have relevant, current experience in the furnishing industry.
Assessment methods must confirm consistency of performance over time rather than a single assessment event and in a range of workplace relevant contexts.
Assessment must be by observation of relevant tasks with questioning on underpinning knowledge and, where applicable, multimedia evidence, supervisor’s reports, projects and work samples.
Assessment is to be conducted on single units of competency or in conjunction with other related units of competency. Foundation skills are integral to competent performance in the unit and should not be assessed separately.
Assessment must occur on the job or in a workplace simulated facility with relevant process, equipment, materials, work instructions and deadlines.
Access is required to stock lines, including design, production specifications and procedures, customer requirements and access to realistic customisation options.