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 | Establish work requirements | 1.1 | Applicable work health and safety (WHS), legislative and organisational requirements relevant to surface preparation are verified and complied with |
| | 1.2 | Instructions, plans and/or work instructions are read and interpreted to identify processes and materials to complete work tasks |
| | 1.3 | Tools, equipment and materials are selected and checked prior to use to ensure that they are appropriate for the work, serviceable and in a safe condition |
| | 1.4 | Where required, appropriate solvent and application method is selected to meet job specification |
2 | Prepare worksite and set up equipment | 2.1 | Worksite is prepared in accordance with surface cleaning activity |
| | 2.2 | Appropriate equipment and any required consumables are assembled, set up and prepared in accordance with manufacturer specifications and organisational procedures |
| | 2.3 | Hazards are recognised and steps adopted to ensure safety |
3 | Prepare surfaces using solvents as required | 3.1 | Surfaces are prepared for procedures |
| | 3.2 | Safe working environment for solvent use is established according to regulatory requirements and organisational procedures |
| | 3.3 | Solvents are applied |
| | 3.4 | Treated surface is neutralised and made safe to handle |
| | 3.5 | The area is made safe in accordance with organisational procedures |
4 | Prepare surfaces using mechanical means | 4.1 | Safe working environment for mechanical surface preparation is established according to regulatory requirements and organisational procedures |
| | 4.2 | Surfaces are prepared to specifications using mechanical means |
| | 4.3 | Adjustments are made, as required, to meet specifications |
| | 4.4 | Surface preparation faults are rectified as necessary |
| | 4.5 | Equipment used is cleaned and checked for damage and operational faults in accordance with organisational procedures |
5 | Ensure surfaces are adequately prepared and clean up | 5.1 | Surface preparation is assessed for cleanliness and conformance with specification |
| | 5.2 | Any faults in the surface preparation are identified and action taken to remedy them in accordance with procedures |
| | 5.3 | Problems are reported to a designated person |
| | 5.4 | Records and documentation are completed in accordance with organisational procedures |
| | 5.5 | Work area is restored and waste disposed of in accordance with organisational procedures |
Interpret work order and locate and apply relevant information
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
Prepare a minimum of two (2) surfaces for powder coating or other finish without the need for further preparation
Complete work area housekeeping activities, including clean up, effectively and in accordance with organisational procedures
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
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
Organisational and site standards, requirements, policies and procedures for the preparation of surfaces for coating
Environmental protection requirements relating to the disposal of waste material
Established communication channels and protocols
Relevant problem identification and resolution
Common surface contaminants
Treatment for different substrates
Types of tools and equipment and procedures for their safe use, operation and maintenance
Safe handling of hazardous materials
Storage systems and labelling
Procedures for the recording, reporting and maintenance of workplace records and information
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 materials, equipment and specifications for surface preparation.