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 |
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1 | Identify appropriate measurements | 1.1 | Select appropriate measuring equipment |
| 1.2 | Identify units of measurement to be used and the detail required |
| 1.3 | Check measuring equipment is in calibration |
2 | Perform measurements | 2.1 | Identify and take account of relevant external factors |
| 2.2 | Perform measurements using appropriate techniques |
| 2.3 | Compare measurements against the range of expected results |
| 2.4 | Self-check numerical information for accuracy and correctness |
3 | Record measurements as required | 3.1 | Accurately record the result in the appropriate format |
| 3.2 | Record the result to the appropriate level of detail |
4 | Respond to routine problems in accordance with procedures | 4.1 | Recognise known problems that occur during the measurement |
| 4.2 | Identify and take action on causes of routine problems |
| 4.3 | Log problems as required |
| 4.4 | Identify non-routine problems and report to appropriate personnel |
Evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy the requirements of the elements and performance criteria and must include the ability to:
select appropriate measuring device
check equipment is within calibration
take accurate measurements
check accuracy of own work and complete workplace forms
report routine problems and take corrective action, where appropriate.
Evidence must be provided that demonstrates knowledge of:
basic units of measurement, such as
kilogram
metre
second
types and application of measuring devices, including range of results that may be obtained
the need for calibration
methods of checking equipment is within calibration
routine problems that may arise in the job/work environment and corrective action appropriate to the problem cause.
The unit should be assessed holistically and the judgement of competence shall be based on a holistic assessment of the evidence.
The collection of performance evidence:
should occur over a range of situations which include typical disruptions to normal, smooth operations
must include the use of appropriate tools, equipment and safety gear requiring demonstration of preparation, operation, completion and responding to problems
may use industry-based simulation for all or part of the unit particularly where safety, lack of opportunity or significant cost is an issue.
Assessment should occur in operational workplace situations. Where this is not possible, or where personal safety or environmental damage are limiting factors, assessment must occur in a sufficiently rigorous simulated environment reflecting realistic operational workplace conditions. This must cover all aspects of workplace performance, including environment, task skills, task management skills, contingency management skills and job role environment skills.
Assessment in a simulated environment should use evidence collected from one or more of:
walk-throughs
pilot plant operation
demonstration of skills
industry-based case studies/scenarios
‘what ifs’.
Knowledge evidence may be collected concurrently with performance evidence (provided a record is kept) or through an independent process, such as workbooks, written assessments or interviews (provided a record is kept).
Assessment processes and techniques must be appropriate to the language, literacy and numeracy requirements of the work being performed and the needs of the candidate.
Conditions for assessment must include access to all tools, equipment, materials and documentation required, including relevant workplace procedures, product and manufacturing specifications associated with this unit.
Foundation skills are integral to competent performance of the unit and should not be assessed separately.
As a minimum, assessors must satisfy the Standards for Registered Training Organisations 2015 assessor requirements.