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 own work | 1.1 | Continuously check completed work against workplace standards relevant to the operation being undertaken. |
| 1.2 | Demonstrate an understanding of how the work activities and completed work relate to the next production process or processes and to the final products or services concerned. |
| 1.3 | Identify and isolate faulty components, products or processes. |
| 1.4 | Record and/or report faults and any identified causes to the supervisor concerned, where required, in accordance with workplace procedures. |
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2 | Assess quality of received components, parts or materials | 2.1 | Continuously measure/check received components, parts, materials, information, service or final products against workplace standards and specifications for conformance. |
| 2.2 | Demonstrate an understanding of how the received components, parts or materials, information or service relate to the current operation and how they contribute to the final quality of the product or service. |
| 2.3 | Identify and isolate faulty components, parts, materials or information that relate to the operator's work. |
| 2.4 | Record and/or report faults and any identified causes in accordance with workplace procedures. |
| 2.5 | Identify causes of any identified faults and take corrective action as specified in workplace procedures. |
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3 | Investigate causes of quality deviations | 3.1 | Record information on quality and other indicators of process performance. |
| 3.2 | Investigate and report causes of deviations from specified quality standards for components. |
| 3.3 | Recommend suitable preventative action based on workplace quality standards and the identified causes of deviations from specified quality standards of materials. |
Evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy the requirements of the elements and performance criteria and include the ability, for one (1) or more products/processes, to:
check and measure relevant quality parameters
interpret results of quality checks in terms of specifications, patterns and work standards
take required action where standards of materials, component parts, final product or work processes are found to be unacceptable
maintain accurate records.
Must provide evidence that demonstrates knowledge relevant to their job role sufficient to fulfil their job role under routine only supervision, including:
relevant quality standards, policies and procedures
relevant production processes, materials and products
relevant measurement techniques and quality checking procedures
reporting procedures.
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 operation of the workplace
will typically include a supervisor/third-party report focussing on consistent performance and problem recognition and solving. A supervisor/third-party report must be prepared by someone who has a direct, relevant, current relationship with the person being assessed and who is in a position to form a judgement on workplace performance relevant to the unit of competency
must include the application of quality standards to own workplace
will typically include the use of appropriate tools, equipment and safety gear requiring demonstration of preparation, operation, completion and responding to problems.
Assessment should occur in operational workplace situations. 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.
Assessors must satisfy the assessor competency requirements that are in place at the time of the assessment as set by the VET regulator.
The assessor must demonstrate both technical competency and currency.
Technical competence can be demonstrated through:
relevant VET or other qualification/Statement of Attainment AND/OR
relevant workplace experience
Currency can be demonstrated through:
performing the competency being assessed as part of current employment OR
having consulted with an organisation providing relevant environmental monitoring, management or technology services about performing the competency being assessed within the last twelve months.