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 | Determine job requirements | 1.1 | Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) |
| 1.2 | Comply with work health and safety (WHS) requirements at all times |
| 1.3 | Use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) in accordance with SOPs |
| 1.4 | Identify job requirements from specifications, drawings, job sheets or work instructions |
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2 | Prepare for repair operations | 2.1 | Identify required laundry repair operations |
| 2.2 | Set up workstation in accordance with workplace procedures and requirements |
| 2.3 | Set up equipment in accordance with specification for the work |
| 2.4 | Check product for repair or condemning |
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3 | Make repairs to damaged laundry items | 3.1 | Determine repair requirements for damaged products and perform repairs in accordance with required specifications |
| 3.2 | Consult specialists or appropriate personnel on repair requirements, where necessary |
| 3.3 | Operate equipment in accordance with manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures |
| 3.4 | Identify and report operating faults and maintain records |
Evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy the requirements of the elements and performance criteria, and include:
reading and following work instructions, standard operating procedures (SOPs), safe work practices and other reference material
using at least two (2) types of repair equipment according to specifications
selecting equipment for specific tasks
identifying, grading, and classifying repair requirements
performing repairs on at least two (2) laundry items
maintaining records
applying workplace procedures.
Evidence must be provided that demonstrates knowledge of:
safe work practices and procedures and use of personal protective equipment (PPE)
relevant industry or Australian Standards
range of laundry repair operations
equipment to repair laundry items
machine and equipment applications, operation monitoring and adjustment procedures
fibres and fabrics
repair requirements, techniques and procedures
workplace procedures
recording and reporting practices.
Assessors must:
satisfy the assessor competency requirements that are in place at the time of the assessment, as set by the VET regulator
have vocational competency in repairing damaged laundry items, at least to the level being assessed, with relevant industry knowledge and experience.
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 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.