Required skills

communication skills to follow workplace verbal instructions

initiative and enterprise skills to recognise a workplace problem or potential problem and take action

learning skills to identify sources of information assistance and expert knowledge to expand skills knowledge and understanding

literacy skills to

read and follow information in written job instructions quality procedures specifications standard operating procedures charts lists drawings and other reference documents

document adhesive procedures and required parts

numeracy skills to calculate surface area and adhesive requirements

planning and organising skills to

plan use and follow job specifications when using adhesives

plan own work requirements and prioritise actions to achieve required outcomes and ensure tasks are completed on time

identify risk factors and take action to minimise them

problemsolving skills to

refer problems outside area of responsibility to appropriate person and suggest possible causes

seek information and assistance as required to solve problems

selfmanagement skills to

select and use appropriate attaching equipment adhesives materials processes and procedures

recognise own limitations and seek advice

follow workplace policies and documentation such as codes of practice and attaching procedures

technical skills to

use adhesive attaching workplace tools and equipment relating to the manufacture and recovering of leather trimmed components including the use of adhesives specialist tools and equipment

technology skills to

adapt to the use of adhesives and workplace tools and equipment

operate adhesive attaching equipment

use technology to collect and provide information on adhesive types

Required knowledge

WHS and personal safety requirements

adhesive application equipment

technical information relating to adhesive use

MSDS and product safety requirements

adhesive manufacturer specifications

adhesive selection preparation and application procedures

procedures for the safe use of adhesive cleaning materials

workplace quality processes relating to selecting and applying adhesives in vehicles

The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria required Skills and Knowledge the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package

Overview of assessment

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit must be relevant to workplace operations and satisfy all of the requirements of the performance criteria and required skills and knowledge

A person who demonstrates competency in this unit must be able to

observe safety procedures and requirements

select methods and techniques appropriate to the circumstances

complete preparatory activity in a systematic manner

select and apply a range of fabric adhesives

follow workplace procedures and requirements as they apply to adhesive tool and equipment use

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Competency is to be assessed in the workplace or a simulated workplace environment that accurately reflects performance in a real workplace setting

Assessment is to occur

using standard workplace practices and procedures

following safety requirements

applying environmental constraints

Assessment is to comply with relevant

regulatory requirements

Australian standards

industry codes of practice

The following resources must be made available for the assessment of this unit

workplace location or simulated workplace

materials relevant to selecting and applying trim and fabric adhesives

equipment and hand and power tools appropriate to selecting and applying trim and fabric adhesives

specifications and work instructions

Method of assessment

Assessment must satisfy the endorsed Assessment Guidelines of this Training Package

Assessment methods must confirm consistency and accuracy of performance over time and in a range of workplace relevant contexts together with the application of required skills and knowledge

Assessment methods must be by direct observation of tasks and include questioning on required skills and knowledge to ensure correct interpretation and application

Competence in this unit may be assessed in conjunction with other units which together form part of a holistic work role

Where applicable reasonable adjustment must be made to work environments and training situations to accommodate the needs of diverse clients

Assessment processes and techniques must be culturally sensitive and appropriate to the language literacy and numeracy capacity of the candidate and the work being performed

Method may include:

Workplace health and safety requirements may include:

Personal protective equipment may include:

Emergency procedures may include:

Information may include:

Materials may include:

Environmental requirements may include:

Statutory and regulatory authorities’ requirements may include: