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Elements and Performance Criteria

  1. Plan for application
  2. Apply ergonomics, anthropometrics and proxemics

Range Statement

Specifies different work environments and conditions that may affect performance. Essential operating conditions that may be present (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) are included. Range is restricted to essential operating conditions and any other variables essential to the work environment.

Unit context includes:

WHS requirements, including legislation, building codes, material safety management systems, hazardous and dangerous goods codes, and local safe operating procedures or equivalent

work is carried out in accordance with legislative obligations, environmental legislation, relevant health regulations, manual handling procedures and organisation insurance requirements

work requires individuals to demonstrate conceptual and analytical ability, discretion, judgement and problem solving

customers or suppliers may be internal or external

Design brief includes:

the aims, objectives, milestones for the design project

organisational or personal profiles

target audience

budget

timeline

consultation requirements

colour requirements

image requirements

function

Appropriate personnel include:

trainers

supervisors

suppliers

clients

colleagues

managers

Clients include:

suppliers

manufacturers

private clients

colleagues

retailers

the public

Principles of design include:

balance

proportion (symmetry and asymmetry)

harmony

contrast

pattern

movement

rhythm

unity

style

focus

scale

dominant

sub-dominant

subordinate relationship

emphasis

proximity

alignment

space

anthropometry

ergonomics

arrangement

workload materials handling capacity

skills available

equipment capabilities

aesthetic relations

tension

development methods

Concepts include:

ideas generated to respond to the design brief through both ideation drawings or sketching and written explanation

Ergonomics include:

the study of the efficiency of persons in their working environment

Anthropometrics include:

the scientific study of the measurements of the human body

Proxemics include:

the study of socially conditioned spatial factors in ordinary human relations

Maquette includes:

a miniature version of the intended final product to establish if the elements and principles of design have been achieved

Prototypes include:

a full size replica of the intended product outcome based on concept sketches and freehand development drawings, produced from stiff cardboard, scrap timber or moulding clay

Working drawings include:

drafted technical drawings or drawings produced on computer using computer-aided design (CAD) software packages

Specifications include:

the measurements and procedures by which a product is constructed, and materials to be utilised

Manufacturing processes include:

the methods by which the product will be produced, these steps entail working from working drawings and specifications, producing components utilising machine operations, assembly of the components and finishing techniques

Information and procedures include:

work procedures/instructions

manufacturer specifications and instructions

standard forms of workplace process and procedures

organisation work specifications and requirements

legislation, regulations and codes of practice

quality and Australian Standards and procedures

Performance Evidence

Collect, organise and understand information related to furnishing work instructions and work orders and safety procedures

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

Apply ergonomics, anthropometrics and proxemic considerations to enhance a product for a design brief

Apply design elements and principles to the application of ergonomics, anthropometrics and proxemic considerations to a product

Use mathematical ideas and techniques to correctly complete measurements, calculate area and estimate material requirements

Lead others and work effectively to improve production quality and outcomes

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

Use workplace technology related to the coordination, including communication equipment, time and management aids and other measuring devices

Minimise wastage of resources, including materials, time and money

Work with others and in a team by recognising dependencies and using cooperative approaches to optimise work flow and productivity and encourage participation of employees in the planning of work activities and changes

Knowledge Evidence

State or territory WHS legislation, regulations, standards and codes of practice relevant to the full range of processes for applying ergonomics, anthropometrics and proxemic considerations to a product

Organisational and site standards, requirements, policies and procedures for applying ergonomics, anthropometrics and proxemic considerations to a product

Elements and principles of design

Ergonomics, anthropometrics, proxemics and aesthetic values

Human body functions

Types of tools and equipment and procedures for their safe use, operation and maintenance

Characteristics of materials, products and defects

Set-up and operation of equipment

Relevant computer programs

Product machining, assembly and finishing techniques

Sketching and drawing

Storage systems and labelling

Australian Standards for product design

Procedures for the recording, reporting and maintenance of workplace records and information

Appropriate mathematical procedures for estimation and measurement

Environmental protection requirements

Established communication channels and protocols

Relevant problem identification and resolution