Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners

MSFBA2011 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Select and apply hardware and fixings for blinds, awnings, screens and grilles

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Issue Date: May 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency MSFBA2011 - Select and apply hardware and fixings for blinds, awnings, screens and grilles
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to select and use hardware and other fixings in the manufacture and installation of blinds, awnings, and non-security and security screens and grilles. The unit applies to those working in the blinds, awnings, non-security and security screens and grilles industry, in both residential and commercial environments and small to large scale enterprises.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.

Assessment must occur in the workplace, or in a simulated environment that reflects workplace conditions and contingencies.

Access is required to:

PPE applicable to job requirements, including:

hearing protection

protective clothing

respiratory protection

safety footwear

safety glasses or goggles

WHS documentation specific to the performance evidence

hardware and fixings specified in the knowledge evidence

workplace documentation, including:

work orders

customer care cards

workplace procedures specified in the knowledge evidence

manufacturer specifications

time sheets.

Assessors of this unit must satisfy the assessor requirements in applicable vocational education and training legislation, frameworks and/or standards.
Prerequisites/co-requisites
Competency Field
Development and validation strategy and guide for assessors and learners Student Learning Resources Handouts
Activities 		Slides
PPT 		Assessment 1 Assessment 2 Assessment 3 Assessment 4
Elements of Competency Performance Criteria              
Element: Identify and select types of hardware and fixings required for the work
       
Element: Identify work health and safety (WHS) requirements and personal protection requirements of job according to workplace procedures
       
Element: Identify and select required tools and equipment based on work order, and check their safe and effective operation
       
Element: Use hardware and fittings
  • Lay out hardware items ready for application according to workplace procedures
       
Element: Apply hardware and fixings according to work order instructions and workplace procedures
       
Element: Check work as it progresses against quality standards and work order requirements, and rectify identified deficiencies within scope of own role
       
Element: Finalise selection and use of hardware and fixings
  • Clean work area and surfaces, and dispose of waste and scrap materials safely and sustainably according to workplace procedures
       
Element: Collect and store unused hardware and fixings for re-use and disposal according to workplace procedures
       
Element: Check tools and equipment, and tag and report faulty items according to established workplace procedures
       
Element: Clean, maintain and store tools and equipment according to workplace procedures
       
Element: Legibly complete and process required workplace documentation
       


Evidence Required

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.

There must be evidence the candidate has completed the tasks outlined in the elements, performance criteria, and foundation skills of this unit, which must include the ability to:

safely and correctly identify, select and apply hardware and fixings to at least four different styles of blinds, awnings, or non-security and security screens and grilles.

In the course of each of the above, the person must:

interpret work order and use information to select and apply hardware and fixings

plan and organise own work activities, including the preparation and layout of work site, and obtaining equipment and materials to avoid backtracking

select, set up, and maintain tools and equipment according to manufacturer instructions and workplace procedures

follow work instructions and safe operating procedures to:

minimise risk of injury to self and others

prevent damage to materials, tools, equipment, hardware, fixings and products

maintain required production output and quality

use tools, equipment, products and material safely

use personal protective equipment (PPE)

apply safe lifting and handling procedures

work with others and in a team when selecting and applying hardware and fixings

There must be evidence the candidate has knowledge of:

organisational and site standards, requirements, policies and procedures for applying the hardware and fixings described in the performance evidence

types, characteristics, uses, maintenance and limitations of the hardware, fixings, tools and equipment used to apply hardware and fixings required in the performance evidence, and procedures for their safe use, operation and maintenance

features of work orders relating to the work in the performance evidence, and how to identify and interpret key information

work health and safety (WHS) policies, procedures and regulations specific to work described in performance evidence:

controlling hazards and risks

eliminating hazardous materials and substances

using firefighting equipment and first aid equipment

using personal protective equipment

workplace procedures relating to:

communicating with site supervisor and others in work area

emergency and evacuation

manual handling, including lifting and carrying

disposing of waste safely and in an environmentally sustainable manner

recycling and re-use guidelines

setting up, using, maintaining and storing tools and equipment used when applying hardware and fixings

pre-checking and inspection techniques that assist in anticipating production problems, and avoiding rework and wastage

quality and continuous improvement processes and standards

cleaning and storing tools and equipment

storing and labelling surplus unused items

tagging and reporting faulty tools and equipment

recording and reporting work information

mathematical methods for estimating and measuring materials and spaces, including factoring in required tolerances

techniques for using hardware and fixings required for performance evidence that include processes that:

conform to quality requirements

comply with supplier instructions and manufacturer specifications

maximise the appearance of the finished work

provide for the most economical use of materials and labour

key features of documentation relating to work described in performance evidence:

work orders

work instructions

operator instructions and manuals

key features, uses and techniques for using hardware:

cord locks

Dyna Bolts

head boxes

head rails

Loxons

nails

nuts and bolts

plugs

pop rivets

screws

split pins

Tek screws

wands

key features, uses, and techniques for using fixings:

chemical anchors

hollow wall anchors

masking tape

mongo plugs

silicone spray and silastic

spring brackets

key features, uses, and techniques for using tools and equipment:

caulking guns

drills, including hand, powered and cordless

hammers

hollow wall anchor guns

pop rivet guns

screwdrivers, including hand, power and cordless

Submission Requirements

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Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

Copy and paste from the following data to produce each assessment task. Write these in plain English and spell out how, when and where the task is to be carried out, under what conditions, and what resources are needed. Include guidelines about how well the candidate has to perform a task for it to be judged satisfactory.
Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
 
 
 
Lay out hardware items ready for application according to workplace procedures 
 
 
Clean work area and surfaces, and dispose of waste and scrap materials safely and sustainably according to workplace procedures 
 
 
 
 

Forms

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