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

MSFBA3002 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Install exterior blinds and awnings

Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency MSFBA3002 - Install exterior blinds and awnings
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit of competency covers installation of exterior blinds and awnings. It applies in an on-site residential or commercial environment.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.

Assessors must:

hold training and assessment competencies as determined by the National Skills Standards Council (NSSC) or it successors

have vocational competency in the furnishing industry at least to the level being assessed with broad industry knowledge and experience, usually combined with a relevant industry qualification

be familiar with the current skills and knowledge used and have relevant, current experience in the furnishing industry.

Assessment methods must confirm consistency of performance over time rather than a single assessment event and in a range of workplace relevant contexts.

Assessment must be by observation of relevant tasks with questioning on underpinning knowledge and, where applicable, multimedia evidence, supervisor’s reports, projects and work samples.

Assessment is to be conducted on single units of competency or in conjunction with other related units of competency. Foundation skills are integral to competent performance in the unit and should not be assessed separately.

Assessment must occur on the job or in a workplace simulated facility with relevant process, equipment, materials, work instructions and deadlines.

Access is required to a location relevant to installing exterior blinds and awnings; and workplace practices, including standard operating procedures for installing exterior blinds and awnings.
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 products, fittings and attachments for installation
  • Type of blind or awning to be installed is identified
  • Installation hardware, tools and equipment are identified from work instructions and site inspection conducted in consultation with customer
  • Customer is consulted to determine day and time for installation
  • Local government regulations regarding installation of exterior blinds and awnings are checked and adhered to
       
Element: Plan installation process
  • Work health and safety (WHS) requirements and personal protection needs are observed throughout the work
  • Work order is read and interpreted and installation sequence is planned in a logical order to suit job
  • Worksite is checked to determine access and special equipment requirements
       
Element: Install exterior blind or awning
  • Public and property is protected and product to be installed is laid out and checked against work order
  • Fixing hardware is installed to manufacturer specifications
  • Blind or awning is installed to manufacturer specifications
       
Element: Complete the installation
  • Operation of product is tested within limitations of normal operation and adjusted if necessary
  • Customer is shown correct use of product
       
Element: Clean work area
  • Tools and equipment are cleaned and stored according to workplace practices
  • Work area is cleaned and left in a safe condition
  • Waste and scrap are removed and disposed of be in accordance with workplace practices and environmental legislation covering disposal of industrial waste or recycled, as appropriate, following workplace procedures
       
Element: Settle payment
  • Invoice is issued to customer and payment received and receipted
  • Workplace documentation is completed
       


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.

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1

Identify products, fittings and attachments for installation

1.1

Type of blind or awning to be installed is identified

1.2

Installation hardware, tools and equipment are identified from work instructions and site inspection conducted in consultation with customer

1.3

Customer is consulted to determine day and time for installation

1.4

Local government regulations regarding installation of exterior blinds and awnings are checked and adhered to

2

Plan installation process

2.1

Work health and safety (WHS) requirements and personal protection needs are observed throughout the work

2.2

Work order is read and interpreted and installation sequence is planned in a logical order to suit job

2.3

Worksite is checked to determine access and special equipment requirements

3

Install exterior blind or awning

3.1

Public and property is protected and product to be installed is laid out and checked against work order

3.2

Fixing hardware is installed to manufacturer specifications

3.3

Blind or awning is installed to manufacturer specifications

4

Complete the installation

4.1

Operation of product is tested within limitations of normal operation and adjusted if necessary

4.2

Customer is shown correct use of product

5

Clean work area

5.1

Tools and equipment are cleaned and stored according to workplace practices

5.2

Work area is cleaned and left in a safe condition

5.3

Waste and scrap are removed and disposed of be in accordance with workplace practices and environmental legislation covering disposal of industrial waste or recycled, as appropriate, following workplace procedures

6

Settle payment

6.1

Invoice is issued to customer and payment received and receipted

6.2

Workplace documentation is completed

Interpret work order, locate materials and use information to complete tasks in installing exterior blinds

Apply safe handling practices and safe operating procedures for equipment, products and materials to:

minimise the risk of injury to self or others

prevent damage to goods, equipment and products

Identify materials and equipment used in installing exterior blinds

Select, set up and maintain equipment in accordance with manufacturer instructions and workplace practices

Install a minimum of four (4) different styles of exterior blinds or awnings in a range of on-site or simulated locations

Report process for materials faults, damaged products or equipment

Deal effectively with customers by:

speaking clearly and directly

applying effective listening techniques

asking questions to gain information

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

Avoid backtracking, work flow interruptions or wastage

Work with others and in a team by recognising dependencies and using cooperative approaches to optimise work flow and productivity

State or territory WHS legislation, regulations, standards and codes of practice relevant to the full range of processes for installing exterior blinds and awnings

Organisational and site standards, requirements, policies and procedures for installing exterior blinds and awnings

Reading and interpreting workplace documents, including work orders, work instructions and manufacturer specifications

Environmental protection requirements relating to the disposal of waste material

Established lines of communication and protocols

Types of tools and equipment used to install exterior blinds and awnings and procedures for their safe use, operation and maintenance

Types, uses, limitations and operating mechanisms of exterior blinds and awnings, including special application brackets

Storage systems and labelling

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

Mathematical techniques for estimation and measurement of materials

Procedures for presentation of invoices, collection and receipting of payments

Submission Requirements

List each assessment task's title, type (eg project, observation/demonstration, essay, assignment, checklist) and due date here

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.

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1

Identify products, fittings and attachments for installation

1.1

Type of blind or awning to be installed is identified

1.2

Installation hardware, tools and equipment are identified from work instructions and site inspection conducted in consultation with customer

1.3

Customer is consulted to determine day and time for installation

1.4

Local government regulations regarding installation of exterior blinds and awnings are checked and adhered to

2

Plan installation process

2.1

Work health and safety (WHS) requirements and personal protection needs are observed throughout the work

2.2

Work order is read and interpreted and installation sequence is planned in a logical order to suit job

2.3

Worksite is checked to determine access and special equipment requirements

3

Install exterior blind or awning

3.1

Public and property is protected and product to be installed is laid out and checked against work order

3.2

Fixing hardware is installed to manufacturer specifications

3.3

Blind or awning is installed to manufacturer specifications

4

Complete the installation

4.1

Operation of product is tested within limitations of normal operation and adjusted if necessary

4.2

Customer is shown correct use of product

5

Clean work area

5.1

Tools and equipment are cleaned and stored according to workplace practices

5.2

Work area is cleaned and left in a safe condition

5.3

Waste and scrap are removed and disposed of be in accordance with workplace practices and environmental legislation covering disposal of industrial waste or recycled, as appropriate, following workplace procedures

6

Settle payment

6.1

Invoice is issued to customer and payment received and receipted

6.2

Workplace documentation is completed

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.

WHS requirements include:

Commonwealth, state or territory legislation and regulations

organisational safety policies and procedures

the use of personal protective equipment and clothing

firefighting equipment

first aid equipment

hazard and risk control and elimination of hazardous materials and substances

manual handling, including lifting and carrying

Legislative requirements include:

applicable legislation from all levels of government that affect organisational operation

award and enterprise agreements

industrial relations

Australian Standards

confidentiality and privacy

the environment

equal employment opportunity (EEO)

anti-discrimination

relevant industry codes of practice

duty of care and heritage

Workplace practices include:

legal, organisational and site guidelines

policies and procedures relating to own role and responsibility

quality assurance

procedural manuals

quality and continuous improvement processes and standards

emergency and evacuation

ethical standards

recording and reporting

access and equity principles and practices

equipment use, maintenance and storage

environmental management (waste disposal, recycling and re-use guidelines)

tolerances

following manufacturer instructions

Blinds include:

roll-up style exterior blinds

pull-down style exterior blinds

Awnings include:

metal louvre style awnings

textile canopy-style awnings

metal hooded canopy-style awnings

aluminium roll-up style awnings

folding-arm style awnings

Hardware includes:

screws

masonry anchors

dynabolts

nuts and bolts

mounting brackets

hex screws

Tools and equipment include:

screwdrivers

drills

hex keys

Work instructions include:

instructions for the installation of different styles of exterior blinds and awnings

Customers include:

home owners

real estate agents

tenants

body corporate representatives

business owners

Personal protection needs include:

safety glasses

hearing protection

safety boots

sunscreen and hats

Work order includes:

quotations for work

job cards

customer orders

Work sequence includes:

the steps for installation in a logical order to prevent backtracking

Worksite includes:

construction sites

single storey and multi-storey dwellings

commercial premises

newly completed buildings

Protecting property includes:

using drop sheets, barriers, cones and signs

Manufacturer specifications include:

written or verbal specifications

Waste includes:

textiles

metals

hardware

timber

masonry

fibro cement

concrete

treated pine

Payment includes:

cash, cheque or credit card depending on workplace procedures

Workplace documentation includes:

time sheets

customer care cards

work orders

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
Type of blind or awning to be installed is identified 
Installation hardware, tools and equipment are identified from work instructions and site inspection conducted in consultation with customer 
Customer is consulted to determine day and time for installation 
Local government regulations regarding installation of exterior blinds and awnings are checked and adhered to 
Work health and safety (WHS) requirements and personal protection needs are observed throughout the work 
Work order is read and interpreted and installation sequence is planned in a logical order to suit job 
Worksite is checked to determine access and special equipment requirements 
Public and property is protected and product to be installed is laid out and checked against work order 
Fixing hardware is installed to manufacturer specifications 
Blind or awning is installed to manufacturer specifications 
Operation of product is tested within limitations of normal operation and adjusted if necessary 
Customer is shown correct use of product 
Tools and equipment are cleaned and stored according to workplace practices 
Work area is cleaned and left in a safe condition 
Waste and scrap are removed and disposed of be in accordance with workplace practices and environmental legislation covering disposal of industrial waste or recycled, as appropriate, following workplace procedures 
Invoice is issued to customer and payment received and receipted 
Workplace documentation is completed 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

MSFBA3002 - Install exterior blinds and awnings
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MSFBA3002 - Install exterior blinds and awnings

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