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.
This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level required for this unit.
Application of knowledge of the materials, equipment and process sufficient to recognise out of specification products, process problems and materials faults.
Knowledge and ability to implement the enterprise's procedures and relevant regulatory requirements, within appropriate time constraints and work standards.
Application of the knowledge of managing risks using the hierarchy of controls applied to the finishing processes. Application of approved hazard control and safety procedures and the use of PPE in relation to handling materials, equipment operation and cleanup.
Knowledge of and skills in the operation of finishing equipment and processes sufficient for consistent production of quality products, including:
production workflow sequences and materials demand
accurately monitoring equipment operation and product quality
potential effects of variations in raw materials and equipment operation in relation to quality of product
waste management and importance of reusing non-conforming products wherever possible
correct selection and use of equipment, materials, processes and procedures
factors which may affect product quality or production output and appropriate remedies
application of joining process
application of finishing processes including fairing
surface finish measurement techniques
characteristics and properties of materials used.
Competence also includes the ability to:
plan own work, including predicting consequences and identifying improvements
identify when the operator is able to rectify faults, when assistance is required and who is the appropriate source for assistance
identify and describe own role and role of others involved directly in the process.
Language, literacy and numeracy requirements
This unit requires the ability to read and interpret typical product specifications, job sheets, procedures, material labels and safety information as provided to operators.
Writing is required to the level of completing workplace forms.
Basic numeracy is required, e.g. to determine that two 25 kg bags are needed to make up a requirement for 50 kg.
The Range Statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Add any essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts.
Where reference is made to industry codes of practice, and/or Australian/international standards, the latest version must be used.
Context
This competency unit includes the processes required to assemble and finish, including alignment to ensure appearance is as required and surface quality meets specifications. It includes the operation of all relevant additional equipment where that equipment is integral to the finishing process.
Procedures
All operations are performed in accordance with procedures.
Procedures include all relevant workplace procedures, work instructions, temporary instructions and relevant industry and government codes and standards.
Tools and equipment
This competency includes use of equipment and tools such as:
hand finishing tools, scrapers, sandpaper, buffs and polishes
power tools, including drills, grinders, sanders, polishers and routers
cutting tools
supporting fixtures and jigs
relevant personal protective equipment
glues, solvents, sealers
nuts and bolts, rivets, and other fasteners.
Hazards
Typical hazards include:
dusts/vapours
hazardous substances
moving equipment
manual handling hazards.
Problems
Respond to routine problems means 'apply known solutions to a limited range of predictable problems'. Typical process and product problems may include:
product or components warped
surface defects
equipment wear and breakage
overuse of tools, requiring rework.
Appropriate action for non-routine problems may be reporting to designated person or
other action specified in the procedures.
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