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ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1. Identify products, fittings and attachments to be used

1.1. Type of blind to be fitted and work order requirements are identified

1.2. Attachments, required materials and tools are identified from work instructions and (where necessary) site inspection

1.3. The effect of the fitting process on overall finished window is identified

2. Plan process for fitting blinds

2.1. OHS requirements, including ergonomic criteria and personal protection needs, are observed throughout the work

2.2. Appropriate equipment is identified to minimise risks of damage to customers premises or injuries to self

2.3. Manufacturer information on products used is located and used to plan work

2.4. Attachment process is planned to conform to quality requirements, maximise the appearance of the finished work and provide for the most economical use of materials and labour

2.5. Tools, equipment and materials are selected and checked prior to use to ensure that they are appropriate for the work, serviceable and in a safe condition

2.6. Blind operating mechanism is set up and checked against workplace requirements and work instructions

3. Complete fitting operations

3.1. Work plan is followed ensuring compliance with workplace procedures and OHS requirements

3.2. Blinds are fitted and tested for correct operation

3.3. Pelmets, cord brackets or pulleys are fitted using appropriate hardware and adjusted to suit blind operation

4. Clean work area

4.1. Work site and any equipment used are cleaned and stored appropriately

4.2. Unserviceable equipment is tagged, faults are identified and appropriate personnel are informed

4.3. Completed work is inspected and compared to workplace quality requirements

4.4. Blinds which do not meet quality specifications are repaired on-site or returned to the workroom for repair

4.5. Appropriate documentation is completed

4.6. Fittings and blinds which do not meet quality specifications are repaired on-site or returned to the workroom for repair

4.7. Appropriate documentation/reporting is completed

Required skills

collect, organise and understand information related to work orders, plans and safety procedures

communicate ideas and information to enable confirmation of work requirements and specifications, coordination of work with site supervisor, other workers and customers, and the reporting of work outcomes and problems

plan and organise activities, including the preparation and layout of the worksite and the obtaining of equipment and materials to avoid any back tracking, workflow interruptions or wastage

work with others and in a team by recognising dependencies and using co-operative approaches to optimise workflow and productivity

use mathematical ideas and techniques to correctly complete measurements, avoid waste and estimate material requirements

use pre-checking and inspection techniques to anticipate fitting problems, avoid re-working and wastage

use workplace technology related to fitting and adjustment tasks, including tools, equipment and measuring devices

Required knowledge

types, uses, limitations and operating mechanisms of interior blinds

identification of equipment, processes and procedures

workflow in relation to fitting blinds

The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.

Critical aspects of evidence

Apply safe handling practices for equipment, products and materials

Interpret work order and locate and apply relevant information

Fit and adjust at least five different types of interior blinds

Follow work instructions, operating procedures and inspection practices to:

minimise the risk of injury to self and others

prevent damage to goods, equipment and products

maintain required production output and product quality

Work effectively with others

Modify activities to cater for variations in workplace contexts and environment

Resource implications

Blinds, tools and equipment, appropriate quality specifications and instructions.

Method of assessment

Assessment methods must confirm consistency of performance over time and in a range of workplace relevant contexts.

Assessment should be by direct observation of tasks and questioning on underpinning knowledge.

Assessment should be conducted over time and will generally be in conjunction with assessment of other units of competency.

Context of assessment

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

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. 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) may also be included.

Unit context

OHS requirements may include 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 some discretion, judgement and problem solving skills in the set up and operation of machines. This may be demonstrated either individually or in a team environment

Blinds to be fitted may include but are not limited to:

Roman

Austrian

festoon

Holland

Venetian

vertical

pleated

Tools and equipment may include, but are not limited to:

hand and power tools

including hammers

screwdrivers

drills

Personal protective equipment

Personal protective equipment is to include that prescribed under legislation, regulations and enterprise policies and practices

Information and procedures

Machine manufacturer specifications and operational procedures

Workplace procedures relating to the setting and operation of machinery

Work instructions, including job sheets, plans, drawings and designs

Workplace procedures relating to reporting and communication

Unit sector

Soft Furnishing

This unit contains employability skills.