Formats and tools
- Unit Description
- Reconstruct the unit from the xml and display it as an HTML page.
- Assessment Tool
- an assessor resource that builds a framework for writing an assessment tool
- Assessment Template
- generate a spreadsheet for marking this unit in a classroom environment. Put student names in the top row and check them off as they demonstrate competenece for each of the unit's elements and performance criteria.
- Assessment Matrix
- a slightly different format than the assessment template. A spreadsheet with unit names, elements and performance criteria in separate columns. Put assessment names in column headings to track which performance criteria each one covers. Good for ensuring that you've covered every one of the performance criteria with your assessment instrument (all assessement tools together).
- Wiki Markup
- mark up the unit in a wiki markup codes, ready to copy and paste into a wiki page. The output will work in most wikis but is designed to work particularly well as a Wikiversity learning project.
- Evidence Guide
- create an evidence guide for workplace assessment and RPL applicants
- Competency Mapping Template
- Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners. A template for developing assessments for a unit, which will help you to create valid, fair and reliable assessments for the unit, ready to give to trainers and students
- Observation Checklist
- create an observation checklist for workplace assessment and RPL applicants. This is similar to the evidence guide above, but a little shorter and friendlier on your printer. You will also need to create a seperate Assessor Marking Guide for guidelines on gathering evidence and a list of key points for each activity observed using the unit's range statement, required skills and evidence required (see the unit's html page for details)
- Self Assessment Survey
- A form for students to assess thier current skill levels against each of the unit's performance criteria. Cut and paste into a web document or print and distribute in hard copy.
- Moodle Outcomes
- Create a csv file of the unit's performance criteria to import into a moodle course as outcomes, ready to associate with each of your assignments. Here's a quick 'how to' for importing these into moodle 2.x
- Registered Training Organisations
- Trying to find someone to train or assess you? This link lists all the RTOs that are currently registered to deliver RIISAM204E, 'Operate small plant and equipment'.
- Google Links
- links to google searches, with filtering in place to maximise the usefulness of the returned results
- Books
- Reference books for 'Operate small plant and equipment' on fishpond.com.au. This online store has a huge range of books, pretty reasonable prices, free delivery in Australia *and* they give a small commission to ntisthis.com for every purchase, so go nuts :)
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for operating small plant and equipment | 1.1 Obtain, interpret, and confirm work requirements 1.2 Access, interpret and apply documentation and procedures 1.3 Identify and address potential risks, hazards and environmental issues, and implement control measures according to workplace procedures 1.4 Select and wear personal protective equipment required for work activities 1.5 Select and check for faults in plant, tools and equipment, and confirm they are appropriate for the work activity 1.6 Obtain and interpret emergency procedures and be prepared for emergency situations |
2. Conduct pre-operational checks | 2.1 Select and use fuel and lubricants according to workplace procedures 2.2 Check and adjust fuel, oil, hydraulic fluid and water levels 2.3 Inspect, secure and maintain bolts, nuts, guards and attachment couplings 2.4 Check and adjust the function of controls and gauges 2.5 Conduct start up and shut down procedures according to workplace procedures |
3. Use small plant and equipment | 3.1 Identify hazards during work and establish appropriate risk management controls 3.2 Identify and apply operating techniques to achieve optimum output while maintaining specified tolerances 3.3 Operate plant and equipment to produce results within specified workplace tolerances 3.4 Store plant and equipment safely when not in immediate use |
4. Carry out operator maintenance | 4.1 Prepare machine for maintenance 4.2 Conduct inspection and check plant and equipment for serviceability, identify, and rectify and report any faults 4.3 Carry out scheduled maintenance tasks |
5. Conduct housekeeping activities | 5.1 Clear work area and dispose of materials 5.2 Clean and maintain condition of equipment, ensure suitability for use, and address and report issues 5.3 Complete written records and reports |