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.
Element | Performance criteria |
Elements describe the essential outcomes. | Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. |
1. Strap carton | 1.1 Move carton to strapper and strap securely 1.2 Strap cartons to workplace standards 1.3 Operate carton strapping machine in accordance with workplace requirements 1.4 Operate carton strapping machine in accordance with workplace health and safety requirements |
2. Maintain strapping machine | 2.1 Perform start-up checks and procedures in accordance with workplace requirements (where relevant) 2.2 Re-load strapping machine in accordance with manufacturer and workplace requirements, where required 2.3 Report defective machine operation promptly in accordance with workplace requirements 2.4 Maintain strapping machine in accordance with workplace requirements |
The candidate must operate a carton strapping machine.
The candidate must:
operate the strapping machine according to manufacturer specifications and work instructions
use correct procedure for applying carton seals
monitor the strapping machine and strapping progress
recognise and correct strapping faults including obscured labels
apply relevant regulatory requirements
use communication skills relevant to work instructions
The candidate must demonstrate a basic factual, technical and procedural knowledge of:
workplace health and safety hazards and requirements associated with the operation of strapping machines
the need to maintain intact and undamaged cartons by strapping
purpose of strapping cartons
work instructions for operating a carton strapping machine
relevant regulatory requirements
Assessment must occur in the workplace under normal production conditions.
Competency must be demonstrated at normal chain speed.
As a minimum, the following three forms of assessment must be used:
quiz of underpinning knowledge
workplace demonstration
workplace referee or third-party report of performance over time
Assessors must satisfy the current standards for RTOs.