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. Set up product forming equipment | 1.1 Set up all processing equipment according to production requirements 1.2 Use appropriate Personal and Protective Equipment (PPE) as provided 1.3 Conduct routine pre-start checks prior to commencement of operation 1.4 Ensure required product materials are in place |
2. Operate product forming machinery | 2.1 Use product forming machinery is used according to workplace requirements 2.2 Take appropriate remedial action to correct any faults in process or product 2.3 Monitor process to confirm that specifications are met, and variations in operating conditions are addressed 2.4 Meet daily production schedule 2.5 Maintain workplace records according to workplace recording requirements |
3. Ensure smooth operation of process | 3.1 Identify potential dangers from hazards and ensure actions taken reflect the required precautions 3.2 Communicate clearly and accurately with team members 3.3 Promptly, clearly and accurately report faults and variances outside the job holder's area of responsibility to an appropriate authority 3.4 Encourage and support team members to work as an effective team 3.5 Follow safe working procedures at all times |
4. Shut-down the process | 4.1 Identify appropriate shut-down procedure 4.2 Shut-down process according to workplace procedures 4.3 Promptly, clearly and accurately report faults and variances outside area of responsibility to an appropriate authority |
Candidates must operate and control a production line using product-forming machinery.
Candidates must:
follow the requirements of the work instruction
work at production speed
set up processing equipment to workplace requirements
operate machinery to ensure that product consistently meets required specifications
take appropriate corrective action as required
follow production documentation requirements and procedures
apply communication and mathematical skills relevant to work instructions and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
observe relevant Quality Assurance (QA) and inspection procedures and systems
apply relevant workplace health and safety, regulatory and workplace requirements
The candidate must demonstrate a factual, technical, procedural and theoretical knowledge of:
relevant QA and inspection procedures and systems
materials and equipment specifications
Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
food safety and Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points HAACP requirements
precautions necessary to ensure safety
how output is maximised while still meeting quality and safety requirements
limits of authority
tolerance allowable in the quality system and when action should be taken
production documentation requirements and procedure
relevant workplace health and safety, regulatory and workplace requirements
potential dangers in specific plant and equipment
Competency must be demonstrated over time and under typical operating and production conditions for the enterprise.
Assessment must occur in the workplace under normal production conditions.
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.