The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria, required Skills and Knowledge, the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.

Overview of assessment

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit must be relevant to workplace operations and satisfy all of the requirements of the performance criteria and required skills and knowledge.

A person who demonstrates competency in this unit must be able to:

communicate safety matters effectively with others in an automotive workplace

identify WHS requirements in the automotive workplace such as personal protective equipment (PPE)

identify hazardous situations, and report to the relevant persons

identify safe handling and storage of dangerous and/or hazardous goods and substances

follow worksite emergency and evacuation procedures.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Competency is to be assessed in the workplace or a simulated workplace environment that accurately reflects performance in a real workplace setting.

Assessment is to occur:

using standard workplace practices and procedures

following safety requirements

applying environmental constraints.

Assessment is to comply with relevant:

regulatory requirements

Australian standards

industry codes of practice.

The following resources must be made available for the assessment of this unit:

a workplace or simulated workplace containing materials, tools and equipment used for automotive service and repair activities

worksite or equivalent instructions on safe working practice

hazardous chemicals and/or dangerous goods information

fire-fighting appliances and equipment.

Method of assessment

Assessment must satisfy the endorsed Assessment Guidelines of this Training Package.

Assessment methods must confirm consistency and accuracy of performance (over time and in a range of workplace relevant contexts) together with the application of required skills and knowledge.

Assessment methods must be by direct observation of tasks and include questioning on required skills and knowledge to ensure correct interpretation and application.

Competence in this unit may be assessed in conjunction with other units which together form part of a holistic work role.

Where applicable, reasonable adjustment must be made to work environments and training situations to accommodate the needs of diverse clients.

Assessment processes and techniques must be culturally sensitive and appropriate to the language, literacy and numeracy capacity of the candidate and the work being performed.

Required skills

communication skills to communicate basic verbal and written information relating to workplace safety procedures

initiative and enterprise to participate in self-improvement activities

literacy skills to:

understand basic workplace safety-related procedures

read and follow information on written instructions

identify and understand information relating to recognising and reporting situations

planning and organising skills to:

identify risk factors to minimise risk to self and others

contribute to activities which implement and follow standard safety procedures

problem-solving skills to:

recognise a workplace problem or a potential problem

refer problems outside area of responsibility to appropriate person

identify, document and report numbers for emergency procedures

self-management skills to:

locate and identify appropriate safety equipment

recognise limitations and seek timely advice

follow basic workplace documentation, such as operating and safety procedures

teamwork skills to work with others and in a team by cooperating with team members

technical skills to understand technical information relating to recognising and reporting unsafe situations

technology skills to use workplace safety-related technology to assist with safe work practices

Required knowledge

WHS procedures and requirements, equipment, material and personal safety requirements relating to automotive workplace safety

location and identification of fire-fighting appliances

dangerous goods and hazardous chemicals handling and storage practices

worksite emergency and evacuation procedures

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.

Policies and procedures may include:

job procedures and work instructions

safe working practices

enterprise operating procedures

hazard policies and procedures

emergency, fire and accident procedures

personal safety procedures

procedure for the use of personal protective clothing and equipment.

WHS requirements may include:

personal protective clothing and equipment

worksite documentation for WHS

industry or workplace codes of practice

emergency / incident signage or instructions.

Hazards may include:

sharp cutting tooling and instruments

electricity and water

toxic substances

damaged packing material or containers

broken or damaged equipment

flammable materials and fire hazards

lifting practices

spillages

waste and debris especially on floors, ladders, trolleys

glue guns/burns.

Emergency procedures may include:

sickness or accident reporting procedure

fire or workshop evacuation involving staff or customers

environmental incidents

incidents / accidents involving harmful or hazardous substances.