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.
ELEMENTS | PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
Elements describe the essential outcomes. | Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the range of conditions. |
1. Prepare for grading | 1.1 Review work order to grade softwood sawn and milled products and clarify with appropriate personnel. 1.2 Obtain type and quantity of sawn and milled products to be graded from storage location. 1.3 Select equipment appropriate to work order and check for operational effectiveness in line with manufacturer recommendations. 1.4 Plan grading process in line with site procedures. 1.5 Establish and maintain communication with others at site to ensure safety. |
2. Grade products | 2.1 Visually assess size of sawn and milled products in line with industry standards and number of ranges estimated. 2.2 Evaluate material characteristics of each product are evaluated against industry standards for grade type. 2.3 Measure moisture content and evaluate against standards and seasoning requirements. 2.4 Mark characteristics for docking. 2.5 Sort material in line with its grade classification and clearly mark with markers or stickers. 2.6 Reject and dispose of sub-standard material in line with site requirements. 2.7 Record and report grading outcomes and distribution problems to appropriate personnel. |
A person demonstrating competency in this unit must satisfy all of the elements, performance criteria and foundation skills of this unit. If a specific volume or frequency is not stated below, then evidence must be provided that the following requirements have been performed on at least one occasion:
prepare for and grade a full range of softwood sawn and milled products in readiness for storage or processing
follow work order for grading softwood sawn and milled products
work safely and communicate effectively with others at work site
identify characteristics and defects in softwood sawn and milled products and mark for sorting
follow organisational policies and procedures, standards and codes of practice for grading softwood sawn and milled products
record and report grading activity.
A person competent in this unit must be able to demonstrate knowledge of:
applicable regulations, standards, codes of practice and established safe practices for grading softwood sawn and milled products
organisational and site standards, policies and procedures for grading softwood sawn and milled products
environmental risks and hazards associated with grading timber
criteria for recycling and re-using sub-standard material
methods of visual estimation, grading, colour identification and tagging
sorting, marking and distribution processes
industry standard cross sections and lengths
storage systems, locations and labelling procedures
established communication channels and protocols
problem identification and resolution strategies, and common fault finding techniques
typical tools and equipment used for grading timber, along with their safe operation and maintenance
procedures for recording and reporting workplace information.
The following resources must be made available:
softwood sawn and milled products for grading
measuring equipment moisture meters
personal protective equipment suitable for grading softwood sawn and milled products
lifting equipment for the movement of sawn and milled products
work order, workplace requirements and site standards for grading softwood sawn and milled products
relevant personnel for the purposes of communicating information.
Competency is to be assessed in the workplace or a simulated environment that accurately reflects performance in a real workplace setting.
Assessor requirements
Assessors must:
hold the appropriate assessor competency standards as outlined in regulations; and
be able to demonstrate vocational competencies at least to the level being assessed; and
be able to demonstrate how they are continuing to develop their VET knowledge and skills as well as maintaining their industry currency and assessor competence.