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 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 and where required check with appropriate personnel. 1.2 Select appropriate personal protective equipment and check for operational effectiveness. 1.3 Obtain type and quantity of material to be graded from storage location. 1.4 Plan grading process in line with work order. |
2. Grade heavy structural or engineered products | 2.1 Identify requirements for storage and subsequent processing of materials. 2.2 Assess characteristics and defects of each timber piece against industry standards for grade type. 2.3 Measure and record moisture content. 2.4 Mark defects for docking clearly, in line with organisational procedures. 2.5 Mark timber and sort according to grade classification, using clearly identifiable markers or stickers. |
3. Distribute material | 3.1 Label storage locations and direct material to storage or processing operations in line with organisational procedures. 3.2 Reject sub-standard materials; dispose of or recycle in line with environmental protection practices. 3.3 Monitor on-site movement of material to achieve intended flow. 3.4 Record assessment outcomes and distribution problems and report 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:
visually evaluate different types of heavy structural and engineered product for classification into strength and appearance grades, in line with an individual work order for each grading job
heavy structural and engineered products for classification are to be chosen from the following list:
sleepers
crossings
mine guides
piles
cross arms for overhead lines
decking for wharves and bridges
poles
after each job, complete a basic report on assessment outcomes.
A person competent in this unit must be able to demonstrate knowledge of:
environmental protection practices for disposing of, recycling and reusing timber
features and uses of heavy structural and engineered products:
sleepers, crossings, mine guides, piles and cross arms for overhead lines
decking for wharves and bridges
poles
typical timber defects and how they affect ability to produce a quality finished product:
incorrect moisture content
warp
wane
cupping
shakes
insect defects
knots
resin pockets
typical work flow processes and techniques used to grade heavy structural and engineered products
range of industry standard lengths and cross sections and applicable terminology
range of industry standard strength and appearance grades and applicable terminology
markings used on heavy structural and engineered products to identify grades
typical flow of material supply in and out of the grading area
typical industry and organisation specific storage layout and storage categories for heavy structural and engineered products
methods to label heavy structural and engineered products for storage locations and common terms used
purpose, features and operation of equipment used to grade heavy structural and engineered products:
moisture meters
lifting equipment for the movement of material
organisational procedures specific to grading heavy structural and engineered products:
workplace health and safety with particular emphasis on equipment lock out and use of personal protective equipment
communication reporting lines
recording and reporting assessment outcomes and distribution problems.
The following resources must be made available:
moisture meters
lifting equipment
personal protective equipment suitable for grading heavy structural and engineered products
a diverse range of heavy structural and engineered products including:
sleepers, crossings, mine guides, piles and cross arms for overhead lines
decking for wharves and bridges
poles
work order with specific instructions for grading and transferring heavy structural and engineered products to downstream processing or storage
organisational procedures for grading heavy structural and engineered products.
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.