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ICPCF369C
Set up and produce hand-made box

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: March 2024


This unit requires the individual to set up and produce a hand-made box. It applies to the binding and finishing sector not the carton sector of the industry. Carton sample making is covered in ICPPP281C Design basic carton and ICPPP481C Design complex carton.

This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to make boxes by hand.

You may want to include more information here about the target group and the purpose of the assessments (eg formative, summative, recognition)

Employability Skills

This unit contains employability skills.




Evidence Required

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.

The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, 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

Evidence of the following is essential:

correctly set up and produce a hand-made box according to job specifications and within the production timeframe

demonstrate an ability to find and use information relevant to the task from a variety of information sources

produce TWO boxes in different styles and materials, at least ONE of which must have a lid, according to manufacturer's and job specifications, enterprise procedures and the listed Performance Criteria.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment must ensure:

assessment may take place on the job, off the job or a combination of these

off the job assessment must be undertaken in a closely simulated workplace environment.

Method of assessment

A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:

direct questioning combined with review of portfolios of evidence and third party workplace reports of on-the-job performance by the candidate.

Guidance information for assessment

Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended.


Submission Requirements

List each assessment task's title, type (eg project, observation/demonstration, essay, assingnment, checklist) and due date here

Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

Copy and paste from the following data to produce each assessment task. Write these in plain English and spell out how, when and where the task is to be carried out, under what conditions, and what resources are needed. Include guidelines about how well the candidate has to perform a task for it to be judged satisfactory.

Required skills

OHS in relation to using tools and operating equipment

communication skills when discussing options and styles with the client

planning and organising when determining the final job specifications and selecting materials

teamwork when maintaining the production process in association with others

using technology when cutting the board, cover material and lining to size

problem solving when selecting board weight, covering and lining to meet job specifications

Required knowledge

OHS concerns that are there when making boxes

necessary board calliper for a box

maximum calliper for a folded box

inconspicuous corner reinforcements

appropriate covering material and style

style of box that is appropriate

recommended allowances in a book box

in slip cases, techniques that can be used to reduce scuffing of a book cover

reducing corner bulk when using heavyweight board

techniques that can be used when cutting the turn-ins for a rounded spine

need to cover the edge of a board before attaching the main covering

consequence of adhesives that are too thick or too thin

open time of an adhesive affect on the covering process

criteria that are used to evaluate a finished box

ensuring a clean finished job

manuals, safety and other documentation that are relevant to this task and where they are kept information that is included in these documents

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.

Materials may include:

range of materials including board, paper, bookcloth, buckram.

Types of boxes may include:

range of boxes including loose lid, hinged lid, drop front, clamshell, book box, cruciform box, slip case, solander box.

Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Options for style and cost are discussed with client 
Dimensions of article to be contained are determined through measurement and/or job specifications 
Final job specifications are determined and confirmed with the client 
Board weight, covering and lining materials are selected according to job specifications 
Grain direction is determined if relevant 
Board, cover material and lining are cut to correct size 
Board is scored to appropriate depth if necessary 
Waste is removed if applicable 
Lids are fitted if necessary to allow for the thickness of covering material 
Straight folds are made with corners at correct angles 
Corners are secured with reinforcing material if necessary 
Walls are set at correct angles to base 
Flush joins are made with adequate adhesion 
Corners are cut correctly according to job specifications 
Covering material and lining are fixed with adequate and smooth adhesion 
Material is rubbed smoothly into corners of box 
Block for pressing is made up as required 
Even pressure is applied to box sections 
Appropriate decorating techniques are used where relevant 
Appropriate furnishings (clasps, hinges) are attached if required 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

ICPCF369C - Set up and produce hand-made box
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Assessment Record Sheet

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