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ICPSUP262
Communicate in the workplace

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to participate in clear and logical workplace communication, including both written and spoken communication.

It applies to individuals who perform a range of mainly routine tasks in various sectors of the printing and graphic arts industry, using limited practical skills and fundamental knowledge in a defined context. They generally work under direct supervision.

No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.

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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.

ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1. Convey and handle information

1.1 Gather, record and convey simple and routine information in a workplace related context

1.2 Personal interaction is conducted in a courteous manner in the workplace context

1.3 Queries are made clearly and concisely in a workplace context

1.4 Procedures for location and storage of information are employed, and the particular workplace practices are adhered to

1.5 Information is organised clearly, concisely and logically, and complies with workplace practices

1.6 Workplace documents are completed clearly and accurately within a specified time

1.7 Time is used efficiently in a workplace context

2. Give and follow simple routine instructions

2.1 Safe work practices are incorporated in instructions

2.2 Instructions are accurate, clear, concise and comprehensive, and are consistent with the skills of the receiver

2.3 Appropriate methods of instruction are selected

2.4 Interaction with others is efficient, effective, responsive, courteous and supportive

2.5 Prescribed sequences are adhered to in a workplace related context

2.6 Routine checking of own and others’ performance is exercised

2.7 Task is carried out in a workplace related context

3. Participate in small informal work groups

3.1 Interaction is supportive, efficient, effective and courteous

3.2 Participation in discussions takes place in a workplace related context

3.3 Contributions are constructive in terms of the goal

3.4 Group decisions are understood and confirmed

4. Interact with clients

4.1 Interaction with clients within, and external to, an organisation about simple routine matters

4.2 Interaction is consistent with the needs of organisation, and organisation is presented in a positive and client-centred way

4.3 Correct forms of greeting, identification and address are used according to enterprise practices

4.4 Needs of the client are clarified and noted where appropriate

4.5 Referral processes are followed to establish contact between client and appropriate personnel

4.6 Discretion and confidentiality are exercised where appropriate

4.7 Appropriate follow-up steps are taken according to enterprise customer service practices

Evidence of the ability to:

gather, record, convey, organise and store simple written documents logically and in accordance with workplace requirements

complete workplace documents clearly, accurately and within required timelines

provide and follow simple verbal and non-verbal instructions, taking into account safe work practices

use relevant industry terminology in verbal and written interactions

communicate with colleagues in a manner suitable to the work environment

interact with clients about simple matters according to enterprise practices.

Note: If a specific volume or frequency is not stated, then evidence must be provided at least once.

To complete the unit requirements safely and effectively, the individual must:

outline why grammar, spelling, diction and pronunciation are important in workplace communications

explain the requirements for locating and storing workplace information

outline the enterprise customer services practices

summarise the workplace documents that can provide assistance with task requirements.

Gather evidence to demonstrate consistent performance in conditions that are safe and replicate the workplace. Noise levels, production flow, interruptions and time variances must be typical of those experienced in the Support field of work and include access to special purpose tools, equipment and materials.

Assessors must satisfy NVR/AQTF assessor requirements.


Submission Requirements

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Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

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ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1. Convey and handle information

1.1 Gather, record and convey simple and routine information in a workplace related context

1.2 Personal interaction is conducted in a courteous manner in the workplace context

1.3 Queries are made clearly and concisely in a workplace context

1.4 Procedures for location and storage of information are employed, and the particular workplace practices are adhered to

1.5 Information is organised clearly, concisely and logically, and complies with workplace practices

1.6 Workplace documents are completed clearly and accurately within a specified time

1.7 Time is used efficiently in a workplace context

2. Give and follow simple routine instructions

2.1 Safe work practices are incorporated in instructions

2.2 Instructions are accurate, clear, concise and comprehensive, and are consistent with the skills of the receiver

2.3 Appropriate methods of instruction are selected

2.4 Interaction with others is efficient, effective, responsive, courteous and supportive

2.5 Prescribed sequences are adhered to in a workplace related context

2.6 Routine checking of own and others’ performance is exercised

2.7 Task is carried out in a workplace related context

3. Participate in small informal work groups

3.1 Interaction is supportive, efficient, effective and courteous

3.2 Participation in discussions takes place in a workplace related context

3.3 Contributions are constructive in terms of the goal

3.4 Group decisions are understood and confirmed

4. Interact with clients

4.1 Interaction with clients within, and external to, an organisation about simple routine matters

4.2 Interaction is consistent with the needs of organisation, and organisation is presented in a positive and client-centred way

4.3 Correct forms of greeting, identification and address are used according to enterprise practices

4.4 Needs of the client are clarified and noted where appropriate

4.5 Referral processes are followed to establish contact between client and appropriate personnel

4.6 Discretion and confidentiality are exercised where appropriate

4.7 Appropriate follow-up steps are taken according to enterprise customer service practices

Evidence of the ability to:

gather, record, convey, organise and store simple written documents logically and in accordance with workplace requirements

complete workplace documents clearly, accurately and within required timelines

provide and follow simple verbal and non-verbal instructions, taking into account safe work practices

use relevant industry terminology in verbal and written interactions

communicate with colleagues in a manner suitable to the work environment

interact with clients about simple matters according to enterprise practices.

Note: If a specific volume or frequency is not stated, then evidence must be provided at least once.

To complete the unit requirements safely and effectively, the individual must:

outline why grammar, spelling, diction and pronunciation are important in workplace communications

explain the requirements for locating and storing workplace information

outline the enterprise customer services practices

summarise the workplace documents that can provide assistance with task requirements.

Gather evidence to demonstrate consistent performance in conditions that are safe and replicate the workplace. Noise levels, production flow, interruptions and time variances must be typical of those experienced in the Support field of work and include access to special purpose tools, equipment and materials.

Assessors must satisfy NVR/AQTF assessor requirements.

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
Gather, record and convey simple and routine information in a workplace related context 
Personal interaction is conducted in a courteous manner in the workplace context 
Queries are made clearly and concisely in a workplace context 
Procedures for location and storage of information are employed, and the particular workplace practices are adhered to 
Information is organised clearly, concisely and logically, and complies with workplace practices 
Workplace documents are completed clearly and accurately within a specified time 
Time is used efficiently in a workplace context 
Safe work practices are incorporated in instructions 
Instructions are accurate, clear, concise and comprehensive, and are consistent with the skills of the receiver 
Appropriate methods of instruction are selected 
Interaction with others is efficient, effective, responsive, courteous and supportive 
Prescribed sequences are adhered to in a workplace related context 
Routine checking of own and others’ performance is exercised 
Task is carried out in a workplace related context 
Interaction is supportive, efficient, effective and courteous 
Participation in discussions takes place in a workplace related context 
Contributions are constructive in terms of the goal 
Group decisions are understood and confirmed 
Interaction with clients within, and external to, an organisation about simple routine matters 
Interaction is consistent with the needs of organisation, and organisation is presented in a positive and client-centred way 
Correct forms of greeting, identification and address are used according to enterprise practices 
Needs of the client are clarified and noted where appropriate 
Referral processes are followed to establish contact between client and appropriate personnel 
Discretion and confidentiality are exercised where appropriate 
Appropriate follow-up steps are taken according to enterprise customer service practices 

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