Assessor Resource

LMFBA2004A
Select and apply blinds and awnings hardware and fixings

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


This unit applies to the skills and knowledge required to select and apply hardware and fixings for blinds and awnings construction and installation. The unit applies in a workplace and on-site environment and may be conducted in a small to large scale enterprises.

Applications may include some complex or non routine activities involving individual responsibility or autonomy and/or collaboration with others through members of groups or teams

This unit specifies the outcomes required to select hardware and other fixings in the manufacturing and installation of blinds and awnings.

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

Prerequisites

Nil

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.

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

Interpret work order, locate materials and use information to complete selecting and applying hardware and fixings

Apply safe handling practices and safe operating procedures for equipment, products and materials to:

minimise the risk of injury to self or others

prevent damage to goods, equipment and products

Identify materials and equipment used in applying hardware and fixings

Select, set up and maintain tools and equipment in accordance with manufacturer instructions and workplace practices

Communicate and work with others in the work area

Report process for materials faults, damaged products or equipment

Identify, select and apply hardware and fixings to at least 4 different styles of blinds and awnings

Context of, and specific resources for assessment

The application of competency is to be assessed in the workplace or simulated workplace

Assessment is to occur under standard and authorised work practices, safety requirements and environmental constraints

Assessment of required knowledge and skills, may be conducted in a workplace or simulated workplace environment

The following resources should be made available:

workplace location or simulated workplace

hardware, fixings and tools and equipment for the application of hardware and fixings for blinds and awnings construction and installation

workplace practices including standard operating procedures and work instructions for selecting and applying hardware and fixings

Method of assessment

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

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

Assessment should be conducted over time and may be in conjunction with assessment of other units of competency

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

communicate with site supervisor to:

confirm work orders and instructions

identify problems

report outcomes of selecting and applying hardware and fixings

work with others and in a team to select and apply hardware and fixings

use pre-checking and inspection techniques to anticipate production problems, avoid reworking and wastage

participate in establishing new ideas and work specifications for selecting and applying hardware and fixings

plan and organise activities, including the preparations and layout of the worksite and the obtaining of equipment and materials to avoid backtracking

follow workplace induction principles

accurately plan and organise own work activities

adapt to new skill requirements

use workplace technology related to selecting and applying hardware and fixings including specified tools, equipment, calculators and measuring devices

Required knowledge

State or Territory OHS legislation, regulations, standards and codes of practice relevant to the full range of processes for selecting and applying hardware and fixings

organisational and site standards, requirements, policies and procedures for applying hardware and fixings

reading and interpreting workplace documents including work orders, work instructions and operator instructions

environmental protection requirements relating to the disposal of waste material

established lines of communication and protocols

types of tools and equipment used to apply hardware and fixings and procedures for their safe use, operation and maintenance

characteristics of hardware and fixings and their use

set up and operation of tools and equipment used for applying hardware and fixings

storage systems and labelling

procedures for the recording, reporting and maintenance of workplace records and information

appropriate mathematical procedures for estimation and measurement

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.

OHS requirements

include Commonwealth, State or Territory legislation and regulations, organisational safety policies and procedures. Requirements may include the use of personal protective equipment and clothing, fire fighting equipment, First Aid equipment, hazard and risk control and elimination of hazardous materials and substances, manual handling including lifting and carrying.

Legislative requirements

include applicable legislation from all levels of government that affect organisational operation. Requirements may include award and enterprise agreements, industrial relations, Australian Standards, confidentiality and privacy, the environment, equal opportunity, anti-discrimination, relevant industry codes of practice, duty of care and heritage.

Workplace practices

include legal, organisational and site guidelines, policies and procedures relating to own role and responsibility, quality assurance, procedural manuals, quality and continuous improvement processes and standards, emergency and evacuation, ethical standards, recording and reporting, access and equity principles and practices, equipment use, maintenance and storage, environmental management (waste disposal, recycling and re-use guidelines)

Personal protective equipment

may include safety glasses/goggles, hearing protection, safety footwear, protective clothing, respiratory protection

Hardware

includes screws, nails, pop rivets, plugs, tek screws, loxons, Dynabolts, split pins, nuts and bolts, cord locks, wands, head rails, head boxes,

Fixings

include chemical anchors, hollow wall anchors, spring brackets, mongo plugs, masking tape, silicone spray, CRC, silastic

Tools and equipment

include pop rivet guns, screwdriver (hand, power and cordless), hammer, drills (hand, powered and cordless), hollow wall anchor gun, caulking gun

Work instructions

includes instructions for the application of hardware components

Quality standards

are those standards set at workplace level

Waste

may include textiles, metals, timber, masonry, plaster, plastic and paper packaging, broken hardware and fixings, tape rolls, spray cans

Workplace documentation

may include time sheets, customer care cards, work orders

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
OHS requirements, legislative requirements and workplace practices 
Personal protective equipment are observed throughout the work 
Types of hardware and fixings are identified and selected for the work 
Tools and equipment for application are identified and checked for safe operation 
Hardware items are laid out ready for application 
Hardware and fixings are applied as required according to work instructions and workplace practices 
Work is checked against required quality standards 
Work area is cleaned and waste removed 
Waste and scrap materials are dealt with following workplace practices 
Hand and power tools and equipment are cleaned, maintained and stored in accordance with workplace practices 
Machinery is cleaned and left in safe mode 
Faulty and/or defective equipment is tagged and reported to appropriate personnel 
Unused hardware is collected and stored for reuse or disposal following workplace practices 
Workplace documentation in completed 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

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