• LMFFDT4003A - Assess and record the lifecycle of a product

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LMFFDT4003A
Assess and record the lifecycle of a product

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Issue Date: March 2024


This unit supports the attainment of skills and knowledge required for competent workplace performance in furnishing operations of all sizes. Recording of the product lifecycle applies to an industry workplace or design studio environment and involves application of skills and knowledge at a tradesperson equivalent level. These skills and knowledge are to be used within the scope of the individual's job and authority.

This unit specifies the outcomes required to assess and record the design and production of a product from its raw source to its completion and life as a product in accordance with design elements and principles.

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

Effectively record the lifecycle of a product from its raw source to its end use, work through the design process assessing the requirements and recording the intended outcomes

Effectively apply design elements and principles to a product lifecycle

Effectively produce a report on the intended outcomes of a product lifecycle analysis

Comply with legislation, regulations, standards, codes of practice and established safe practices and procedures for recording the lifecycle of a product

Communicate effectively and work safely with others in the work area

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 essential underpinning knowledge, other than confirmatory questions, will usually be conducted in an off-site context

Assessment is to comply with relevant regulatory or Australian Standards requirements

The following resources should be made available:

workplace location or simulated workplace

materials and equipment relevant to recording the lifecycle of a product

specifications and work instructions

Method of assessment

Assessment must satisfy the endorsed assessment guidelines of the Furnishing Industry Training Package

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

Assessment methods must be by direct observation of tasks and include questioning on underpinning knowledge to ensure its correct interpretation and application

Assessment may be applied under project related conditions (real or simulated) and require evidence of process

Assessment must confirm a reasonable inference that competency is able not only to be satisfied under the particular circumstance, but is able to be transferred to other circumstances

Assessment may be in conjunction with assessment of other units of competency

Guidance information for assessment


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

collect, organise and understand information related to work orders, basic plans and safety procedures

communicate ideas and information to enable confirmation of work requirements and specifications, coordination of work with site supervisor, other workers and customers, and the reporting of work outcomes and problems

work with others and in a team by recognising dependencies and using cooperative approaches to optimise work flow and productivity

recognise and respond to circumstances outside instructions or personal competence

plan and organise activities including the preparation and layout of the worksite and the obtaining of equipment and materials to avoid any back tracking, work flow interruptions or wastage

use mathematical ideas and techniques to correctly complete measurements, calculate area and estimate other material requirements

clarify and confirm work instructions

plan work within given task parameters

accept responsibility for given tasks

set, monitor and satisfy personal work goals

satisfy the competency requirements for the job

accurately recording and maintaining information relating to the furniture making and design functions

maintain current knowledge of techniques and materials used in furniture production

seek learning opportunities.

Required knowledge

State or Territory OHS legislation, regulations, standards and codes of practice relevant to the full range of processes for assessing and recording furniture details

organisational and site standards, requirements, policies and procedures for assessing and recording furniture details

environmental protection requirements

established communication channels and protocols

problem identification and resolution

elements and principles of design

ergonomics and aesthetic values

characteristics of materials, products and defects

computer programs

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

are to be in accordance with Commonwealth, State or Territory legislation and regulations, organisational safety policies and procedures

requirements may include but not be limited to 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

are to be in accordance with applicable legislation from all levels of government that affect organisational operation

requirements may include but not be limited to award and enterprise agreements, industrial relations, Australian Standards, confidentiality and privacy, OHS, the environment, equal opportunity, anti-discrimination, relevant industry codes of practice, duty of care and heritage

Organisational requirements

may include but not be limited to 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, OHS, 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)

Design brief

is to include the aims, objectives, milestones for the design project, the point of reference for everyone, elements and principles of design and may include organisational or personal profiles, aims, target audience, budget, timeline, consultation requirements, colour requirements, image requirements and function

Appropriate personnel

may include but not be limited to trainers, supervisors, suppliers, clients, colleagues and managers

Communication

may include verbal and non-verbal language, constructive feedback, active listening, questioning to clarify and confirm understanding, use of positive, confident and cooperative language, use of language and concepts appropriate to individual social and cultural differences, control of tone of voice and body language

Material

may include but not be limited to native timber (native and imported), man-made timber products, plastic, metal, alloys, stones, glass, textiles, fibreglass, foam, cardboard, paper products or any other manipulable substance

Sources

may include but not be limited to the origin of the raw material including, the type and location wood was derived from, how and where it was processed, graph impact growth and available seasoning lead time, the mining source of metal or alloys and how these were processed, the formulas for the composition of plastics, the origin of textiles and how these were milled

Ecological and environmental impact

may include but not be limited to how the use of raw materials effects the ecology and environment and how its continued use will affect the area it has been sourced from, similarly what impact will be felt by reducing or stopping material from the source

Documentation

may include but not be limited to working notes, hand written records, typed information and reports

Elements of design

may include but not be limited to line, shape, form (geometric or organic), texture, colour and function

Principles of design

may include but not be limited to balance, proportion (symmetry, asymmetry), harmony, contrast, pattern, movement, rhythm, unity, style, focus, scale, dominant, sub dominant or subordinate relationship, emphasis, proximity, alignment, space, anthropometry, ergonomics, arrangement, workload, materials handling capacity, skills, control, equipment capabilities, aesthetic relations, tension and development methods

Concepts

are to include ideas generated to respond to the design brief through both ideation drawings or sketching and written explanation

Sketches

may include but not be limited to hand drawn images or ideation drawings completed freehand

Working drawings

may include but not be limited to drafted technical drawings or drawings produced on computer using computer aided drafting software packages. These usually contain project specifications

Model

may include any three dimensional product which is made to full size or replicated through maquette. This is usually produced without normal manufacturing techniques, mainly to provide for the analysis of proportion, balance and aesthetic value

Manufacturing process

may include but not be limited to the methods by which the product will be produced, these steps usually entail working from working drawings and specifications, producing components utilising machine operations, assembly of the components and finishing techniques

Equipment

may include but not be limited to hand tools, static machinery, portable power tools and computer numerically controlled equipment

is to include procedures for lock out protecting operators and co-workers from accidental injury by isolating the machine from the power source

Assembly methods

may include but not be limited to nailing, gluing, screwing, welding, pressing, sewing, bonding, jointing or connecting various materials

Components

may include but not be limited to the parts which make up the whole of a product. Each component is often requires some level of machining to result in the desire part

Finishing

may include but not be limited to paints, waxes, lacquers, stains, pigments, oils and plastic coatings

Packaging and despatch

may include but not be limited to wrapping in fabric, plastic wrapping, shrink wrapping, boxing, foam shells and despatch by truck, trailer, train, plane or ship

Product lifecycle

is the evolution of a product from its raw source, through its inception, development, manufacture, completion and time as a completed product until potential renewal

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
Applicable OHS, legislative and organisational requirements relevant to recording the lifecycle of a product are verified and complied with 
Design brief is reviewed, confirmed and clarified with appropriate personnel 
Communication with others is established and maintained in accordance with OHS requirements 
Most suitable materials to fulfil the brief are assessed to meet the requirements 
Materials are assessed from their source taking account of where they derived from and their processing techniques 
Materials are assessed for their ecological and environmental impact 
Materials are assessed for their availability and supply 
Information on raw materials is recorded for future use 
Problem or underlying factors being addressed by the design brief are verified and documented 
User needs and desires are assessed and documented 
Elements of design are assessed for the intended outcome and documented 
Principles of design are assessed for the intended outcome and documented 
Requirements of the brief are prioritised and assessed for conflicts 
Activities to be undertaken to complete concepts, sketches, drawings and models are documented and prioritised 
Final documentation outlining the full analysis of the design brief is compiled and produced as a report 
Production timeline is assessed 
Supply of raw materials for production is analysed 
Available personnel with suitable skills are assessed for proficiency to complete production 
Manufacturing process is assessed for equipment and assembly methods 
Component production is mapped 
Finishing requirements are assessed 
Final completion of product is assessed and quality checking arrangements put in place 
Action plan for production is completed 
Packaging and despatch procedures are assessed and verified 
Destination of the final product is verified and documented 
Use of the product is assessed and potential life of the product estimated 
Product lifecycle process is reviewed using all of the assessed data 

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