Assessor Resource

LMFID6007A
Select and instruct consultants and contractors

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024


This unit supports the attainment of skills and knowledge required for competent workplace performance in interior design operations of all sizes. Selecting and instructing consultants and contractors applies to a retail, consulting or design and decoration studio environment and involves application of skills and knowledge at a managerial level. These skills and knowledge are to be used within the scope of the person's job and authority.

This unit applies employability skills in planning and organising and communication in order to organise work to be undertaken. Teamwork and problem solving skills are used to ensure all required skills are covered and supported to implement design solutions. Self management skills are applied to review and monitor selection of workers to ensure project timelines can be met.

This unit specifies the outcomes required to select and instruct consultants and contractors for all aspects of the project, in the solution of interior design projects and in accordance with project briefs.

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 select and instruct consultants and contractors to complete a project in accordance with the project brief and schedule

Effectively apply quality and authorised procedures in selecting and instructing consultants and contractors

Comply with legislation, regulations, standards, codes of practice and established safe practices and procedures for selecting and instructing consultants and contractors

Communicate effectively and work safely with others in the design team

Context of and specific resources for assessment

The application of competency is to be assessed in the workplace or realistically 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 selecting and instructing consultants and contractors

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

communicating design concepts and project requirements

documenting and transferring information

reading, interpreting and following information on work specifications, standard operating procedures and work instructions, and other reference material

maintaining accurate records

communicating within the workplace

sequencing operations

meeting specifications

computer aided design techniques

clarifying and checking taskrelated information

carrying out work according to OHS practices

undertaking project management techniques

Required knowledge

State or Territory OHS legislation, regulations, standards and codes of practice relevant to the full range of processes for selecting and instructing consultants and contractors

organisational and site standards, requirements, policies and procedures for selecting and instructing consultants and contractors

Australian Standards and the Building Code of Australia

contract management

contractor and consultant types and management

types of equipment and procedures for their safe use, operation and maintenance

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

appropriate mathematical procedures for estimation and measurement

environmental protection requirements

established communication channels and protocols

problem identification and resolution techniques

project management techniques

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)

Project brief

may include but not be limited to client needs and objectives, client aims and objectives and criteria for evaluation, milestones, organisational or personal profiles and aims, image requirements and function, target market, budget, timeline, consultation requirements and colour requirements

Client

may include but not be limited to suppliers, manufacturers, private clients, colleagues, retailers or the public

Parameters

may include but not be limited to scope of brief, approval to make changes (legislative and planning), effect or feel trying to be achieved, functionality (short and long term), budget restrictions and established timelines

Resources

may include but not be limited to computers, computer software, design software, computer aided drafting (CAD) software, colour boards, storyboards, swatches, Pantone Matching System (PMS), journals (directions magazines), artistic equipment and products and model making equipment

Communication

may include but not be limited to 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

Relevant research

may include but not be limited to internet searches, phone/personal liaison, interviews and applications

Information

may include but not be limited to contractor and consultant reputations and outcomes, contractor and consultant prices, required insurances, work schedules, budget and payments, required skills and available skills

Consultants

may include but not be limited to builders, architects, engineers, decorators and designers

Contractors

may include but not be limited to builders, painters, tilers, carpet layers, sanders, cabinet makers, curtain makers, picture framers, electricians, plumbers and plasterers

Contracts

may include but not be limited to methods of securing agreement between parties

Insurances

may include but not be limited to professional indemnity, public liability, income protection, third party, comprehensive, building and contents insurance, workers compensation and any other legally prescribed insurance

Engaging

may include but not be limited to hire or appointment of the contractors by direct engagement or for engagement by the client

Schedules

may include but not be limited to detailed descriptions of which materials, products, finishes and accessories will be selected and how they will be applied

Timelines

may include but not be limited to the agreed project time span set and agreed for the project

Restrictions

may include but not be limited to laws, regulations or policies which may affect a project or those working on it, such as local government planning approval, work site entry legislation, licensing or heritage laws

Budget

may include but not be limited to the amount of funds the client has available to complete the project

Specifications

may include but not be limited to the measurements, procedures by which a product is constructed and materials to be utilised

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 selecting and instructing consultants and contractors are verified and complied with 
Project brief is reviewed, confirmed and clarified with client 
Key requirements for the project are assessed and confirmed and parameters determined 
Resources are selected appropriate to work requirements and checked for operational effectiveness 
Communication with others in the design project is established and maintained 
Relevant research is conducted to gain all information which may be used to inform the selection process 
All required information is accessed and interpreted to inform the selection process 
Consultants are selected to assist with project design information 
Contractors are selected to undertake decorating, building or services work 
Consultants and contractors are contracted to undertake the negotiated work 
Insurances necessary in the engaging of contractors and consultants are obtained 
Consultants and contractors are communicated with to specify the requirements of the project brief, costings, quotes and the schedule 
Timelines and restrictions are agreed with consultants and contractors 
Budget constraints for consultants and contractors are set and adhered to in accordance with the project schedule 
Design specifications and constraints for consultants and contractors are set and adhered to in accordance with the project brief 
OHS policies and procedures are transmitted to consultants and contractors and adhered to 

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