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

Assessment processes and techniques must be culturally appropriate and appropriate to the language, literacy and numeracy capacity of the candidate and the work being performed.

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

Assessors must be satisfied that the candidate can competently and consistently:

read and interpret work/job specifications

identify a range of glass suitable for painting and firing, detailing their uses and limitations

identify and explain the properties and limitations of vitreous paints

identify and explain the properties and limitations of glass when heat is applied

identify the likely impact of various environmental effects on painted and fired glass

paint glass using freehand and template processes

fire glass to achieve required outcomes

comply with legislation, regulations, standards, codes of practice and established safe practices and procedures for the painting of glass with vitreous paints and firing glass to meet specified outcomes

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 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 Standard requirements.

The following resources should be made available:

workplace location or simulated workplace

materials and equipment relevant to painting glass with vitreous paints

specifications and work instructions.

Method of assessment

Assessment must satisfy the endorsed Assessment Guidelines of the LMF02 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

Required skills include:

collecting, organising and understanding materials, technology and information related to the painting and firing of glass

using communication skills to the level required to confirm work requirements and specifications; communicate effectively regarding work requirements with supervisors, other workers and customers; report work outcomes and problems; and relate to people from a range of social, cultural and ethnic backgrounds, and of varying physical and mental abilities

using literacy skills to the level required to understand information related to work orders, including common industry terminology, plans and safety procedures; prepare reports; and interpret technical information and specifications

maintaining quality records related to the painting and firing of glass

working with others and in a team by recognising dependencies and using cooperative approaches to optimise workflow and productivity

identifying, anticipating and responding to faults in leadlight and stained glass components

recognising and responding to circumstances outside instructions or personal competence

planning and organising activities, including the preparation and layout of own worksite, and the obtaining and use of tools and materials to avoid any backtracking, work flow interruptions or wastage

using mathematical ideas and techniques to correctly complete measurements, calculate area and volume, and estimate work and material requirements

clarifying and confirming work instructions

planning own work within the given task parameters

accepting responsibility for given tasks

setting, monitoring and satisfying personal work goals

maintaining current knowledge of tools and materials

maintaining current knowledge of leadlight and stained glass components

seeking learning opportunities

using the workplace technology related to the painting and firing of glass, including computers, measuring devices, kilns and recording systems

Required knowledge includes:

state or territory OHS legislation, regulations, standards, codes of practice, organisational and site standards, requirements, policies and procedures relevant to the painting and firing of glass for leadlight and stained glass operations

glass painting and firing terminology and techniques

types of glass and other materials used in the leadlight and stained glass industry, their characteristics, properties, uses and limitations

types of vitreous paints, their characteristics, properties, uses and limitations

operation of glass firing kiln

characteristics and properties of glass when heat is applied

environmental protection requirements relating to the disposal of waste material

established communication channels and protocols

problem identification and resolution

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 are to be in accordance with:

Commonwealth, state or territory legislation and regulations, organisational safety policies and procedures. Requirements may include, but are not 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 are not limited to:

award and enterprise agreements

industrial relations

Australian Standards

confidentiality and privacy

OHS requirements

the environment

equal opportunity

anti-discrimination

relevant industry codes of practice

duty of care and heritage

Organisational requirements may include, but are not 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 procedures

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 reuse guidelines)

Patterns and designs may include:

freehand or computer drawn templates

artwork to be transferred to glass

designs to be transferred to glass

other patterns

Materials may include, but are not limited to:

clear, coloured or painted glass

vitreous paints

bedding sand

marking and masking materials

Specific outcomes may include:

glass painting, staining and forming

Tools and equipment may include:

work benches

light tables

paint brushes and other applicators

general hand tools

firing kiln

Preparation may include:

cleaning

marking

masking

applying templates

Records may include, but are not limited to:

the product type

size

inspection

inspection outcomes

quality outcomes

storage locations