• MEM14004A - Plan to undertake a routine task

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MEM14004A
Plan to undertake a routine task

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


This unit covers essential skill and knowledge that underpin all units within the Metal and Engineering Training Package.

Instructions, such as standard operation sheets, are provided. Clear specifications and requirements, including quality and time allowances are also provided. The task and associated planning activity are carried out under supervision. The plan may or may not be documented. The task involves one or more steps or functions carried out routinely on a regular basis. The planning activity does not require judgment to be made in relation to priorities or time limitations.

Band: A

Unit Weight: There is no unit weighting for this unit.

This unit covers a person planning their own work where tasks involve one or more steps or functions and are carried out routinely on a regular basis. It includes the concepts of following routine instructions, specifications and requirements.

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

A person who demonstrates competency in this unit must be able to plan to undertake a routine task.

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

Assessors must be satisfied that the candidate can competently and consistently perform all elements of the unit as specified by the criteria, including required knowledge, and be capable of applying the competency in new and different situations and contexts.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

This unit may be assessed on the job, off the job or a combination of both on and off the job. Where assessment occurs off the job, that is the candidate is not in productive work, then an appropriate simulation must be used where the range of conditions reflects realistic workplace situations. The competencies covered by this unit would be demonstrated by an individual working alone or as part of a team. The assessment environment should not disadvantage the candidate.

This unit could be assessed in conjunction with any other units addressing the safety, quality, communication, materials handling, recording and reporting associated with planning to undertake a routine task or other units requiring the exercise of the skills and knowledge covered by this unit.

Method of assessment

Assessors should gather a range of evidence that is valid, sufficient, current and authentic. Evidence can be gathered through a variety of ways including direct observation, supervisor's reports, project work, samples and questioning. Questioning techniques should not require language, literacy and numeracy skills beyond those required in this unit of competency. The candidate must have access to all tools, equipment, materials and documentation required. The candidate must be permitted to refer to any relevant workplace procedures, product and manufacturing specifications, codes, standards, manuals and reference materials.

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

Look for evidence that confirms skills in:

obtaining instructions for tasks from correct source of information (job card, supervisor, work colleagues and others)

clarifying tasks and required outcomes with appropriate personnel where necessary

identifying relevant specifications from documentation, job cards, or other information source

preparing plans for tasks

sequencing activities

comparing planned steps against specifications and task requirements

communicating and interpreting information appropriate to the scope of this unit

Required knowledge

Look for evidence that confirms knowledge of:

correct sources of information for a particular task

procedures for obtaining instructions and clarification

specifications for the task

hazards and established control measures associated with the routine task, including housekeeping

safe work practices and procedures

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.

Specifications

Specific product or process information, such as:

outcome and performance requirements

quality requirements and checks

quantity

Specifications are conveyed verbally or on familiar standard forms, such as on job sheets

Requirements

General requirements necessary to carry out routine tasks, such as:

dedicated tools and equipment

materials and parts

work procedures

completion time

safety measures and equipment

Requirements and instructions are supplied verbally or on familiar standard forms, such as on job sheets. Instructions are carried out under supervision and in accordance with established procedures

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
Instructions and procedures are obtained, understood and where necessary clarified. 
Relevant specifications for task outcomes are obtained, understood and where necessary clarified. 
Task outcomes are identified. 
Task requirements such as completion time and quality measures are identified. 
Based on instructions and specifications provided, the individual steps or activities required to undertake the task are understood and where necessary clarified. 
Sequence of activities is identified. 
Plan is checked to ensure it complies with specifications and task requirements. 
Effectiveness of plan is reviewed against specifications and task requirements. 
If necessary, plan is revised to better meet specifications and task requirements. 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

MEM14004A - Plan to undertake a routine task
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I declare that the assessment tasks submitted for this unit are my own work.

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Result: Competent Not yet competent

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Assessment Record Sheet

MEM14004A - Plan to undertake a routine task

Student name:

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Assessment task 1: [title] Result: Competent Not yet competent

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Overall assessment result: Competent Not yet competent

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