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.
Elements describe the essential outcomes. | Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. |
1 | Identify and confirm maintenance requirements | 1.1 | Applicable work health and safety (WHS), legislative and organisational requirements relevant to coopering operations are verified and complied with |
1.2 | Work order is reviewed, confirmed and clarified with appropriate personnel |
1.3 | Barrel is disassembled, as necessary, to provide inspection access |
1.4 | Barrel is cleaned of build-up materials or other matter which may inhibit inspection |
1.5 | Barrel is tested, inspected and evaluated for faults |
1.6 | Further maintenance and repair requirements are identified and/or confirmed |
2 | Prepare for maintenance and repair | 2.1 | Maintenance and repair requirements are analysed and procedures are determined for checking quality at each stage of the process |
2.2 | Tools, equipment, materials and components required for the maintenance and repair are selected, sourced and prepared for use |
2.3 | Disassembly required for maintenance and repair is completed |
2.4 | Barrel and components are cleaned internally and externally |
3 | Complete maintenance and repair activities | 3.1 | Faulty parts and components are replaced |
3.2 | Leakage faults are repaired by the appropriate means |
3.3 | Barrel is re-assembled and refired |
3.4 | Barrel is tested and inspected to confirm the effectiveness of repairs |
3.5 | Cleaning and sterilisation processes relevant to the work circumstances are selected and applied |
3.6 | Barrel is finished, fully restored and prepared for use |
4 | Clean work area and maintain equipment | 4.1 | Faulty and/or defective equipment is tagged and reported in accordance with workplace procedures |
4.2 | Waste and scrap are removed following workplace procedures |
4.3 | Tools and equipment used are cleaned, inspected for serviceable condition and stored appropriately in accordance with workplace procedures |
4.4 | Equipment and work area clean-up is maintained in accordance with workplace procedures |
4.5 | Records and reports are completed to workplace requirements |
Interpret work order and locate and apply relevant information
Apply safe handling requirements for equipment, products and materials, including use of personal protective equipment
Identify materials used in the work process
Follow work instructions, operating procedures and inspection processes to:
minimise the risk of injury to self or others
prevent damage to goods, equipment and products
maintain required production output and product quality
Clean a barrel using both hand and machine methods
Repair a leakage fault and replace a range of faulty component parts
Use mathematical ideas and techniques to correctly complete measurements, calculate area and estimate material requirements
Communicate ideas and information to enable confirmation of work requirements and specifications and the reporting of work outcomes and problems, interpret basic plans and follow safety procedures
Avoid backtracking, work flow interruptions or wastage
Work with others and in a team by recognising dependencies and using cooperative approaches to optimise work flow and productivity
State or territory WHS legislation, regulations, standards and codes of practice relevant to the full range of processes for coopering operation
Barrel construction terminology and techniques
Barrel firing/toasting techniques
Barrel repair terminology and techniques
The impact of firing on wine characteristics
Organisational and site standards, requirements, policies and procedures for coopering
Types of coopering tools and equipment and procedures for their safe use, operation and maintenance
Characteristics of timber, timber products and defects
Coopering components standard shapes and forms
Environmental protection requirements relating to the disposal of waste material
Established communication channels and protocols
Relevant problem identification and resolution
Set-up and operation of machining equipment
Storage systems and labelling
Procedures for the recording, reporting and maintenance of workplace records and information
Appropriate mathematical procedures for estimation and measurement
Assessors must:
hold training and assessment competencies as determined by the National Skills Standards Council (NSSC) or its successors
have vocational competency in the furnishing industry at least to the level being assessed with broad industry knowledge and experience, usually combined with a relevant industry qualification
be familiar with the current skills and knowledge used and have relevant, current experience in the furnishing industry.
Assessment methods must confirm consistency of performance over time rather than a single assessment event and in a range of workplace relevant contexts.
Assessment must be by observation of relevant tasks with questioning on underpinning knowledge and, where applicable, multimedia evidence, supervisor’s reports, projects and work samples.
Assessment is to be conducted on single units of competency or in conjunction with other related units of competency. Foundation skills are integral to competent performance in the unit and should not be assessed separately.
Assessment must occur on the job or in a workplace simulated facility with relevant process, equipment, materials, work instructions and deadlines.
Access is required to materials and equipment relevant to the maintenance and repair of barrels and specifications.