Assessor Resource

MSFFDT5013
Evaluate and participate in design industry networks

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024


This unit of competency covers evaluating and participating in design industry networks to learn from others and develop networks which may assist with the progressing of own initiatives.

No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.

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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.

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1

Evaluate networks

1.1

Applicable work health and safety (WHS), legislative and organisational requirements relevant to evaluating and participating in design industry networks are verified and complied with

1.2

Networking opportunities are assessed and scheduled for attendance

1.3

Networking opportunities are prioritised in order of benefit and importance

1.4

Peak bodies or associations and links to international agencies are assessed for networking opportunities

2

Participate in networks

2.1

Chosen networks are identified and joined

2.2

Communication with others is established and maintained in accordance with WHS requirements

2.3

Chosen networks are attended

2.4

Design shows are attended and networking opportunities instigated

2.5

Business opportunities with others in networks are pursued

2.6

Shared business interests or ideas are sought and followed up on

2.7

International networking opportunities are pursued

2.8

Networks are followed up with and regularly attended

Evaluate and participate in design industry networks, establish and maintain important contacts

Apply design elements and principles to involvement in design industry networks

Use appropriate industry terminology and language to convey meaning

Conduct quality checks on own work

Use communication tools, such as computers, internet, email and databases

Lead others and work effectively to improve production quality and outcomes

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

Use workplace technology related to the coordination, including communication equipment, time and management aids and other measuring devices

Minimise wastage of resources, including materials, time and money

Work with others and in a team by recognising dependencies and using cooperative approaches to optimise work flow and productivity and encourage participation of employees in the planning of work activities and changes

State or territory WHS legislation, regulations, standards and codes of practice relevant to evaluating and participating in design industry networks

Organisational and site standards, requirements, policies and procedures for evaluating and participating in design industry networks

Networking and networking opportunities and techniques

Established communication channels and protocols

Elements and principles of design

Ergonomics and aesthetic values

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 opportunities for evaluating and participating in design industry networks.


Submission Requirements

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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.

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1

Evaluate networks

1.1

Applicable work health and safety (WHS), legislative and organisational requirements relevant to evaluating and participating in design industry networks are verified and complied with

1.2

Networking opportunities are assessed and scheduled for attendance

1.3

Networking opportunities are prioritised in order of benefit and importance

1.4

Peak bodies or associations and links to international agencies are assessed for networking opportunities

2

Participate in networks

2.1

Chosen networks are identified and joined

2.2

Communication with others is established and maintained in accordance with WHS requirements

2.3

Chosen networks are attended

2.4

Design shows are attended and networking opportunities instigated

2.5

Business opportunities with others in networks are pursued

2.6

Shared business interests or ideas are sought and followed up on

2.7

International networking opportunities are pursued

2.8

Networks are followed up with and regularly attended

Specifies different work environments and conditions that may affect performance. Essential operating conditions that may be present (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) are included. Range is restricted to essential operating conditions and any other variables essential to the work environment.

Organisational requirements include:

policies and procedures relating to own role and responsibility

quality assurance

procedural manuals

quality and continuous improvement processes and standards

WHS, emergency and evacuation requirements

ethical standards

recording and reporting

access and equity principles and practices

Networking includes:

building up and maintaining relationships with people whose interests are similar or whose friendship could bring advantages, such as job or business opportunities, and includes involvement with:

design agencies

furnishing industry alliances

associations

peak bodies

government functions

exhibitions

showcases

industry events

functions

information networks

design hubs

Peak bodies or associations include:

design agencies

furnishing industry bodies

Business opportunities include:

joint ventures

shared or loaned equipment

combined purchasing arrangements

design or manufacturing hub arrangements

design critiquing opportunities

new ideas

improving ideas

new contracts

International networking opportunities include:

overseas business opportunities

international showcases

investor or contract opportunities

Evaluate and participate in design industry networks, establish and maintain important contacts

Apply design elements and principles to involvement in design industry networks

Use appropriate industry terminology and language to convey meaning

Conduct quality checks on own work

Use communication tools, such as computers, internet, email and databases

Lead others and work effectively to improve production quality and outcomes

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

Use workplace technology related to the coordination, including communication equipment, time and management aids and other measuring devices

Minimise wastage of resources, including materials, time and money

Work with others and in a team by recognising dependencies and using cooperative approaches to optimise work flow and productivity and encourage participation of employees in the planning of work activities and changes

State or territory WHS legislation, regulations, standards and codes of practice relevant to evaluating and participating in design industry networks

Organisational and site standards, requirements, policies and procedures for evaluating and participating in design industry networks

Networking and networking opportunities and techniques

Established communication channels and protocols

Elements and principles of design

Ergonomics and aesthetic values

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 opportunities for evaluating and participating in design industry networks.

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 work health and safety (WHS), legislative and organisational requirements relevant to evaluating and participating in design industry networks are verified and complied with 
Networking opportunities are assessed and scheduled for attendance 
Networking opportunities are prioritised in order of benefit and importance 
Peak bodies or associations and links to international agencies are assessed for networking opportunities 
Chosen networks are identified and joined 
Communication with others is established and maintained in accordance with WHS requirements 
Chosen networks are attended 
Design shows are attended and networking opportunities instigated 
Business opportunities with others in networks are pursued 
Shared business interests or ideas are sought and followed up on 
International networking opportunities are pursued 
Networks are followed up with and regularly attended 

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