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 interpret operational and environmental information | 1.1 | Applicable work health and safety (WHS), legislative and organisational requirements relevant to the establishment and maintenance of a safe work environment are verified and complied with |
1.2 | Instructions and/or plans are read and interpreted to identify the process which will be undertaken to complete work tasks |
1.3 | Tools and equipment to be used are identified and their operating characteristics are analysed |
1.4 | The flooring materials to be used, including adhesives, are identified and their characteristics analysed |
2 | Identify hazards | 2.1 | Work area conditions are analysed to identify/recognise potential hazards |
2.2 | Relevant safety systems information is accessed and analysed to eliminate situations covered by existing and adequate procedures |
2.3 | The type and scope of unresolved hazards and their likely impact are recognised |
3 | Assess risk | 3.1 | Likelihood of the event happening is considered and determined |
3.2 | Consequence if the event should occur is evaluated and determined |
3.3 | Risk level (likelihood and consequence combined) is considered and determined |
4 | Identify and decide on risk treatment | 4.1 | Range of treatments which may eliminate or minimise the risk are identified |
4.2 | All possible options for resolution of the problem/dealing with the risk are identified and considered |
4.3 | Feasible options are subject to detailed analysis, including the identification of resource requirements |
4.4 | Most appropriate treatment for dealing with the situation is selected |
5 | Implement the risk treatment | 5.1 | The course of action/treatment is planned and prepared in detail |
5.2 | Resources required for the treatment are acquired or obtained |
5.3 | Safety information and procedures are accessed and applied throughout the operations |
5.4 | The treatment is implemented |
5.5 | Information on the treatment and implementation is communicated to the relevant people |
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
Complete a minimum of one (1) formal risk assessment, including the determination and implementation of required treatments
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 risk management in a flooring technology work environment
Organisational and site standards, requirements, policies and procedures for flooring technology
Types of tools and equipment, their operating characteristics and procedures for their safe use, operation and maintenance
Characteristics of materials, products and defects
Common flooring technology related hazards and the range of commonly applied treatments
Environmental protection requirements
Established communication channels and protocols
Relevant problem identification and resolution
Appropriate mathematical procedures for estimation and measurement
Procedures for the recording, reporting and maintenance of workplace records and information
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, equipment and specifications relevant to establishing and maintaining a safe flooring technology work environment.