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 | Prepare for work | 1.1 | Work health and safety (WHS) requirements, including personal protection needs, are observed throughout the work |
| | 1.2 | Tools, machines and materials are selected and checked prior to use to ensure that they are appropriate for the work, serviceable and in a safe condition |
| | 1.3 | Furniture design, tolerances, process, materials and quantities are determined from work instructions |
| | 1.4 | Work sequence is planned |
| | 1.5 | Procedures are determined for checking quality at each stage of the process |
| | 1.6 | Suitable work area is selected for the task |
| | 1.7 | Preparatory drawings/set-outs for tasks are completed, where required |
2 | Complete bending and forming process | 2.1 | Tools, machines and equipment are used in accordance with safety requirements and manufacturer specifications |
| | 2.2 | Materials are visually inspected for flaws and faults |
| | 2.3 | Cane is sanded to remove exterior blemishes, flaws or faults |
| | 2.4 | Cane is prepared by straightening, where required, and marked for bending |
| | 2.5 | Cane is heated in steam ovens or kilns in accordance with design/pattern bending requirements |
| | 2.6 | Cane is bent in accordance with design/pattern requirements |
| | 2.7 | Product is checked against plans at identified checkpoints to ensure compliance with specifications |
| | 2.8 | Non-conformity with the required quality standards is rectified |
3 | Finalise operation and maintain equipment | 3.1 | Work area is cleaned, hand and/or power tools and equipment are cleaned, maintained and stored in accordance with workplace procedures |
| | 3.2 | Machinery is cleaned and left in a safe mode |
| | 3.3 | Faulty and/or defective equipment is tagged and reported in accordance with workplace practices |
| | 3.4 | Unused hardware is collected and stored for re-use or disposal following workplace procedures |
| | 3.5 | Waste and scrap materials are dealt with following workplace procedures |
Interpret work order and locate and apply relevant information
Apply safe handling requirements for equipment, products and materials, including use of personal protective equipment
Apply ventilation standards
Follow work instructions, operating procedures and inspection practices to:
minimise the risk of injury to self and others
prevent damage to goods, equipment and products
maintain required production output and product quality
Bend and form cane for a minimum of three (3) furniture items, including:
two or three seater lounge
oval dining table
dining chair
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
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
Interpretation of plan representation of cane furniture design
Preparation of drawings/set-outs
Identification of hand and/or power tools, materials, equipment, processes and procedures
Work flow in relation to cane bending and forming
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 plans, equipment and materials required to bend and form cane.