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 products to be stored and appropriate stock records/inventory systems | 1.1 | Materials, goods and products to be stored are identified |
| 1.2 | Potential uses, frequency of use of the materials or frequency of despatch to other work sections or customers are identified |
| 1.3 | Size, shape and special storage requirements are determined |
| 1.4 | Requirements for safe storage are identified and forwarded to appropriate personnel |
| 1.5 | Stock/inventory systems records are maintained |
| 1.6 | Relevant product information, including instructions, care labels and product identification information, are located |
| 1.7 | When required, reorder documentation is forwarded to appropriate personnel |
2 | Establish storage areas | 2.1 | Storage areas selected meet requirements for storing product type and quantity |
| | 2.2 | Appropriate workplace clearances for use of storage areas are obtained |
| | 2.3 | Storage areas are cleared of waste and contaminants and any required safety equipment is installed |
| | 2.4 | Storage areas are planned to safely and effectively store goods based on frequency of use, safe height, weight and size |
| | 2.5 | Storage arrangements take into account potential damage to raw materials or finished products from other stored items, handling, rearranging and crushing, scratching or contamination |
| | 2.6 | Access and working space for safe use by appropriate manual handling equipment, forklifts or safe lifting by personnel is ensured |
3 | Move materials | 3.1 | Movement activities are completed as an individual or working directly with others as required by the work tasks |
| | 3.2 | Roles and related responsibilities for the successful completion of the safe lifting activity are identified and applied |
| | 3.3 | Materials handling equipment appropriate to the task is selected and used in accordance with regulatory and/or site requirements |
| | 3.4 | Feedback from others is constructively accepted and acted on to continuously improve team and work performance |
4 | Store materials, goods and products | 4.1 | Condition of materials, goods and products is observed on arrival and any product below specification is returned to appropriate work areas |
| | 4.2 | Workplace health and safety (WHS) requirements, including personal protection needs, are observed throughout the work |
| | 4.3 | Materials, goods and products are stored observing any requirements for separation of particular types of hazardous or incompatible materials, goods or products |
| | 4.4 | Materials are stacked appropriately for weight loading, size and crushability of goods or products |
| | 4.5 | Products are located to enable access to frequently required items |
| | 4.6 | Work is undertaken in accordance with workplace procedures |
Apply safe handling requirements for equipment, products and materials, including use of personal protective equipment
Plan and organise activities, including the preparation and layout of the storage site to avoid any backtracking or work flow interruptions
Communicate ideas and information to enable confirmation of work requirements and specifications and the reporting of work outcomes and problems
Follow work instructions, operating procedures and inspection practices to:
minimise the risk of injury to self or others
prevent damage to goods, equipment and products
maintain required production output and product quality
Establish and maintain storage areas for:
raw materials
production outputs
Use a range of non-regulated materials handling devices
Collect, organise and understand information related to the movement and storage of materials and products, work orders, plans and safety procedures
Work with others and in a team by recognising dependencies and using cooperative approaches to optimise work flow and productivity
Use mathematical ideas and techniques to correctly complete measurements, calculate area, estimate storage requirements and material requirements
Use checking and inspection techniques to anticipate movement and storage problems, avoid re-working and avoid wastage
Use workplace technology related to movement and storage, including inventory systems, tools, equipment, and measuring and recording devices
Work flow in relation to use of goods and materials in store
Potential hazards, including fire and explosion risk, security issues and operator safety around products to be stored
Appropriate controls and safety equipment to manage risk
Requirements for minimising damage to and maintaining contaminant-free unfinished materials goods and completed products
Requirements of working with others in a team
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 storage area, manual materials handling equipment, products/materials for storage, safety procedures, regulations, quality standards, and enterprise procedures and all necessary facilities and associated equipment.