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 |
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1 | Check work requirements | 1.1 | Identify work requirements |
| 1.2 | Check materials and equipment meet requirements for job |
| 1.3 | Interpret plans, patterns, designs or specifications |
| 1.4 | Recognise requirements which may not be in accordance with usual practice |
| 1.5 | Ask questions of appropriate person to confirm unusual practice |
| 1.6 | Identify hazards associated with the job and apply appropriate hazard controls |
| 1.7 | Complete records as required |
2 | Conduct pre-fabrication operations as required | 2.1 | Set up tools, jigs, fixtures and equipment ready for job |
| 2.2 | Identify materials, patterns and consumables required |
| 2.3 | Check hazard controls are operational and appropriate |
| 2.4 | Mark out/lay out job for fabrication taking account of directional properties of polymer as appropriate |
| 2.5 | Undertake other pre-fabrication requirements in accordance with procedures |
| 2.6 | Identify non-conformances and report to appropriate personnel |
3 | Form materials to shape | 3.1 | Arrange materials in order prior to forming |
| 3.2 | Form and fix material into shape as required |
| 3.3 | Measure and check product is to specifications, making adjustments as required |
| 3.4 | Trim and finish joints and fabricated product as required |
4 | Resolve routine problems | 4.1 | Identify likely faults that occur during the operation/task |
| 4.2 | Identify and take action on causes of routine faults in accordance with procedures |
| 4.3 | Ensure appropriate records are maintained |
| 4.4 | Identify non-routine problems and report to designated person |
Evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria and demonstrate the ability to:
check the requirements of the job
identify hazards associated with the job/work environment and apply appropriate hazard controls
prepare for the fabrication as required
complete the fabrication to specification
apply known solutions to routine problems.
Evidence must be provided that demonstrates knowledge of:
hazards and hazard controls specific to the types of fabrication undertaken
different types of materials used and their behaviour when joined
different forming and joining equipment used and suitability for materials
types and causes of known problems for the types of fabrication undertaken
corrective action appropriate to the problem cause.
The unit should be assessed holistically and the judgement of competence based on a holistic assessment of the evidence.
The collection of performance evidence:
should occur over a range of situations which include typical disruptions to normal, smooth operations
will typically include a supervisor/third-party report focusing on consistent performance and problem recognition and solving. A supervisor/third-party report must be prepared by someone who has a direct, relevant, current relationship with the person being assessed and who is in a position to form a judgement on workplace performance relevant to the unit of competency
will typically include the use of appropriate industrial equipment and responding to problems
may use industry-based simulation for all or part of the unit particularly where safety, lack of opportunity or significant cost is an issue.
Assessment should occur in operational workplace situations. Where this is not possible, or where personal safety or environmental damage are limiting factors, assessment must occur in a sufficiently rigorous simulated environment reflecting realistic operational workplace conditions. This must cover all aspects of workplace performance, including environment, task skills, task management skills, contingency management skills and job role environment skills.
Assessment in a simulated environment should use evidence collected from one or more of:
walk-throughs
pilot plant operation
demonstration of skills
industry based case studies/scenarios
‘what ifs’.
Knowledge evidence may be collected concurrently with performance evidence (provided a record is kept) or through an independent process, such as workbooks, written assessments or interviews (provided a record is kept).
Assessment processes and techniques must be appropriate to the language, literacy and numeracy requirements of the work being performed and the needs of the candidate.
Conditions for assessment must include access to all tools, equipment, materials and documentation required, including relevant workplace procedures, product and manufacturing specifications associated with this unit.
Foundation skills are integral to competent performance of the unit and should not be assessed separately.
As a minimum, assessors must satisfy the Standards for Registered Training Organisations 2015 assessor requirements.