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 | Prepare for inspection | 1.1 | Identify and evaluate the type of instrument to be inspected |
| 1.2 | Access and review any history of previous inspections at trader's premises |
| 1.3 | Access and correctly interpret appropriate documentation required for the inspection |
| 1.4 | Identify and access test equipment, products and consumables required for the inspection |
| 1.5 | Ensure specified test equipment is fit for purpose in accordance with applicable legislation and organisational procedures |
| 1.6 | Store and transport test equipment in accordance with organisational procedures and industry best practice |
| 1.7 | Identify workplace health and safety issues relevant to the inspection |
2 | Initiate inspection | 2.1 | Identify the site controller, explain the purpose of the inspection and produce formal identification, if required |
| 2.2 | Identify relevant site health and safety issues and implement appropriate control strategies |
| 2.3 | Conduct a preliminary evaluation of the site's trading practices and prioritise activities to maximise inspection outcomes. |
| 2.4 | Identify trade measuring instruments and plan inspection to minimise disruption to the public and trader |
3 | Evaluate weighing instrument performance | 3.1 | Evaluate whether the operating environment will impact on the instrument performance |
| 3.2 | Modify the operating environment or implement alternative arrangements to ensure reliable test conditions as necessary |
| 3.3 | Identify the maximum permissible errors for the instrument from the legislative requirements |
| 3.4 | Use test equipment safely in accordance with applicable legislation and organisational procedures |
| 3.5 | Check instrument for compliance with the appropriate Certificates of Approval |
| 3.6 | Inspect the instrument in accordance with relevant National Instrument Test Procedures and appropriate National Measurement Institute (NMI) policy |
| 3.7 | Evaluate results against prescribed performance criteria and determine if the instrument is suitable for trade use in accordance with legislative requirements |
4 | Conduct a verifier instrument performance audit | 4.1 | Identify the scope of the verifier instrument audit |
| 4.2 | Identify the expected outcomes of the verifier instrument audit |
| 4.3 | Assess the instrument's performance against the expected outcome |
| 4.4 | Analyse any variances from the expected outcomes to identify isolated or systemic problems |
5 | Analyse and report inspection results | 5.1 | Analyse inspection data for unacceptable performance trends |
| 5.2 | If required, display the inspection result on the instrument in accordance with legislative requirements |
| 5.3 | Use test reports to present inspection results in the required format |
| 5.4 | Complete inspection documentation in accordance with legislative requirements and organisational procedures |
| 5.5 | Communicate inspection results within the specified time and in accordance with organisational guidelines |
6 | Act on non-compliance | 6.1 | Select applicable enforcement action for the non-compliance in accordance with legislative requirements and organisational policy and procedures |
| 6.2 | Inform traders of non-compliances and consequences of failing to have them corrected |
| 6.3 | Implement enforcement action in accordance with legislative requirements and organisational policy and procedures |
| 6.4 | Respect the rights of the trader at all times |
Evidence of competence in this unit must satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria, and include demonstration of:
completing initial verification testing of:
at least one (1) non-automatic weighing instrument from each of the following four classes of instruments (Class 1, 2, 3 and 4); and
at least one (1) catchweighing instrument from either Class Y(a) or Y(b)
accessing and correctly interpreting documentation required for inspections, evaluation of weighing instruments and verifier audits
ensuring test equipment and reference standards are fit for purpose in accordance with applicable legislation and organisational procedures
planning, preparing for and safely conducting inspections to maximise outcomes and minimise disruption to the public and trader
checking compliance and evaluating the performance of weighing instruments using appropriate Certificate of Approval, National Measurement Institute (NMI) policy and National Instrument Test Procedures, and adjusting for any impact of the operating environment
reliably determining if weighing instruments are suitable for trade use in accordance with legislative requirements
conducting at least two (2) verifier instrument audits to assess the performance of verifiers who test and mark weighing instruments for trade use
assessing verifier performance against expected outcomes and analysing any variances to identify isolated or systemic problems
identifying potential non-compliance of trading practices (applicable to instruments) with national measurement legislation and initiating an efficient inspection strategy that has a limited impact on others
recognising and acting on non-compliance of a weighing instrument or verifier performance and/or trading practices with national measurement legislation and initiating appropriate enforcement action
demonstrating professionalism and respecting the rights of the trader at all times
using advanced communication and negotiation skills to:
explain the inspection purpose, procedures and outcomes to traders, verifiers and managers
inform traders of non-compliances and consequences of failing to rectify them
access external equipment and resources to complete the inspection
performing specified calculations involving:
fractions, decimals, ratios, proportions and percentages
scientific notation, correct units and the correct number of significant figures
maintaining the security and confidentiality of data in accordance with organisational and regulatory requirements
reporting results in the required formats and expected timeframe
working safely.
Must provide evidence that demonstrates knowledge of:
general science principles and concepts, including weight, mass and gravity
metrological terms and terminology specific to weighing instruments, including maximum permissible errors, traceability, uncertainty, maximum permissible difference, eccentricity, repeatability, error of measurement, error of indication and linearisation
national measurement legislation applicable to weighing instruments
safe work method statements (SWMS) for a range of trading environments, such as laboratories, retail, manufacturing, industrial, mining, construction, medical, chemical, petroleum, farming and abattoirs
NMI policy requirements, including test procedure variations between a verification, in-service or audit inspection, bulletins, instructions and determinations
detailed National Instrument Test Procedures and operating procedures for equipment and reference standards used in job role, including:
test conditions and possible environmental impacts on performance of the instrument
key preparation/measurement steps in test method
calculation steps to give results in appropriate units and precision
maximum permissible errors for weighing instruments under inspection
organisational policy and procedures for inspecting weighing instruments, including completing inspection documentation
organisational safety procedures and requirements of applicable Commonwealth, state and territory work/occupational health and safety (WHS/OHS) legislation.
Judgement of competence must be based on holistic assessment of the evidence. Assessment methods must confirm consistency of performance over time, rather than a single assessment event.
This unit of competency should be assessed in the workplace or a simulated workplace environment. A simulated workplace environment must reflect realistic operational workplace conditions that cover all aspects of workplace performance, including the environment, task skills, task management skills, contingency management skills and job role environment skills.
Foundation skills are integral to competent performance of the unit and should not be assessed separately.
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.
Knowledge evidence may be collected concurrently with performance evidence or through an independent process, such as workbooks, written assessments or interviews (provided a record is kept in each case).
This unit of competency may be assessed with:
MSMTMREF301 Use and maintain reference standards
Holistic assessment methods include:
review of initial verification testing reports and verifier performance audit reports prepared by the candidate
feedback from supervisors and peers regarding the candidate's ability to conduct inspections, evaluate the performance of weighing instruments and audit verifier’s performance in accordance with legislative and organisational procedures
questions to assess understanding of relevant procedures, licensing requirements, trader obligations and remedial actions
review of candidate’s responses to inspection scenarios, such as potential/actual non-compliances and appropriate actions, common issues and problems
observation of the candidate conducting an inspection.
Access is required to instruments, equipment, materials, workplace documentation, procedures, and specifications associated with this unit including, but not limited to:
latest versions of appropriate documentation, such as Certificates of Verification and Approval, NMI policy, National Instrument Test Procedures for verifying weighing instruments and relevant legislation
equipment manuals, material safety data sheets (MSDS) and safety procedures
records, such as test reports, audit reports, instrument history and test results
weighing instruments, test equipment and reference standards
computer and relevant software and/or organisation information management system.
Assessors must satisfy the assessor competency requirements that are in place at the time of the assessment as set by the VET regulator.
The assessor must demonstrate both technical competency and currency.
Technical competence can be demonstrated through:
relevant VET or other qualification/Statement of Attainment AND/OR
relevant workplace experience in trade measurement at least to the level being assessed and broad industry knowledge (such as a relevant industry qualification).
Currency can be demonstrated through:
performing the competency being assessed as part of current employment in trade measurement OR
having consulted with trade measurement inspectors and/or verifiers performing the competency being assessed within the last twelve months.