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 | Conduct pre-donning checks and tests on breathing apparatus | 1.1 | Inspect breathing apparatus for immediate use in accordance with procedures |
| 1.2 | Report/record faulty or damaged equipment in accordance with procedures |
2 | Operate breathing apparatus | 2.1 | Identify, monitor and control hazards in accordance with the procedures |
| 2.2 | Establish and maintain communication with appropriate personnel throughout the activity |
| 2.3 | Use breathing apparatus for the required activities in accordance with procedures |
| 2.4 | Monitor remaining working time available and return to a respirable atmosphere as required |
| 2.5 | Implement entrapment procedures in accordance with procedures |
| 2.6 | Maintain personal safety at all times |
3 | Conclude operations in accordance with procedures | 3.1 | Close down breathing apparatus set |
| 3.2 | Remove breathing apparatus set |
| 3.3 | Undertake after-use cleaning and maintenance of breathing apparatus |
| 3.4 | Make equipment ready for operational use |
Evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy the requirements of the elements and performance criteria and must include the ability to:
conduct pre-donning tests on breathing apparatus
correctly don and operate breathing apparatus
identify hazards and apply control measures according to procedures
communicate while using breathing apparatus
determine the available working time from a breathing apparatus set
correctly close down, remove and clean breathing apparatus
report faults and/or damage to breathing apparatus.
Evidence must be provided that demonstrates knowledge of:
the effects of irrespirable atmospheres on the body and the need for protective equipment
characteristics, component parts, operation of compressed air breathing apparatus
operational testing, standard operating procedures (SOPs) and safe work practices when wearing breathing apparatus
use of procedures, personal lines and tallies
pre-use tests and checks
breathing apparatus control
entrapment procedures
communications while wearing breathing apparatus.
Competency must be achieved before performing this work unsupervised. Therefore this unit will typically be assessed off the job. Where assessment is undertaken on the job appropriate supervision and safety precautions must be provided.
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 provide evidence of the ability to perform over the range of situations which might be expected to be encountered, including typical disruptions to normal, smooth work conditions
must include the use of breathing apparatus, appropriate tools, equipment and safety gear requiring demonstration of preparation, operation, completion and responding to problems
may use industry-based simulation particularly where safety, lack of opportunity or significant cost is an issue.
Off-the-job assessment must sufficiently reflect realistic operational workplace conditions that 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
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.
The regulatory framework will be reflected in workplace policies and procedures and is not required to be independently assessed.
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.