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 | Sort needed items from unneeded | 1.1 | Identify all items in the work area. |
| 1.2 | Sort items to achieve deliverables and value expected by downstream and final customers. |
| 1.3 | Sort items required for regulatory or other required purposes. |
| 1.4 | Place any non-essential item in an appropriate place other than the workplace. |
| 1.5 | Regularly check that only essential items are in the work area. |
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2 | Set the workplace in order | 2.1 | Identify the best location for each essential item. |
| 2.2 | Place each essential item in its assigned location. |
| 2.3 | After use immediately return each essential item to its assigned location. |
| 2.4 | Regularly check that each essential item is in its assigned location. |
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3 | Shine the work area | 3.1 | Keep the work area clean and tidy at all times. |
| 3.2 | Conduct regular housekeeping activities during shift. |
| 3.3 | Ensure the work area is neat, clean and tidy at both beginning and end of shift. |
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4 | Standardise activities | 4.1 | Follow procedures. |
| 4.2 | Follow checklists for activities, where available. |
| 4.3 | Keep the work area to specified standard. |
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5 | Sustain the 5S system | 5.1 | Clean up after completion of job and before commencing next job or end of shift. |
| 5.2 | Identify situations where compliance to standards is unlikely and take actions specified in procedures. |
| 5.3 | Inspect work area regularly for compliance to specified standard. |
| 5.4 | Recommend improvements to lift the level of compliance in the workplace. |
| 5.5 | Clean up after completion of job and before commencing next job or end of shift. |
Evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy the requirements of the elements and performance criteria and include the ability, in one (1) or more allocated areas, to:
implement and sustain 5S in own workplace
identify own tasks and responsibilities
contribute suggestions for improvement.
Must provide evidence that demonstrates knowledge relevant to their job role sufficient to fulfil their job role under routine only supervision, including:
purpose of 5S in the workplace
meaning and application of 5S steps to own workplace and job
principles of efficient workplace organisation
identifying waste (muda)
procedures for recommending improvements.
The unit should be assessed holistically and the judgement of competence shall be 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 operation of the workplace
will typically include a supervisor/third-party report focussing 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
must include the application of 5S procedures in a work area where 5S has not previously been undertaken, or, demonstration of sustaining 5S principles in a work area that has already undergone prior 5S procedures
will typically include the use of appropriate tools, equipment and safety gear requiring demonstration of preparation, operation, completion and responding to problems.
Assessment should occur in operational workplace situations. 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.
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
Currency can be demonstrated through:
performing the competency being assessed as part of current employment OR
having consulted with an organisation providing relevant environmental monitoring, management or technology services about performing the competency being assessed within the last twelve months.