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 and locate materials | 1.1 | Identify material requirements correctly from documentation |
| 1.2 | Identify type, quantity and quality of materials |
| 1.3 | Identify material hazards and handling procedures |
| 1.4 | Locate and check materials to procedures |
| 1.5 | Confirm availability of required quantity of materials |
| 1.6 | Note and report material shortages |
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2 | Contribute to controlling hazards | 2.1 | Identify other hazards in work area |
| 2.2 | Take action to control material hazards as per documentation |
| 2.3 | Take appropriate action to control other hazards in the workplace |
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3 | Measure quantity of materials | 3.1 | Identify measuring requirements and select appropriate measuring equipment |
| 3.2 | Measure and assemble required quantities |
| 3.3 | Check material quantities required |
| 3.4 | Complete required documentation and labelling |
| 3.5 | Deliver materials to correct location |
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4 | Prepare materials as required | 4.1 | Check that hoppers, bins and holding tanks are free from contamination |
| 4.2 | Identify classes of compatible and incompatible chemicals |
| 4.3 | Prepare materials to procedures |
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5 | Store assembled materials | 5.1 | Identify the storage conditions required for the main classes of chemicals |
| 5.2 | Identify materials that have special storage requirements |
| 5.3 | Store and supply materials |
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6 | Dispose of waste materials | 6.1 | Correctly identify waste materials |
| 6.2 | Dispose of materials to procedures and work health and safety (WHS) and environmental requirements |
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 to:
identify job requirements and safe work procedures
identify and operate equipment
identify hazards and apply hazard control procedures
complete required workplace forms
communicate with team and supervisors
measure and prepare materials to meet requirements
identify and dispose of waste materials according to work health and safety (WHS) and environmental requirements.
Evidence must be provided that demonstrates knowledge of:
types and application of measuring equipment relevant to job/work environment
classes of compatible and incompatible chemicals and implications in job/work environment
types of materials in plant and their storage requirements
routes of entry of chemicals to the body (basic only)
procedures for safe handling and storage of chemicals and hazardous substances relevant to job/work environment
types and application of personal protective equipment (PPE) relevant to job/work environment
labelling requirements (dangerous goods codes, classification numbers and packaging group numbers)
HAZCHEM symbols and codes relevant to the job/work environment
organisation procedures relevant to job/work environment
hazards that may arise in the job/work environment, and:
their possible causes
potential consequences
appropriate risk controls
environmental requirements related to waste disposal.
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 operation of an operating plant
will typically include a supervisor/third-party report or other evidence, 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
must include the use of an appropriate industrial item of equipment
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 demonstration of skills and one or more of:
walk-throughs
pilot plant operation
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.
Assessors must satisfy the assessor competency requirements that are in place at the time of the assessment as set by the VET regulator.
In addition, the assessor or anyone acting in subject matter expert role in assessment must demonstrate both technical competency and currency. If the assessor cannot demonstrate technical competency and currency they must assess with a subject matter expert who does meet these requirements.
Technical competence can be demonstrated through one or more of:
relevant VET or other qualification/Statement of Attainment
appropriate workplace experience undertaking the type of work being assessed under routine and non-routine conditions
appropriate workplace experience supervising/evaluating the type of work being assessed under routine and non-routine conditions
Currency can be demonstrated through one or more of:
being currently employed undertaking the type of work being assessed
being employed by the organisation undertaking the type of work being assessed and having maintained currency in accordance with that organisation’s policies and procedures
having consulted/had contact with an organisation undertaking the type of work being assessed within the last twelve months, the consultation/contact being related to assessment
conducting on-the-job training/assessments of the type of work being assessed
being an active member of a relevant professional body and participating in activities relevant to the assessment of this type of work