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 | Determine production requirements | 1.1 | Follow workplace documentation requirements relating to production processes |
| 1.2 | Check job sheets for work to be done |
| 1.3 | Identify the priority in which jobs will be done |
| 1.4 | Identify and locate the materials to be used and their physical forms |
| 1.5 | Acquire necessary equipment and tools and identify appropriate work checking procedures |
| 1.6 | Identify and follow safety requirements for the materials and process to be employed |
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2 | Follow production process | 2.1 | Follow procedures for the production process |
| 2.2 | Identify the critical parts of the production process |
| 2.3 | Identify and apply the operating principles behind the equipment to be used |
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3 | Identify product features | 3.1 | Inspect products for compliance with quality specifications |
| 3.2 | Identify products in terms of end purpose and relationship to workplace production output and economic value |
| 3.3 | Relate features of products to the production process |
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4 | Store equipment, materials and product | 4.1 | Follow the correct workplace procedures and safety precautions for the storage of equipment, materials and products |
| 4.2 | Identify and separate incompatible materials in accordance with workplace procedures and practices |
| 4.3 | Ensure equipment is cleaned prior to return to storage |
| 4.4 | Dispose of waste materials through approved means or product recycling |
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5 | Correct routine production and product faults | 5.1 | Identify production faults |
| 5.2 | Identify the causes of production faults |
| 5.3 | Identify product faults |
| 5.4 | Identify the causes of product faults |
| 5.5 | Take appropriate remedial action to correct the fault |
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6 | Follow shutdown procedures | 6.1 | Differentiate between routine and emergency shutdown situations and procedures |
| 6.2 | Demonstrate the procedures to be followed in an emergency shutdown of the process |
| 6.3 | Demonstrate the alert procedures required in an emergency shutdown of the process |
| 6.4 | Follow the appropriate procedures for routine shutdowns |
| 6.5 | Notify appropriate personnel of shutdowns |
| 6.6 | Complete required workplace documentation |
Evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy the requirements of the elements and performance criteria and demonstrate the ability to:
read and interpret procedures, job specifications, material labels and safety data sheets (SDS)
determine production requirements
discuss work progress with other workers
plan which jobs have the higher priority
use specified materials to produce products through a production process
inspect product conformance to requirements
meet production standards consistently
identify and rectify routine production faults
distinguish between causes of problems, including:
operational problems
materials properties
process variables
procedural errors
store equipment, materials and product appropriately
follow appropriate shutdown procedures
adhere to safety requirements.
Evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy the requirements of the elements and performance criteria and demonstrate knowledge of:
the impact of incorrect or faulty materials
types of products made with different processes
changes to raw materials during the process
production work flow sequences and materials demands
selection practices for equipment, materials, processes and procedures
uses of equipment, materials, processes and procedures
materials and process hazards
appropriate hazard control procedures
the importance of material properties and qualities
the importance of process conditions
approved procedures
appropriate action to resolve faults or report faults
emergency shutdown procedures
safety requirements.
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
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 appropriate industrial equipment requiring demonstration of operation, start and stop procedures 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 that reflects 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.
Knowledge evidence may be collected concurrently with performance evidence or through an independent process, such as workbooks, written assessments or interviews.
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 shall demonstrate both technical competency and currency. If the assessor cannot demonstrate technical competency and currency they shall 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
appropriate workplace experience supervising/evaluating the type of work being assessed
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
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.