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 | Plan own work requirements | 1.1 | Identify equipment and processes to be used for production process and upstream and downstream operations from production plan or request |
| 1.2 | Identify and check materials required, including additives and regrind, and their amounts or percentages |
| 1.3 | Implement measures to control identified hazards in line with procedures and duty of care |
| 1.4 | Identify requirements for materials, quality, and production and equipment checks |
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2 | Plan and set up plug/pattern construction to procedures | 2.1 | Produce a plan for the plug/pattern according to requirements |
| 2.2 | Plan all steps of the plug/pattern construction |
| 2.3 | Identify check points for measurements and tests |
| 2.4 | Identify and locate a work area, tools, materials and equipment for construction |
| 2.5 | Complete pre-start checks |
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3 | Construct the plug/pattern to procedures | 3.1 | Start plug/pattern construction process, noting key variables |
| 3.2 | Take samples as required and identify product out-of-specification |
| 3.3 | Monitor plug/pattern conformity to requirements |
| 3.4 | Make adjustments to remedy faults and non-conformity as required |
| 3.5 | Complete construction process |
| 3.6 | Treat, prepare and repair the surface of the plug/pattern as necessary |
| 3.7 | Adjust process to minimise scrap and trim |
| 3.8 | Clean and adjust equipment as required |
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4 | Respond to problems | 4.1 | Recognise a problem or a potential problem |
| 4.2 | Determine problems needing priority action |
| 4.3 | Refer problems outside area of responsibility to appropriate person, with possible causes |
| 4.4 | Seek information and assistance as required to solve problems |
| 4.5 | Solve problems within area of responsibility |
| 4.6 | Follow through items initiated until final resolution has occurred |
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 product specifications, job sheets and material labels
plan the plug/pattern according to requirements
plan and sequence steps to construct the plug/pattern
prepare equipment, tools and materials to meet specifications
construct and check/test the plug/pattern
monitor key variables, including:
actual and set temperatures
colour and uniformity
surface finish/appearance
times (including curing rates)
product weight and output rate product integrity and
general conformance to specification
make adjustments to remedy faults and non-conformity
identify hazards and apply relevant hazard controls
apply safety procedures
apply housekeeping procedures
apply waste management procedures
recognise early warning signs of equipment/processes needing attention or with potential problems
distinguish between causes of problems, including:
operational problems
equipment malfunction/wear
materials properties
raw material variations/contamination
procedural errors
recognise and prioritise problems requiring action
resolve routine and non-routine problems
communicate effectively with team/work group and supervisors
complete workplace records
do basic arithmetical manipulations, including additions, subtractions, divisions, fractions and percentages.
Must provide evidence that demonstrates knowledge relevant to their job sufficient to operate independently and to solve routine and non-routine problems, including knowledge of:
common composite moulding processes and function and operating principles of the moulding equipment
characteristics of materials and their behaviour in relation moulding process conditions and stages of production
moulding process variables that affect plug/pattern construction and materials
product requirements that affect plug/pattern construction and materials
common options/adjustments in plug/pattern construction and materials and their impact on product quality and production output
quality requirements at each stage of construction
factors which may affect plug/pattern quality and appropriate remedies
non-routine problems that may arise, the range of possible causes and appropriate actions
organisation procedures relevant to the work environment/job role
hierarchy of control
hazards that may arise in the job/work environment and:
their possible causes
potential consequences
appropriate risk controls.
The unit should be assessed holistically and the judgement of competence shall be based on a holistic assessment of the evidence.
Where the assessee does not currently possess evidence of competency in PMBPROD247 Hand lay up composites and MEM09002B Interpret technical drawing, one or both may be co-assessed with this unit.
The collection of performance evidence is best done from a report and/or folio of evidence drawn from:
a single project which provides sufficient evidence of the requirements of all the elements and performance criteria
multiple smaller projects which together provide sufficient evidence of the requirements of all the elements and performance criteria.
A third-party report, or similar, may be needed to testify to the work done by the individual, particularly when the project has been done as part of a project team.
Assessment should use a real project in an operational workplace. Where this is not possible or where personal safety or environmental damage are limiting factors assessment must occur using 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.
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 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 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.