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Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Prepare for application/forming operations
   • Appropriate tools and equipment are selected according to organisational requirements and instructions.
   • Equipment is set up and adjusted ready for operation, in accordance with standard operating procedures.
   • Required specifications are identified.
   • Materials are selected according to job specifications.
   • Allowances for thickness to specifications are made.
2. Apply reinforced materials
   • Components are positioned ready for reinforcement operation.
   • Equipment is started up, shut down and operated according to standard operating procedures.
   • Safe working practices are followed, including the use of personal protective equipment.
3. Form and shape reinforcement materials
   • Materials are rolled/shaped to specified thicknesses and/or finishes.
   • Materials are laminated according to specifications.
   • Final application and shape is checked for compliance to specifications and adjusted as necessary.

Required Skills

Required skills

Look for evidence that confirms skills in selecting equipment for the applicationforming job checking equipment for correct operation setting up and operatingadjusting equipment interpreting and clarifying work instructions selecting materials to suit different operations making allowances to suit conditions and specifications positioning components following operating procedures working safely using personal protective equipment PPE rollingshaping material smoothing irregularities laminating ensuring compliance to specification

Required knowledge

Look for evidence that confirms knowledge of tools and equipment for applicationforming operations procedures for setting up and adjusting equipment terminology and information relevant to standard work instructions applicable codes and regulations different chemicals and materials and their properties including mixing ratios the importance and relevance of thickness allowances techniques for positioning components safety requirements and start upshut downoperating procedures safe working practices and safe use of personal protective equipment methods for rolling and shaping problems associated with rolling and shaping and methods for rectifying the lamination sequence methods of checking final application and form cleaning procedures

Evidence Required

The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria required skills and knowledge range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package
Overview of assessment	A person who demonstrates competency in this unit must be able to apply fibrereinforced materials Competency in this unit cannot be claimed until all prerequisites have been satisfied
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit	Assessors must be satisfied that the candidate can competently and consistently perform all elements of the unit as specified by the criteria including required knowledge and be capable of applying the competency in new and different situations and contexts
Context of and specific resources for assessment	This unit may be assessed on the job off the job or a combination of both on and off the job Where assessment occurs off the job that is the candidate is not in productive work then an appropriate simulation must be used where the range of conditions reflects realistic workplace situations The competencies covered by this unit would be demonstrated by an individual working alone or as part of a team The assessment environment should not disadvantage the candidate This unit could be assessed in conjunction with any other units addressing the safety quality communication materials handling recording and reporting associated with applying fibrereinforced materials or other units requiring the exercise of the skills and knowledge covered by this unit
Method of assessment	Assessors should gather a range of evidence that is valid sufficient current and authentic Evidence can be gathered through a variety of ways including direct observation supervisors reports project work samples and questioning Questioning techniques should not require language literacy and numeracy skills beyond those required in this unit of competency The candidate must have access to all tools equipment materials and documentation required The candidate must be permitted to refer to any relevant workplace procedures product and manufacturing specifications codes standards manuals and reference materials
Guidance information for assessment

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Range Statement

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
Appropriate	Tools and equipment may include appropriate brushes and rollers, metal rollers, gel coat and resin depositors

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