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Elements and Performance Criteria

  1. Plan, organise and complete daily work
  2. Work instructions and priorities are identified and interpreted in consultation with supervisor
  3. Appropriate work plan or daily routine is determined and mapped out
  4. Materials, resources or information needed to complete work is determined, collected, and organised
  5. Work tasks are completed within designated timelines, quality standards and instructions
  6. Problems that arise are dealt with in a practical, timely and appropriate manner and assistance is sought when required
  7. Feedback is sought on work performance
  8. Communicate effectively
  9. Appropriate lines of communication with supervisors, colleagues and customers are identified
  10. Effective communication skills and numeracy skills are used to gather and convey information
  11. Appropriate non-verbal behaviour is demonstrated
  12. Work with others
  13. Work roles of self and others in the workplace are identified
  14. Individual responsibilities and duties to the team are undertaken in a positive manner and in a range of situations to promote cooperation and good relationships
  15. Customers and colleagues are respected
  16. Use workplace technology
  17. Appropriate workplace technology is selected and used in accordance with workplace and manufacturer guidelines and instructions
  18. Workplace technology is inspected to ensure it is not damaged and is working properly, and precautions are taken to reduce risks
  19. Appropriate action is taken when problems with workplace technology occur
  20. Workplace technology is cared for according to workplace and manufacturer guidelines and instructions
  21. Solve work problems
  22. Problems are identified and practical or creative solutions are developed within scope of individual responsibility to rectify them
  23. Assistance is sought from key personnel as required
  24. Workplace problems are reported using appropriate workplace procedures as required
  25. Adapt to change
  26. New work requirements or situations are identified, clarified and adapted to
  27. Range of possible practical or creative options to deal with workplace challenges are considered
  28. Willingness to be open to and trial new ideas and techniques is demonstrated

Performance Evidence

Evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria on at least one occasion and include:

adapting and modifying activities depending on differing workplace contexts and environment

applying relevant industrial, workplace or other legislative requirements and procedures

communicating effectively and using appropriate strategies when listening, questioning and receiving feedback

completing required workplace tasks

following relevant work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) and environmental protection procedures and responsibilities

identifying and correctly using equipment, tools and other technology required to complete workplace tasks

interpreting and following a designated work plan or set of instructions for a job

keeping required records of workplace activities

planning daily routine and workplace tasks

recognising limitations, asking for help and seeking clarification or information about work requirements and procedures

responding appropriately to cultural differences in interactions with customers and colleagues

taking initiative and using appropriate techniques to problem solve and to complete tasks

working cooperatively and collaboratively with others to complete tasks.


Knowledge Evidence

Evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria and include knowledge of:

basic principles of teamwork in the workplace

procedures for identifying and using relevant workplace technology when carrying out workplace calculations

systems and equipment used in the workplace and the instructions, processes and precautions for their use

typical problems in the workplace and appropriate action and solutions

workplace procedures, policies and instructions

workplace structures and the roles and responsibilities of individuals and team/group members.