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

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

It is essential that competence is fully observed and there is ability to transfer competence to changing circumstances and to respond to unusual situations in the critical aspects of:

observing safety procedures and requirements

communicating effectively with others involved in or affected by the work

selecting methods and techniques appropriate to the circumstances

completing preparatory activity in a systematic manner

completing a range of seat removal and reinstallation tasks

completing a range of trim and padding removal, refitting and adjustment tasks

completing a range of seat frame repair and testing tasks.

Context of, and specific resources for assessment

Application of competence is to be assessed in the workplace or simulated worksite.

Assessment is to occur using standard and authorised work practices, safety requirements and environmental constraints.

Assessment is to comply with regulatory requirements, including Australian Standards.

The following resources should be made available:

workplace location or simulated workplace

materials relevant to repair of seat frames

equipment, hand and power tooling appropriate to repair of seat frames

activities covering mandatory task requirements

specifications and work instructions.

Method of assessment

Assessment must satisfy the endorsed assessment guidelines of the automotive industry's RS&R Training Package.

Assessment methods must confirm consistency and accuracy of performance together with application of underpinning knowledge.

Assessment must be by direct observation of tasks, with questioning on underpinning knowledge and it must also reinforce the integration of key competencies.

Assessment may be applied under project related conditions and require evidence of process.

Assessment must confirm a reasonable inference that competence is able not only to be satisfied under the particular circumstance, but is able to be transferred to other circumstances.

It is preferable that assessment reflects a process rather than an event and occurs over a period of time to cover varying quality circumstances. Evidence of performance may be provided by customers, team leaders/members or other persons subject to agreed authentication arrangements.

Competence in this unit may be assessed in conjunction with other functional units which together form part of the holistic work role.

Guidance information for assessment

Required skills

collect, organise and understand information related to work orders, plans and safety procedures for seat and trim removal and reinstalling/refitting, and frame repair procedures

communicate ideas and information to enable confirmation of work requirements and specifications, coordination of work with worksite supervisor, other workers and customers, and the reporting of work outcomes and problems

plan and organise activities, including preparation and layout of worksite and obtaining of equipment and materials to avoid backtracking or workflow interruptions

work with others and in a team by recognising dependencies and using cooperative approaches to optimise workflow and productivity

use mathematical ideas and techniques to complete tests and measurements to determine repair requirements

use pre-checking and inspection techniques to anticipate planning and scheduling problems, avoid wastage of time and material

manipulative and dexterity skills to perform trimming activities

problem-solving skills for a range of differing procedural issues

use workplace technology related to repair of seat frames, including the use of specialist tooling, measuring equipment, computerised technology and communication devices and the reporting/recording of results

Required knowledge

A working knowledge of:

OH&S regulations/requirements, equipment, material and personal safety requirements

material safety requirements/material safety data sheets

technical and legal requirements and implications/ roadworthy requirements

manufacturer/component supplier/company policies

types of vehicle seating and their application, including function, properties, application, handling and maintenance

vehicle seating construction, including component types, spring and suspension systems

seat removal and replacement methods and safety requirements

seat dismantling and assembling, including trim, padding, springs, runners, recliners and refitting and adjustment procedures

types and use of various frame repair materials

seat frame repair, reinforcing and testing procedures

work organisation and planning processes

enterprise quality procedures

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.

Methods

Methods are to include dismantling, assembling, reinforcing, removing, refitting, welding, riveting, cutting, forming and bolting.

Seat frames

Seat frames may be in marine craft, aircraft, heavy vehicle and equipment.

OH&S

OH&S requirements are to be in accordance with legislation/regulations/codes of practice and enterprise safety policies and procedures. This may include protective clothing and equipment, use of tooling and equipment, workplace environment and safety, handling of materials, use of fire fighting equipment, enterprise first aid, hazard control and hazardous materials and substances.

Personal protective equipment

Personal protective equipment is to include that prescribed under legislation/regulation/codes of practice and workplace policies and practices.

Safe operating procedures

Safe operating procedures are to include, but are not limited to operational risk assessment and treatments associated with vehicular movement, toxic substances, electrical safety, machinery movement and operation, manual and mechanical lifting and shifting, working in proximity to others and worksite visitors.

Emergency procedures

Emergency procedures related to this unit are to include, but are not limited to emergency shutdown and stopping of equipment, extinguishing fires, enterprise first aid requirements and worksite evacuation.

Environmental requirements

Environmental requirements are to include but are not limited to waste management, noise, dust and clean-up management.

Quality requirements

Quality requirements are to include, but are not limited to regulations, including Australian Standards, internal company quality policy and standards and enterprise operations and procedures.

Statutory/regulatory authorities

Statutory/regulatory authorities may include Federal, State/Territory and local authorities administering acts, regulations and codes of practice.

Tooling and equipment

Tooling and equipment may include hand tooling, power/ air tooling, specialist tooling for trim/cover removal and refitting, seat dismantling/assembling, staple gun, clamps, pop rivet kit, punch and die set, hog ring pliers, hacksaw, sander, staple and tack remover, attachments, W ferrules, zig zag spring and spring edge wire.

Materials

Materials may include wire electrodes, metals, sealants, paint, argon/CO2, elastic webbing, foam, high-density foam, spare parts and cleaning materials.

Communications

Communications are to include, but are not limited to verbal and visual instructions and fault reporting and may include worksite specific instructions, written instructions, plans or instructions related to job/task, telephones and pagers.

Information/documents

Sources of information/documents may include:

verbal or written and graphical instructions, signage, work schedules/plans/specifications, work bulletins, memos, material safety data sheets, diagrams or sketches

safe work procedures related to repair of seat frames

regulatory/legislative requirements pertaining to automotive industry, including Australian Design Rules

engineer's design specifications and instructions

organisation work specifications and requirements

instructions issued by authorised enterprise or external persons

Australian Standards.