Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners

LMFBA3002A Mapping and Delivery Guide
Install exterior blinds and awnings

Version 1.0
Issue Date: March 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency LMFBA3002A - Install exterior blinds and awnings
Description This unit specifies the outcomes required to install blinds and awnings in exterior locations
Employability Skills This unit contains employability skills.
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit applies to the skills and knowledge required to install exterior blinds and awnings. The unit applies in an on-site environment and may be conducted in a small to large scale enterprises.Applications may involve some responsibility for others. Participation in teams including group or team coordination may be involved.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.
Prerequisites/co-requisites Nil
Competency Field
Development and validation strategy and guide for assessors and learners Student Learning Resources Handouts
Activities
Slides
PPT
Assessment 1 Assessment 2 Assessment 3 Assessment 4
Elements of Competency Performance Criteria              
Element: Identify products, fittings and attachments to be used
  • Type of blind or awning to be installed is identified
  • Installation hardware, tools and equipment are identified from work instructions and site inspection
  • Customer is consulted to determine day and time for installation
  • Local government regulations regarding installation of exterior blinds and awnings are checked and adhered to
       
Element: Plan installation process
  • OHS requirements and personal protection needs are observed throughout the work
  • Work order is read and interpreted
  • Work sequence is planned in a logical order to suit job
  • Work site is checked to determine access and special equipment requirements,
       
Element: Install exterior blind or awning
  • Public and property is protected
  • Product to be installed is laid out and checked against work order
  • Fixing hardware is installed to manufacturer specifications
  • Blind or awning is installed to manufacturer's specifications
       
Element: Complete the installation
  • Operation of product is tested and adjusted if necessary
  • Customer is shown correct use of product
       
Element: Clean work area
  • Tools and equipment are cleaned and stored according to workplace practices
  • Work area is cleaned and left in a safe condition
  • Waste and scrap are removed and disposed of or recycled as appropriate following workplace procedures
  • Invoice is issued to customer and payment received and receipted
  • Workplace documentation is completed.
       


Evidence Required

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.

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.

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

Interpret work order, locate materials and use information to complete tasks in installing interior blinds

Apply safe handling practices and safe operating procedures for equipment, products and materials to:

minimise the risk of injury to self or others

prevent damage to goods, equipment and products

Identify materials and equipment used in installing interior blinds

Select, set up and maintain equipment in accordance with manufacturer instructions and workplace practices

Communicate and work with others in the work area

Report process for materials faults, damaged products or equipment

Comply with legislation, regulations, standards, codes of practice and established safe practices and procedures for installing interior blinds

Communicate effectively and work safely with others in the work area

Install a minimum of four different styles of exterior blinds or awnings in a range of on-site or simulated locations

Context of, and specific resources for assessment

The application of competency is to be assessed in the workplace or simulated workplace

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

Assessment of required knowledge and skills may be conducted in workplace and simulated workplace environments

The following resources should be made available:

installation site or simulated installation site

materials and equipment relevant to installing exterior blinds and awnings

workplace practices including standard operating procedures and work instructions for installing exterior blinds and awnings

Method of assessment

Assessment methods must confirm consistency and accuracy of performance (over time and in a range of workplace relevant contexts) together with application of required knowledge and skills

Assessment methods must be by direct observation of tasks and include questioning on required knowledge and skills to ensure its correct interpretation and application

Assessment may be applied under project related conditions (real and simulated) and require evidence of process

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

Assessment may be in conjunction with assessment of other units of competency


Submission Requirements

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Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

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Required skills

read and understand documentation

speak clearly and directly

apply effective listening techniques

ask questions to gain information

complete standardised workplace documentation

provide information to customers

work with others and in a team to install exterior blinds and awnings

use pre-checking and inspection techniques to anticipate production problems, avoid re-working and wastage

test systems and make adjustments

select appropriate solutions to problems

adapt to new situations

discuss initiatives with colleagues

initiate solutions to problems

plan and organise own work, including preparation and planning of work and obtaining equipment and materials to avoid backtracking

manage own time and prioritise own work

assess own skills and knowledge

take responsibility

apply quality practices

adapt to new skill requirements

apply reflective skills

use workplace technology related to installing exterior blinds and awnings, including specified tools, equipment, calculators and measuring devices

Required knowledge

State or Territory OHS legislation, regulations, standards and codes of practice relevant to the full range of processes for installing interior blinds

organisational and site standards, requirements, policies and procedures for installing interior blinds

reading and interpreting workplace documents including work orders, work instructions and manufacturer specifications

environmental protection requirements relating to the disposal of waste material

established lines of communication and protocols

types of tools and equipment used to install exterior blinds and awnings and procedures for their safe use, operation and maintenance

types, uses, limitations and operating mechanisms of exterior blinds and awnings, including special application brackets

storage systems and labelling

procedures for the recording, reporting and maintenance of workplace records and information

mathematical techniques for estimation and measurement of materials

procedures for presentation of invoices, collection and receipting of payments

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.

Blind

may include roll up style exterior blinds and pull down style exterior blinds

Awning

includes metal louvre style awnings, textile canopy style awnings, metal hooded canopy style awnings, aluminium roll up style awnings, folding arm style awnings

Hardware

includes screws, masonry anchors, dyna bolts, nuts and bolts, mounting brackets, hex screws

Tools and equipment

include screwdrivers, drills, hex keys

Work instructions

includes instructions for the installation of different styles of exterior blinds and awnings

Site inspection

should be conducted in consultation with customer

Customer

may include home owners, real estate agents, tenants, body corporate representatives, business owners

Local government regulations

in relation to exterior blind and awning installation and installation sites

OHS requirements

includes Commonwealth, State or Territory legislation and regulations, organisational safety policies and procedures. Requirements may include but not be limited to the use of personal protective equipment and clothing, fire fighting equipment, First Aid equipment, hazard and risk control and elimination of hazardous materials and substances, manual handling including lifting and carrying.

Personal protection needs

includes safety glasses, hearing protection, safety boots, sunscreen, hats,

Work order

includes quotations for work, job cards, customer orders

Work sequence

should cover the steps for installation in a logical order to prevent back tracking

Work site

work site may include construction sites, single storey and multi-storey dwellings and commercial premises, newly completed buildings

Protected

includes drop sheets, barriers, cones, signs

Manufacturer specifications

may be written or verbal specifications

Tested

within limitations of normal operation

Waste

includes textiles, metals, hardware, timber, masonry, fibro cement, concrete, treated pine

waste removal should be in accordance with workplace practices and environmental legislation covering disposal of industrial waste

Payment

may include cash, cheque, credit card depending on workplace procedures

Workplace documentation

may include time sheets, customer care cards, work orders

Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Type of blind or awning to be installed is identified 
Installation hardware, tools and equipment are identified from work instructions and site inspection 
Customer is consulted to determine day and time for installation 
Local government regulations regarding installation of exterior blinds and awnings are checked and adhered to 
OHS requirements and personal protection needs are observed throughout the work 
Work order is read and interpreted 
Work sequence is planned in a logical order to suit job 
Work site is checked to determine access and special equipment requirements, 
Public and property is protected 
Product to be installed is laid out and checked against work order 
Fixing hardware is installed to manufacturer specifications 
Blind or awning is installed to manufacturer's specifications 
Operation of product is tested and adjusted if necessary 
Customer is shown correct use of product 
Tools and equipment are cleaned and stored according to workplace practices 
Work area is cleaned and left in a safe condition 
Waste and scrap are removed and disposed of or recycled as appropriate following workplace procedures 
Invoice is issued to customer and payment received and receipted 
Workplace documentation is completed. 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

LMFBA3002A - Install exterior blinds and awnings
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Assessment Record Sheet

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