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

MSFBA3010 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Assess suitability of blinds or awnings

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Issue Date: May 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency MSFBA3010 - Assess suitability of blinds or awnings
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit of competency covers assessing the suitability of blinds and awnings in a range of environments taking into account building structure, natural environmental constraints, regulations and legislation. It applies in a workplace and on-site residential and commercial environments and may be conducted in small to large scale enterprises.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.

Assessors must:

hold training and assessment competencies as determined by the National Skills Standards Council (NSSC) or it successors

have vocational competency in the furnishing industry at least to the level being assessed with broad industry knowledge and experience, usually combined with a relevant industry qualification

be familiar with the current skills and knowledge used and have relevant, current experience in the furnishing industry.

Assessment methods must confirm consistency of performance over time rather than a single assessment event and in a range of workplace relevant contexts.

Assessment must be by observation of relevant tasks with questioning on underpinning knowledge and, where applicable, multimedia evidence, supervisor’s reports, projects and work samples.

Assessment is to be conducted on single units of competency or in conjunction with other related units of competency. Foundation skills are integral to competent performance in the unit and should not be assessed separately.

Assessment must occur on the job or in a workplace simulated facility with relevant process, equipment, materials, work instructions and deadlines.

Access is required to materials and equipment relevant to assessing suitability of blinds and awnings for situations.
Prerequisites/co-requisites
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: Develop and maintain knowledge of products
  • Characteristics of blind and awnings products and components are recognised
  • Sample materials, products and visual aids are collected and organised for use in presentations
  • Building styles, building codes, regulations and legislation are recognised
       
Element: Assess suitability of customer requirements for building and location
  • Questioning and active listening techniques are used to identify and clarify customer needs and requirements
  • Location for product is inspected observing work health and safety (WHS) requirements
  • Restrictions and limitations of building and natural environment are assessed
  • Restrictions and limitations of blinds and awnings are assessed
       
Element: Provide advice to customer following assessment
  • Characteristics of products are explained using sample materials, visual aids and product specifications
  • Building covenant and other regulations and legislative requirements are explained to the customer
  • Range of styles and materials are presented to the customer for evaluation
  • Customer queries are discussed and responded to using examples to illustrate advice on finished products
       
Element: Finalise assessment
  • Sample products are returned to storage
  • Reports are prepared for the purpose of estimating and costing
  • Relevant assessment and costing information is presented to customer
       


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.

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1

Develop and maintain knowledge of products

1.1

Characteristics of blind and awnings products and components are recognised

1.2

Sample materials, products and visual aids are collected and organised for use in presentations

1.3

Building styles, building codes, regulations and legislation are recognised

2

Assess suitability of customer requirements for building and location

2.1

Questioning and active listening techniques are used to identify and clarify customer needs and requirements

2.2

Location for product is inspected observing work health and safety (WHS) requirements

2.3

Restrictions and limitations of building and natural environment are assessed

2.4

Restrictions and limitations of blinds and awnings are assessed

3

Provide advice to customer following assessment

3.1

Characteristics of products are explained using sample materials, visual aids and product specifications

3.2

Building covenant and other regulations and legislative requirements are explained to the customer

3.3

Range of styles and materials are presented to the customer for evaluation

3.4

Customer queries are discussed and responded to using examples to illustrate advice on finished products

4

Finalise assessment

4.1

Sample products are returned to storage

4.2

Reports are prepared for the purpose of estimating and costing

4.3

Relevant assessment and costing information is presented to customer

Locate, interpret and apply information relevant to assessing suitability of blinds and awnings to a range of building and locations

Greet customer in an appropriate manner, use appropriate questioning techniques and provide feedback to customer to satisfy customer needs and requirements

Identify and select practical solutions to problems using analytical skills and monitor and evaluate solutions

Resolve conflict through negotiation

Show independence and initiative in making decisions

Use information technology (IT) to organise information

Communicate ideas and information to enable confirmation of work requirements and specifications and the reporting of work outcomes and problems, interpret basic plans and follow safety procedures

Avoid backtracking, work flow interruptions or wastage

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

State or territory WHS legislation, regulations, standards and codes of practice relevant to the full range of processes for assessing suitability of blinds and awnings for situations

Organisational and site standards, requirements, policies and procedures for assessing suitability of blinds and awnings for situations

Reading and interpreting workplace documents, including work orders, work instructions and operator instructions

Established lines of communication and protocols

Types of tools and equipment used for assessing suitability of blinds and awnings for situations and procedures for their safe use, operation and maintenance

Types and styles of buildings and legislation that applies to their construction and modification/decoration

Terms used to describe components of blinds and awnings

Characteristics of materials used in the construction and installation of blinds and awnings

Storage systems and labelling

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

Mathematical techniques for estimation and measurement

Submission Requirements

List each assessment task's title, type (eg project, observation/demonstration, essay, assignment, checklist) and due date here

Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

(add new lines for each of the assessment tasks)

Assessment Tasks

Copy and paste from the following data to produce each assessment task. Write these in plain English and spell out how, when and where the task is to be carried out, under what conditions, and what resources are needed. Include guidelines about how well the candidate has to perform a task for it to be judged satisfactory.

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1

Develop and maintain knowledge of products

1.1

Characteristics of blind and awnings products and components are recognised

1.2

Sample materials, products and visual aids are collected and organised for use in presentations

1.3

Building styles, building codes, regulations and legislation are recognised

2

Assess suitability of customer requirements for building and location

2.1

Questioning and active listening techniques are used to identify and clarify customer needs and requirements

2.2

Location for product is inspected observing work health and safety (WHS) requirements

2.3

Restrictions and limitations of building and natural environment are assessed

2.4

Restrictions and limitations of blinds and awnings are assessed

3

Provide advice to customer following assessment

3.1

Characteristics of products are explained using sample materials, visual aids and product specifications

3.2

Building covenant and other regulations and legislative requirements are explained to the customer

3.3

Range of styles and materials are presented to the customer for evaluation

3.4

Customer queries are discussed and responded to using examples to illustrate advice on finished products

4

Finalise assessment

4.1

Sample products are returned to storage

4.2

Reports are prepared for the purpose of estimating and costing

4.3

Relevant assessment and costing information is presented to customer

Specifies different work environments and conditions that may affect performance. Essential operating conditions that may be present (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) are included. Range is restricted to essential operating conditions and any other variables essential to the work environment.

Products and components include:

Holland-style blinds

Roman-style blinds

vertical-style blinds

timber, plastic and aluminium Venetian-style blinds

pleated-style blinds

wood weave-style blinds

canopy-style awnings

metal louvre-style awnings

aluminium roll-up style awnings

folding-arm style awnings

hardware and fixings

Building styles include:

heritage

period

single and multi-storey

Building codes include:

codes related to wind loads, fire attenuation and set backs

Legislation includes:

applicable legislation from all levels of government, including Commonwealth, state/territory and local council

heritage trusts and body corporate

Australian Standards

WHS

the environment

relevant industry codes of practice

duty of care and heritage

WHS requirements include:

Commonwealth, state or territory legislation and regulations

organisational safety policies and procedures

the use of personal protective equipment and clothing

firefighting equipment

first aid equipment

hazard and risk control and elimination of hazardous materials and substances

manual handling, including lifting and carrying

Restrictions and limitations include:

building:

materials, height, architectural integrity and access

natural environment:

overhang, space and height

weather:

wind rating, rainfall and directional perspective (i.e. north, south, east, west facing)

Active listening includes:

maintaining eye contact and asking questions to clarify meaning

Documentation includes:

quotation for work

sketches

drawings

work orders

customer care cards

Samples include:

fabric off-cuts

photographs

drawings and sketches

Visual aids include:

photographs

brochures

computer presentations

Customer requirements include:

sun protection

darkening effects

privacy

insulation

decoration

noise reduction

weather protection

presenting a professional image

advertising and branding

light dispersal

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
Characteristics of blind and awnings products and components are recognised 
Sample materials, products and visual aids are collected and organised for use in presentations 
Building styles, building codes, regulations and legislation are recognised 
Questioning and active listening techniques are used to identify and clarify customer needs and requirements 
Location for product is inspected observing work health and safety (WHS) requirements 
Restrictions and limitations of building and natural environment are assessed 
Restrictions and limitations of blinds and awnings are assessed 
Characteristics of products are explained using sample materials, visual aids and product specifications 
Building covenant and other regulations and legislative requirements are explained to the customer 
Range of styles and materials are presented to the customer for evaluation 
Customer queries are discussed and responded to using examples to illustrate advice on finished products 
Sample products are returned to storage 
Reports are prepared for the purpose of estimating and costing 
Relevant assessment and costing information is presented to customer 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

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