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

MSFFDT4004 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Assess environmental impact of a design

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Issue Date: April 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency MSFFDT4004 - Assess environmental impact of a design
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit of competency covers assessing the environmental impact of a design and evaluating and recording its energy consumption, waste and material sustainability at all stages of production, product use and disposal or recycling. 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 its 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 tasks where relevant, 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, equipment and specifications relevant to assessing the environmental impact of a design.
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: Assess raw sources of material
  • Applicable work health and safety (WHS), legislative and organisational requirements relevant to assessing the environmental impact of a design are verified and complied with
  • Design brief is reviewed, confirmed and clarified with appropriate personnel
  • Communication with others to complete assessment is established and maintained
  • Materials are assessed from their source taking account of where they derived from, their processing techniques and energy used to obtain them
  • Materials are assessed for their ecological and environmental impact
  • Materials are assessed for their availability and sustainability
       
Element: Assess the environmental impact of the design
  • User needs and desires are assessed and documented
  • Material choice and use as stated in the specifications is audited and assessed
  • Product lifecycle analysis is evaluated and longevity determined
  • Intended manufacturing processes, including assembly and finishing, are assessed for their impact on the environment
  • Final documentation outlining the design environmental impact
       
Element: Assess the manufacturing process
  • Production timeline is assessed and energy use measured
  • Supply of raw materials for production is analysed and wastage estimated
  • Manufacturing process is assessed for equipment and assembly method energy usage and waste
  • Component production is analysed to measure energy use and waste
  • Finishing requirements are assessed for toxic waste levels and energy usage
  • Packaging, despatch and transport arrangements are analysed to measure energy usage
  • Final documentation outlining the full analysis of the manufacturing impact on the environment is compiled and produced as a report
       
Element: Assess product potential for recycling
  • Ability for all components of product to be recycled are assessed
  • Non-recyclable components are identified and potential alternatives determined
  • Impact of non-recyclable components on environment is assessed
  • Recycling potential of the product is reported in documentation
       


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

Assess raw sources of material

1.1

Applicable work health and safety (WHS), legislative and organisational requirements relevant to assessing the environmental impact of a design are verified and complied with

1.2

Design brief is reviewed, confirmed and clarified with appropriate personnel

1.3

Communication with others to complete assessment is established and maintained

1.4

Materials are assessed from their source taking account of where they derived from, their processing techniques and energy used to obtain them

1.5

Materials are assessed for their ecological and environmental impact

1.6

Materials are assessed for their availability and sustainability

2

Assess the environmental impact of the design

2.1

User needs and desires are assessed and documented

2.2

Material choice and use as stated in the specifications is audited and assessed

2.3

Product lifecycle analysis is evaluated and longevity determined

2.4

Intended manufacturing processes, including assembly and finishing, are assessed for their impact on the environment

2.5

Final documentation outlining the design environmental impact

3

Assess the manufacturing process

3.1

Production timeline is assessed and energy use measured

3.2

Supply of raw materials for production is analysed and wastage estimated

3.3

Manufacturing process is assessed for equipment and assembly method energy usage and waste

3.4

Component production is analysed to measure energy use and waste

3.5

Finishing requirements are assessed for toxic waste levels and energy usage

3.6

Packaging, despatch and transport arrangements are analysed to measure energy usage

3.7

Final documentation outlining the full analysis of the manufacturing impact on the environment is compiled and produced as a report

4

Assess product potential for recycling

4.1

Ability for all components of product to be recycled are assessed

4.2

Non-recyclable components are identified and potential alternatives determined

4.3

Impact of non-recyclable components on environment is assessed

4.4

Recycling potential of the product is reported in documentation

Collect, organise and understand information related to furnishing work instructions and work orders and safety procedures

Apply safe handling requirements for equipment, products and materials, including use of personal protective equipment

Identify materials used in the work process

Follow work instructions, operating procedures and inspection processes to:

minimise the risk of injury to self or others

prevent damage to goods, equipment and products

maintain required production output and product quality

Assess and measure the environmental impact of a design from its raw source through manufacture to its end use and disposal and recording of the impact study outcomes

Produce a report on the impact study outcomes of a product

Use mathematical ideas and techniques to correctly complete measurements, calculate area and estimate material requirements

Lead others and work effectively to improve production quality and outcomes

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

Use workplace technology related to the coordination, including communication equipment, time and management aids and other measuring devices

Minimise wastage of resources, including materials, time and money

Work with others and in a team by recognising dependencies and using cooperative approaches to optimise work flow and productivity and encourage participation of employees in the planning of work activities and changes

State or territory WHS legislation, regulations, standards and codes of practice relevant to assessing the environmental impact of a design

Organisational and site standards, requirements, policies and procedures for assessing the environmental impact of a design

Elements and principles of design

Ergonomics and aesthetic values

Types of tools and equipment and procedures for their safe use, operation and maintenance

Characteristics of materials, products, sources and defects

Energy consumption calculation

Forest management and sustainability

Illegal Logging Prohibition Act 2012

Greenhouse gas emissions

Resource utilisation

Waste and waste management solutions

Relevant computer programs

Product assembly techniques and equipment capabilities

Sketching and drawing techniques

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

Appropriate mathematical procedures for estimation and measurement

Environmental protection requirements

Established communication channels and protocols

Relevant problem identification and resolution

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

Assess raw sources of material

1.1

Applicable work health and safety (WHS), legislative and organisational requirements relevant to assessing the environmental impact of a design are verified and complied with

1.2

Design brief is reviewed, confirmed and clarified with appropriate personnel

1.3

Communication with others to complete assessment is established and maintained

1.4

Materials are assessed from their source taking account of where they derived from, their processing techniques and energy used to obtain them

1.5

Materials are assessed for their ecological and environmental impact

1.6

Materials are assessed for their availability and sustainability

2

Assess the environmental impact of the design

2.1

User needs and desires are assessed and documented

2.2

Material choice and use as stated in the specifications is audited and assessed

2.3

Product lifecycle analysis is evaluated and longevity determined

2.4

Intended manufacturing processes, including assembly and finishing, are assessed for their impact on the environment

2.5

Final documentation outlining the design environmental impact

3

Assess the manufacturing process

3.1

Production timeline is assessed and energy use measured

3.2

Supply of raw materials for production is analysed and wastage estimated

3.3

Manufacturing process is assessed for equipment and assembly method energy usage and waste

3.4

Component production is analysed to measure energy use and waste

3.5

Finishing requirements are assessed for toxic waste levels and energy usage

3.6

Packaging, despatch and transport arrangements are analysed to measure energy usage

3.7

Final documentation outlining the full analysis of the manufacturing impact on the environment is compiled and produced as a report

4

Assess product potential for recycling

4.1

Ability for all components of product to be recycled are assessed

4.2

Non-recyclable components are identified and potential alternatives determined

4.3

Impact of non-recyclable components on environment is assessed

4.4

Recycling potential of the product is reported in documentation

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.

Unit context includes:

WHS requirements, including legislation, building codes, material safety management systems, hazardous and dangerous goods codes, and local safe operating procedures or equivalent

work is carried out in accordance with legislative obligations, environmental legislation, relevant health regulations, manual handling procedures and organisation insurance requirements

work requires individuals to demonstrate conceptual and analytical ability, discretion, judgement and problem solving

customers or suppliers may be internal or external

Design brief includes:

the aims, objectives, milestones for the design project

organisational or personal profiles

target audience

budget

timeline

consultation requirements

colour requirements

image requirements

function

Appropriate personnel include:

trainers

supervisors

suppliers

clients

colleagues

managers

Materials include:

timber (native and imported)

man-made timber products

plastic

metal

alloys

stones

glass

textiles

fibreglass

foam

cardboard

paper products

any other manipulable substance

Sources include:

origin of the raw material, including the type and location wood was derived from, how and where it was processed, graph impact growth and available seasoning lead time

mining source of metal or alloys and how these were processed

formulas for the composition of plastics

origin of textiles and how these were milled

Energy includes:

the measure of energy output in correlation to the cost to the environment in terms of electricity, gas or fossil fuel usage

Ecological and environmental impacts include:

how the use of raw materials effects the ecology and environment and how its continued use will affect the area it has been sourced from, including illegal logging

energy consumption in achieving the material

greenhouse gases created

waste levels

resource utilisation and transport effects

what impact will be felt by reducing or stopping material from the source

Sustainability includes:

the amount of resource widely available based on demand and its capacity to renew or be renewed

Product lifecycle includes:

the evolution of a product from its raw source, through its inception, development, manufacture, completion and time as a completed product until potential renewal

Manufacturing processes include:

methods by which the product will be produced with steps that entail working from drawings and specifications, producing components utilising machine operations, assembly of the components and finishing techniques

Assembly methods include:

nailing

gluing

screwing

welding

pressing

sewing

bonding

jointing

connecting various materials

Finishing includes:

paints

waxes

lacquers

stains

pigments

oils

plastic coatings

Wastage includes:

wasting of valuable raw materials

wastage of energy to obtain the raw materials

wastage during the manufacturing process

how waste is or isn’t managed after it is produced

Equipment includes:

static machinery

portable power tools

computer numerically controlled (CNC) equipment

and is to include procedures for lock out protecting operators and co-workers from accidental injury by isolating the machine from the power source

Components include:

parts which make up the whole of a product (each component often requires some level of machining to result in the desired part)

Packaging and despatch include:

wrapping in fabric

plastic wrapping

shrink wrapping

boxing

foam shells

despatch by mobile means

Transport includes:

truck

trailer

train

plane

ship

Personal protective equipment includes:

that prescribed under legislation, regulations and enterprise policies and practices

Information and procedures include:

work procedures/instructions

manufacturer specifications and instructions

standard forms of workplace process and procedures

organisation work specifications and requirements

legislation, regulations and codes of practice

quality and Australian Standards and procedures

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
Applicable work health and safety (WHS), legislative and organisational requirements relevant to assessing the environmental impact of a design are verified and complied with 
Design brief is reviewed, confirmed and clarified with appropriate personnel 
Communication with others to complete assessment is established and maintained 
Materials are assessed from their source taking account of where they derived from, their processing techniques and energy used to obtain them 
Materials are assessed for their ecological and environmental impact 
Materials are assessed for their availability and sustainability 
User needs and desires are assessed and documented 
Material choice and use as stated in the specifications is audited and assessed 
Product lifecycle analysis is evaluated and longevity determined 
Intended manufacturing processes, including assembly and finishing, are assessed for their impact on the environment 
Final documentation outlining the design environmental impact 
Production timeline is assessed and energy use measured 
Supply of raw materials for production is analysed and wastage estimated 
Manufacturing process is assessed for equipment and assembly method energy usage and waste 
Component production is analysed to measure energy use and waste 
Finishing requirements are assessed for toxic waste levels and energy usage 
Packaging, despatch and transport arrangements are analysed to measure energy usage 
Final documentation outlining the full analysis of the manufacturing impact on the environment is compiled and produced as a report 
Ability for all components of product to be recycled are assessed 
Non-recyclable components are identified and potential alternatives determined 
Impact of non-recyclable components on environment is assessed 
Recycling potential of the product is reported in documentation 

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