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

MSFID4011 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Determine work health and safety (WHS) implications of interior effects

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Issue Date: May 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency MSFID4011 - Determine work health and safety (WHS) implications of interior effects
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit of competency covers identifying and assessing the WHS implications of effects used in interior decoration and design, including furniture, hard and soft materials and accessories, to determine potential hazards for a range of customer groups.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 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 determining WHS implications of interior effects.

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: Identify principles of WHS
  • Duty of care and responsibilities of individuals and organisations are defined
  • Concepts of hierarchy of control are identified and related to the workplace
  • Codes of practice relating to specific workplace risks are identified
  • Importance of a systematic approach to WHS is understood
  • Applicable WHS, legislative and organisational requirements relevant to interior decoration and design are identified
       
Element: Assess WHS implications for interior decoration and design
  • Hazards associated with materials used in interiors are identified
  • Hazards associated with effects are identified
  • Safety measures implemented to control hazards are identified and implications for interior decoration and design evaluated
  • Information resources on safety aspects of materials, effects and technology used in interior decoration and design are identified and accessed
  • Furniture and joinery ergonomics are assessed
       
Element: Assess safety implications for customers
  • Range of customers for interior decoration and design are identified and potential hazards for customers determined
  • Safety measures implemented to control hazards to customers are identified and implications for decoration and design are evaluated
       
Element: Assess risk
  • Likelihood of hazards causing harm is considered and determined
  • Consequence if the event should occur is evaluated and determined
  • Risk level (likelihood and consequence combined) is considered and determined
       
Element: Apply risk control measures to decoration and design solutions
  • Project brief is analysed and potential safety issues identified
  • Solutions are evaluated for WHS implications
  • Range of options which may eliminate or minimise risks are identified
  • Most appropriate treatment for addressing risk is selected and applied to solution
       


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

Identify principles of WHS

1.1

Duty of care and responsibilities of individuals and organisations are defined

1.2

Concepts of hierarchy of control are identified and related to the workplace

1.3

Codes of practice relating to specific workplace risks are identified

1.4

Importance of a systematic approach to WHS is understood

1.5

Applicable WHS, legislative and organisational requirements relevant to interior decoration and design are identified

2

Assess WHS implications for interior decoration and design

2.1

Hazards associated with materials used in interiors are identified

2.2

Hazards associated with effects are identified

2.3

Safety measures implemented to control hazards are identified and implications for interior decoration and design evaluated

2.4

Information resources on safety aspects of materials, effects and technology used in interior decoration and design are identified and accessed

2.5

Furniture and joinery ergonomics are assessed

3

Assess safety implications for customers

3.1

Range of customers for interior decoration and design are identified and potential hazards for customers determined

3.2

Safety measures implemented to control hazards to customers are identified and implications for decoration and design are evaluated

4

Assess risk

4.1

Likelihood of hazards causing harm is considered and determined

4.2

Consequence if the event should occur is evaluated and determined

4.3

Risk level (likelihood and consequence combined) is considered and determined

5

Apply risk control measures to decoration and design solutions

5.1

Project brief is analysed and potential safety issues identified

5.2

Solutions are evaluated for WHS implications

5.3

Range of options which may eliminate or minimise risks are identified

5.4

Most appropriate treatment for addressing risk is selected and applied to solution

Interpret work orders and locate and apply relevant information

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

Locate and apply safety information and assess safety aspects of interior decoration and design solutions for a range of customers

Address risks and hazards in interior decoration and design and complete a minimum of three (3) risk assessments of interior decoration and design solutions, including the determination of required treatments

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

Communicate ideas and information to enable confirmation of work requirements and specifications, presentation of design/colour concepts, the reporting of work outcomes and problems

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 risk management in an interior decoration and design environment

Organisational and site standards, requirements, policies and procedures for interior decoration and design

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

Characteristics of materials, products and defects

Common interior decoration and design related hazards and the range of commonly applied treatments

Environmental protection requirements

Established communication channels and protocols

Relevant problem identification and resolution

Appropriate mathematical procedures for estimation and measurement

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

Submission Requirements

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Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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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

Identify principles of WHS

1.1

Duty of care and responsibilities of individuals and organisations are defined

1.2

Concepts of hierarchy of control are identified and related to the workplace

1.3

Codes of practice relating to specific workplace risks are identified

1.4

Importance of a systematic approach to WHS is understood

1.5

Applicable WHS, legislative and organisational requirements relevant to interior decoration and design are identified

2

Assess WHS implications for interior decoration and design

2.1

Hazards associated with materials used in interiors are identified

2.2

Hazards associated with effects are identified

2.3

Safety measures implemented to control hazards are identified and implications for interior decoration and design evaluated

2.4

Information resources on safety aspects of materials, effects and technology used in interior decoration and design are identified and accessed

2.5

Furniture and joinery ergonomics are assessed

3

Assess safety implications for customers

3.1

Range of customers for interior decoration and design are identified and potential hazards for customers determined

3.2

Safety measures implemented to control hazards to customers are identified and implications for decoration and design are evaluated

4

Assess risk

4.1

Likelihood of hazards causing harm is considered and determined

4.2

Consequence if the event should occur is evaluated and determined

4.3

Risk level (likelihood and consequence combined) is considered and determined

5

Apply risk control measures to decoration and design solutions

5.1

Project brief is analysed and potential safety issues identified

5.2

Solutions are evaluated for WHS implications

5.3

Range of options which may eliminate or minimise risks are identified

5.4

Most appropriate treatment for addressing risk is selected and applied to solution

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, Liveable and Accessible Housing Design guidelines, and organisation insurance requirements

work requires individual to demonstrate discretion, judgement and problem solving, plus self-management and learning skills

Duty of care:

requires everything ‘reasonably practicable’ to be done to protect the health and safety of others at the workplace. This duty is placed on:

all employers

their employees

any others who have an influence on the hazards in a workplace

Responsibilities of individuals and organisations include:

complying, as far possible, with all activities carried out in accordance with the standard and reporting anything that might affect compliance with the standard

Hierarchy of control include:

the range of feasible options for managing the risk to health and safety. The hierarchy has the following controls:

elimination of the hazard

its substitution with a less harmful version

its redesign

engineering controls

isolation of the hazard from people at the workplace

safe work practices

redesigning work systems

the use of personal protective equipment by people at the workplace

Systematic approach includes:

hazard identification

risk assessment

risk control

review

WHS requirements include:

Commonwealth, state or territory legislation and regulations

organisational safety policies and procedures

use of personal protective equipment and clothing

firefighting equipment

first aid equipment

hazard and risk control and elimination

control of hazardous materials and substances

manual handling including lifting and carrying

Materials include:

adhesives

nails, and staples

paint

treatments and finishes

fixtures

fabrics

animal skin

wood

metal

plastic

foam

oils

Hazards associated with materials include:

chemical properties:

toxicity

fumes

combustibility

physical properties:

strength

weakness

splintering

breakage

weight

components:

adhesives

nails and staples

manual handling requirements

Effects include:

furniture

fixtures

finishes

accessories

soft furnishings

lighting

special effects

Hazards associated with effects include:

location and positioning considerations, such as:

accessibility and obstruction

fixing and securing

placement of power sources and leads

ergonomics

Range of customers include:

aged and the elderly

people with disabilities

children

adults

Potential hazards to customers include:

allergies to materials

injury from materials or components

injury due to design faults

lack of stability

breakages

difficult to handle or install effects

electric shock

Personal protective equipment includes:

that prescribed under legislation, regulations and enterprise policies and practices

Information and procedures include:

work instructions, including plans, drawings and designs

workplace procedures relating to reporting and communication

manufacturer specifications and operational 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
Duty of care and responsibilities of individuals and organisations are defined 
Concepts of hierarchy of control are identified and related to the workplace 
Codes of practice relating to specific workplace risks are identified 
Importance of a systematic approach to WHS is understood 
Applicable WHS, legislative and organisational requirements relevant to interior decoration and design are identified 
Hazards associated with materials used in interiors are identified 
Hazards associated with effects are identified 
Safety measures implemented to control hazards are identified and implications for interior decoration and design evaluated 
Information resources on safety aspects of materials, effects and technology used in interior decoration and design are identified and accessed 
Furniture and joinery ergonomics are assessed 
Range of customers for interior decoration and design are identified and potential hazards for customers determined 
Safety measures implemented to control hazards to customers are identified and implications for decoration and design are evaluated 
Likelihood of hazards causing harm is considered and determined 
Consequence if the event should occur is evaluated and determined 
Risk level (likelihood and consequence combined) is considered and determined 
Project brief is analysed and potential safety issues identified 
Solutions are evaluated for WHS implications 
Range of options which may eliminate or minimise risks are identified 
Most appropriate treatment for addressing risk is selected and applied to solution 

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