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

MSFID6007 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Select and instruct consultants and contractors

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Issue Date: May 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency MSFID6007 - Select and instruct consultants and contractors
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit of competency covers selecting and instructing consultants and contractors for all aspects of the project in the solution of interior design projects and in accordance with project briefs that apply to a retail, consulting or design and decoration studio environment and involves application of skills and knowledge at a managerial level.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 selecting and instructing consultants and contractors.

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: Analyse the project brief
  • Applicable work health and safety (WHS), legislative and organisational requirements relevant to selecting and instructing consultants and contractors are verified and complied with
  • Project brief is reviewed, confirmed and clarified with client
  • Key requirements for the project are assessed and confirmed and parameters determined
  • Resources are selected appropriate to work requirements and checked for operational effectiveness
  • Communication with others in the design project is established and maintained
  • Relevant research is conducted to gain all information which may be used to inform the selection process
  • All required information is accessed and interpreted to inform the selection process
       
Element: Select consultants and contractors
  • Consultants are selected to assist with project design information
  • Contractors are selected to undertake decorating, building or services work
  • Consultants and contractors are contracted to undertake the negotiated work
  • Insurances necessary in the engaging of contractors and consultants are obtained
       
Element: Instruct consultants and contractors
  • Consultants and contractors are communicated with to specify the requirements of the project brief, costing, quotes and the schedule
  • Timelines and restrictions are agreed with consultants and contractors
  • Budget constraints for consultants and contractors are set and adhered to in accordance with the project schedule
  • Design specifications and constraints for consultants and contractors are set and adhered to in accordance with the project brief
  • WHS policies and procedures are transmitted to consultants and contractors and adhered to
       


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

Analyse the project brief

1.1

Applicable work health and safety (WHS), legislative and organisational requirements relevant to selecting and instructing consultants and contractors are verified and complied with

1.2

Project brief is reviewed, confirmed and clarified with client

1.3

Key requirements for the project are assessed and confirmed and parameters determined

1.4

Resources are selected appropriate to work requirements and checked for operational effectiveness

1.5

Communication with others in the design project is established and maintained

1.6

Relevant research is conducted to gain all information which may be used to inform the selection process

1.7

All required information is accessed and interpreted to inform the selection process

2

Select consultants and contractors

2.1

Consultants are selected to assist with project design information

2.2

Contractors are selected to undertake decorating, building or services work

2.3

Consultants and contractors are contracted to undertake the negotiated work

2.4

Insurances necessary in the engaging of contractors and consultants are obtained

3

Instruct consultants and contractors

3.1

Consultants and contractors are communicated with to specify the requirements of the project brief, costing, quotes and the schedule

3.2

Timelines and restrictions are agreed with consultants and contractors

3.3

Budget constraints for consultants and contractors are set and adhered to in accordance with the project schedule

3.4

Design specifications and constraints for consultants and contractors are set and adhered to in accordance with the project brief

3.5

WHS policies and procedures are transmitted to consultants and contractors and adhered to

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

Select and instruct consultants and contractors to complete a project in accordance with the project brief and schedule effectively applying quality and authorised procedures

Use mathematical ideas and techniques to correctly complete measurements, make calculations, estimate material requirements and cost work

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

Establish a personal work methodology

Display critical evaluation skills, creativity, innovation, research skills and independent thinking

Present design ideas

Initiate new ideas and work techniques

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 selecting and instructing consultants and contractors

Organisational and site standards, requirements, policies and procedures for selecting and instructing consultants and contractors

Australian Standards and the Building Code of Australia (BCA)

Contract management

Contractor and consultant types and management

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

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 techniques

Project management techniques

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:

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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

Analyse the project brief

1.1

Applicable work health and safety (WHS), legislative and organisational requirements relevant to selecting and instructing consultants and contractors are verified and complied with

1.2

Project brief is reviewed, confirmed and clarified with client

1.3

Key requirements for the project are assessed and confirmed and parameters determined

1.4

Resources are selected appropriate to work requirements and checked for operational effectiveness

1.5

Communication with others in the design project is established and maintained

1.6

Relevant research is conducted to gain all information which may be used to inform the selection process

1.7

All required information is accessed and interpreted to inform the selection process

2

Select consultants and contractors

2.1

Consultants are selected to assist with project design information

2.2

Contractors are selected to undertake decorating, building or services work

2.3

Consultants and contractors are contracted to undertake the negotiated work

2.4

Insurances necessary in the engaging of contractors and consultants are obtained

3

Instruct consultants and contractors

3.1

Consultants and contractors are communicated with to specify the requirements of the project brief, costing, quotes and the schedule

3.2

Timelines and restrictions are agreed with consultants and contractors

3.3

Budget constraints for consultants and contractors are set and adhered to in accordance with the project schedule

3.4

Design specifications and constraints for consultants and contractors are set and adhered to in accordance with the project brief

3.5

WHS policies and procedures are transmitted to consultants and contractors and adhered to

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

Project brief includes:

client needs and objectives

client aims and objectives, and criteria for evaluation

milestones

organisational or personal profiles and aims

image requirements and function

target market

budget

timeline

consultation requirements

colour requirements

Clients include:

suppliers

manufacturers

private clients

retailers

Parameters include:

scope of brief

approval to make changes (legislative and planning)

effect or feel trying to be achieved

functionality (short and long term)

budget restrictions

established timelines

Resources include:

computers

computer software

design software

computer-aided design (CAD) software

colour boards

storyboards

swatches

product based colour systems, such as Munsell or similar

colour matching system, such as Pantone Matching System (PMS)

journals (directions magazines)

artistic equipment and products

model making equipment

Relevant research includes:

internet searches

phone/personal liaison

interviews

applications

Information includes:

contractor and consultant reputations and outcomes

contractor and consultant prices

required insurances

work schedules

budget and payments

required skills

available skills

Consultants include:

builders

architects

engineers

decorators

designers

Contractors include:

builders

painters

tilers

carpet/flooring layers and sanders

cabinetmakers

curtain and soft furnishing makers

picture framers

electricians

plumbers

plasterers

Contracts include:

methods of securing agreement between parties

Insurances include:

professional indemnity

public liability

income protection

third-party, comprehensive, building and contents insurance

workers compensation

any other legally prescribed insurance

Engaging includes:

hire or appointment of the contractors by direct engagement or for engagement by the client

Schedules include:

detailed descriptions of which materials, products, finishes and accessories will be selected, and how they will be applied

Timelines include:

the agreed project time span set and agreed for the project

Restrictions include:

laws, regulations or policies which may affect a project or those working on it, such as:

local government planning approval

work site entry legislation

licensing

heritage laws

Budgets include:

the amount of funds the client has available to complete the project

Specifications include:

the measurements, procedures by which a product is constructed and materials to be utilised

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 selecting and instructing consultants and contractors are verified and complied with 
Project brief is reviewed, confirmed and clarified with client 
Key requirements for the project are assessed and confirmed and parameters determined 
Resources are selected appropriate to work requirements and checked for operational effectiveness 
Communication with others in the design project is established and maintained 
Relevant research is conducted to gain all information which may be used to inform the selection process 
All required information is accessed and interpreted to inform the selection process 
Consultants are selected to assist with project design information 
Contractors are selected to undertake decorating, building or services work 
Consultants and contractors are contracted to undertake the negotiated work 
Insurances necessary in the engaging of contractors and consultants are obtained 
Consultants and contractors are communicated with to specify the requirements of the project brief, costing, quotes and the schedule 
Timelines and restrictions are agreed with consultants and contractors 
Budget constraints for consultants and contractors are set and adhered to in accordance with the project schedule 
Design specifications and constraints for consultants and contractors are set and adhered to in accordance with the project brief 
WHS policies and procedures are transmitted to consultants and contractors and adhered to 

Forms

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