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MSMTMINS401 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Inspect a range of weighing instruments

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Issue Date: March 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency MSMTMINS401 - Inspect a range of weighing instruments
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit of competency covers the ability to apply National Instrument Test Procedures to determine whether non-automatic weighing instruments and catchweighers are suitable for trade use and then mark them accordingly. The unit also involves auditing the performance of verifiers who have previously tested and marked weighing instruments for use.This unit of competency is applicable to trade measurement inspectors appointed under national measurement legislation who may inspect a wide range of weighing instruments as part of their allocated duties. For example, weighing instruments are used to measure a wide range of products at the point of sale, as an order or as a pre-packaged article. There is a large range of environments where these instruments are used including pharmaceutical laboratories, supermarkets, fresh food retailers, packing houses, the chemical/petroleum industry, construction, mining and other extractive industry sectors. Inspectors may take up to one day perform to inspections in routine environments.While no specific licensing or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication, all inspection activity is legislated under the National Measurement Act 1960.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.

Judgement of competence must be based on holistic assessment of the evidence. Assessment methods must confirm consistency of performance over time, rather than a single assessment event.

This unit of competency should be assessed in the workplace or a simulated workplace environment. A simulated workplace environment must reflect realistic operational workplace conditions that cover all aspects of workplace performance, including the environment, task skills, task management skills, contingency management skills and job role environment skills.

Foundation skills are integral to competent performance of the unit and should not be assessed separately.

Assessment processes and techniques must be appropriate to the language, literacy and numeracy requirements of the work being performed and the needs of the candidate.

Knowledge evidence may be collected concurrently with performance evidence or through an independent process, such as workbooks, written assessments or interviews (provided a record is kept in each case).

This unit of competency may be assessed with:

MSMTMREF301 Use and maintain reference standards

Holistic assessment methods include:

review of initial verification testing reports and verifier performance audit reports prepared by the candidate

feedback from supervisors and peers regarding the candidate's ability to conduct inspections, evaluate the performance of weighing instruments and audit verifier’s performance in accordance with legislative and organisational procedures

questions to assess understanding of relevant procedures, licensing requirements, trader obligations and remedial actions

review of candidate’s responses to inspection scenarios, such as potential/actual non-compliances and appropriate actions, common issues and problems

observation of the candidate conducting an inspection.

Access is required to instruments, equipment, materials, workplace documentation, procedures, and specifications associated with this unit including, but not limited to:

latest versions of appropriate documentation, such as Certificates of Verification and Approval, NMI policy, National Instrument Test Procedures for verifying weighing instruments and relevant legislation

equipment manuals, material safety data sheets (MSDS) and safety procedures

records, such as test reports, audit reports, instrument history and test results

weighing instruments, test equipment and reference standards

computer and relevant software and/or organisation information management system.

Assessors must satisfy the assessor competency requirements that are in place at the time of the assessment as set by the VET regulator.

The assessor must demonstrate both technical competency and currency.

Technical competence can be demonstrated through:

relevant VET or other qualification/Statement of Attainment AND/OR

relevant workplace experience in trade measurement at least to the level being assessed and broad industry knowledge (such as a relevant industry qualification).

Currency can be demonstrated through:

performing the competency being assessed as part of current employment in trade measurement OR

having consulted with trade measurement inspectors and/or verifiers performing the competency being assessed within the last twelve months.

Prerequisites/co-requisites
Competency Field Trade measurement
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: Prepare for inspection
  • Identify and evaluate the type of instrument to be inspected
  • Access and review any history of previous inspections at trader's premises
  • Access and correctly interpret appropriate documentation required for the inspection
  • Identify and access test equipment, products and consumables required for the inspection
  • Ensure specified test equipment is fit for purpose in accordance with applicable legislation and organisational procedures
  • Store and transport test equipment in accordance with organisational procedures and industry best practice
  • Identify workplace health and safety issues relevant to the inspection
       


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

Prepare for inspection

1.1

Identify and evaluate the type of instrument to be inspected

1.2

Access and review any history of previous inspections at trader's premises

1.3

Access and correctly interpret appropriate documentation required for the inspection

1.4

Identify and access test equipment, products and consumables required for the inspection

1.5

Ensure specified test equipment is fit for purpose in accordance with applicable legislation and organisational procedures

1.6

Store and transport test equipment in accordance with organisational procedures and industry best practice

1.7

Identify workplace health and safety issues relevant to the inspection

2

Initiate inspection

2.1

Identify the site controller, explain the purpose of the inspection and produce formal identification, if required

2.2

Identify relevant site health and safety issues and implement appropriate control strategies

2.3

Conduct a preliminary evaluation of the site's trading practices and prioritise activities to maximise inspection outcomes.

2.4

Identify trade measuring instruments and plan inspection to minimise disruption to the public and trader

3

Evaluate weighing instrument performance

3.1

Evaluate whether the operating environment will impact on the instrument performance

3.2

Modify the operating environment or implement alternative arrangements to ensure reliable test conditions as necessary

3.3

Identify the maximum permissible errors for the instrument from the legislative requirements

3.4

Use test equipment safely in accordance with applicable legislation and organisational procedures

3.5

Check instrument for compliance with the appropriate Certificates of Approval

3.6

Inspect the instrument in accordance with relevant National Instrument Test Procedures and appropriate National Measurement Institute (NMI) policy

3.7

Evaluate results against prescribed performance criteria and determine if the instrument is suitable for trade use in accordance with legislative requirements

4

Conduct a verifier instrument performance audit

4.1

Identify the scope of the verifier instrument audit

4.2

Identify the expected outcomes of the verifier instrument audit

4.3

Assess the instrument's performance against the expected outcome

4.4

Analyse any variances from the expected outcomes to identify isolated or systemic problems

5

Analyse and report inspection results

5.1

Analyse inspection data for unacceptable performance trends

5.2

If required, display the inspection result on the instrument in accordance with legislative requirements

5.3

Use test reports to present inspection results in the required format

5.4

Complete inspection documentation in accordance with legislative requirements and organisational procedures

5.5

Communicate inspection results within the specified time and in accordance with organisational guidelines

6

Act on non-compliance

6.1

Select applicable enforcement action for the non-compliance in accordance with legislative requirements and organisational policy and procedures

6.2

Inform traders of non-compliances and consequences of failing to have them corrected

6.3

Implement enforcement action in accordance with legislative requirements and organisational policy and procedures

6.4

Respect the rights of the trader at all times

Evidence of competence in this unit must satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria, and include demonstration of:

completing initial verification testing of:

at least one (1) non-automatic weighing instrument from each of the following four classes of instruments (Class 1, 2, 3 and 4); and

at least one (1) catchweighing instrument from either Class Y(a) or Y(b)

accessing and correctly interpreting documentation required for inspections, evaluation of weighing instruments and verifier audits

ensuring test equipment and reference standards are fit for purpose in accordance with applicable legislation and organisational procedures

planning, preparing for and safely conducting inspections to maximise outcomes and minimise disruption to the public and trader

checking compliance and evaluating the performance of weighing instruments using appropriate Certificate of Approval, National Measurement Institute (NMI) policy and National Instrument Test Procedures, and adjusting for any impact of the operating environment

reliably determining if weighing instruments are suitable for trade use in accordance with legislative requirements

conducting at least two (2) verifier instrument audits to assess the performance of verifiers who test and mark weighing instruments for trade use

assessing verifier performance against expected outcomes and analysing any variances to identify isolated or systemic problems

identifying potential non-compliance of trading practices (applicable to instruments) with national measurement legislation and initiating an efficient inspection strategy that has a limited impact on others

recognising and acting on non-compliance of a weighing instrument or verifier performance and/or trading practices with national measurement legislation and initiating appropriate enforcement action

demonstrating professionalism and respecting the rights of the trader at all times

using advanced communication and negotiation skills to:

explain the inspection purpose, procedures and outcomes to traders, verifiers and managers

inform traders of non-compliances and consequences of failing to rectify them

access external equipment and resources to complete the inspection

performing specified calculations involving:

fractions, decimals, ratios, proportions and percentages

scientific notation, correct units and the correct number of significant figures

maintaining the security and confidentiality of data in accordance with organisational and regulatory requirements

reporting results in the required formats and expected timeframe

working safely.

Must provide evidence that demonstrates knowledge of:

general science principles and concepts, including weight, mass and gravity

metrological terms and terminology specific to weighing instruments, including maximum permissible errors, traceability, uncertainty, maximum permissible difference, eccentricity, repeatability, error of measurement, error of indication and linearisation

national measurement legislation applicable to weighing instruments

safe work method statements (SWMS) for a range of trading environments, such as laboratories, retail, manufacturing, industrial, mining, construction, medical, chemical, petroleum, farming and abattoirs

NMI policy requirements, including test procedure variations between a verification, in-service or audit inspection, bulletins, instructions and determinations

detailed National Instrument Test Procedures and operating procedures for equipment and reference standards used in job role, including:

test conditions and possible environmental impacts on performance of the instrument

key preparation/measurement steps in test method

calculation steps to give results in appropriate units and precision

maximum permissible errors for weighing instruments under inspection

organisational policy and procedures for inspecting weighing instruments, including completing inspection documentation

organisational safety procedures and requirements of applicable Commonwealth, state and territory work/occupational health and safety (WHS/OHS) legislation.


Submission Requirements

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Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

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Elements describe the essential outcomes

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

1

Prepare for inspection

1.1

Identify and evaluate the type of instrument to be inspected

1.2

Access and review any history of previous inspections at trader's premises

1.3

Access and correctly interpret appropriate documentation required for the inspection

1.4

Identify and access test equipment, products and consumables required for the inspection

1.5

Ensure specified test equipment is fit for purpose in accordance with applicable legislation and organisational procedures

1.6

Store and transport test equipment in accordance with organisational procedures and industry best practice

1.7

Identify workplace health and safety issues relevant to the inspection

2

Initiate inspection

2.1

Identify the site controller, explain the purpose of the inspection and produce formal identification, if required

2.2

Identify relevant site health and safety issues and implement appropriate control strategies

2.3

Conduct a preliminary evaluation of the site's trading practices and prioritise activities to maximise inspection outcomes.

2.4

Identify trade measuring instruments and plan inspection to minimise disruption to the public and trader

3

Evaluate weighing instrument performance

3.1

Evaluate whether the operating environment will impact on the instrument performance

3.2

Modify the operating environment or implement alternative arrangements to ensure reliable test conditions as necessary

3.3

Identify the maximum permissible errors for the instrument from the legislative requirements

3.4

Use test equipment safely in accordance with applicable legislation and organisational procedures

3.5

Check instrument for compliance with the appropriate Certificates of Approval

3.6

Inspect the instrument in accordance with relevant National Instrument Test Procedures and appropriate National Measurement Institute (NMI) policy

3.7

Evaluate results against prescribed performance criteria and determine if the instrument is suitable for trade use in accordance with legislative requirements

4

Conduct a verifier instrument performance audit

4.1

Identify the scope of the verifier instrument audit

4.2

Identify the expected outcomes of the verifier instrument audit

4.3

Assess the instrument's performance against the expected outcome

4.4

Analyse any variances from the expected outcomes to identify isolated or systemic problems

5

Analyse and report inspection results

5.1

Analyse inspection data for unacceptable performance trends

5.2

If required, display the inspection result on the instrument in accordance with legislative requirements

5.3

Use test reports to present inspection results in the required format

5.4

Complete inspection documentation in accordance with legislative requirements and organisational procedures

5.5

Communicate inspection results within the specified time and in accordance with organisational guidelines

6

Act on non-compliance

6.1

Select applicable enforcement action for the non-compliance in accordance with legislative requirements and organisational policy and procedures

6.2

Inform traders of non-compliances and consequences of failing to have them corrected

6.3

Implement enforcement action in accordance with legislative requirements and organisational policy and procedures

6.4

Respect the rights of the trader at all times

This field allows for 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.

National Instrument Test Procedures include one or more of:

measuring instrument test procedures

any other test procedure prescribed by the NMI

Classes of weighing instruments include one or more of:

non-automatic weighing instruments tested without substitution loads

automatic Class Y(a) Catchweighers

automatic Class Y(b) Catchweighers

any other weighing instrument prescribed by the NMI

Test equipment includes:

reference standards of measurement

control instruments

Certificates of Approval include:

any Certificate issued by the Chief Metrologist under Regulation 60 of the National Measurement Regulations approving the pattern of a weighing instrument as being suitable for trade

Prescribed performance criteria for limited weighing instruments include:

that the design is in accordance with the appropriate Certificates of Approval

that the performance meets the criteria described in the Certificates of Approval, National Instrument Test Procedures and legislation

Verification

Has the same meaning as Section 18GG of the National Measurement Act 1960

Verification marks

Verification marks for different instruments are defined in Sections 2.28 and 2.29 of the National Trade Measurement Regulations

Trading practices include one or more of:

methods used for the sale of goods

using measuring instruments

position of measuring instruments

environmental factors

suitability of instrument

incorrect measurement

Enforcement actions include one or more of:

formal warnings, infringement notices, undertakings, injunction and prosecutions

Legislation includes:

national measurement legislation

applicable Commonwealth, state and territory work/occupational health and safety (WHS/OHS) legislation

NMI policy includes:

test procedure variations between a verification, in-service or audit inspection

bulletins

instructions

determinations

WHS/OHS and environmental management requirements include:

complying with WHS/OHS and environmental management requirements at all times, which may be imposed through state/territory or federal legislation. These requirements must not be compromised at any time

· applying standard precautions relating to the potentially hazardous nature of samples

accessing and applying current industry understanding of infection control issued by the National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) and State and Territory Departments of Health, where relevant

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Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Identify and evaluate the type of instrument to be inspected 
Access and review any history of previous inspections at trader's premises 
Access and correctly interpret appropriate documentation required for the inspection 
Identify and access test equipment, products and consumables required for the inspection 
Ensure specified test equipment is fit for purpose in accordance with applicable legislation and organisational procedures 
Store and transport test equipment in accordance with organisational procedures and industry best practice 
Identify workplace health and safety issues relevant to the inspection 

Forms

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