The unit applies to planning of tasks to assist production operations. Tasks may include the development of rosters, OHS practices, workplace procedures, documentation practices and organisational systems.

Work requires discretion, initiative and judgement.

Work may be conducted in small to large scale enterprises and may involve individual and team activities.

The application of this unit is according to OHS practices of the enterprise and workplace practices, which may include:

requirements prescribed by legislation, awards, agreements and conditions of employment

standard operating procedures

work instructions

oral, written and visual communication

quality practices, including responsibility for maintenance of own work quality and contribution to quality improvement of team or section output

housekeeping

tasks related to environmental protection, waste disposal, pollution control and recycling

This unit requires the application of planning and organising skills to develop and implement a production plan. Team work and communication skills are central to interpreting production information and ensuring production plan is implemented effectively in the workplace. New information and learning from implementation should be used to improve plan development and implementation.

Prerequisites

ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1 Clarify planning requirements

1.1 Planning requirements are discussed with supervisor and work brief is confirmed.

1.2 Timeline, jobs, and work priorities associated with planning task are confirmed with supervisor or manager.

1.3 Workplace practices and documentation requirements associated with planning task are assessed for relevance.

1.4 Key personnel associated with planning task are identified.

2 Conduct planning task

2.1 Planning task requirements are communicated to team, section or individuals as required to secure positive input.

2.2 Previous and current work practices, organisational guidelines, documentation systems and quality standards are assessed and relevant criteria are applied to planning task.

2.3 Planning tools and techniques are used.

2.4 Key personnel are consulted during planning activity.

2.5 Proposals for plan are developed to meet planning requirements.

2.6 Planning proposal is tested with key personnel.

3 Apply plan

3.1 Plan is implemented.

3.2 Implementation of plan is monitored to assess plan suitability.

3.3 OHS practices are integrated into plan.

3.4 Improvements to plan are identified and applied.

4 Communicate plan to work team, section, individuals

4.1 All plan information affecting work, including OHS practices and quality standards is explained logically in an easily understood manner to individuals and teams.

4.2 Feedback from team, section members and individuals is sought to assist in effective operation of team or section.

4.3 Plan and implementation practices are documented.

This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level, required for this unit

Demonstrates knowledge of:

production and workflow system

factors and constraints that impact on task

effective work methods to achieve production objectives and timelines

documentation practices

quality standards and procedures

scheduling techniques

resourcing policies

general staffing levels, capabilities and application of standard times

OHS practices, including hazard identification and control measures

workplace practices

recording and reporting practices

Demonstrates skills to:

prioritise work

manage time

organise

use planning tools

analyse

apply relevant arithmetic calculations

read, interpret and follow information on work specifications, standard operating procedures and work instructions, and other reference material

maintain accurate records

communicate within the workplace

sequence operations

meet specifications

clarify and check task-related information

carry out work according to OHS practices

The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria, Required Skills and Knowledge, the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.

Critical aspects of evidence

Demonstrates skills and knowledge to:

organise work tasks, work processes and staff

meet work process efficiency standards

use suitable planning techniques

implement and monitor plan

apply OHS policies in work operations

maintain accurate records

Consistency in performance

Consistently applies skills and knowledge when:

organising work

completing tasks according to instructions

working systematically with attention to detail

identifying improvements and avoiding damage

using workplace practices

using OHS practices

recording and reporting accidents and incidents

assessing operational readiness of equipment

recognising and adapting to cultural differences in the workplace, including modes of behaviour and interactions

Resource implications

Access is required to real or appropriately simulated situations, including work areas, materials and equipment, and to information on workplace practices and OHS practices.

Context for assessment

Assessment may occur on the job or in an appropriately simulated environment.

Interdependent assessment

This unit may be assessed independently or in combination with other relevant units.

The Range Statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the Performance Criteria, is detailed below. Add any essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment depending on the work situation, needs if the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts.

Legislative/regulatory requirements

All work must comply with relevant Federal and State or Territory legislative or regulatory requirements.

Planning task may include:

shift rosters

workplace or operation instructions and procedures

OHS practices, including committee representation

workplace documentation

organisational systems

Key personnel may include:

operations managers

supervisors and team leaders

human resources staff

relevant employees

Planning tools and techniques may include:

scheduling

time management

brainstorming

setting goals and defined outcomes

prioritising

review and evaluation strategies

OHS practices

OHS practices include hazard identification and control, risk assessment and implementation of risk reduction measures specific to the tasks described by this unit, and may relate to:

manual handling techniques

standard operating procedures

personal protective equipment

safe materials handling

taking of rest breaks

ergonomic arrangement of workplaces

following marked walkways

safe storage of equipment

housekeeping

reporting accidents and incidents

environmental practices

Sector

All

This unit contains employability skills.