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Evidence Guide: BSZ401A - Plan assessment

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Tips for gathering evidence to demonstrate your skills

The important thing to remember when gathering evidence is that the more evidence the better - that is, the more evidence you gather to demonstrate your skills, the more confident an assessor can be that you have learned the skills not just at one point in time, but are continuing to apply and develop those skills (as opposed to just learning for the test!). Furthermore, one piece of evidence that you collect will not usualy demonstrate all the required criteria for a unit of competency, whereas multiple overlapping pieces of evidence will usually do the trick!

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BSZ401A - Plan assessment

What evidence can you provide to prove your understanding of each of the following citeria?

Establish evidence required for a specific context

  1. The evidence required to infer competency from the industry/enterprise competency standards, or other standards of performance, is established for a specified context
  2. Relevant unit(s) of competency is read and interpreted accurately to identify the evidence required
  3. Specified evidence requirements: , assure valid and reliable inferences of competency, authenticate the performance of the person being assessed and confirm that competency is current
  4. Sufficient evidence is specified to show consistent achievement of the specified standards
  5. The cost of gathering the required evidence is established
The evidence required to infer competency from the industry/enterprise competency standards, or other standards of performance, is established for a specified context

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Relevant unit(s) of competency is read and interpreted accurately to identify the evidence required

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Specified evidence requirements: , assure valid and reliable inferences of competency, authenticate the performance of the person being assessed and confirm that competency is current

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Sufficient evidence is specified to show consistent achievement of the specified standards

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The cost of gathering the required evidence is established

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Establish suitable assessment method(s)

  1. Assessment methods are selected which are appropriate for gathering the type and amount of evidence required
  2. Opportunities to consolidate evidence gathering activities are identified
  3. Allowable adjustments in the assessment method are proposed to cater for the characteristics of the person(s) being assessed
Assessment methods are selected which are appropriate for gathering the type and amount of evidence required

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Opportunities to consolidate evidence gathering activities are identified

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Allowable adjustments in the assessment method are proposed to cater for the characteristics of the person(s) being assessed

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Develop assessment tools appropriate to a specific assessment context

  1. An assessment tool is developed to gather valid, reliable and sufficient evidence for a specific assessment context
  2. The assessment tool is designed to mirror the language used to demonstrate the competency in a specific context
  3. Clear instructions (spoken or written) are prepared including any adjustments which may be made to address the characteristics of the person(s) being assessed
  4. The assessment tool is checked to ensure flexible, fair, safe and cost-effective assessment to occur
An assessment tool is developed to gather valid, reliable and sufficient evidence for a specific assessment context

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The assessment tool is designed to mirror the language used to demonstrate the competency in a specific context

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Clear instructions (spoken or written) are prepared including any adjustments which may be made to address the characteristics of the person(s) being assessed

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The assessment tool is checked to ensure flexible, fair, safe and cost-effective assessment to occur

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Trial assessment procedure

  1. Assessment methods and tools are trialed with an appropriate sample of people to be assessed
  2. Evaluation of the methods and tools used in the trial provides evidence of clarity, reliability, validity, fairness, cost effectiveness and ease of administration
  3. Appropriate adjustments are made to improve the assessment method and tools in light of the trial
  4. Assessment procedures, including evidence requirements, assessment methods and tools, are ratified with appropriate personnel in the industry/enterprise and/or training organisation where applicable
Assessment methods and tools are trialed with an appropriate sample of people to be assessed

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Evaluation of the methods and tools used in the trial provides evidence of clarity, reliability, validity, fairness, cost effectiveness and ease of administration

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Appropriate adjustments are made to improve the assessment method and tools in light of the trial

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Assessment procedures, including evidence requirements, assessment methods and tools, are ratified with appropriate personnel in the industry/enterprise and/or training organisation where applicable

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Assessed

Teacher: ___________________________________ Date: _________

Signature: ________________________________________________

Comments:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Instructions to Assessors

Evidence Guide

Critical aspects of evidence

Assessment requires evidence of the following products to be collected:

Documentation in relation to:

specific assessment context, including the purpose of assessment

features of the assessment system

characteristics of the person being assessed

evidence of competency required

plan of opportunities for gathering the evidence required

assessment methods selected including any allowable adjustments to meet characteristics of person(s) being assessed

An assessment tool(s) for the specific assessment context which ensures valid, reliable, flexible and fair assessment including any allowable adjustments.

An assessment procedure for the specific context.

Assessment requires evidence of the following processes to be provided:

How the context of assessment was specified

How the characteristics of the person(s) being assessed were identified

Why a particular assessment method was selected

How the assessment was planned to ensure that language, literacy and numeracy issues were taken into consideration

How evidence was evaluated in terms of validity, authenticity, sufficiency, currency and consistent achievement of the specified standard

How the assessment tool was developed for the specified context

How the assessment tool was validated and ratified by appropriate personnel.

Interdependent assessment of units

This unit of competency may be assessed in conjunction with other units that form part of a job role.

Required knowledge and skills

Knowledge of standards of performance including industry or enterprise competency standards and assessment guidelines

Knowledge of legal and ethical responsibilities including occupational health and safety regulations and procedures, equal employment and anti-discrimination requirements relevant to the specified context

Understanding of the assessment principles of reliability, validity, fairness, flexibility, authenticity, sufficiency and consistency

Knowledge of the Assessment Guidelines of the Training Package Assessment and Workplace Training

Skills in the application of various assessment methods, relevant to workplace context

Planning of own work including predicting consequences and identifying improvements

Language, literacy and numeracy skills required to:

read and interpret relevant information to plan assessment

give clear and precise information / instructions in spoken or written form

adjust spoken and written language to suit target audience

write assessment tools using language which mirrors the language used to demonstrate the competency in the specific context

prepare required documentation using clear and comprehensible language and layout

calculate and estimate costs

Communication skills appropriate to the culture of the workplace and the individual(s).

Resource implications

Access to relevant competencies, sources of information on assessment methods, assessment tools and assessment procedures

Access to person(s) wishing to be assessed, any relevant workplace equipment, information and appropriate personnel.

Consistency in performance

Competency in this unit needs to be assessed over a period of time, in a range of contexts and on multiple occasions, involving a combination of direct, indirect and supplementary forms of evidence.

Context for assessment

Assessment should occur on the job or in a simulated workplace. The candidate assessor should use competencies relevant to their area of technical expertise.

Critical aspects of evidence

Assessment requires evidence of the following products to be collected:

Documentation in relation to:

specific assessment context, including the purpose of assessment

features of the assessment system

characteristics of the person being assessed

evidence of competency required

plan of opportunities for gathering the evidence required

assessment methods selected including any allowable adjustments to meet characteristics of person(s) being assessed

An assessment tool(s) for the specific assessment context which ensures valid, reliable, flexible and fair assessment including any allowable adjustments.

An assessment procedure for the specific context.

Assessment requires evidence of the following processes to be provided:

How the context of assessment was specified

How the characteristics of the person(s) being assessed were identified

Why a particular assessment method was selected

How the assessment was planned to ensure that language, literacy and numeracy issues were taken into consideration

How evidence was evaluated in terms of validity, authenticity, sufficiency, currency and consistent achievement of the specified standard

How the assessment tool was developed for the specified context

How the assessment tool was validated and ratified by appropriate personnel.

Interdependent assessment of units

This unit of competency may be assessed in conjunction with other units that form part of a job role.

Required knowledge and skills

Knowledge of standards of performance including industry or enterprise competency standards and assessment guidelines

Knowledge of legal and ethical responsibilities including occupational health and safety regulations and procedures, equal employment and anti-discrimination requirements relevant to the specified context

Understanding of the assessment principles of reliability, validity, fairness, flexibility, authenticity, sufficiency and consistency

Knowledge of the Assessment Guidelines of the Training Package Assessment and Workplace Training

Skills in the application of various assessment methods, relevant to workplace context

Planning of own work including predicting consequences and identifying improvements

Language, literacy and numeracy skills required to:

read and interpret relevant information to plan assessment

give clear and precise information / instructions in spoken or written form

adjust spoken and written language to suit target audience

write assessment tools using language which mirrors the language used to demonstrate the competency in the specific context

prepare required documentation using clear and comprehensible language and layout

calculate and estimate costs

Communication skills appropriate to the culture of the workplace and the individual(s).

Resource implications

Access to relevant competencies, sources of information on assessment methods, assessment tools and assessment procedures

Access to person(s) wishing to be assessed, any relevant workplace equipment, information and appropriate personnel.

Consistency in performance

Competency in this unit needs to be assessed over a period of time, in a range of contexts and on multiple occasions, involving a combination of direct, indirect and supplementary forms of evidence.

Context for assessment

Assessment should occur on the job or in a simulated workplace. The candidate assessor should use competencies relevant to their area of technical expertise.

Required Skills and Knowledge

Not applicable.

Range Statement

Assessment system may be developed by:

the industry through the endorsed component of Training Packages Assessment Guidelines

the enterprise

a Registered Training Organisation

a combination of the above.

The assessment system should specify the following:

the purpose of assessment

competencies required of assessors

record keeping procedures and policies

any allowable adjustments to the assessment method which may be made

the appeal/review mechanisms and procedures

the review and evaluation of the assessment process

the linkages between assessment and training qualifications/awards

employee classification

remuneration

progression

relevant policies

quality assurance mechanisms

apportionment of costs/fees (if applicable)

marketing/promotion of assessment

verification arrangements

auspicing arrangements, if applicable

partnership arrangements, if applicable.

Specific assessment context may be determined by:

purpose of the assessment such as

to gain a particular qualification or a licence

to determine employee classification

to recognise prior learning/current competencies

to identify training needs or progress.

location of the assessment such as:

on the job or off the job

combination of both.

Assessment Guidelines of Training Package or other assessment requirements

Characteristics of persons being assessed may include:

language, literacy and numeracy needs

cultural, language and educational background

gender

physical ability

level of confidence, nervousness or anxiety

age

experience in training and assessment

previous experience with the topic.

Appropriate Personnel many include:

Assessors

person(s) being assessed

employee/union representatives

consultative committees

users of assessment information such as training providers, employers, human resource departments

State/Territory Training/Recognition Authorities

training and assessment coordinators

relevant managers/supervisors team leaders

technical specialists.

Appropriate procedure:

The assessment procedure is developed (and endorsed) by person(s) responsible for the implementation of the assessment process in:

the industry

the enterprise

the training organisation

a combination of the above.

The assessment procedure should specify the following:

recording procedure

appeal/review mechanism

assessment methods to be used

instructions/materials to be provided to the person(s) being assessed

criteria for making decisions of competent, or not yet competent

number of assessors

assessment tools

evidence required

location of assessment

timing of assessment

assessment group size

allowable adjustments to the assessment procedure depending on the characteristics of the person being assessed.

Assessment methods may include:

direct observation of performance, products, practical tasks, projects and simulation exercises

review of log books/or and portfolios of evidence

consideration of third party reports and authenticated prior achievements

written, oral or computer managed questioning

These methods may be used in combination in order to provide sufficient evidence to make a judgement.

Assessment tools may include:

specific instructions to be given relating to the performance of practical tasks or processes or simulation exercises

specific instructions to be given in relation to the production of projects and exercises

sets of verbal/written/computer based questions to be asked

performance checklists

log books

descriptions of competent performance.

A number of these tools may be used in combination in order to provide enough evidence to make judgments.

Assessment environment and resources to be considered include:

time

location

personnel

finances/costs

equipment

materials

OHS requirements

enterprise/industry standard operating procedures.

Allowable adjustments may include:

provision of personal support services (eg Auslan interpreter, reader, interpreter, attendant carer, scribe)

use of adaptive technology or special equipment (eg word processor or lifting gear)

design of shorter assessment sessions to allow for fatigue or medication

use of large print version of any papers.

Assessment system may be developed by:

the industry through the endorsed component of Training Packages Assessment Guidelines

the enterprise

a Registered Training Organisation

a combination of the above.

The assessment system should specify the following:

the purpose of assessment

competencies required of assessors

record keeping procedures and policies

any allowable adjustments to the assessment method which may be made

the appeal/review mechanisms and procedures

the review and evaluation of the assessment process

the linkages between assessment and training qualifications/awards

employee classification

remuneration

progression

relevant policies

quality assurance mechanisms

apportionment of costs/fees (if applicable)

marketing/promotion of assessment

verification arrangements

auspicing arrangements, if applicable

partnership arrangements, if applicable.

Specific assessment context may be determined by:

purpose of the assessment such as

to gain a particular qualification or a licence

to determine employee classification

to recognise prior learning/current competencies

to identify training needs or progress.

location of the assessment such as:

on the job or off the job

combination of both.

Assessment Guidelines of Training Package or other assessment requirements

Characteristics of persons being assessed may include:

language, literacy and numeracy needs

cultural, language and educational background

gender

physical ability

level of confidence, nervousness or anxiety

age

experience in training and assessment

previous experience with the topic.

Appropriate Personnel many include:

Assessors

person(s) being assessed

employee/union representatives

consultative committees

users of assessment information such as training providers, employers, human resource departments

State/Territory Training/Recognition Authorities

training and assessment coordinators

relevant managers/supervisors team leaders

technical specialists.

Appropriate procedure:

The assessment procedure is developed (and endorsed) by person(s) responsible for the implementation of the assessment process in:

the industry

the enterprise

the training organisation

a combination of the above.

The assessment procedure should specify the following:

recording procedure

appeal/review mechanism

assessment methods to be used

instructions/materials to be provided to the person(s) being assessed

criteria for making decisions of competent, or not yet competent

number of assessors

assessment tools

evidence required

location of assessment

timing of assessment

assessment group size

allowable adjustments to the assessment procedure depending on the characteristics of the person being assessed.

Assessment methods may include:

direct observation of performance, products, practical tasks, projects and simulation exercises

review of log books/or and portfolios of evidence

consideration of third party reports and authenticated prior achievements

written, oral or computer managed questioning

These methods may be used in combination in order to provide sufficient evidence to make a judgement.

Assessment tools may include:

specific instructions to be given relating to the performance of practical tasks or processes or simulation exercises

specific instructions to be given in relation to the production of projects and exercises

sets of verbal/written/computer based questions to be asked

performance checklists

log books

descriptions of competent performance.

A number of these tools may be used in combination in order to provide enough evidence to make judgments.

Assessment environment and resources to be considered include:

time

location

personnel

finances/costs

equipment

materials

OHS requirements

enterprise/industry standard operating procedures.

Allowable adjustments may include:

provision of personal support services (eg Auslan interpreter, reader, interpreter, attendant carer, scribe)

use of adaptive technology or special equipment (eg word processor or lifting gear)

design of shorter assessment sessions to allow for fatigue or medication

use of large print version of any papers.