The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.

Overview of assessment

This unit of competency could be assessed in the workplace or simulated workplace setting. Assessment shall be while tasks are undertaken either individually or as part of a team under limited supervision.

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

A person should demonstrate the ability to profile stone for three different job specifications , providing evidence of the ability to:

comply with WHS requirements applicable to workplace operations

comply with organisational policies and procedures

select and use appropriate processes, tools and equipment to carry out tasks

apply organisational quality procedures and processes within the context

transfer critical dimensions and reference points to work accurately

develop required patterns, accurate to job details

accurately produce templates for job requirements

apply correct procedures with use of templates to set up machines and equipment with stone to carry out machining processes

adopt and use safe and effective procedures to cut and shape stone

carry out safe and effective operations with use of equipment and machines

complete profile work with accuracy of shape according to specifications

identify typical faults and problems that occur and take necessary action to rectify them

communicate with others to ensure safe and effective workplace operations.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment of this unit:

must be in the context of the work environment

may be conducted in an off-site context, provided it is realistic and sufficiently rigorous to cover all aspects of workplace performance, including task skills, task management skills, contingency management skills and job role environment skills

must meet relevant compliance requirements.

Resource implications for assessment may include:

construction materials relevant to proposed activity

documentation relevant to task

tools, plant and equipment appropriate to installation processes

work location for stone construction activity.

Method of assessment

Assessment for this unit must verify the practical application of the required skills and knowledge, using one or more of the following methods:

direct observation of tasks in real or simulated work conditions

questioning to confirm the ability to consistently identify and correctly interpret the essential underpinning knowledge required for practical application

review of relevant authenticated documentation from third parties, such as existing supervisors, team leaders or specialist training staff.

Guidance information for assessment

This unit could be assessed on its own or in combination with other units relevant to the job function.

Reasonable adjustments for people with disabilities must be made to assessment processes where required. This could include access to modified equipment and other physical resources, and the provision of appropriate assessment support.

Assessment processes and techniques should, as far as is practical, take into account the language, literacy and numeracy capacity of the candidate in relation to the competency being assessed.

Required skills

communication skills to:

enable clear and direct communication, using questioning to identify and confirm requirements, and share information

follow instructions

use and interpret non-verbal communication

use language and concepts appropriate to cultural differences

innovation skills to select appropriate tools and equipment, respond to workplace challenges and put ideas into action

numeracy skills to apply measurements and calculate material requirements

planning and organising skills to identify requirements, apply relevant resources and sequence tasks

problem-solving skills to recognise and take action to rectify minor faults and problems

reading skills to read and interpret drawings and specifications

teamwork skills to work with others to action tasks

Required knowledge

drawing conventions and construction terminology used in plans and specifications

job safety analyses (JSA) and safe work method statements

measuring and marking techniques relating to stonemasonry work

techniques for profiling stone

types and uses of templates for stonemasonry work

types of stone and their characteristics

workplace and equipment safety requirements.

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. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.

Information may include:

diagrams or sketches

instructions issued by authorised organisational or external personnel

memos

regulatory and legislative requirements for handling stone

current Australian standards relating to profiling stone

safe work procedures relating to handling stone

safety data sheets (SDS)

signage

verbal, written and graphical instructions, including manufacturer specifications and instructions where specified

work bulletins

work schedules, plans and specifications.

Planning and preparation may include:

assessing conditions and hazards

determining work requirements and safety plans and policies

identifying equipment defects

inspecting work sites.

Work health and safety requirements must comply with state and territory legislation and regulations and project safety plan and may include:

emergency procedures, including extinguishing fires, organisational first aid requirements, and evacuation procedures

hazard control

hazardous materials and substances

personal protective equipment (PPE) prescribed under legislation, regulations and workplace policies and practices

safe operating procedures, including operational risk assessment and treatments associated with:

concealed services (water, power and gas)

lighting

restricted access barriers

traffic control

work site visitors and the public

working at heights

working in confined spaces

working in proximity to others

use of firefighting equipment

use of tools and equipment

workplace environmental requirements and safety.

Tools and equipment may include:

carborundum cutters

clamps

cutting and grinding machines, including:

power grinders

portable machines

diamond cutters

dividers and wing compasses

jigs

measuring tapes and rules

power leads

scribers

squares

travelling arm saws.

Quality requirements may include:

internal organisational quality policy and standards

manufacturer specifications

relevant regulations, including Australian standards

workplace operations and procedures.

Environmental requirements may include:

clean-up management

dust and noise control

vibration management

waste management.

Statutory and regulatory authority includes:

federal, state and local authorities administering applicable Acts, regulations and codes of practice.

Type of stone may include:

igneous rock, including:

basalt (blue stone)

granite

marble

sandstone.

Template may be made of:

aluminium sheet

cardboard

plastic sheet

plywood

zincalume sheet.