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 relevant Training Package.

Overview of assessment

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

Effectively construct a prototype or sample in accordance with the design brief and concept sketches and drawings

Effectively apply design elements and principles to develop a prototype

Effectively produce a prototype in accordance with a the design brief

Comply with legislation, regulations, standards, codes of practice and established safe practices and procedures for constructing a prototype or sample

Communicate effectively and work safely with others in the work area

Context of, and specific resources for assessment

The application of competency is to be assessed in the workplace or simulated workplace

Assessment is to occur under standard and authorised work practices, safety requirements and environmental constraints

Assessment of essential underpinning knowledge, other than confirmatory questions, will usually be conducted in an off-site context

Assessment is to comply with relevant regulatory or Australian Standards requirements

The following resources should be made available:

workplace location or simulated workplace

materials and equipment relevant to constructing a prototype or sample

specifications and work instructions

Method of assessment

Assessment must satisfy the endorsed assessment guidelines of the Furnishing Industry Training Package

Assessment methods must confirm consistency and accuracy of performance (over time and in a range of workplace relevant contexts) together with application of underpinning knowledge

Assessment methods must be by direct observation of tasks and include questioning on underpinning knowledge to ensure its correct interpretation and application

Assessment may be applied under project related conditions (real or simulated) and require evidence of process

Assessment must confirm a reasonable inference that competency is able not only to be satisfied under the particular circumstance, but is able to be transferred to other circumstances

Assessment may be in conjunction with assessment of other units of competency

Guidance information for assessment

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

Required skills

collect, organise and understand information related to work orders, basic plans and safety procedures

communicate ideas and information to enable confirmation of work requirements and specifications, coordination of work with site supervisor, other workers and customers, and the reporting of work outcomes and problems

work with others and in a team by recognising dependencies and using cooperative approaches to optimise work flow and productivity

use pre-checking and inspection techniques to anticipate custom furniture jointing problems to avoid re-work and wastage

recognise and respond to circumstances outside instructions or personal competence

plan and organise activities including the preparation and layout of the worksite and the obtaining of tools and materials to avoid any back tracking, work flow interruptions or wastage

use mathematical ideas and techniques to correctly complete measurements, calculate area and estimate other material requirements

clarify and confirm work instructions

plan work within given task parameters

accept responsibility for given tasks

set, monitor and satisfy personal work goals

satisfy the competency requirements for the job

maintain current knowledge of jointing tools and materials

maintain current knowledge of precision timber jointing techniques

seek learning opportunities

use the workplace technology related to the selection, preparation, operation and maintenance of hand and power tools including calculators and measuring devices

apply knowledge of timber technology to optimise the selection and use of timber varieties.

Required knowledge

State or Territory OHS legislation, regulations, standards and codes of practice relevant to the full range of processes for the construction of prototypes and samples

organisational and site standards, requirements, policies and procedures for constructing prototypes and samples

environmental protection requirements

established communication channels and protocols

problem identification and resolution

elements and principles of design

ergonomics and aesthetic values

types of tools and equipment and procedures for their safe use, operation and maintenance

characteristics of materials, products and defects

set up and operation of equipment

computer programs

product assembly techniques

sketching and drawing

storage systems and labelling

procedures for the recording, reporting and maintenance of workplace records and information

appropriate mathematical procedures for estimation and measurement.

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 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 of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts.

OHS requirements

are to be in accordance with Commonwealth, State or Territory legislation and regulations, organisational safety policies and procedures

requirements may include but not be limited to the use of personal protective equipment and clothing, fire fighting equipment, first aid equipment, hazard and risk control and elimination of hazardous materials and substances, manual handling including lifting and carrying

Legislative requirements

are to be in accordance with applicable legislation from all levels of government that affect organisational operation

requirements may include but not be limited to award and enterprise agreements, industrial relations, Australian Standards, confidentiality and privacy, OHS, the environment, equal opportunity, anti-discrimination, relevant industry codes of practice, duty of care and heritage

Organisational requirements

may include but not be limited to legal, organisational and site guidelines, policies and procedures relating to own role and responsibility, quality assurance, procedural manuals, quality and continuous improvement processes and standards, OHS, emergency and evacuation, ethical standards, recording and reporting, access and equity principles and practices, equipment use, maintenance and storage, environmental management (waste disposal, recycling and re-use guidelines)

Design brief

is to include the aims, objectives, milestones for the design project, the point of reference for everyone, elements and principles of design and may include organisational or personal profiles, aims, target audience, budget, timeline, consultation requirements, colour requirements, image requirements and function

Appropriate personnel

may include but not be limited to trainers, supervisors, suppliers, clients, colleagues and managers

Material

may include but not be limited to scrap timber, man-made timber products, plastic, metal, alloys, stones, glass, textiles, fibreglass, foam, cardboard, paper products or any other manipulable substance

Storage locations

may include but not be limited to storage racks, storage bays, bins, stacks, pallet boxes, modularised storage components, temporary stacking bays (stand, frame or ground) and may be divided into standard product classification, product designation, size, dimension, stack number, weight, grade, shelf life or stock rotation position

Equipment

may include but not be limited to static machinery, portable power tools and computer numerically controlled equipment

is to include procedures for lock out protecting operators and co-workers from accidental injury by isolating the machine from the power source

Communication

may include verbal and non-verbal language, constructive feedback, active listening, questioning to clarify and confirm understanding, use of positive, confident and cooperative language, use of language and concepts appropriate to individual social and cultural differences, control of tone of voice and body language

Manufacturing process

may include but not be limited to the methods by which the product will be produced, these steps usually entail working from working drawings and specifications, producing components utilising machine operations, assembly of the components and finishing techniques

Components

may include but not be limited to the parts which make up the whole of a product. Each component is often requires some level of machining to result in the desire part

Assembly process

may include but not be limited to nailing, gluing, screwing, welding, pressing, sewing, bonding, jointing or connecting various materials

Sketches

may include but not be limited to hand drawn images or ideation drawings completed freehand

Freehand development drawings

may include isometric, oblique, perspective, orthographic or elevation drawings which explode the parts of the concept sketches and include rough sizes, scale, tones and values

Prototype or sample

is usually a full size replica of the intended product outcome based on concept sketches and freehand development drawings, these are usually produced from stiff cardboard, scrap timber or possibly even moulding clay

Specifications

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

Functionality

is to include the purpose intended for the product in relationship to the design brief

Elements of design

may include but not be limited to line, shape, form (geometric or organic), texture, colour, and function

Principles of design

may include but not be limited to balance, proportion (symmetry, asymmetry), harmony, contrast, pattern, movement, rhythm, unity, style, focus, scale, dominant, sub dominant or subordinate relationship, emphasis, proximity, alignment, space, anthropometry, ergonomics, arrangement, workload, materials handling capacity, skills, control, equipment capabilities, aesthetic relations, tension and development methods

Modifications

may include but not be limited to alterations to the original prototype concept to achieve better balance, proportion or aesthetic value

Records and reports

may include but not be limited to the design and production method, product type, size, inspection and labelling outcomes, storage locations, quality outcomes, hazards, incidents or equipment malfunctions