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 research and recommend at least three alternative manufacturing processes to assist with informing the design process and arrive at a solution which meets client requirements

Effectively apply design elements and principles to the research and recommendation of alternative manufacturing processes

Effectively research and recommend alternative manufacturing processes in accordance with the concepts and design brief

Comply with legislation, regulations, standards, codes of practice and established safe practices and procedures for researching and recommending alternative manufacturing processes

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 researching and recommending alternative manufacturing processes

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

accurately recording and maintaining information relating to the furniture making and design functions

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 ensure the tools are serviceable and ready to use

recognise and respond to circumstances outside instructions or personal competence

efficiently and safely contribute to innovative design process

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

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

clarify and confirm work instructions

plan own work within the given task parameters

accept responsibility for given tasks

set, monitor and satisfy personal work goals

satisfy the competency requirements for the job

learning of thinking, problem solving and conceptual techniques

maintain current knowledge of tools and materials

maintain current knowledge of furniture making and designing techniques

seek learning opportunities

use the workplace technology related to the use of tools, including calculators, measuring and recording devices.

Required knowledge

State or Territory OHS legislation, regulations, standards and codes of practice relevant to researching and recommending alternative manufacturing processes

organisational and site standards, requirements, policies and procedures for researching and recommending alternative manufacturing processes

environmental protection requirements

established communication channels and protocols

problem identification and resolution

elements and principles of design

aesthetic values

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

characteristics of materials, products and defects

computer programs

research techniques

alternative manufacturing processes

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

may include but not be limited to 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

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

Clients

may include but not be limited to suppliers, manufacturers, private clients, colleagues, retailers or the public

Aesthetics

are to include the consideration of appeal to a large number of people; products are pleasing to the eye of many who view it

Alternative manufacturing process

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

Environmental impact

is to include but not be limited to how the use of alternative manufacturing processes effects the environment and how continued use will affect the surrounding environment, energy consumption, greenhouse gases created, waste levels and resource utilisation. Similarly what impact will be felt by reducing or stopping use of the alternative manufacturing processes

Hazards

may include but not be limited to high speed machinery, open cutting blades, threat from electric shock, materials handling incidents, toxic substances and gases

Critical analysis

may include but not be limited to comparing, contrasting, reflecting, critiquing, considering merit, discussion and debate

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