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

Assessment processes and techniques must be culturally appropriate and appropriate to the language, literacy and numeracy capacity of the candidate and the work being performed.

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

Assessors must be satisfied that the candidate can competently and consistently:

plan the fabrication and installation of insect and security screens

interpret work order/job instruction and locate and apply relevant information to fabricate and install insect and security screens

apply safe handling requirements for equipment, products and materials, including use of personal protective equipment

follow work instructions, operating procedures and inspection practices to:

minimise the risk of injury to self and others

prevent damage to goods, equipment and products

maintain required product quality

as a minimum:

measure for security windows and doors

identify and select product materials used within the industry/workplace

fabricate frame and components, including optimisation of materials, cutting, tooling, drilling and/or crimping to ensure compliance to Australian Standards

identify, select and install component hardware, including wheels, hinges, guides and locks

assemble frames and/or grills to comply with Australian Standard requirements

calculate the cost of security screens and doors

work effectively with others.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

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

aluminium or other framing material

aluminium or other sheeting

fittings, fixing and fasteners

workplace operating procedures

personal protective equipment

an appropriate work area.

Method of assessment

Assessment must satisfy the endorsed Assessment Guidelines of the LMF02 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 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

Required skills include:

collecting, organising and understanding information related to work orders, basic plans and safety procedures

using communication skills to the level required to confirm work requirements and specifications; communicate effectively regarding work requirements with supervisors, other workers and customers; report work outcomes and problems; and relate to people from a range of social, cultural and ethnic backgrounds, and of varying physical and mental abilities

using literacy skills to the level required to understand information related to work orders, including common industry terminology, plans and safety procedures; prepare reports; and interpret technical information and specifications

planning and organising activities, including the preparation and layout of the work area, and the obtaining of equipment and materials to avoid any backtracking, workflow interruptions or wastage

working with others and in a team by recognising dependencies and using cooperative approaches to optimise workflow and productivity

using mathematical ideas and techniques to correctly complete measurements, calculate work requirements, and optimise material sizes for economical cutting and assembling of required materials

using pre-checking and inspection techniques to plan work, and avoid re-working and wastage

using workplace technology related to the fabrication and installation of insect and security screens

applying fixing techniques and procedures relating to the correct installation security screens, doors and window grills

applying current Australian Standards and type testing procedures

modifying activities to cater for variations in workplace contexts and environment

Required knowledge includes:

workflow requirements in relation to the fabrication and installation of insect and security screens

characteristics of materials used and uses of products produced

workplace safety system requirements related to fabricating and installing insect and security screens

correct identification of equipment, processes and procedures

relevant Australian Standards

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.

Insect and security screens may include:

fixed

sliding and emergency exit grills to suit various commercial and domestic window types

sliding and hinged door applications

Personal protective equipment includes:

that prescribed under legislation, regulation and Australian Standard policies and practices, and may include:

gauntlets

gloves

safety glasses

safety footwear

hard hats

aprons and overalls

Materials are to include, but are not limited to:

extruded door framing

corner stakes

interlocks

fly mesh

security mesh

fittings and fixing/fasteners and anti-jemmy protection hardware

Fittings include:

hinges

wheels

lock mechanisms that comply with Australian Standards

door closures and lock guards

Tools and equipment may include:

assembly benches

drop and up-cut saws

pneumatic and manual presses

stamping and notching tools

copy routers

end millers

crimpers

electric and pneumatic powered drills and screwdrivers

pop rivet guns

fly screen spline rollers

soft rubber mallets

knives

bolt cutters or mechanical shears

Workplace procedures include:

workplace procedures relating to the fabrication and installation of insect screens and security doors and windows

equipment or tool manufacturer specifications and operational procedures

work instructions, including job sheets, plans, drawings and designs

safety standards, including personal protective equipment, OHS regulations and enterprise requirements

Australian Standards