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:

read and interpret work/job specifications

identify and interpret heritage legislation as it applies to leadlight and stained glass panels

identify historical leadlight and stained glass panel construction methods

identify framing, structural and construction techniques relevant to leadlight and stained glass panels

identify removal methodologies

remove a heritage leadlight and stained glass installation and store it to meet conservation requirements

comply with legislation, regulations, standards, codes of practice and established safe practices and procedures for the removal of heritage leadlight and stained glass panels

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 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 Standard requirements.

The following resources should be made available:

workplace location or simulated workplace

materials and equipment relevant to the removal of heritage leadlight and stained glass panels to meet conservation requirements

specifications and work instructions.

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 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

Required skills include:

collecting, organising and understanding materials technology and information related to heritage leadlight and stained glass

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

maintaining quality records related to heritage leadlight and stained glass

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

identifying, anticipating and responding to faults in heritage leadlight and stained glass

recognising and responding to circumstances outside instructions or personal competence

planning and organising 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

using mathematical ideas and techniques to correctly complete measurements, calculate area and volume, and estimate work and material requirements

clarifying and confirming work instructions

planning own work within the given task parameters

accepting responsibility for given tasks

setting, monitoring and satisfying personal work goals

maintaining current knowledge of tools and materials

maintaining current knowledge of heritage leadlight and stained glass

seeking learning opportunities

using workplace technology related to the removal of heritage leadlight and stained glass components, including computers, measuring devices and recording systems

Required knowledge includes:

state or territory OHS legislation, regulations, standards and codes of practice relevant to the full range of processes for leadlight and stained glass operations

leadlight and stained glass panels construction and repair terminology and techniques

the principles and guidelines of the Burra Charter, the Australia International Council on Monuments and Sites (ICOMOS) Charter for Places of Cultural Significance

organisational and site standards, requirements, policies and procedures for the removal of heritage leadlight and stained glass panels

types of glass and other materials, historically used in the leadlight and stained glass industry, their characteristics, properties, uses and limitations

heritage requirements specific to leadlight and stained glass

engineering aspects of supporting leadlight and stained glass panels during the removal process

established communication channels and protocols

problem identification and resolution for heritage leadlight and stained glass

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, 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.

OHS requirementsare to be in accordance with:

Commonwealth, state or territory legislation and regulations, organisational safety policies and procedures. Requirements may include, but are not 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 requirementsare to be in accordance with:

applicable legislation from all levels of government that affect organisational operation. Requirements may include, but are not limited to:

award and enterprise agreements

industrial relations

Australian Standards

confidentiality and privacy

OHS requirements

the environment

equal opportunity

anti-discrimination

relevant industry codes of practice

duty of care and heritage

Organisational requirements may include, but are not 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 procedures

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 reuse guidelines)

Appropriate personnel may include, but are not limited to:

clients

architects

engineers

construction supervisors

members of heritage committees

government agencies

other specialist artisans, such as stonemasons

Removal outcomes may include, but are not limited to:

the requirement to dismantle, move and store leadlight or stained glass panels prior to any conservation work being undertaken

Tools and equipment may include:

work benches

ladders and scaffolding

cameras

magnifying glasses

lights

cranes

forklifts

general hand tools

Supporting frames may include:

wooden or metal frames that support the leadlight and stained glass panels during the removal process

Storage materials may include:

boxes

frames, crates and other materials used to store and protect the leadlight and stained glass panel following removal and while being transported

Plans and other documentsmay include:

original architectural plans

original drawings, cartoons, cut lines of the glass panel

historical photographs, charcoal rubbings and sketches

Removal is the requirement to:

dismantle the panel without further damage as it is being removed

Removal reportwould be in a format required by:

the client or other bodies and may include such aspects as:

the extent of any damage to the surrounding building or fixture

any damage to the panel

any recommendations as to future requirements