Verify complex measuring instruments

Formats and tools

Unit Description
Reconstruct the unit from the xml and display it as an HTML page.
Assessment Tool
an assessor resource that builds a framework for writing an assessment tool
Assessment Template
generate a spreadsheet for marking this unit in a classroom environment. Put student names in the top row and check them off as they demonstrate competenece for each of the unit's elements and performance criteria.
Assessment Matrix
a slightly different format than the assessment template. A spreadsheet with unit names, elements and performance criteria in separate columns. Put assessment names in column headings to track which performance criteria each one covers. Good for ensuring that you've covered every one of the performance criteria with your assessment instrument (all assessement tools together).
Wiki Markup
mark up the unit in a wiki markup codes, ready to copy and paste into a wiki page. The output will work in most wikis but is designed to work particularly well as a Wikiversity learning project.
Evidence Guide
create an evidence guide for workplace assessment and RPL applicants
Competency Mapping Template
Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners. A template for developing assessments for a unit, which will help you to create valid, fair and reliable assessments for the unit, ready to give to trainers and students
Observation Checklist
create an observation checklist for workplace assessment and RPL applicants. This is similar to the evidence guide above, but a little shorter and friendlier on your printer. You will also need to create a seperate Assessor Marking Guide for guidelines on gathering evidence and a list of key points for each activity observed using the unit's range statement, required skills and evidence required (see the unit's html page for details)

Self Assessment Survey
A form for students to assess thier current skill levels against each of the unit's performance criteria. Cut and paste into a web document or print and distribute in hard copy.
Moodle Outcomes
Create a csv file of the unit's performance criteria to import into a moodle course as outcomes, ready to associate with each of your assignments. Here's a quick 'how to' for importing these into moodle 2.x
Registered Training Organisations
Trying to find someone to train or assess you? This link lists all the RTOs that are currently registered to deliver MSMTMVER501, 'Verify complex measuring instruments'.
Google Links
links to google searches, with filtering in place to maximise the usefulness of the returned results
Books
Reference books for 'Verify complex measuring instruments' on fishpond.com.au. This online store has a huge range of books, pretty reasonable prices, free delivery in Australia *and* they give a small commission to ntisthis.com for every purchase, so go nuts :)


Elements and Performance Criteria

Elements describe the essential outcomes

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element

1

Prepare for verification

1.1

Identify and evaluate the type of instrument to be verified

1.2

Access and correctly interpret documentation required for the verification

1.3

Identify and access test equipment, products and consumables required for the verification

1.4

Ensure specified test equipment is fit for purpose in accordance with applicable legislation and organisational procedures

1.5

Store and transport test equipment in accordance with organisational procedures and industry best practice

1.6

Develop a verification strategy to maximise resources and minimise time to complete the instrument verification

2

Liaise with the trader to schedule complex tests

2.1

Discuss testing arrangements with site controller where applicable

2.2

Identify relevant local workplace, health and safety issues and implement appropriate control strategies

2.3

Discuss the verification strategy with the trader to minimise its impact on the trader's normal operations

2.4

Arrange site clearances and suitable scheduling for tests

2.5

Negotiate access to trader's equipment, materials and support personnel required for testing to be available on site

2.6

Arrange for any equipment to be provided by the trader, if required, by the National Instrument Test Procedure

3

Initiate verification

3.1

Identify the site controller and explain/review the purpose of the verification

3.2

Review verification strategy to ensure there is minimal disruption to the public and/or trader

3.3

Communicate verification strategy to personnel supporting the verification

3.4

Identify locations for product return or disposal, if applicable

3.5

Evaluate the impacts of the operating environment on the instrument performance or test results and implement corrective actions as necessary

3.6

Identify operational factors impacting on instrument performance or test result and implement corrective actions as necessary

4

Evaluate complex measuring instrument performance

4.1

Identify the maximum permissible errors for the instrument from the legislative requirements

4.2

Manage and review resources to maintain verification timelines

4.3

Provide effective communication to ensure relevant personnel are informed of variations to the verification strategy and verification progress

4.4

Check instrument for compliance with the appropriate Certificates of Approval

4.5

Test the instrument in accordance with relevant National Instrument Test Procedures and appropriate National Measurement Institute (NMI) policy

5

Analyse verification results

5.1

Perform specified calculations to determine a performance result for the instrument with appropriate accuracy, precision and significant figures

5.2

Use graphical and statistical analysis to determine unknowns as necessary

5.3

Ensure calculations are consistent with estimations and reasonable expectations

5.4

Evaluate results against prescribed performance criteria and determine if the instrument is suitable for trade use in accordance with legislative requirements

6

Report verification results

6.1

Display the verification result on the instrument in accordance with legislative requirements

6.2

Use test reports to present verification results in the required format

6.3

Complete verification documentation in accordance with legislative requirements and organisational procedures

6.4

Communicate results within the specified time and in accordance with organisational guidelines

7

Model and encourage compliance with statutory requirements

7.1

Apply organisation’s quality procedures and practices to meet servicing licensee’s legislative obligations

7.2

Clarify any issues about verifier obligations with their servicing licensee and/or licensing administering authority as they arise

7.3

Review work and seek feedback from others to confirm continuing compliance with legislative requirements

7.4

Identify implications of non-compliance with legislative requirements

7.5

Identify inadequacies in trader’s use of instruments which may contribute to non-compliance with national measurement legislation

7.6

Explain inadequacies and possible remedial actions to trader

7.7

Respect the rights of the trader at all times

8

Maintain statutory records

8.1

Keep accurate and complete records in accordance with servicing licensee’s legislative requirements

8.2

Ensure authorisation, training and relevant licences are current in accordance with organisational and servicing licensee’s legislative requirements

8.3

Inform the licensing administering authority of changes to personal information as required by statute