Unit of competency Outline

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Conduct workplace assessment

Conduct workplace assessment

Unit of competency
National Code
MEM17002B
State Code
W5551
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
16/03/2012
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
27/08/2014
Field of Education
070199 - Teacher Education, N.e.c.
Original Release Date
27/08/2014
Nominal Hours
18
Description
This unit covers identifying, planning and carrying out assessment; recording the results; and reviewing the procedure. Methods of assessment may include observation, documentation, demonstration, projects, oral tests, computer based assessment, written tests, etc.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Identify and plan assessment requirements
  • 1.1. Area and purpose of assessment are identified in consultation with appropriate personnel and person/s being assessed.
  • 1.2. Appropriate competency standard/s and assessment guides are identified and selected as required.
  • 1.3. Evidence required to establish competency is determined according to industry and enterprise assessment procedure.
  • 1.4. Evidence required and assessment arrangements are discussed and confirmed in an appropriate way with person being assessed.
2. Carry out assessment
  • 2.1. Agreed assessment procedure is implemented in a manner, time and location to maximise active participation from assessment candidate/s.
  • 2.2. Evidence consistent with the agreed assessment procedure is gathered using appropriate and specified methods and tools, and is documented according to agreed industry or site procedures.
  • 2.3. Evaluation and assessment decisions are made according to agreed assessment procedures.
  • 2.4. Clear and appropriate feedback is provided to person/s assessed.
  • 2.5. Advice is provided to assessment candidate/s on training needs, appeal mechanisms, as appropriate.
3. Record results and review the procedure
  • 3.1. Assessment results are recorded according to industry or site procedures.
  • 3.2. Records are kept/stored in a manner appropriate to maintenance of confidentiality and safety.
  • 3.3. Assessment procedure are reviewed in cooperation with person being assessed and revised, if appropriate.
RANGE STATEMENT
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.
Purpose of assessment
Recognition of prior learning, determination of award classification level or identification of training needed
Evidence required
Should address task skills, task management, contingency management application
Assessment procedure
Observation, documentation, demonstration, projects, oral tests, computer based assessment, written tests
Appropriate and specified methods and tools
Should address issues such as clarity, reliability, validity of results, fairness in assessment application, and cost effectiveness of process
EVIDENCE GUIDE
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
A person who demonstrates competency in this unit must be able to conduct workplace assessment.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Assessors must be satisfied that the candidate can competently and consistently perform all elements of the unit as specified by the criteria, including required knowledge, and be capable of applying the competency in new and different situations and contexts.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
This unit may be assessed on the job, off the job or a combination of both on and off the job. Where assessment occurs off the job, that is the candidate is not in productive work, then an appropriate simulation must be used where the range of conditions reflects realistic workplace situations. The competencies covered by this unit would be demonstrated by an individual working alone or as part of a team. The assessment environment should not disadvantage the candidate.
This unit could be assessed in conjunction with any other units addressing the safety, quality, communication, materials handling, recording and reporting associated with conducting workplace assessment or other units requiring the exercise of the skills and knowledge covered by this unit.
Method of assessment
Assessors should gather a range of evidence that is valid, sufficient, current and authentic. Evidence can be gathered through a variety of ways including direct observation, supervisor's reports, project work, samples and questioning. Questioning techniques should not require language, literacy and numeracy skills beyond those required in this unit of competency. The candidate must have access to all tools, equipment, materials and documentation required. The candidate must be permitted to refer to any relevant workplace procedures, product and manufacturing specifications, codes, standards, manuals and reference materials.
Guidance information for assessment
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OAU94 MEM17002 Conduct workplace assessment Unit of competency