Elements and Performance Criteria

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.
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)
Project brief
may include but not be limited to client needs and objectives, client aims and objectives and criteria for evaluation, milestones, organisational or personal profiles and aims, image requirements and function, target market, budget, timeline, consultation requirements and colour requirements
Client
may include but not be limited to suppliers, manufacturers, private clients, colleagues, retailers or the public
Parameters
may include but not be limited to scope of brief, approval to make changes, effect or feel trying to be achieved, functionality (short and long term), budget restrictions and established timelines
Resources
may include but not be limited to computers, computer software, design software, computer aided drafting (CAD) software, colour boards, storyboards, swatches, Pantone Matching System (PMS), journals (directions magazines), artistic equipment and products and model making equipment
Communication
may include but not be limited to 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
Aesthetics
may include but not be limited to the consideration of appeal to a large number of people; products are pleasing to the eye of many who view it
Styles
may include but not be limited to furniture designers and key figures such as Frank Lloyd Wright, Charles Eames and Antonio Gaudi
may include but not be limited to schools and movements, such as Bauhaus in Germany, Federal style in the United States, and Art Nouveau in Europe
may include but not be limited to periods and styles, such as the neo-classical Adams style, the simple lines of Art Deco, and the asymmetrical style of Rococo
may also include but not be limited to decorative details, such as rosettes, foots, hinges, and mouldings
Furniture
may include but not be limited to kitchen and bathroom furniture, family rooms, lounges, bedrooms, dining rooms, rumpus rooms, offices, reception areas, hallways, laundries, media rooms and entertainment rooms
Tactile
may include but not be that perceived by the sense of touch and producing the effect of three-dimensional depth
Properties
may include but not be limited to durability, level of fire retardancy, fibre make up, composition, textile use, material use, finishes, quality, environmental sustainability, ergonomics, flammability, maintenance requirements, wear and tear and construction methods
Materials
may include but not be limited to solid timber (native and imported), manufactured timber products, plastic, metal, alloys, stones, glass, textiles (wool, cotton, polyester, silk, nylon and blends), fibreglass, foam, cardboard, paper products or any other manipulable substance
Manufacturing process
may include but not be limited to the methods by which the product will 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
may include but not be limited to how the sourcing and use of materials effects the environment and how its continued use will effect the area the material was sourced from, energy consumption in processing the material, greenhouse gases created, waste levels and resource utilisation. Similarly what impact will be felt by reducing or stopping use of the material
Longevity and restorability
may include but not be limited to an analysis of how long the material is expected to maintain its structure and colour, while maintaining quality of aesthetic value and how readily the material can be repaired or replaced
Anthropometrics
may include but not be limited to the scientific study of the measurements of the human body
Ergonomics
may include but not be limited to the study of the efficiency of persons in their working environment
Accessories
may include but not be limited to trinkets, ceramics, trays, vases, carvings, baskets, pots, plants, candles, clocks, silverware, mirrors, frames, screens, floral displays, haberdashery, glassware, fireplace items, gifts, hand crafts, water features, photographs, pottery, personal items, statues, book ends, bowls and bottles
Sketches and drawings
may include but not be limited to hand drawn images or ideation drawings completed freehand, drafted technical drawings or drawings produced on computer using CAD software packages. These usually contain project specifications
Quality
may include but not be limited to an inspection system for ensuring that pre-determined quality standards are being met, highlighting non-conformances requiring intervention
Performance and characteristics
may include but not be limited to the assessment of products to determine if they meet the requirements of the intended end use application and how well they do it, the durability and composition of the product
Costs
may include but not be limited to the cost of products and materials together with the cost of obtaining them either locally, interstate or overseas
Quoting
may include but not be limited to a price for a project taking account of the sizes associated with the project, the cost of materials, labour and overheads

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

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Effectively research and recommend furniture and accessories to assist with informing the design and decoration process and arrive at a solution which meets client requirements
Effectively apply design elements and principles to the research and recommendation of furniture and accessories
Effectively research and recommend furniture and accessories in accordance with the project brief
Comply with legislation, regulations, standards, codes of practice and established safe practices and procedures for researching and recommending furniture and accessories
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 Standards requirements
The following resources should be made available:
workplace location or simulated workplace
materials and equipment relevant to researching and recommending furniture
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