Elements and Performance Criteria

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. Add any essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment depending on the work situation, needs if the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts.

General context
Work involves participation in preparing and confirming workplace procedures and manuals in a TCF production enterprise
Judgement may be required in planning and selecting appropriate processes or procedures for self and others
Work is assessed in accordance with statutory requirements, organisation insurance requirements, OH&S legislation, manual handling procedures and relevant health regulations

Worksite environment may include
Work may be conducted in a large scale production or small business situation in a TCF sector
The competencies will apply to the preparation of procedures and specifications within the enterprise
TCF production areas for which procedures/manuals may be developed may include:
textile production
clothing production
footwear production
early stage wool processing
cotton ginning
hide/skin/leather production
headwear production and millinery
canvas and sails production
laundry operations
dry cleaning operations
Procedures and specifications may be produced or selected with reference to:
enterprise/client standards
established processes
industry standards
workplace regulations
work practices
Preparation of procedures and specifications may include:
assembling information and confirming requirements
documentation preparation
review of procedures
consultation with other personnel, equipment-machine suppliers and customers
Procedures and/or manuals may be prepared in electronic and/or hard copy format and may include:
text
tables of numeric data
charts and graphics
The competencies are applied under broad guidance
Knowledge and skills are applied in a self-directed way to tasks, roles and/or functions
The competencies are used independently within routine and non-routine situations
Knowledge and skills are applied as part of the major functional area and/or in highly specialised situations requiring a range of skills

Sources of information/documents may include
Production schedules
Production performance reports
Production and planning policies and other documentation
Organisational or external personnel
Work scheduling documentation
Job procedures
Work instructions

Workplace context may include
Work organisation procedures and practices relating to the preparation and confirmation of workplace procedures and manuals in a TCF production enterprise
Conditions of service, legislation and industrial agreements including:
workplace agreements and awards
Federal or State/Territory legislation
Standard work practice includes providing an effective contribution to planning production
Extent of production planning will be dependent on requirements and workplace arrangements within the enterprise
Reporting actions include verbal and written communication in accordance with organisational policies and procedures
Communication may be oral, written or visual and can include both text and graphical data
Being responsible for the maintenance of own work quality and being required to contribute to the quality improvement of team or section output, where necessary
Safety, environmental, housekeeping and quality are as specified by machine/equipment manufacturers, regulatory authorities and the enterprise

The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria, Required Skills and Knowledge, the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Critical aspects of evidence to be considered

Assessment must confirm appropriate knowledge and skills to:

assemble information and specification requirements
interpret/analyse information for use in procedures/manuals
write procedures and specifications with respect to customer or enterprise needs
confirm accuracy and appropriateness of prepared procedures/manuals
delegate responsibility
review effectiveness of procedures/specifications
ensure workplace health and safety policies and statutory regulations are appropriately addressed in procedures/manuals
maintain accurate records

Interdependent assessment of units
This unit does not need to be assessed in conjunction with other units and can be assessed independently

Required knowledge and skills

Underpinning knowledge of:

enterprise systems and requirements
industry standard/s, regulations, etc.
safety and environmental aspects of production processes
workplace policies/procedures and reporting processes
relevant OH&S legislation and codes of practice
workplace procedures and reporting/recording processes
relevant regulatory requirements and codes of practice

Underpinning skills to:

use management systems and procedures
use required office technology in the preparation of procedures/manuals
evaluate and interpret specification information/data
review procedures/manuals and prepare reports
communicate effectively within the workplace
select, interpret and apply procedures and processes
prepare and present reports and information in appropriate formats

Resource implications
Access to real or appropriately simulated situations involving to the preparation and confirmation of workplace procedures and manuals in a TCF context
This includes real or simulated work areas, materials, equipment, and information on production specifications, production performance, relevant safety procedures and regulations, quality standards and organisation procedures

Consistency in performance

Applies underpinning knowledge and skills when:

preparing documentation
identifying contingencies
completing workplace tasks
identifying and implementing improvements
ensuring safety standards are followed

Shows evidence of application of relevant workplace procedures including:

hazard policies and procedures including codes of practice
issue resolution procedures
job procedures and work instructions
quality procedures (where existing)
security procedures
waste, pollution and recycling management processes
Action taken promptly, accidents and incidents reported in accordance with statutory requirements and enterprise procedures
Recognises and adapts appropriately to cultural differences in the workplace, including modes of behaviour and interactions among staff and others
Work completed systematically with attention to detail without damage to goods, equipment or personnel

Context for assessment
Assessment may occur on the job or in an appropriately simulated environment

Communicating ideas and information
(3)

Collecting analysing and organising information
(3)

Planning and organising activities
(3)

Working with others and in teams
(2)

Using mathematical ideas and techniques
(1)

Solving problems
(2)

Using technology
(2)