Unit of competency Outline
Date retreived
23/07/2026 11:52 AM AWST
23/07/2026 11:52 AM AWST
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Produce visual merchandising signs
Produce visual merchandising signs
Unit of competency
National Code
SIRRMER405
SIRRMER405
State Code
WD924
WD924
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
20/06/2014
Field of Education
080599 - Sales And Marketing, N.e.c.
Original Release Date
20/06/2014
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to produce a variety of signage, such as price lists and product descriptions for use in visual merchandising displays. Signs may be produced electronically or manually, according to organisational procedures.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Confirm signage requirements.
- 1.1.Identify details of information to be included on signage.
- 1.2.Consult relevant stakeholders on size, layout and style of signage.
- 1.3.Confirm timelines, quantities and locations for signage.
2. Prepare resources for signage production.
- 2.1.Select production method and materials for signage production.
- 2.2.Ensure equipment and materials are available for timely production of signage.
3. Produce signage.
- 3.1.Produce drafts of signage, check against requirements and obtain approval from relevant stakeholders as required.
- 3.2.Produce signage within required timeframes and to required standards according to organisational procedures.
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 individual, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
Signagemay include:
price lists
product descriptions
promotional banners.
Production methodmay include:
electronic production using:
graphics software
information and communications technology
manual production using:
board
chalk board
calligraphy pens
ink
marker pens
paper
pastels and chalks
pencils from B to 6B
rulers
watercolour
vinyl lettering machine.
Signagemay include:
price lists
product descriptions
promotional banners.
Production methodmay include:
electronic production using:
graphics software
information and communications technology
manual production using:
board
chalk board
calligraphy pens
ink
marker pens
paper
pastels and chalks
pencils from B to 6B
rulers
watercolour
vinyl lettering machine.
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.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Evidence of the following is essential:
develops industry standard signage for:
price lists
product descriptions
promotional banners.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure access to:
a real or simulated retail visual merchandising work environment
information on:
client requirements
store image
store policy on promotional signage
products and services
retail lettering tools, equipment and materials, including relevant computer software.
Method of assessment
A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:
observation of performance in the workplace
a simulated retail lettering project environment
a portfolio of personally designed and produced lettering
customer feedback
answers to questions about specific skills and knowledge
review of portfolios of evidence and third-party workplace reports of on-the-job performance.
Guidance information for assessment
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Evidence of the following is essential:
develops industry standard signage for:
price lists
product descriptions
promotional banners.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure access to:
a real or simulated retail visual merchandising work environment
information on:
client requirements
store image
store policy on promotional signage
products and services
retail lettering tools, equipment and materials, including relevant computer software.
Method of assessment
A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:
observation of performance in the workplace
a simulated retail lettering project environment
a portfolio of personally designed and produced lettering
customer feedback
answers to questions about specific skills and knowledge
review of portfolios of evidence and third-party workplace reports of on-the-job performance.
Guidance information for assessment
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended.
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BBB55 | SIRRMER011 | Design and install merchandise signage | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| J150 | SIR40212 | Certificate IV in Retail Management | Qualification |
| J152 | SIR50212 | Diploma of Visual Merchandising | Qualification |