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.
Synthetic solid surface products
Synthetic solid surface products are generally acrylic or polyester sheet based materials
There are a range of commercially licensed products, including Corian, Aztec, Trezzini and others
Synthetic solid surface products are to include benchtops and may include:
edges
sinks
bowls
other containers and waterproof wall treatments
Unit context
OH&S requirements include legislation, building codes, material safety management systems, hazardous substances and dangerous goods code and local safe operating procedures
Work is carried out in accordance with legislative obligations, environmental legislation, relevant health regulations, manual handling procedures and organisation insurance requirements
Work involves reading and interpreting plans, developing set-outs, using hand and/or power tools, equipment and operating machinery
Tools and equipment may include, but are not limited to:
measuring tapes or rulers
hammers
mallets
squares
bevels
chisels
planes
hand saws
power saws
power drills/screwdrivers
air compressor and hoses
clamps
screwdrivers
pincers
Machines may include, but are not limited to:
panel saws
routers
edge moulders
point to point
heat applicators
sanding and buffing machines
Materials to be used may include but are not limited to:
synthetic solid surface materials
timber
manufactured board
glues
screws
nails
dowels
knockdown fittings
Personal protective equipment
Personal protective equipment is to include that prescribed under legislation, regulations and enterprise policies and practices
Information and procedures
Workplace procedures relating to the use of tools and equipment
Work instructions, including job sheets, cutting lists, plans, drawings and designs
Workplace procedures relating to reporting and communication
Manufacturers' specifications and operational procedures

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.

Critical Aspects of Evidence
Interpret work order and locate and apply relevant information
Apply safe handling requirements for equipment, products and materials, including use of personal protective equipment
Follow work instructions, operating procedures and inspection processes to:
minimise the risk of injury to self or others
prevent damage to goods, equipment or products
maintain required production output and product quality
Fabricate a minimum of three synthetic solid surface material products, including at least one full benchtop
Work effectively with others
Modify activities to cater for variations in workplace context and environment

Resource Implications
Access to plans, hand and/or power tools, machines, equipment, materials, and a work area.

Method of Assessment
Assessment methods must confirm consistency of performance over time and in a range of workplace relevant contexts.
Assessment should be by direct observation of tasks and questioning on underpinning knowledge.
Assessment should be conducted over time and may be in conjunction with assessment of other units of competency.

Context of Assessment
Assessment may occur on the job or in a workplace simulated facility with relevant process equipment, materials, work instructions and deadlines.