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 (legislative and planning), 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
Relevant research
may include but not be limited to internet searches, phone/personal liaison, interviews and applications
Information
may include but not be limited to contractor and consultant reputations and outcomes, contractor and consultant prices, required insurances, work schedules, budget and payments, required skills and available skills
Consultants
may include but not be limited to builders, architects, engineers, decorators and designers
Contractors
may include but not be limited to builders, painters, tilers, carpet layers, sanders, cabinet makers, curtain makers, picture framers, electricians, plumbers and plasterers
Contracts
may include but not be limited to methods of securing agreement between parties
Insurances
may include but not be limited to professional indemnity, public liability, income protection, third party, comprehensive, building and contents insurance, workers compensation and any other legally prescribed insurance
Engaging
may include but not be limited to hire or appointment of the contractors by direct engagement or for engagement by the client
Schedules
may include but not be limited to detailed descriptions of which materials, products, finishes and accessories will be selected and how they will be applied
Timelines
may include but not be limited to the agreed project time span set and agreed for the project
Restrictions
may include but not be limited to laws, regulations or policies which may affect a project or those working on it, such as local government planning approval, work site entry legislation, licensing or heritage laws
Budget
may include but not be limited to the amount of funds the client has available to complete the project
Specifications
may include but not be limited to the measurements, procedures by which a product is constructed and materials to be utilised

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 select and instruct consultants and contractors to complete a project in accordance with the project brief and schedule
Effectively apply quality and authorised procedures in selecting and instructing consultants and contractors
Comply with legislation, regulations, standards, codes of practice and established safe practices and procedures for selecting and instructing consultants and contractors
Communicate effectively and work safely with others in the design team

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 selecting and instructing consultants and contractors
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