Elements and Performance Criteria

The Range Statement provides advice to interpret the scope and context of this unit of competency, allowing for differences between enterprises and workplaces. It relates to the unit as a whole and facilitates holistic assessment. The following variables may be present for this particular unit:

Unit scope

This unit covers the work involved in the operational organisation, preparation, trialing and monitoring of production processes for enterprises within the furnishing industry

Operational resources include: personnel, equipment and machinery, production materials and consumables, and infrastructure

Unit context

OH&S legislation, building codes, material safety management systems, hazardous substances and dangerous goods codes and safe operating procedures

Work is carried out in accordance with legislative obligations, environmental legislation, relevant health regulations, authorised handling procedures and organisation insurance requirements

Work requires individuals to demonstrate conceptual ability, discretion, judgement and problem solving skills

Operational planning information

Information may be obtained from sources such as enterprise production plan/schedule, product drawings and specifications, equipment instructions and capacities, relevant standards, inspection requirements and design rules, customer orders, archives, records and cutting lists

Workplace environment

Work is generally performed with little assistance from others and with minimal supervision or direction

Organising production is undertaken in accordance with established enterprise procedures and practices

Customers or suppliers may be internal or external

Machines/equipment used in the production process may include:
any machine typically used in the furnishing sector concerned
microprocessor or computer-controlled machines
both production and facility equipment used in the enterprise

Materials

Materials to be used may include those normally used in the enterprise and the industry

Personal protective equipment

Personal protective equipment is to include that prescribed under legislation, regulations and enterprise policies and practices

Information and procedures

Enterprise production plan/schedule

Work procedures/instructions

Manufacturers' technical specifications and instructions

Legislation, regulations and codes of practice relevant to the production environment and processes

Quality and Australian standards and procedures

The Evidence Guide identifies the critical aspects, knowledge and skills to be demonstrated to confirm competency for this unit. This is an integral part of the assessment of competency and should be read in conjunction with the Range Statement.
Critical Aspects of Evidence
Locate, interpret and apply relevant information
Apply safety requirements throughout the work sequence, including the use of personal protective clothing and equipment
Analyse job requirements and materials and equipment capabilities
For a specified and significant production operation organise the implementation of operational plans, including:
conduct of trials
coordination of the production process
evaluation of the production process, and
reporting on the success of the process
Lead others and work effectively to organise for production
Encourage participation of employees in the planning of work activities and changes
Suggest improvements to production operations and where appropriate, negotiate changes

Underpinning Knowledge
Organisational and workflow theory
Work leadership theory
Company business policies and plans, including procedures for setting up for production
Company products, market, work systems and equipment
Machine processes relevant to the production
Quality procedures, inspection and testing requirements
Legislative requirements of the work activities

Underpinning Skills
Information. Research, collect, organise and understand information related to the organisation of production processes, including the relevant technical, regulatory, cultural, environmental and safety requirements
Communication. Communicate ideas and information to enable clarification of the conceptual requirements, coordination of work with site supervisors, workers and customers, and the reporting of work outcomes and problems
Planning. Plan and organise activities, including the preparation and layout of the worksite and the obtaining of equipment, systems and materials to avoid any back tracking, workflow interruptions or wastage
Teamwork. Work with others and foster the team by recognising dependencies and using cooperative approaches to optimise workflow and productivity
Mathematical ideas and techniques. Use mathematical ideas and techniques to correctly complete measurements, complete production computations and estimate material requirements
Solve problems. Create and apply systematic problem solving techniques to anticipate production problems, avoid reworking and avoid wastage
Use of technology. Use the workplace technology related to production, including machinery, plant, tools and equipment, calculators and measuring devices and computing/computer-aided systems

Resource Implications
Production equipment, raw materials, personnel and production plans and schedules.

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.

Key Competency Levels
NB:These levels do not relate to the Australian Qualifications Framework. They relate to the seven areas of generic competency that underpin effective workplace practices.
There are three levels available:
Level 1 where work is within set conditions and process
Level 2 where the management or facilitation of conditions or process is exercised; and
Level 3 where the design and/or development of conditions or process is required
Communicating ideas and information
(2)

Collecting analysing and organising information
(2)

Planning and organising activities
(2)

Working with others and in teams
(2)

Using mathematical ideas and techniques
(2)

Solving problems
(2)

Using technology
(2)