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Participate in improvement processes

Participate in improvement processes

Unit of competency
National Code
FDFPPL3001A
State Code
D4660
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
31/01/2011
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
04/08/2014
Field of Education
080317 - Quality Management
Original Release Date
04/08/2014
Nominal Hours
45
Description
This unit of competency covers to skills and knowledge required to participate in performance improvement processes that involve systematic analysis of performance to identify and propose opportunities for improvement.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Identify opportunities for improvement
  • 1.1. Barriers to good practice or optimal performance are identified
  • 1.2. Scope of issue or problem to be addressed is clearly defined
2. Identify information requirements
  • 2.1. Data required to investigate improvement opportunity is identified
  • 2.2. Appropriate data collection methods are selected
  • 2.3. Additional resources available to support investigation are identified
3. Analyse the issue or problem
  • 3.1. Techniques required to investigate nature of issue or problem are selected and applied
  • 3.2. A detailed description of the issue or problem is developed
  • 3.3. Possible causes are identified and tested
  • 3.4. Options for improvement are identified and assessed
4. Recommend options for improvement
  • 4.1. Preferred options are identified and described
  • 4.2. Recommendations are presented in formats appropriate to the issue and the audience
  • 4.3. Recommendations are consistent with data collected and analysed
5. Participate in implementing improvement proposals
  • 5.1. Improvement trials are supported
  • 5.2. Improvement proposals are evaluated and refined
  • 5.3. Operating procedures are updated and communicated to reflect implementation of improved practices
  • 5.4. Improvement in performance is monitored
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.
Process improvement
Process improvement is typically investigated and developed in consultation with others
Data analysis
Data analysis typically involves:
use of computer programs but may also be carried out manually
Problem solving tools
Problem solving tools can include but are not limited to:
fishbone diagrams/cause and effect diagrams
workflow analysis
Pareto diagrams
SWOT analysis
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
Assessment must be carried out in a manner that recognises the cultural and literacy requirements of the assessee and is appropriate to the work performed. Competence in this unit must be achieved in accordance with food safety standards and regulations.

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Evidence of ability to:
identify opportunities for improvement and develop objectives and parameters for investigation
plan study and data collection methods
collect and analyse data and evidence to test ideas
present improvement plans with evidence to support rationale
implement and monitor improvement processes
apply safe work practices and identify OHS hazards and controls
ensure improvement plans reflect overall organisational objectives.

Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must occur in a real or simulated workplace where the assessee has access to:
information storage and retrieval systems
relevant technical information and personnel resources
opportunities to interact with others using typical workplace communication processes
relevant workplace documentation.

Method of assessment
This unit should be assessed together with other units of competency relevant to the work role. Examples could be:
FDFOP2015A Apply principles of statistical process control
FDFOP2064A Provide and apply workplace information
FDFPPL2001A Participate in work teams and groups
PMBQUAL390A Solve problems using quality tools.

Guidance information for assessment
To ensure consistency in one's performance, competency should be demonstrated on more than one occasion over a period of time in order to cover a variety of circumstances, cases and responsibilities, and where possible, over a number of assessment activities.
Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
W1210 FDFOPTPIP3A Participate in improvement processes Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OAN22 FBPPPL3003 Participate in improvement processes Unit of competency