Elements and Performance Criteria

This unit covers the work involved in the research for and writing of specifications and procedures for the workplace
Specifications are technical criteria for an object, item, system or sub-system describing the components, materials, construction, circuitry and associated legal, regulatory or intellectual property issues
Procedures contain detailed descriptions of the tasks, activities, sequences, materials, tooling, rules and safety requirements leading or guiding an individual through an authorised work practice
The function is undertaken in accordance with established enterprise procedures and practices may include requirements recommended by manufacturer

OH&S requirements include legislation, safety management systems, hazardous substances and dangerous goods codes and safe operating procedures
Work is carried out in accordance with legislative obligations, environmental legislation, health regulations, authorised handling procedures and organisation insurance requirements
Work requires individuals to demonstrate conceptual ability, discretion, judgement and problem-solving skills

Work may involve individual and team related activities and will normally relate to the standard forms of activity performed in the enterprise and industry
Specifications and procedures may be used in established workshops or under external site conditions

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

Workplace procedures relating to the use of tooling and equipment
Workplace procedures relating to reporting and communication
Manufacturer/component supplier specifications and application procedures for testing equipment and materials
Manufacturer/component supplier specifications, schematics and operational procedures related to systems
Australian Design Rules
Vehicle industry regulations
Vehicle industry publications related to emerging system technology and technology changes

Critical aspects of evidence
Locate, interpret and apply information
Apply safety requirements throughout the work sequence, including the use of personal protective clothing and equipment
Identify and itemise steps and stages in procedures

Complete a significant operational procedure, incorporating safety obligations, and covering:

a full analysis of the topic area
a step-by-step operational procedure
supporting documents to the procedure

Complete or review and update a specification for a significant system or sub-system covering:

system/sub-system description
components
materials
construction
circuitry
related information sources
legal, regulatory or intellectual property law requirements
Modify products to cater for variations in workplace cultures and environment
Work effectively with others

Underpinning knowledge
Technical writing and presentation techniques
Enterprise (or equivalent) technical procedure formats, content rules, preparation and management techniques

Specific key competencies, underpinning and employability skills required to achieve the performance criteria
These include a number of processes that are learned throughout work and life, which are required in most jobs. Some of these are covered by the national key competencies, although others may be added. The details below highlight how these competencies are to be applied in the attainment of this unit.

Application of the key competencies in this unit are to satisfy the nominated level in which:

Level 1 - relates to working effectively within set conditions and processes;
Level 2 - relates to management or facilitation of conditions or processes; and
Level 3 - relates to design, development and evaluation of conditions or process.
How will the candidate apply the following key competency in this unit? The candidate will need to:

Collect, analyse and organise information
Collect, organise and understand technical information related to the specifications and procedures, testing processes, diagnostic methods and options and safety procedures
(Level 2)

Communicate ideas and information
Communicate ideas and information to ensure the completeness, clarity and comprehension of the specifications and procedures by the target audience
(Level 2)

Plan and organise activities
Plan and organise to avoid backtracking, workflow interruptions or wastage
(Level 2)

Work with others and in a team
Work with others and in a team by recognising dependencies and using cooperative approaches to optimise workflow and productivity
(Level 2)

Use mathematical ideas and techniques
Use mathematical ideas and techniques to incorporate measurements, calibration and test requirements into specifications and procedures
(Level 2)

Solve problems
Establish processes which anticipate and allow for risks, cater for both direct and indirect causes, avoid or minimise reworking and avoid wastage in the preparation and content of procedures
(Level 3)

Use technology
Use the workplace technology related to document preparation, including calculators and measuring devices, computing systems and information management systems
(Level 2)

Context of assessment
Assessment may occur on the job or in a workplace simulated facility

Method of assessment
Assessment of this unit of competence is most likely to be project related and require portfolios or other forms of indirect evidence of process. Direct evidence will include certification of compliance of the final outcome/product or authorisation for use by a competent authority
Assessment must confirm the inference that competence is able not only to be satisfied under the particular circumstances, but is able to be transferred to other projects

Specific resource requirements for this unit
Access to systems requiring specification, activities requiring procedural coverage, related, technical information and a work environment