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:

Work documents to be considered are to include but may not be limited to:
standards
drawings
cutting lists
job specifications and architects'/builders' plans or equivalent and manufacturers' specifications and/or operating instructions
Work documents are to include hard copy and may include computerised versions

Unit context

OH&S requirements include legislation, building codes, material safety management systems, hazardous substances and dangerous goods codes 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 requires individuals to demonstrate some discretion, judgement and problem solving skills in the reading of work documents and the preparation of work plans

Competency may be determined in workplaces involved in the manufacture and or installation of musical instruments, domestic furniture, commercial furniture, kitchen and bathroom cabinets, furniture components, picture frames, soft furnishings, floor covering and finishing, and glass and glazing

Information and procedures

Workplace plans, drawings and specifications applicable to all sectors of the industry

Australian Standards applicable to the industry sectors

Workplace procedures relating to the preparation of own work plans and the maintenance of work documentation

Suppliers' and manufacturer's technical data and information

Workplace procedures relating to reporting and communication

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
Recognise and explain the meanings of symbols, technical terms and conventions of specifications and plans
Check accuracy of copied specifications
Maintain condition of documentation
Locate, read and interpret a minimum of 10 selected/specified work documents which must include:
Australian Standards relevant to the sector
manufacturers' technical instructions and specifications
real or simulated local work documents including:
work plans
material safety data sheets
relevant building codes
job procedures
safe work instructions or equivalent
Work effectively with others
Modify activities to cater for variations in workplace context and environment

Underpinning Knowledge
Different types of work documents used in the furnishing industry, and their function
Conventions and symbols of plans, drawings and specifications
Workplace procedures for maintenance of documentation

Underpinning Skills
Information. Collect, organise and understand information related to the range of work documents relevant to the sector
Communication. Communicate ideas and information to enable confirmation of work requirements and specifications
Planning. Plan and organise activities to avoid any back tracking, work flow interruptions or wastage
Teamwork. Work with others and in a team by recognising dependencies and using cooperative approaches to optimise information management
Mathematical ideas and techniques. Use mathematical ideas and techniques to correctly interpret the content of work documents
Solve problems. Identify alternative methods of accessing and sources of work information
Use of technology. Use workplace technology related to work documentation, its access and storage

Resource Implications
Access to a range of drawings, standards, plans, specifications and cutting lists relevant to the work.

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 generally 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 with:
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)