Unit of competency Outline
Date retreived
22/07/2026 9:02 AM AWST
22/07/2026 9:02 AM AWST
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Develop and document specifications and procedures
Develop and document specifications and procedures
Unit of competency
National Code
AURAFA5007
AURAFA5007
State Code
WF017
WF017
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
08/08/2013
Field of Education
080317 - Quality Management
Original Release Date
08/08/2013
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit covers the competence to analyse requirements and to develop and document technical specifications and procedures providing concise and unambiguous direction and guidance for workplace activities.Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements may apply to this unit in some jurisdictions. Users are advised to check with the relevant regulatory authority.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Identify requirements
- 1.1. Information required for technical specifications and procedures is identified and assembled.
- 1.2. Specifications and procedures requirements and formats are established and confirmed, where necessary.
- 1.3. Requirements for information entry, storage, output and quality of document production are identified in accordance with enterprise procedures.
- 1.4. Specifications and procedures document design is appropriate for efficient entry of information and satisfies appearance and presentation requirements for the purpose of the document.
- 1.5. Range of functions incorporated in the document design reflects the nominated requirements.
2. Prepare specifications
- 2.1. Technical information for use in the specification is collected, tested and validated or confirmed before use.
- 2.2. Authoritative sources and references are identified and used in the preparation and presentation of the specification.
- 2.3. Specifications are written in a format, to ensure requirements can be met.
- 2.4. Specifications are written in a manner that is clear and understood in the workplace.
- 2.5. Specification documentation satisfies enterprise and industry standards.
3. Prepare technical procedures
- 3.1. Activities and tasks are identified, analysed and documented.
- 3.2. Activities and tasks are sequenced and logically grouped.
- 3.3. Procedures are documented to enterprise and industry standards.
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.
Specifications
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
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.
Function
The function is undertaken in accordance with established enterprise procedures and practices may include requirements recommended by manufacturer.
Unit context
WHS 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.
Workplace environment
Specifications and procedures may be used in established workshops or under external site conditions.
Personal protective equipment
Personal protective equipment is to include that prescribed under legislation, regulations and enterprise policies and practices.
Information and procedures
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.
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.
Specifications
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
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.
Function
The function is undertaken in accordance with established enterprise procedures and practices may include requirements recommended by manufacturer.
Unit context
WHS 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.
Workplace environment
Specifications and procedures may be used in established workshops or under external site conditions.
Personal protective equipment
Personal protective equipment is to include that prescribed under legislation, regulations and enterprise policies and practices.
Information and procedures
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.
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
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.
Context of, and specific resources for assessment
Assessment may occur on the job or in a workplace simulated facility.
Access to systems requiring specification, activities requiring procedural coverage, related, technical information and a work environment.
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.
Competence in this unit may be assessed in conjunction with other functional units which together form part of the holistic work role.
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
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.
Context of, and specific resources for assessment
Assessment may occur on the job or in a workplace simulated facility.
Access to systems requiring specification, activities requiring procedural coverage, related, technical information and a work environment.
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.
Competence in this unit may be assessed in conjunction with other functional units which together form part of the holistic work role.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| W5148 | AURT577620A | Develop and document specifications and procedures | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AXE80 | AURAFA007 | Develop and document specifications and procedures | Unit of competency |
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