Elements and Performance Criteria

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.
What can metal include?
Metal may include:
mild steel
galvanised steel
stainless steel
aluminium
brass
What can object from metal include?
Anobject from metalcan include:
a small decorative box, with or without a lid
desk pencil holder
metallic photo album
cabinet
shelving
CD rack
metallic picture frame.
What are the work instructions?
Work instructions may include:
job sheets
patterns
plans
drawings and sketches
verbal or illustrated directions from supervisor
number and type of objects to be produced
quality requirements.
OH&S requirements
environmental requirements
What can OH&S requirements include?
OH&S requirementsmay include:
legislative requirements
hazardous and dangerous goods codes
safe operating procedures
specific workplace rules regarding personal protective wear and equipment such as disposable overalls, dust mask, eye and ear protection and gloves.
Workplace
Workplace for this unit means a manufacturing environment specifically established for learning introductory manufacturing skills. It may be:
a school classroom or workshop equipped to teach manufacturing principles and practices
RTO premises equipped to teach manufacturing principles and practices
an enterprise environment where above average supervision exists and training is occurring. The normal production imperatives have been modified to take into account the training being delivered.
What can a suitable work area include?
A suitable work area may include:
workbench
desk or table
workshop
shed
durable space
What can appropriate tools, equipment and materials include?
Appropriate tools will vary according to the project, but may include:
measuring tapes or rulers
hammers
mallets
squares
bevels
chisels
files
planes
hand saws
cordless drills/ screwdrivers
fixing and joining devices
jigs
clamping devices
pincers
Appropriate equipment could include:
power saws
power drills
band saws
vertical drill presses
protective eye ware
protective gloves
dust masks
overalls or protective clothing
Appropriate materials could include:
metal
adhesives
screws
nuts
bolts
hinges and metal fasteners
pencils and markers
paints.
What potential hazards include?
Potential hazards may include:
broken or faulty equipment
unnoticed sharp objects
poor lighting
inadequate ventilation
inadequate attention to the activities of others
electrical shortages and power overload
disorganised or cluttered workspace (poor housekeeping)
poor attention when dealing with tools and equipment.
environmental chemicals, heat, dust, noise, gas and oil.
What could records include?
Records could include:
plant and maintenance records
job cards
check sheets
reporting requirements
documenting equipment and/or material defects
workplace procedures relating to the use of tools and equipment.
What could specifications include and what does it mean for materials to be formed?
Specifications could include:
measurements and dimensions
forming methods could include cutting, bending, rolling, beading.
What is involved in making sure edges and surfaces are prepared?
Preparing edges and surfaces could include:
filing
sanding
cleaning
grinding
polishing
What is involved in making sure metal pieces are joined?
Joining metal pieces could include attaching pieces together with:
screws, rivets, nuts and bolts
hinging
soldering
What is involved in making sure non-conformities are rectified?
Rectifying non-conformities could involve:
deconstructing the assembled pieces
reshaping /resizing or re-cutting elements
reassembling elements.
What is involved in making sure work is finished?
Finishing work can include:
filing
polishing
grinding
painting and decorating.

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
Knowledge and application of relevant sections of:
occupational, health and safety legislation; statutory legislation;
enterprise/site safety procedures;
enterprise/site emergency procedures
preparation and planning of work
lay out, marking off/out and developing techniques and procedures
fabrication techniques
shaping techniques
cutting techniques
perform normal operator maintenance of work area to enable work to be conducted safely and efficiently
relevant standards and procedures
completion of work procedures
Context of assessment
Assessment may occur on the job or in a workplace simulated facility with relevant equipment, materials, work instructions and deadlines.
Specific resources required for assessment
Access to plans, hand and/or power tools, equipment, materials and a work area.
Access is required to opportunities and appropriate resources to either:
carry out a range of suitably simulated practical and knowledge assessments that demonstrate the skills and knowledge to work safely (usually as part of a holistic assessment involving other competency units; and/or
participate in actual workplace activities that demonstrate the skills and knowledge to work safely