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.
OHS requirements
are to be in accordance with Commonwealth, State or Territory legislation and regulations, organisational safety policies and procedures. Requirements may include but not be limited to the use of personal protective equipment and clothing, fire fighting equipment, first aid equipment, hazard and risk control and elimination of hazardous materials and substances, manual handling including lifting and carrying
Legislative requirements
are to be in accordance with applicable legislation from all levels of government that affect organisational operation. Requirements may include but not be limited to award and enterprise agreements, industrial relations, Australian Standards, confidentiality and privacy, OHS, the environment, equal opportunity, anti-discrimination, relevant industry codes of practice, duty of care and heritage
Organisational requirements
may include but not be limited to legal, organisational and site guidelines, policies and procedures relating to own role and responsibility, quality assurance, procedural manuals, quality and continuous improvement processes and standards, OHS, emergency and evacuation, ethical standards, recording and reporting, access and equity principles and practices, equipment use, maintenance and storage, environmental management (waste disposal, recycling and re-use guidelines)
Scope of brief
may include but not be limited to the aims, objectives, milestones for the project, the point of reference for everyone, elements and principles of design, organisational or personal profiles, target audience, budget, timeline, consultation requirements, colour requirements, image requirements and function
Client
may include but not be limited to suppliers, manufacturers, private clients, colleagues, retailers or the public
Parameters
may include but not be limited to scope of brief, approval to make changes (legislative and planning), effect or feel trying to be achieved, functionality (short and long term), budget restrictions and established timelines
Tools
may include but not be limited to measuring devices, cameras, colour charts and note taking equipment
Wall construction
may include but not be limited to solid masonry, stud frame, load bearing, non-load bearing and bracing
Flooring construction
may include but not be limited to concrete slab, timber, steel and under floor access
Roof construction
may include but not be limited to rafter and truss construction, sheeted, suspended and underside of floor of level above
Other structures
may include but not be limited to beams, lintels and columns
Materials used in interior walls
may include but not be limited to timber (softwood, hardwood), concrete block, brick, concrete, aerated concrete, plasterboard, fibrous cement products, manufactured timber products, metals, acrylic sheeting and laminate sheeting
Materials used in flooring
may include but not be limited to concrete, timber, manufactured timber products, hard floor finishes (types including ceramic tiles and floating floor systems) and soft floor coverings
Other materials
may include but not be limited to building products of all types used for the manufacture of beams, columns, windows, doors, railings and finishing trims, manufactured from solid timber (native and imported), manufactured timber products, plastic, metal, alloys, stones, glass, fibreglass, foam, cardboard, paper products or any other manipulable substance
Properties
may include but not be limited to principles of structural systems, terminology, modification capability, compression, tension, shear, bending, twisting, wind forces, durability, level of fire retardancy, fibre make up, composition, material use, finishes, quality, environmental sustainability, ergonomics, flammability, maintenance requirements, wear and tear and construction methods
Features of electrical service
may include but not be limited to approximate age of electrical distribution board, number of circuits, safety switches, circuit breakers, signs of rewiring, position and number of power outlets, position and number of lights, data and communications cabling
Other services
may include but not be limited to gas, data, communications, air extraction and conditioning
Specialist professionals
may include but not be limited to engineers, plumbers, electricians, communications consultants, licensed builders and architects
Longevity and restorability
may include but not be limited to an analysis of how long the material is expected to maintain its structure and colour, while maintaining quality of aesthetic value and how readily the material can be repaired or replaced
Environmental considerations
may include but not be limited to design sustainability, how the use of raw materials effects the ecology and environment and how its continued use will effect the area it has been sourced from, energy consumption in achieving the material, green house gases created, waste levels, resource utilisation and transport effects. Similarly what impact will be felt by reducing or stopping material from the source

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
Effectively assess structural and non structural elements of a site to determine implications for interior design
Identify the features and implications of construction techniques identified in the range of variables
Comply with legislation, regulations, standards, codes of practice and established safe practices and procedures for assessing a site
Communicate effectively and work safely with others in the work area

Context of and specific resources for assessment
The application of competency is to be assessed in the workplace or realistically simulated workplace
Assessment is to occur under standard and authorised work practices, safety requirements and environmental constraints
Assessment of essential underpinning knowledge, other than confirmatory questions, will usually be conducted in an off-site context
Assessment is to comply with relevant regulatory or Australian Standards requirements
The following resources should be made available:
workplace location or simulated workplace
materials and equipment relevant to assessing viability of structures for domestic properties
specifications and work instructions

Method of assessment
Assessment must satisfy the endorsed assessment guidelines of the Furnishing Industry Training Package
Assessment methods must confirm consistency and accuracy of performance (over time and in a range of workplace relevant contexts) together with application of underpinning knowledge
Assessment methods must be by direct observation of tasks and include questioning on underpinning knowledge to ensure its correct interpretation and application
Assessment may be applied under project related conditions (real or simulated) and require evidence of process
Assessment must confirm a reasonable inference that competency is able not only to be satisfied under the particular circumstance, but is able to be transferred to other circumstances
Assessment may be in conjunction with assessment of other units of competency

Guidance information for assessment