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 in the Performance Criteria is detailed below. Add any 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.
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)
Design brief
is to include the aims, objectives, milestones for the design project, the point of reference for everyone, elements and principles of design and may include organisational or personal profiles, aims, target audience, budget, timeline, consultation requirements, colour requirements, image requirements and function
Appropriate personnel
may include but not be limited to trainers, supervisors, suppliers, clients, colleagues and managers
Material
may include but not be limited to scrap timber, man-made timber products, plastic, metal, alloys, stones, glass, textiles, fibreglass, foam, cardboard, paper products or any other manipulable substance
Storage locations
may include but not be limited to storage racks, storage bays, bins, stacks, pallet boxes, modularised storage components, temporary stacking bays (stand, frame or ground) and may be divided into standard product classification, product designation, size, dimension, stack number, weight, grade, shelf life or stock rotation position
Equipment
may include but not be limited to static machinery, portable power tools and computer numerically controlled equipment
is to include procedures for lock out protecting operators and co-workers from accidental injury by isolating the machine from the power source
Communication
may include verbal and non-verbal language, constructive feedback, active listening, questioning to clarify and confirm understanding, use of positive, confident and cooperative language, use of language and concepts appropriate to individual social and cultural differences, control of tone of voice and body language
Manufacturing process
may include but not be limited to the methods by which the product will be produced, these steps usually entail working from working drawings and specifications, producing components utilising machine operations, assembly of the components and finishing techniques
Components
may include but not be limited to the parts which make up the whole of a product. Each component is often requires some level of machining to result in the desire part
Assembly process
may include but not be limited to nailing, gluing, screwing, welding, pressing, sewing, bonding, jointing or connecting various materials
Sketches
may include but not be limited to hand drawn images or ideation drawings completed freehand
Freehand development drawings
may include isometric, oblique, perspective, orthographic or elevation drawings which explode the parts of the concept sketches and include rough sizes, scale, tones and values
Prototype or sample
is usually a full size replica of the intended product outcome based on concept sketches and freehand development drawings, these are usually produced from stiff cardboard, scrap timber or possibly even moulding clay
Specifications
are to include the measurements, procedures by which a product is constructed and materials to be utilised
Functionality
is to include the purpose intended for the product in relationship to the design brief
Elements of design
may include but not be limited to line, shape, form (geometric or organic), texture, colour, and function
Principles of design
may include but not be limited to balance, proportion (symmetry, asymmetry), harmony, contrast, pattern, movement, rhythm, unity, style, focus, scale, dominant, sub dominant or subordinate relationship, emphasis, proximity, alignment, space, anthropometry, ergonomics, arrangement, workload, materials handling capacity, skills, control, equipment capabilities, aesthetic relations, tension and development methods
Modifications
may include but not be limited to alterations to the original prototype concept to achieve better balance, proportion or aesthetic value
Records and reports
may include but not be limited to the design and production method, product type, size, inspection and labelling outcomes, storage locations, quality outcomes, hazards, incidents or equipment malfunctions

EVIDENCE GUIDE
The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria, Required Skills and Knowledge, the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the relevant Training Package.

Overview of assessment

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Effectively construct a prototype or sample in accordance with the design brief and concept sketches and drawings
Effectively apply design elements and principles to develop a prototype
Effectively produce a prototype in accordance with a the design brief
Comply with legislation, regulations, standards, codes of practice and established safe practices and procedures for constructing a prototype or sample
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 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 constructing a prototype or sample
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