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.
Unit scope
This unit covers the work involved in developing, constructing, trialing and evaluating prototypes from design concepts and/or customer requirements
Prototypes may be produced by hand, by using appropriate machines, tools and equipment or by computer assisted production and will reflect the finished products produced by the enterprise
Unit context
OHS requirements include legislation, building codes, material safety management systems, hazardous substances and dangerous goods codes and safe operating procedures
Work is carried out in accordance with legislative obligations, environmental legislation, relevant health regulations, authorised handling procedures and organisation insurance requirements
Work requires individuals to demonstrate conceptual, analytical and organisational ability, discretion, judgement and problem solving skills
Workplace environment
The development and trialing of prototypes is undertaken in accordance with established enterprise procedures and practices
This work may be carried out on a team basis or with the support of dedicated specialist personnel
Customers may be internal or external
Machines/equipment may include:
any machine typically used in the furnishing sector concerned
microprocessor or computer-controlled machines
both production and facility equipment used in the enterprise
Materials for prototypes
those normally used by the enterprise in its production processes. They may include but are not limited to:
timber
metal alloys
glass
fabrics and textiles
plastics
leather
cardboard and paper
adhesives
fillers and finishes as appropriate
Personal protective equipment
Personal protective equipment is to include that prescribed under legislation, regulations and enterprise policies and practices
Information and procedures
Design concepts/customer requirements
Designer's/drawer's specifications and instructions
Work procedures/instructions
Organisation work specifications and requirements
Legislation/regulations/national or industry codes and practices relevant to the prototype/sample construction
Quality and Australian standards and procedures

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.

Critical aspects of evidence
Interpret work order, plans and specifications and locate and apply relevant information
Apply safety requirements throughout the work sequence, including the use of personal protective clothing and equipment
Follow work instructions, operating procedures and inspection practices to:
prevent damage to goods, equipment or products
maintain required production output and product quality
minimise the risk of injury to self or others
Develop and evaluate a minimum of two different prototypes and:
develop the prototype specification
identify compatibility/incompatibility of materials, adhesives, fittings, fasteners, for the application
select and use appropriate materials, equipment and processes for the item being constructed
demonstrate how the design of the prototype components will influence the working lifetime of the item
ensure that the prototype satisfies the original or varied specification
prepare for and conduct evaluation trials
record outcomes and make recommendations for future activities
Modify activities to cater for variations in workplace contexts and environment
Work effectively with others

Resource implications
Access to real or appropriately simulated situations involving the development and trialing of prototypes
This includes real or simulated work areas, materials, equipment, and information on design concepts, customer requirements, quality standards, organisation procedures, relevant safety procedures and regulations.

Method of assessment
Assessment methods must confirm consistency, or the potential for consistency, of performance over time and in a range of workplace relevant contexts.
Assessment should be by direct observation or work and questioning on underpinning knowledge.
Assessment may be conducted over time and in conjunction with assessment of other units of competency.

Context of assessment
Assessment may occur on the job or in a simulated workplace facility with relevant design inputs, staff, process equipment, simulated work procedures and deadlines.