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)
Client
may include but not be limited to suppliers, manufacturers, private clients, colleagues, retailers or the public
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.
Collaboration
may include but not be limited to a group of people working together to achieve an outcome
may include but not be limited to designers, senior management, tradespeople, consumers, sales staff, distributors and clients
Design brief
may include but not be limited to the aims, objectives, milestones for the design project, the point of reference for everyone, elements and principles of design
may also include organisational or personal profiles, aims, target audience, budget, timeline, consultation requirements, colour requirements, image requirements and function
Concepts
are to include ideas generated to respond to the design brief through both ideation drawings or sketching and written explanation
Critique
is to include the process of undertaking a critical analysis of a product, the design process used, the manufacturing methodology and final outcomes
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
Management systems
may include but not be limited to the project plan and attributes within it to fulfil the design brief and intended outcomes of the project. This may include personnel management, quality mechanisms, project stages, resource management, process management, problem solving mechanisms and performance targets
Quality control
is to include an inspection system for ensuring that pre-determined quality standards are being met, highlighting non-conformances requiring intervention
Material
may include but not be limited to native timber (native and imported), man-made timber products, plastic, metal, alloys, stones, glass, textiles, fibreglass, foam, cardboard, paper products or any other manipulable substance
Equipment
may include but not be limited to static machinery, portable power tools and computer numerically controlled equipment
may also include procedures for lock out protecting operators and co-workers from accidental injury by isolating the machine from the power source
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
Assembly process
may include but not be limited to nailing, gluing, screwing, welding, pressing, sewing, bonding, jointing or connecting various materials
Finishing
may include but not be limited to paints, waxes, lacquers, stains, pigments, oils and plastic coatings
Distribution channels
may include but not be limited to self promotion and distribution, organisation through agents representing you, via hired distribution organisations, joint ventures or establishment of own distribution network
Market research fundamentals
is to include research undertaken to assess the size and nature of a market
Despatch
may include but not be limited to wrapping in fabric, plastic wrapping, shrink wrapping, boxing, foam shells and despatch by truck, trailer, train, plane or ship

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 work collaboratively on a design project in accordance with client requirements, setting a project plan and design brief
Effectively apply design elements and principles to working collaboratively on a design project
Comply with legislation, regulations, standards, codes of practice and established safe practices and procedures for working collaboratively on a design project
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 working collaboratively on a design project
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