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.
Workplace health and safety (WHS) requirements:
are those prescribed under legislation, regulations, codes of practice, and workplace policies and procedures
may include:
protective clothing and equipment
use of tools and equipment
handling of material
use of fire-fighting equipment
first aid equipment
hazard control, including control of hazardous materials and toxic substances.
Safe operating procedures may include:
the conduct of operational risk assessment
toxic substances awareness
electrical safety
manual and mechanical lifting and shifting
working in proximity to others and site visitors.
Service and/or maintenance methods may include:
inspection of battery and leads
inspection of battery securing system
battery removal
battery and battery compartment cleaning
battery fluid top-up
hydrometer testing
battery charging.

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
The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit must be relevant to workplace operations and satisfy all of the requirements of the performance criteria and required skills and knowledge.
A person who demonstrates competency in this unit must be able to:
observe workplace safety procedures and battery safety requirements
communicate effectively with others involved in or affected by the work
select methods and techniques appropriate to the circumstances
inspect, service and maintain battery storage systems in marine applications according to workplace, manufacturer and component supplier requirements
complete workplace documents.
Context of, and specific resources for assessment
Competency is to be assessed in the workplace or a simulated workplace environment that accurately reflects performance in a real workplace setting.
Assessment is to occur:
using standard workplace practices and procedures
following safety requirements
applying environmental constraints
Assessment is to comply with relevant:
regulatory requirements
Australian standards
industry codes of practice
The following resources should be made available:
workplace location or simulated workplace environment that reflects a marine maintenance facility or environment
material relevant to inspection, servicing and maintenance of battery storage systems for marine or pleasure craft
tools and equipment appropriate for the inspection and servicing and maintenance of battery storage systems
specifications and workplace instructions.
Method of assessment
Assessment must satisfy the endorsed Assessment Guidelines of this Training Package.
Assessment methods must confirm consistency and accuracy of performance (over time and in a range of workplace relevant contexts) together with the application of required skills and knowledge.
Assessment methods must be by direct observation of tasks and include questioning on required skills and knowledge to ensure correct interpretation and application.
Competence in this unit may be assessed in conjunction with other units which together form part of a holistic work role.
Where applicable, reasonable adjustment must be made to work environments and training situations to accommodate the needs of diverse clients.
Assessment processes and techniques must be culturally sensitive and appropriate to the language, literacy and numeracy capacity of the candidate and the work being performed.