Elements and Performance Criteria

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.

Information resources may be:
audiovisual or multimedia formats, such as:
CDs
computer games
DVDs
kits
digital, such as:
e-books
e-journals
online
print-based, such as:
books
journals
magazines
maps
posters
serials.
Security measures may include:
automated security systems
magnetic devices, such as those used with CD and DVD covers
magnetic security strips, such as tattle tapes
manual or informal security systems, such as the use of dummy cases for CDs and DVDs.
Processing and storage may include:
affixing call number and other identifying labels
affixing date due slips
checking shelf-ready resources on receipt from external centres
completing partially outsourced tasks
packaging kits and audiovisual formats in customised containers
physical processing of information resources (also known as pre-processing or end-processing)
recording information, such as call number, author and title on handwritten or computer-generated labels and affixing to items
reinforcing spine with contact, or covering with contact
stamping with accession number or order number
stamping with library property stamp
storage in customised packaging, shelving or hanging racks
use of protective book jackets or laminated sheets.
Classification systems may include:
common arrangements, such as by:
class
format
genre
size
specialist classifications or arrangements
standard book numbering schemes, such as:
author and title marks
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standard classification schemes, such as:
Dewey Decimal Classification (DDC)
Library of Congress.
Damaged resources may relate to:
desensitisation of security devices
fading due to light exposure
missing pages, items or part of a kit
pest infestation damage
smoke
vandalism
water ingress
wear and tear.
Basic maintenance and minor repairs may relate to:
applying protective coverings, such as:
contact
plastic or laminated book and magazine jackets
cleaning CDs and DVDs
mending packaging of kits
repairing or replacing pages
replacing broken CD or DVD cases
replacing security devices
strengthening spines.

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
Evidence of the ability to:
process and maintain information resources according to established procedures
apply broad knowledge of classification systems and techniques for processing and maintaining information resources
process and maintain print, audiovisual and multimedia information resources.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure:
use of industry-current equipment and classification systems
access to:
information resources to be processed and maintained
relevant policy and procedures documents.
Method of assessment
A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:
direct questioning combined with review of portfolios of evidence and third-party workplace reports of onthejob performance
direct observation of the candidate undertaking processing activities
review of resources processed and repaired by the candidate
verbal or written questioning to assess knowledge of classification systems and procedures.
Assessment methods should closely reflect workplace demands and the needs of particular client groups (consider the requirements of different age groups, clients with English as a second language, clients with disabilities, remote library users, etc.).
Guidance information for assessment
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example:
CULINM301A Use established cataloguing tools.