ELEMENT S 

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA 

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1 

Plan to meet internal and external customer requirements 

1.1

Customer needs are researched, clarified, assessed and included in the planning process

1.2

Provision is made in plans to achieve the quality, time and cost specifications agreed with customers, in accordance with organisational policies and procedures

2 

Ensure delivery of quality products/services 

2.1

Products/services are delivered to customer specifications in accordance with the organisational business plan

2.2

Individual/team performance is monitored to ensure it consistently meets quality, safety, resource and delivery standards

2.3

Colleagues are coached and mentored to assist them to overcome difficulty in meeting customer service standards

2.4

Resources are used effectively and efficiently to provide quality products/services to customers

3 

Monitor, adjust and report customer service 

3.1

Organisational systems and technology are used to monitor progress in achieving product/service targets and standards

3.2

Customer feedback is sought and used to improve the provision of products/services

3.3

Decisions to overcome problems and make improvements to products/services are taken in consultation with designated individuals/groups

3.4

Adjustments are made to products/services, and those who have a role in their planning and delivery are informed of changes

Evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria on at least one occasion and include:

• applying relevant legislation and workplace procedures
• communicating and consulting with others to ensure excellent customer service is modelled to staff and that customer issues are resolved
• dealing effectively with unplanned events such as a change in the volume of customer inquiries
• developing, implementing and revising contingency plans
• interpreting and following operational instructions and prioritising work
• monitoring work activities in terms of planned schedule, particularly in line with agreed time and quality standards
• preparing reports to develop and disseminate information on customer service performance.

Evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria and include knowledge of:

• organisational performance management systems
• organisational policies, principles, codes and performance standards
• quality management systems
• relevant sections of national and state/territory regulatory requirements and codes of practice such as consumer protection legislation
• requirements for completing relevant documentation such as reports of customer complaints and resolutions
• risk management as it relates to dealing with customers and managing consequences of poor customer service
• steps involved in planning work activities.