Modification History
Not applicable.
Unit Descriptor
Unit descriptor |
This unit specifies the outcomes required to install blinds and awnings in exterior locations |
Application of the Unit
Application of the unit |
This unit applies to the skills and knowledge required to install exterior blinds and awnings. The unit applies in an on-site environment and may be conducted in a small to large scale enterprises. Applications may involve some responsibility for others. Participation in teams including group or team coordination may be involved. |
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Not applicable.
Pre-Requisites
Prerequisite units |
Nil |
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Employability Skills Information
Employability skills |
This unit contains employability skills. |
Elements and Performance Criteria Pre-Content
Elements describe the essential outcomes of a unit of competency. |
Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the required skills and knowledge section and the range statement. Assessment of performance is to be consistent with the evidence guide. |
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENT |
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
1. Identify products, fittings and attachments to be used |
1.1. Type of blind or awning to be installed is identified 1.2. Installation hardware , tools and equipment are identified from work instructions and site inspection 1.3. Customer is consulted to determine day and time for installation 1.4. Local government regulations regarding installation of exterior blinds and awnings are checked and adhered to |
2. Plan installation process |
2.1. OHS requirements and personal protection needs are observed throughout the work 2.2. Work order is read and interpreted 2.3. Work sequence is planned in a logical order to suit job 2.4. Work site is checked to determine access and special equipment requirements, |
3. Install exterior blind or awning |
3.1. Public and property is protected 3.2. Product to be installed is laid out and checked against work order 3.3. Fixing hardware is installed to manufacturer specifications 3.4. Blind or awning is installed to manufacturer's specifications |
4. Complete the installation |
4.1. Operation of product is tested and adjusted if necessary 4.2. Customer is shown correct use of product |
5. Clean work area |
5.1. Tools and equipment are cleaned and stored according to workplace practices 5.2. Work area is cleaned and left in a safe condition 5.3. Waste and scrap are removed and disposed of or recycled as appropriate following workplace procedures 5.4. Invoice is issued to customer and payment received and receipted 5.5. Workplace documentation is completed. |
Required Skills and Knowledge
REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE |
This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit. |
Required skills |
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Required knowledge |
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Evidence Guide
EVIDENCE GUIDE |
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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. |
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Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit |
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Context of , and specific resources for assessment |
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Method of assessment |
Assessment methods must confirm consistency and accuracy of performance (over time and in a range of workplace relevant contexts) together with application of required knowledge and skills Assessment methods must be by direct observation of tasks and include questioning on required knowledge and skills to ensure its correct interpretation and application Assessment may be applied under project related conditions (real and 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 |
Range Statement
RANGE STATEMENT |
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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. |
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Blind |
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Awning |
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Hardware |
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Tools and equipment |
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Work instructions |
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Site inspection |
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Customer |
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Local government regulations |
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OHS requirements |
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Personal protection needs |
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Work order |
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Work sequence |
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Work site |
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Protected |
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Manufacturer specifications |
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Tested |
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Waste |
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Payment |
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Workplace documentation |
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Unit Sector(s)
Unit sector |
Blinds and awnings |
Competency field
Competency field |
Co-requisite units
Co-requisite units |
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