Modification History
Not applicable.
Unit Descriptor
Unit descriptor |
This unit of competency covers the ability to apply National Test Procedures to determine whether a class of simple measures is suitable for trade and then mark it accordingly. It also involves the installation and/or repair of simple measures. |
Application of the Unit
Application of the unit |
This unit of competency is applicable to verifiers operating under a licence to test and mark specific classes of simple measures. Simple measures such as trade masses, length measures and volume measures are used in a wide variety of commerce including retail, hospitality, pharmaceuticals and laboratory services. Industry representatives have provided case studies to illustrate the practical application of this unit of competency and to show its relevance in a workplace setting. These are found at the end of this unit of competency under the section 'This competency in practice'. |
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Not applicable.
Pre-Requisites
Prerequisite units |
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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. Install and repair simple measures |
1.1. Access and correctly interpret information for installing or repairing simple measures 1.2. Select required components, tools and equipment in accordance with manufacturer/component supplier specifications 1.3. Perform installation or repair in accordance with legislation, industry codes of practice and organisational guidelines 1.4. Avoid damage to simple measures during installation or repair |
2. Prepare for verification |
2.1. Identify and evaluate the type of simple measure to be verified 2.2. Access and correctly interpret documentation required for the verification 2.3. Identify and access test equipment, products and consumables required for the verification 2.4. Liaise with the trader to provide the items required on site 2.5. Ensure specified test equipment is fit for purpose in accordance with applicable legislation and organisational procedures 2.6. Store and transport test equipment in accordance with organisational procedures and industry best practice 2.7. Identify relevant local workplace health and safety issues and implement appropriate control strategies |
3. Evaluate simple measure performance |
3.1. Evaluate whether the operating environment will impact on the performance of the simple measure 3.2. Modify the operating environment or implement alternative arrangements to ensure reliable test conditions as necessary 3.3. Identify the maximum permissible errors for the simple measure from the legislative requirements 3.4. Use test equipment safely in accordance with applicable legislation and organisational procedures 3.5. Check simple measure for compliance with the appropriate Certificates of Approval 3.6. Inspect simple measure in accordance with relevant National Test Procedure and appropriate National Measurement Institute policy 3.7. Evaluate results against prescribed performance criteria and determine if the simple measure is suitable for trade use in accordance with legislative requirements |
4. Report verification results |
4.1. Display the verification result on the simple measure in accordance with legislative requirements 4.2. Use test reports to present verification results in the required format 4.3. Complete verification documentation in accordance with legislative requirements and organisational procedures 4.4. Communicate results within the specified time and in accordance with organisational guidelines |
5. Model and encourage compliance with statutory requirements |
5.1. Apply organisation's procedures and practices to meet licensing authority's requirements 5.2. Clarify any issues about licensing requirements with the licensing authority as they arise 5.3. Review work and seek feedback from others to confirm continuing compliance with licensing requirements 5.4. Identify implications of non-compliance with licensing requirements 5.5. Identify inadequacies in trader's procedures and practices which may contribute to non-compliance with licensing requirements and/or national measurement legislation 5.6. Explain inadequacies and possible remedial actions to trader |
6. Maintain statutory records |
6.1. Keep accurate and complete records in accordance with licensing requirements 6.2. Ensure authorisation, training and relevant licences are current in accordance with organisational and licensing requirements 6.3. Inform the licensing administering authority of changes to personal information as required by statute |
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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Overview of assessment |
Competency must be demonstrated in the ability to perform consistently at the required standard for one class of simple measures listed in the Range Statement. |
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit |
Assessors should ensure that candidates can:
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Context of and specific resources for assessment |
This unit of competency is to be assessed in the workplace or simulated workplace environment. This unit of competency may be assessed with:
Resources may include:
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Method of assessment |
The following assessment methods are suggested:
In all cases, practical assessment should be supported by questions to assess underpinning knowledge and those aspects of competency which are difficult to assess directly. Questioning techniques should suit the language and literacy levels of the candidate. |
This competency in practice |
Industry representatives have provided the case studies below to illustrate the practical application of this unit of competency and to show its relevance in a workplace setting. Following an invitation from the trader, a verifier arrives at a millinery shop to verify a one metre rule set in the counter. After introducing him/herself, the verifier outlines the verification procedure and relevant certified reference standard. He/she visually inspects the rule to ensure that it complies with the relevant Certificate of Approval. He/she then conducts the required comparisons between the one metre rule and certified standard in accordance with the National Measurement Institute National Test Procedure. The verifier decides that the measure can be verified and marks the rule with the appropriate certification mark. He/she prepares the Certificate of Verification and presents it to the trader along with an invoice for the work undertaken. On the way out, the verifier notices another rule set into another counter. After examining it, he/she decides that the rule does not comply with the Certificate of Approval and advises the trader that it cannot be used for trade. |
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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Prescribed performance criteria for simple measures |
Prescribed performance criteria for simple measures may include:
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Appropriate documentation |
Where reference is made to documentation, it is expected the latest version will be used. Appropriate documentation may include:
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Certificates of Approval |
Certificates of Approval may include:
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Equipment |
Equipment may include:
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Legislation |
Legislation may include:
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National Test Procedures for simple measures |
National Test Procedures for simple measures may include:
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OHS and environmental management requirements |
OHS and environmental management requirements refers to:
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Operating environmental impacts |
Operating environmental impacts may include:
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Records |
Records may include:
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Simple measures |
Verifiers may be licensed to test and mark specific classes of simple measures from the following list. Simple measures may include:
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Unit Sector(s)
Unit sector |
Trade Measurement |
Competency field
Competency field |
Co-requisite units
Co-requisite units |
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