Elements describe the essential outcomes.

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

1

Assess client product need

1.1

Client is engaged and design and decoration needs discussed

1.2

Budget, time, colour and function parameters for decoration product are identified

1.3

Client documentation is completed

2

Source and assess suitability of products

2.1

Products are researched and suitable choices made for potential use

2.2

Performance and characteristics of products are evaluated and recorded

2.3

Use requirements of the product are analysed for appropriateness to the application

2.4

Quality and compliance issues are assessed to ensure the products state manufacturer specifications for use

2.5

Environmental issues are considered in sourcing and selecting products

2.6

Sustainability of products is assessed in terms of durability and wear

2.7

Manufacturing standards and equipment are reviewed to comply with the chosen materials

2.8

Sources or suppliers of products are found and recorded

2.9

Costs associated with purchasing and obtaining the products are recorded and reported

3

Specify products

3.1

Products are selected according to the style of the space

3.2

Final selection of products and finishes is compiled and verified based on the assessment of suitability

3.3

Presentation of the product and finish information is made to the client

Specifies different work environments and conditions that may affect performance. Essential operating conditions that may be present (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) are included. Range is restricted to essential operating conditions and any other variables essential to the work environment.

Unit context includes: 

• work health and safety (WHS) requirements, including legislation, material safety management systems, and local safe operating procedures or equivalent
• work is carried out in accordance with legislative obligations, environmental legislation, Australian Standards, relevant health regulations, manual handling procedures, Liveable and Accessible Housing Design guidelines, and organisation insurance requirements
• work requires individuals to demonstrate some discretion, judgement and problem solving

Products include: 

• furniture
• soft furnishings
• floor treatments
• curtain treatments
• built-in cabinetry or fittings
• light fittings
• lamps
• picture framing
• tapware
• laundry fittings
• bathroom fittings
• toilet fittings
• kitchen fittings
• finishes:

• paints
• waxes
• lacquers
• stains
• pigments
• oils
• plastic coatings
• veneers
• ceramics
• stone
• glass
• textiles
• other textures

Research includes: 

• computer internet research
• viewing swatches
• studying the Pantone Matching System (PMS)
• journals (directions magazines)
• design shows
• retail and wholesale outlets
• trade fairs

Performance and characteristics include: 

• assessment of products to determine if they meet the requirements of the intended end use application and how well they do it, and the durability and composition of the product

Quality includes: 

• an inspection system for ensuring that pre-determined quality standards are being met, highlighting non-conformances requiring intervention

Compliance includes: 

• ensuring that the product meets with Australian Standards or ISO 9000 series quality standards and state and territory manufacturing specifications (where applicable)

Environmental issues include: 

• how the use of raw materials effects the ecology and environment and how its continued use will affect the area it has been sourced from, and what impact will be felt by reducing or stopping material from the source

Sustainability includes: 

• life of the product
• durability
• maintenance and repair issues
• what protective elements it may possess

Materials include: 

• solid timber (native and imported)
• manufactured timber products
• plastic
• metal
• alloys
• stone
• glass
• textiles
• fibreglass
• foam
• cardboard
• paper products
• any other manipulable substance

Sources include: 

• suppliers
• wholesalers
• retailers
• manufacturers
• designers

Costs include: 

• the cost of products and materials together with the cost of obtaining them either locally, interstate or overseas

Spaces include: 

• commercial or domestic spaces
• rooms, such as:

• bedrooms
• bathrooms
• kitchens
• laundries
• living spaces
• multi-purpose rooms
• storage rooms
• studies
• offices
• garages
• rumpus rooms
• media rooms
• toilets
• pantries
• entertainment areas
• halls
• workstations