MSFFDM4018 — Research and organise product inspection and testing
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What an assessment for MSFFDM4018 must cover
35 assessable components: 5 elements (20 performance criteria), 1 performance evidence and 11 knowledge evidence requirements, plus 3 foundation skills. An audit-defensible tool maps every question and task back to these — that mapping is the coverage matrix Auditori generates alongside the assessment.
Elements & performance criteria
1 Identify product specifications and test and inspection requirements
- 1.1Read and interpret product quality specifications and drawings to inform test requirements
- 1.2Identify test parameters from product quality specifications and drawings
- 1.3Identify test methods for each required test parameter and select most effective and efficient method according to workplace procedures
- 1.4Identify design features that may impact testing methods, results and inspection procedures
2 Develop inspection and testing procedures
- 2.1Identify appropriate standards, reference materials, test methods or procedures that may be applicable
- 2.2Assess suitability of available standards, reference materials, test methods and/or procedures against testing requirements
- 2.3Identify workplace hazards associated with inspection and testing of product for inclusion in procedures
- 2.4Identify the need for specific equipment, specialised facilities, expert personnel or training needs
- 2.5Select appropriate test methodology consistent with testing requirements and resource availability
- 2.6Identify any changes required to workplace procedures to implement testing or inspection procedures
- 2.7Identify an appropriate sample size of conforming and potentially nonconforming products, materials for testing according to workplace requirements
3 Document procedures
- 3.1Write procedures based on identified requirements for specific product and in accordance with workplace documentation standards
- 3.2Perform test of procedures to ensure suitability of method and accuracy of test procedures
- 3.3Ensure safety, sample preparation, testing, data handling or evidence gathering and reporting procedures are in place
4 Organise testing or inspection of product
- 4.1Ensure all required personnel are available and approved for participation in work area in accordance with workplace procedures
- 4.2Ensure tests are conducted in accordance with documentation and workplace procedures
- 4.3Analyse results of testing to ensure validity of procedures
- 4.4Modify test or inspection procedures as required to ensure quality of results
5 Report findings
- 5.1Document findings of tests in accordance with procedures
- 5.2Recommend resolutions for identified potential or existing problems with tested product in accordance with workplace procedures
Performance evidence
- read and interpret job specifications, drawings, test/inspection and workplace procedures to develop and implement test/inspection procedures for a minimum of four different products or procedures.
Knowledge evidence
- general quality systems theory
- sampling techniques for commonly encountered materials including: • timber • metal alloys • glass • fabrics and textiles • plastics • leather • adhesives • fillers; and • finishes
- inspection techniques and faults common within the sector products
- testing techniques (destructive and nondestructive) relevant to the sector and related equipment/aids
- requirements and processes of specialised inspection and test personnel
- testing requirements at all stages of product development and production, including of samples of raw materials, components, assemblies and end products
- workflow in relation to required times and stages where quality checking is required
- work health and safety requirements, including legislation, building codes, material safety management systems, hazardous and dangerous goods codes, and local safe operating procedures or equivalent
- types of designer or drawer specifications and instructions, including the softwares through which these might be developed and communicated
- quality systems documentation or equivalent containing sampling, inspecting and testing frequency and criteria
- workplace specifications and requirements.
Foundation skills
- Numeracy skills: Numeracy skills to interpret technical information.
- Reading skills: Reading skills to interpret product specifications and drawings.
- Writing skills: Writing skills to record and report on product inspection and testing results.
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Questions about assessing MSFFDM4018
What does an assessment tool for MSFFDM4018 need to cover?
To satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence, an assessment for MSFFDM4018 needs to address all 35 unit components: 5 elements with 20 performance criteria, 1 performance evidence requirements, 11 knowledge evidence requirements, and the foundation skills. A coverage matrix mapping each question and task to these components is what an auditor looks for.
How does Auditori generate an assessment tool for MSFFDM4018?
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