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Assess suitability of exterior shading products

Assess suitability of exterior shading products

Unit of competency
National Code
MSFBAA306
State Code
OFK10
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
13/03/2026
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
28/07/2026
Original Release Date
13/03/2026
Nominal Hours
35
Field of Education
030199 - Manufacturing Engineering And Technology, N.e.c.
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to assess the suitability of exterior shading products in a range of environments, taking into account building structure, environmental constraints, regulations and legislation.The unit applies to individuals who work under limited supervision to assess the suitability of exterior shading products prior to installation, which may include exterior blinds, awnings, louvre shutters and roller shutters.All work must be carried out to comply with workplace procedures, according to state/territory health and safety regulations, legislation and standards that apply to the workplace.
General notes
N/A
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Develop and maintain knowledge of exterior shading products
  • 1.1 Research and analyse information on characteristics of product, and component characteristics
  • 1.2 Collect and organise materials, product samples and visual aids for future reference and use
  • 1.3 Research and analyse information on building styles, building codes, regulations and legislation required for assessing suitability of exterior shading products
2. Assess site for suitability of exterior shading products
  • 2.1 Review work instructions to establish customer requirements
  • 2.2 Inspect and measure installation location, observing workplace health and safety requirements
  • 2.3 Assess site restrictions and features relevant to installation of exterior shading products
  • 2.4 Assess restrictions and limitations of exterior shading products
3. Provide advice to customer
  • 3.1 Explain characteristics of product to customer using sample materials, visual aids and product specifications
  • 3.2 Explain building covenant and other regulations and legislative requirements relevant to product, building and location to customer
  • 3.3 Select range of suggested product styles and materials, and present to customer for evaluation
  • 3.4 Discuss and respond to customer queries using examples to illustrate advice on finished products
4. Finalise assessment
  • 4.1 Return sample products to storage
  • 4.2 Calculate product costing
  • 4.3 Prepare report of recommended product and costing
  • 4.4 Present assessment and costing information to customer
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
OBP18 MSFBA3018 Assess suitability of blinds and awnings Unit of competency