WRRO10A PERFORMANCE CRITERIA ELEMENTS OF COMPETENCY CREATE AN INNOVATIVE WORK ENVIRONMENT

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1 WRRO10A CREATE AN INNOVATIVE WORK ENVIRONMENT This unit covers the skills and knowledge required to create a workplace environment that enables and supports the application of innovative practices in the workplace. The work environment includes all aspects of a workplace including working conditions and practices, management practices, physical layout and training and education. ELEMENTS OF COMPETENCY 1 Implement work practices and procedures to support innovation 2 Implement management practices to support innovation 3 Promote innovation in the workplace PERFORMANCE CRITERIA 1.1 Working conditions are established which encourage the application of innovation at work. 1.2 Processes are implemented to maximise the use of innovation at work skills. 1.3 Workplace procedures are introduced and maintained to foster the application of innovation at work. 1.4 Collaborative work arrangements are facilitated to foster innovation. 2.1 The development of new ideas is actively supported and guided. 2.2 All ideas are positively received and constructive advice provided. 2.3 Relationships based on mutual respect and trust are established and maintained between management and staff. 2.4 Innovative work practice is exemplified in the way management approaches work and team responsibilities. 3.1 Staff s suggestions, improvements and innovation are acknowledged. 3.2 Innovation is celebrated and promoted by appropriate means. 3.3 The value placed by management on innovation in spite of the potential risks is promoted and reinforced. 295

2 ELEMENTS OF COMPETENCY 4 Create a physical environment which supports innovation 5 Provide information and learning opportunities to foster innovation PERFORMANCE CRITERIA 4.1 The physical environment is decorated to maximise creativity. 4.2 Work spaces are designed to encourage the cross fertilisation of ideas as well as the application of innovation at work skills. 4.3 The work space is designed to provide for the development of relationships between all members of the workplace. 5.1 Relevant information, knowledge and skills are shared within the organisation. 5.2 Formal learning opportunities are provided to help develop skills needed for innovation at work. 5.3 Active learning opportunities are created in which managers and staff can learn from the experience of others. 296

3 RANGE OF VARIABLES The Range of Variables provide the range of applications of this competency standard to allow for differences within enterprises and workplaces. It provides details of practices, knowledge and requirements referred to in the elements and performance criteria. The variables chosen in training and assessment will depend on the work contexts. The following variables may include but are not limited to: Workplace procedures may include: those relating to staff meetings training performance management project management client relations briefing processes Physical environment may include: work station arrangements work space design and décor relaxation areas eating areas external areas location of work sections Work activities may include: the development of new products processes services programs tools work practices Working conditions may include: flexible working hours family friendly leave entitlements time provided for ideas generation study leave social leave Processes to encourage the application of innovation at work skills may include: collecting data future scanning seeking feedback networking making suggestions creative thinking collaborating 297

4 RANGE OF VARIABLES (CONTINUED) Collaborative arrangements may include: working in teams or partnerships working with supplier organisations working in different sections Methods for reflection and review may include: systematic collection of data informal processes building review into project schedules staff meetings Acknowledging ideas may include: congratulating team providing newsletter stories using idea to help generate other ideas acknowledgement from management Information and learning opportunities may include: formal training or education informal learning coaching and mentoring job rotation information seminars on-line learning conferences policies and procedures reports 298

5 EVIDENCE GUIDE The following components of the evidence guide relate directly to the performance criteria and the range of variables for the unit of competency and provide guidance for assessment of the unit in the workplace and/or training program. Critical Aspects of Evidence Competency in this unit requires evidence that the candidate: Organises procedures to support innovation in the workplace. Encourages collaborative work arrangements. Implements management practices that support innovation. Provides encouragement for innovation. Rewards suggestions, improvements and innovation in the workplace through celebration and promotion by appropriate means. Creates a physical environment which supports innovation. Establishes strategies to promote innovative work practice. Provides information and learning opportunities to foster innovation. Underpinning Skills and Knowledge Knowledge and skills are essential to apply this standard in the workplace, to transfer to other contexts and deal with unplanned events. The requirements for this unit of competency are listed below: Knowledge of: Innovation at work skills Basic management principles The ways workplace climate can affect employees attitudes and performance Coaching and learning opportunities for employees and how they can be used to improve the skills in the use of innovative work practices Factors that can motivate staff to apply innovative work practices Ways of rewarding performance in the workplace Skills in: Interpersonal skills Leadership skills Encouraging and supporting employees achievements Accessing, interpreting and sharing information Researching information Discussing ideas and providing feedback 299

6 EVIDENCE GUIDE (CONTINUED) Generic Process Skills There are a number of processes that are learnt throughout work and life which are required in all jobs. They are fundamental processes and generally transferable to other work functions. Some of these are covered by the key competencies, although others may be added. The questions below highlight how these processes are applied in this unit of competency. Following each question a number indicates the level to which the key competency needs to be demonstrated where 0 = not required, 1 = perform the process, 2 = perform and administer the process, and 3 = perform, administer and design the process. Key Competency Example of Application Performance Level How can communication of ideas and information be applied? How can information be collected, analysed and organised? How are activities planned and organised? How can team work be applied? How can the use of mathematical ideas and techniques be applied? How can problem solving skills be applied? How can the use of technology be applied? The communication process is applied in the sharing of ideas and the collaborative development of ideas. This process is critical for this unit. It is evident in the information gathered to change layouts and procedures. Planning would need to be applied in the provision of learning and coaching opportunities. Managers, team leaders and employees are encouraged to work collaboratively in applying innovative work practices to organisational activities. Mathematical ideas would need to be applied in planning of organisational activities and budgeting of resources. Problem solving would be applied to overcoming inappropriate aspects of workplace culture, and resolving conflicts within the section/organisation being managed. Technology might be used to obtain, analyse and share information on innovative work practices and organisations that are examples of good practice in their use

7 EVIDENCE GUIDE (CONTINUED) Context of Assessment Assessment Process For valid and reliable assessment of this unit, evidence should be gathered through a range of methods to indicate consistent performance. It can be gathered from assessment of the unit of competency alone, through an integrated assessment activity or through a combination of both. Evidence should be gathered as part of the learning process. Integrated Competency Assessment Evidence is most relevant when provided through an integrated activity which combines the elements of competency for each unit, or a cluster of units of competency. The candidate will be required to Apply knowledge and skills which underpin the process required to demonstrate competence, including appropriate key competencies. Integrate knowledge and skills critical to demonstrating competence in this unit. Unit WRRO10A can be assessed with other units that make up a particular job function. Evidence Gathering Methods Evidence should include products, processes and procedures from the workplace context. Evidence might include: Observation of the person in the workplace Third party reports from a supervisor Answers to questions about specific skills and knowledge Resources Required A retail work environment Relevant documentation, such as: store policy and procedures manuals A range of communication equipment 301

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