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What are Regional Occupational Standards (ROS)
ROS define the competencies required for effective workplace performance
They are Benchmarked against International Standards including those in the UK, Canada and Australia and are produced in collaboration with industry experts & professionals
The National Training Agency of Trinidad and Tobago has formed seven (7) Industry Training Organizations made up of Employers in sectors of:
- AGRICULTURE
- AIR CONDITIONING & REFRIGERATION
- CONSTRUCTION
- ENERGY
- INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
- TOURISM & HOSPITALITY
- FOOD & BEVERAGE
Occupational Standards consists of:
Units - Reflect the function or duty within the occupational area
Elements - Reflect the tasks to accomplish the duty
Performance Criteria - describe critical outcomes which have to be achieved and the standard of performance required
Range Statement - situations that candidates must demonstrate competence
Underpinning Knowledge and Skills - the underpinning principles, methodologies and skills required to achieve performance outcomes
Evidence Guide - details the critical aspect of evidence that is necessary to deem a person competent
Example of an Occupational Standard
TITLE : Home Furnishings
UNIT: Create Pattern Drafts for Home Furnishings
ELEMENT: Draft and cut patterns
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA : Cut pattern along guidelines
RANGE : Patterns for cushions basic, quilted, bolster
KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING : How to draft patterns
*Evidence Guide Details the critical aspect of evidence that is necessary to deem a person competent
