NZASE UNIT STANDARD ITEM BANK QUESTIONS

Each of the following questions is stand-alone and can be used to assess the element below:

The intention of this item bank is for assessors to develop assessment tasks by choosing complete
questions.

Note: If combining parts of questions, you must make sure all Performance Criteria for an element
are included in the assessment task.

Unit Standard 18972

Number

Unit Standard Title Demonstrate knowledge of sources, transference, and uses of

energy.

Element 3 Describe the use of an energy source.

PC 3.1 The description outlines the safe, efficient, or effective use of an

energy source.
QUESTION A:

1. Write down FOUR methods of reducing heat energy loss from a house.

1.

2.

3.

4.

3.1

PC Evidence Judgement
3.1 Double glazing TWO methods used to reduce heat loss
Cavity wall insulation given.
Ceiling insulation
Lagging of tanks and pipes
Draught excluders
Drapes

QUESTION B:

1. A family is sitting watching television on a cold winter night. They have the wood
burner going. Describe TWO things that the family could do to reduce the loss of
heat energy in their room.

3.1

PC Evidence Judgement
3.1 Description of ways to reduce heat TWO methods used to reduce heat loss given.
loss: EG
Batts / insulation in wall
Batts / insulation in ceiling
Close drapes
Shut doors
Or similar

QUESTION C:

1. Describe TWO ways that people use to make themselves safe when using
electricity.

3.1

PC Evidence Judgement
3.1 Description of safety with electricity: ONE method used to ensure safe use of
EG electricity is described.
Fuses
RCDs or isolating transformers / cut
out switches / spike busters
Not using heaters / hair dryers in wet
places
Getting electric blankets checked
Plug guards for young children