Modification History
Not applicable.
Unit Descriptor
Unit descriptor |
This unit covers the competency to measure, mark out, cut and sew skirts for items of upholstered furniture. |
Application of the Unit
Application of the unit |
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Not applicable.
Pre-Requisites
Prerequisite units |
Nil |
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Employability Skills Information
Employability skills |
This unit contains employability skills. |
Elements and Performance Criteria Pre-Content
Elements describe the essential outcomes of a unit of competency. |
Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the required skills and knowledge section and the range statement. Assessment of performance is to be consistent with the evidence guide. |
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENT |
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
1. Plan work operations |
1.1. Specifications concerning design, fabrics, accessories and finish for the skirts are confirmed with designer/customer/client, as required 1.2. Workplace health and safety requirements, including personal protection needs, are observed throughout the work 1.3. Fabrics, work method and sequence are determined 1.4. Suitable work area is selected, prepared and cleaned of any contaminants 1.5. Appropriate equipment and tools are selected and checked for safe operation 1.6. Fabric is selected and checked in terms of quantity, quality, contaminants, size, pattern and consistency |
2. Measure and mark out pattern/template |
2.1. Measurements are taken from furniture item to be fitted or from job sheet/specification 2.2. Pattern/template is developed from measurements 2.3. Fabric is laid out and pattern/template located to conform with pattern/nap/direction of the fabric and to minimise wastage 2.4. Any registration points on the pattern and other instructions to match required pattern components are marked 2.5. Fabric is marked in accordance with workplace procedures |
3. Cut and sew skirts |
3.1. Fabric is squared up to the edges or guide markings on the cutting table 3.2. Fabric is cut and work inspected to ensure accuracy/tolerance in accordance with workplace procedures 3.3. Sewing machine set up requirements and adjustments are identified and followed 3.4. Machine maintains required product quality and output 3.5. Finished skirts are checked for required quality and reprocessed if required |
4. Complete work |
4.1. Workplace documentation is completed in accordance with procedures 4.2. Waste and scrap are removed in accordance with workplace procedures 4.3. Machines and tools used are cleaned, inspected for serviceability and stored in accordance with workplace procedures 4.4. Equipment is maintained and work area is cleaned in accordance with workplace procedures |
Required Skills and Knowledge
REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE |
This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit. |
Required skills |
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Required knowledge |
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Evidence Guide
EVIDENCE GUIDE |
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The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package. |
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Critical aspects of evidence |
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Resource implications |
Tape measures, scissors, cutting table, fabric, sewing machines, work order/furniture to be fitted, workplace information including work procedures and/or equipment instructions. |
Method of assessment |
Assessment methods must confirm consistency of performance over time and in a range of workplace relevant contexts. Assessment should be by direct observation of tasks and questioning on underpinning knowledge. Assessment should be conducted over time and may be in conjunction with assessment of other units of competency which together form a part of the job role. |
Context of assessment |
Assessment may occur on the job or in a workplace simulated facility with relevant process equipment, materials, work instructions and deadlines. |
Range Statement
RANGE STATEMENT |
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The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included. |
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Unit scope |
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Unit context |
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Tools and equipment may include , but are not limited to : |
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Sewing machines may include : |
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Sewing machine set up and adjustments include : |
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Materials may include : |
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Personal protective equipment |
Personal protective equipment is to include that prescribed under legislation, regulations and enterprise practices and procedures. It may include:
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Information and procedures |
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Unit Sector(s)
Unit sector |
Upholstery |
Competency field
Competency field |
Co-requisite units
Co-requisite units |
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