Unit of competency
Modification History
Release 2. Supersedes and is equivalent to MSTGN2001 Use steaming and pressing equipment in TCF production (Release 1)
Removed duplication of element 4.1 and 4.4
Release 1. Supersedes and is equivalent to LMTML2006A Use millinery steaming and pressing equipment
Application
This unit of competency covers skills and knowledge required to use steaming and pressing equipment in textile or clothing production operations, dry cleaning, laundry operations and millinery. It applies to garment or textile production, servicing and presentation according to the requirements and standards of the relevant textile, clothing and footwear (TCF) industry sector.
The unit of competency applies to pressing work where the position and handling of work are under the control of the operator and operator skills contribute to the final appearance and finish of the work.
The unit of competency applies to maintaining and operating equipment to press work that requires knowledge of a wider range of fabrics or more complex items. Work may be conducted in small to large scale enterprises and may involve individual and team activities.
This unit of competency is applicable to all sectors of the TCF industry.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Pre-requisite Unit
Nil
Competency Field
Generic
Unit Sector
Not applicable
Elements and Performance Criteria
Elements Elements describe the essential outcomes. |
Performance criteria Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. |
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1 |
Determine job requirements |
1.1 |
Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) |
1.2 |
Comply with work health and safety (WHS) requirements at all times |
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1.3 |
Use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) in accordance with SOPs |
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1.4 |
Identify job requirements from specifications, drawings, job sheets or work instructions |
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2 |
Prepare to use steaming and pressing equipment |
2.1 |
Prepare work area according to industry production sector and workplace procedures |
2.2 |
Select, check and inspect steaming and pressing equipment and workstation |
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2.3 |
Identify materials to be steamed or pressed and their performance characteristics |
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3 |
Test pressing and steaming equipment |
3.1 |
Test steaming of sample materials according to composition and construction of materials |
3.2 |
Test pressing of sample materials according to composition and construction of materials |
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3.3 |
Adjust settings on pressing and steaming equipment, as necessary |
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3.4 |
Identify operational problems of equipment, report and address |
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4 |
Use steaming and pressing equipment |
4.1 |
Conduct steaming and pressing according to the tests on material samples and manufacturer instructions |
4.2 |
Engage steaming and pressing equipment to form, adjust, finish and present garments, textiles or millinery, as required |
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4.3 |
Disengage steaming and pressing equipment according to manufacturer instructions |
Foundation Skills
This section describes those required skills (language, literacy and numeracy) that are essential to performance.
Foundation skills essential to performance are explicit in the performance criteria of this unit of competency.
Range of Conditions
This field allows for different work environments and conditions that may affect performance. Essential operating conditions that may be present (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) are included. |
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Workplace procedures include one or more of the following: |
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Industry production sectors include, but are not limited to, the following: |
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Australian Standards include: |
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Check and inspect includes, but is not limited to, the following: |
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Materials include, but are not limited to, one or more of the following: |
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Unit Mapping Information
Release 2. Supersedes and is equivalent to MSTGN2001 Use steaming and pressing equipment in TCF production (Release 1)
Release 1. Supersedes and is equivalent to LMTML2006A Use millinery steaming and pressing equipment
Links
Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=a203ec5c-de7d-406b-b3e1-8f1a9b76e92e