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Qualification details

LMF30902 - Certificate III in Soft Furnishing (Release 2)

Summary

Usage recommendation:
Superseded
Mapping:
MappingNotesDate
Is superseded by and equivalent to MSF30613 - Certificate III in Soft Furnishing 09/Dec/2013

Releases:
ReleaseRelease date
2 (this release) 19/Oct/2011
(View details for release 1) 11/May/2009

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Units of competency

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LMFSF2001B - Cut single layer fabricsCut single layer fabricsSupersededN/A
LMFSF2005B - Operate a steam pressOperate a steam pressSupersededN/A
LMFSF3002B - Use automated curtain pleating equipmentUse automated curtain pleating equipmentSupersededN/A
LMFSF3010B - Manufacture bed linen and table clothsManufacture bed linen and table clothsSupersededN/A
LMFSF2014B - Use soft furnishing sector hand and power toolsUse soft furnishing sector hand and power toolsSupersededN/A
MSAPMOPS101A - Make measurementsMake measurementsSupersededN/A
LMFSF2012B - Fit and adjust interior blindsFit and adjust interior blindsSupersededN/A
LMFSF3007B - Lay out patterns and cut fabricsLay out patterns and cut fabricsSupersededN/A
MSAPMSUP106A - Work in a teamWork in a teamSupersededN/A
LMFSF2007B - Construct unlined curtains/drapesConstruct unlined curtains/drapesSupersededN/A
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Classifications

SchemeCodeClassification value
ANZSCO Identifier 393311 Upholsterer 
ASCO (occupation type) Identifier 4942-11 Furniture Upholsterer 
ASCED Qualification/Course Field of Education Identifier 0301 Manufacturing Engineering And Technology 
Qualification/Course Level of Education Identifier 514 Certificate III 
Taxonomy - Industry Sector N/A Home Furnishing 
Taxonomy - Occupation N/A Curtain Maker,Soft Furnisher 

Classification history

SchemeCodeClassification valueStart dateEnd date
ANZSCO Identifier 393311 Upholsterer 02/Feb/2007 
ASCO (occupation type) Identifier 4942-11 Furniture Upholsterer 01/Aug/2003 
ASCED Qualification/Course Field of Education Identifier 0301 Manufacturing Engineering And Technology 01/Aug/2003 
Qualification/Course Level of Education Identifier 514 Certificate III 11/May/2009 
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Modification History

Clarification made to elective choice in Group D.

Description

This qualification describes the skills and knowledge required to perform soft furnishing sewing, selection, manufacture and installation of curtains and drapes and/or blinds with required fittings and may include manufacture of bedspreads, linen and soft furnishing accessories.

Job roles /employment outcomes 

The LMF30902 Certificate III in Soft Furnishing reflects vocational outcomes for those performing reflects vocational outcomes for those performing soft furnishing manufacture and installation processes in a defined range of skilled operations, usually within a range of broader related activities involving known routines, methods and procedures, where some discretion and judgement is required in the selection of equipment, services or contingency measures and within known time constraints.

Application 

This qualification is typically used to develop skills and a breadth, depth and complexity of knowledge in soft furnishing making and installing techniques and would cover selecting, adapting and transferring this skill and knowledge to new environments and providing technical advice and some leadership in resolution of specific problems. Application would be across a range of roles in a variety of contexts with some complexity in the extent and choice of options available and may involve some responsibility for others. Participation in teams including group or team coordination may be required.

Pathways into the qualification 

This qualification may be accessed by direct entry. Credit can be granted towards this qualification by those who have completed LMF20702 Certificate II in Soft Furnishing or achieved equivalent industry experience.

Pathways from the qualification 

Further training pathways from this qualification may include LMF40202 Certificate IV in Furnishing Technology, LMF40408 Certificate IV in Interior Decoration or similar qualifications plus relevant supervisory, management or competitive manufacturing qualifications.

Licensing considerations 

There are no specific licences that relate to this qualification. However, depending on the jurisdiction, licensing or regulatory requirements may apply to the use of some units in this qualification. Local regulations should be checked for details.

Pathways Information

Not applicable.

Licensing/Regulatory Information

Not applicable.

Entry Requirements

Not applicable.

Employability Skills Summary

EMPLOYABILITY SKILLS QUALIFICATION SUMMARY 

Employability Skill 

Industry /enterprise requirements for this qualification include :

Communication
  • complete written documents, forms and timesheets
  • use communication technologies efficiently
  • communicate production abnormalities
  • demonstrate effective and appropriate communication and interpersonal skills when dealing with people from a range of backgrounds
  • read, interpret and communicate production schedules
  • communicate with all team members

Teamwork
  • work cooperatively with people of different ages, gender, race or religion
  • liaise with and provide support to other team members
  • work as part of a team
  • keep team members informed of changes to work practices
  • identify team performance required to meet customer needs
  • provide leadership to others in the team
  • encourage the sharing of information between team members
  • plan and support team activities

Problem-solving
  • identify and report problems and make contributions to their solution
  • investigate problem causes
  • implement changes
  • examine tools for damage, missing components or other defects
  • identify and promptly address problems or issues
  • assess quality of work pieces
  • determine effective work practices
  • provide problem solving support to team members
  • problem solve machine operational and maintenance requirements

Initiative and enterprise
  • seek and provide feedback on procedures
  • gather and analyse information
  • record information on the quality and other indicators of production performance
  • adjust and implement production schedules changes
  • provide leadership
  • identify and implement process improvements
  • coordinate work activities and manufacturing processes
  • monitor workplace performance
  • use analytical and decision making skills

Planning and organising
  • identify hazards and implement appropriate hazard control measures
  • organise self and others to meet production schedules
  • identify and rectify stock shortages in advance
  • sequence work to maximise safety and productivity
  • select and use appropriate tools and equipment
  • determine materials, quality and production requirements
  • apply time management skills to ensure work flow

Self-management
  • interpret and apply relevant acts and regulations
  • keep the work area clean and tidy at all times
  • conduct regular housekeeping activities
  • understand own work activities
  • manage own time and establish own work schedule
  • develop and implement workplace procedures and instructions
  • locate, interpret and apply information relevant to own work
  • monitor and evaluate own work quality
  • accept responsibility for quality of work

Learning
  • develop learning activities as appropriate
  • assess competencies in meeting job requirements
  • identify own training needs and seek skill development if required
  • listen to feedback from others
  • identify sources of information to expand knowledge and understanding
  • identify and address skill development needs of others in the team

Technology
  • use software applications effectively
  • properly start up, operate and shut down computers
  • work with technology safely and according to workplace standards
  • establish procedures
  • carry out pre-operational checks on equipment and machines
  • operate equipment and machines safely, efficiently and to productivity requirements
  • monitor and adjust machine functions
  • perform machine maintenance as determined by workplace procedures
  • clean and check equipment and machines

Packaging Rules

Packaging Rules 

To be awarded the LMF30902 Certificate III in Soft Furnishing, competency must be achieved in twenty  (20 ) units of competency.

  • six  (6 ) core units of competency
  • fourteen  (14 ) elective units of competency.

Note: Where prerequisite units apply, these have been listed, and must be considered in the total number of units.

CORE UNITS 

Complete all six  (6 ) units from this list.

Unit code 

Unit title 

Prerequisites 

LMFSF2014B

Use soft furnishing sector hand and power tools

MSAENV272B

Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices

MSAPMOHS200A

Work safely

MSAPMOPS101A

Make measurements

MSAPMSUP102A

Communicate in the workplace

MSAPMSUP106A

Work in a team

ELECTIVE UNITS 

Select fourteen  (14 ) units from Groups A, B, C and D as specified below.

Group A 

Select a maximum of four  (4 ) units from either  Group A or Group B.

Unit code 

Unit title 

Prerequisites 

LMFSF2001B

Cut single layer fabrics

LMFSF2002B

Machine sew materials

LMFSF2003B

Machine sew using specific techniques

LMFSF2007B

Construct unlined curtains/drapes

LMFSF2008B

Construct lined curtains/drapes

Group B 

Unit code 

Unit title 

Prerequisites 

LMFSF2010B

Make up tracks for window coverings

LMFSF2011B

Fit and adjust curtain hardware

LMFSF2012B

Fit and adjust interior blinds

LMFSF2013B

Dress windows

LMFSF3014B

Provide technical advice to customers

Group C 

Select a minimum of five  (5 ) units from Group C.

Unit code 

Unit title 

Prerequisites 

LMFSF2004B

Hand sew soft furnishings

LMFSF2005B

Operate a steam press

LMFSF2006B

Calculate fabric quantities for window coverings

LMFSF2009B

Construct padded pelmets

LMFSF3001B

Operate drop cutting machines

LMFSF3002B

Use automated curtain pleating equipment

LMFSF3003B

Follow patterns to produce window toppings

LMFSF3004B

Construct Roman-style blinds

LMFSF3005B

Construct Austrian/festoon-style blinds

LMFSF3006B

Chemically join textiles

LMFSF3007B

Lay out patterns and cut fabrics

LMFSF3008B

Measure up and calculate fabric quantities for window coverings

LMFSF3009B

Manufacture bedspreads

LMFSF3010B

Manufacture bed linen and table cloths

LMFSF3011B

Advise customers on interior decoration

LMFSF3012B

Install motorised curtains and blinds

LMFSF3013B

Follow patterns to produce soft furnishing accessories

Group D 

Up to five  (5 ) relevant units may be chosen from units not already selected from Group C, or other units available in this Training Package or other endorsed Training Packages and accredited courses. Those units must be aligned at Certificate II level (maximum 1 unit), Certificate III level (maximum 5 units) or Certificate IV level (maximum 1 unit).

Units selected from other Training Packages and accredited courses via Group D must be relevant to the qualification outcome and not duplicate units available within this qualification.

If Competitive Manufacturing units are chosen (identified as MSACM in the code), these should only be selected on the basis of work requirements.

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