Modification History
Not applicable.
Unit Descriptor
Unit descriptor |
This unit covers the competency to produce basic soft furnishing accessories such as basic cushions and other decorative items, following the requirements of patterns. |
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. Identify work requirements |
1.1. Job requirements are identified from work instructions and patterns 1.2. OHS requirements, including ergonomic criteria and personal protection needs, are observed throughout the work 1.3. Pattern is interpreted to determine tool, equipment and material requirements 1.4. Instructions for sequencing of work and particular measurements or adjustments are interpreted 1.5. Work sequence is planned, including quality checkpoints |
2. Prepare for work |
2.1. Suitable work area is selected for the tasks 2.2. Materials are selected to match customer requirements, suitability for the purpose and work instructions 2.3. Potential hazards are identified from observation of the tools, equipment, materials and workplace reference material 2.4. Required tools, equipment and materials are collected in the work area selected |
3. Complete production |
3.1. Soft furnishing accessories are produced following work instructions 3.2. Work is checked against patterns and work sheets at the identified checkpoints 3.3. Non-conformity with the required quality standards is rectified |
4. Finalise operations |
4.1. Completed work is checked against required quality standards 4.2. Documentation is completed following workplace procedures 4.3. Work area is cleaned, tools and equipment are returned to storage 4.4. Unused materials are returned to storage and waste and scrap are dealt with following 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 |
Patterns, materials, tools and equipment. |
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 will generally be in conjunction with assessment of other units of competency. |
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 context |
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Soft furnishing accessories may include : |
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Tools and equipment may 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 policies and practices |
Information and procedures |
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Pattern interpretation |
Pattern interpretation is to result in the determination of type of material specified, required tools and equipment for the task, number and type of soft furnishing accessories to be produced, and quality requirements |
Unit Sector(s)
Unit sector |
Soft Furnishing |
Competency field
Competency field |
Co-requisite units
Co-requisite units |
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