Modification History
Not applicable.
Unit Descriptor
Unit descriptor |
This unit covers the competency to use specific sewing machine techniques, with attachments as required, to sew upholstery final cover materials. |
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. Prepare for work |
1.1. Job requirements are identified from work instructions 1.2. Workplace health and safety requirements, including personal protection needs, are observed throughout the work 1.3. Machines, attachments, materials, work method and sequence are determined 1.4. Equipment, including any supplementary equipment, is identified and checked for safe operation, components and controls 1.5. Materials are identified and inspected and problems, including any materials or part-constructed products which do not meet the job order requirements, are identified and reported in accordance with workplace procedures 1.6. Work pieces are laid out in sequence in accordance with specifications and workplace procedures |
2. Conduct sewing operation |
2.1. Sewing machine, including attachments, is set up and adjusted for the work requirements 2.2. Machine is operated to maintain required product quality and outputs 2.3. Finished products are checked for required quality, repaired, and moved to the next process |
3. Complete work |
3.1. Completed work in directed to the next operation in accordance with workplace procedures 3.2. Documentation, including production and/or stock records and/or packing slips are completed in accordance with workplace procedures 3.3. Material which is able to be reused is collected and stored, waste and scrap are removed in accordance with workplace procedures 3.4. Equipment maintenance and work area clean up are completed 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 |
Appropriate sewing machines, work orders, operating procedures, materials and threads. |
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 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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Job requirements include : |
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Machines may include , but are not limited to : |
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Sewing machine set up and adjustments include : |
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Materials to be machined may include but are not limited to : |
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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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