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Qualification details

LMT31110 - Certificate III in Laundry Operations (Release 2)

Summary

Usage recommendation:
Superseded
Mapping:
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Supersedes and is equivalent to LMT31107 - Certificate III in Laundry Operations 15/Jul/2011
Is superseded by and equivalent to MST30616 - Certificate III in Laundry OperationsSupersedes and is equivalent to LMT31110 Certificate III in Laundry Operations 03/Jul/2016

Releases:
ReleaseRelease date
2 (this release) 27/Jun/2012
(View details for release 1) 16/Jul/2011

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Units of competency

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LMTLA2005A - Operate hydro extractorOperate hydro extractorSupersededN/A
LMTCL2001B - Use a sewing machineUse a sewing machineSupersededN/A
LMTGN2001B - Follow defined OHS policies and proceduresFollow defined OHS policies and proceduresSupersededN/A
MSAPMSUP382A - Provide coaching/mentoring in the workplaceProvide coaching/mentoring in the workplaceSupersededN/A
LMTLA3002A - Determine linen rental requirementsDetermine linen rental requirementsSupersededN/A
MSS402030A - Apply cost factors to work practicesApply cost factors to work practicesSupersededN/A
MSAENV272B - Participate in environmentally sustainable work practicesParticipate in environmentally sustainable work practicesSupersededN/A
MSACMT270A - Use sustainable energy practicesUse sustainable energy practicesDeletedN/A
MSS403032A - Analyse manual handling processesAnalyse manual handling processesSupersededN/A
MSS402001A - Apply competitive systems and practicesApply competitive systems and practicesSupersededN/A
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Classifications

SchemeCodeClassification value
ANZSCO Identifier 811511 Laundry Worker (General) 
ASCO (occupation type) Identifier 8315-11 Laundry Worker 
ASCED Qualification/Course Field of Education Identifier 0399 Other Engineering And Related Technologies 
Qualification/Course Level of Education Identifier 514 Certificate III 
Taxonomy - Industry Sector N/A Laundry and Dry Cleaning Services 
Taxonomy - Occupation N/A Hospital Laundry Supervisor 

Classification history

SchemeCodeClassification valueStart dateEnd date
ANZSCO Identifier 811511 Laundry Worker (General) 28/Jul/2010 
ASCO (occupation type) Identifier 8315-11 Laundry Worker 28/Jul/2010 
ASCED Qualification/Course Field of Education Identifier 0399 Other Engineering And Related Technologies 28/Jul/2010 
Qualification/Course Level of Education Identifier 514 Certificate III 28/Jul/2010 
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Modification History

Release 2 - imported units updated to current versions, outcomes equivalent.

Description

Job roles /employment outcomes 

The Certificate III in Laundry Operations reflects vocational outcomes for those performing supervision roles, specialised technical tasks or multi-skilled roles within a laundry environment.

Application 

This qualification is typically used to develop skill and knowledge in the operations of laundry enterprises.

Pathways Information

Pathways into the qualification 

Direct entry into this qualification requires completion of a total of nineteen (19) units of competency according to the rules described below.

Credit may be granted towards this qualification by those who have completed LMT21410 Certificate II in Laundry Operations or achieved equivalent industry experience.

Pathways from the qualification 

Further training pathways from this qualification include LMT408010 Certificate IV in Laundry Operations and Supervision and other relevant manufacturing qualifications.

Licensing/Regulatory Information

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.

Entry Requirements

Not applicable.

Employability Skills Summary

EMPLOYABILITY SKILLS QUALIFICATION SUMMARY 

Employability Skill 

Industry /enterprise requirements for this qualification include :

Communication 
  • confirm relevant industry and workplace requirements
  • understand personal requirements of relevant industry and workplace standards, regulations and policies
  • read and understand international and Australian care labels and symbols
  • complete standard documentation
  • use communication technologies efficiently
  • communicate problems with garments and stains
  • communicate to others laundry operational requirements
  • ensure laundry records are accurate and legible
  • establish effective working relationships with colleagues
  • undertake interactive workplace communication
  • communicate effectively and appropriately when dealing with customers

Teamwork 
  • explain and implement work team reporting requirements
  • monitor work team tasks in accordance with regulatory and workplace requirements
  • apply team leadership and development techniques
  • demonstrate and encourage others in working cooperatively with people of different ages, gender, race or religion
  • undertake appropriate and effective communication with team members

Problem solving 
  • identify risks and implement risk control measures for chemicals and equipment
  • rectify problems and faults
  • check performance of machinery and operators
  • assess and evaluate skills requirements of self and others to perform tasks
  • deal with and promptly resolve issues
  • use problem solving techniques to determine laundry requirements
  • identify and report potential environmental hazards

Initiative and enterprise 
  • seek and provide feedback on procedures
  • collect and monitor information
  • identify non-conformances to standards and take appropriate action
  • rectify problems promptly and appropriately
  • monitor and adjust activity in response to operational variations
  • contribute to improvements in resource efficiency
  • identify and assess existing and potential risks and seek advice
  • monitor information and records to identify trends that may require remedial action
  • develop and promote continuous improvement

Planning and organising 
  • plan work requirements for self and others as required
  • monitor quality outcomes
  • monitor resource use in own work
  • allocate tasks to operators
  • implement contingency plan promptly when incidents occur
  • identify training needs for the work team and seek training support
  • monitor equipment condition and performance

Self-management 
  • manage own work
  • monitor information in work area
  • keep the work area clean and tidy at all times
  • conduct regular housekeeping activities during shift
  • locate, interpret and apply relevant information
  • monitor own work against quality standards
  • understand own work activities and responsibilities
  • identify and apply safety procedures, including the use of protective equipment
  • manage work load priorities
  • conduct work in a manner which minimises waste

Learning 
  • recognise limits of own expertise
  • assess competencies in meeting job requirements
  • identify own skill requirements and seek skill development if required
  • ask questions to expand own knowledge

Technology 
  • monitor machine operation
  • use machine or equipment in correct operational mode
  • perform minor maintenance on machinery
  • work with technology safely and according to workplace standards
  • handle and use chemicals correctly and safely

Packaging Rules

To be awarded the Certificate III in Laundry Operations, competency must be achieved in nineteen (19) units of competency.

  • Six (6) core units of competency
  • Thirteen (13) elective units of competency.

If the Certificate II in Laundry Operations has been achieved, an additional six (6) units are required. All core units listed must be achieved - any Certificate III core units not achieved at Certificate II must be completed as part of the additional six (6) units required for the Certificate III. Units that have been credited towards lower level qualifications must not be selected in the additional six (6) unit requirement. At least two of the six (6) units must be from Group A units.

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

CORE UNITS 

Complete all six (6) units from this list.

Unit code 

Unit title 

LMTDC2010A

Identify fabric and garment cleaning requirements

LMTGN2001B

Follow defined OH&S policies and procedures

LMTGN2002B

Apply quality standards

LMTGN2003B

Work in the Textiles, Clothing and Footwear industry

LMTGN3002B

Organise and plan own work to achieve planned outcomes

MSAENV272B

Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices

ELECTIVE UNITS 

Select thirteen (13) units as specified below.

  • A minimum of two (2) units must be selected from Group A
  • A minimum of three (3) units must be selected from Group B
  • A maximum of two (2) units may be selected from Group D
  • A maximum of three (3) units may be selected from Group E
  • The remainder must be selected from Groups A, B and C.

NOTE: Competitive Manufacturing Training Package units, identified in Group D as MSACM coded units, should be selected on the basis of work requirements. Those at Certificate II level (units in the 200 series) are appropriate for operators. MSACM units for those in Certificate III level positions such as team leaders should be selected from both the 200 series and the 400 series.

GROUP A 

Unit code 

Unit title 

Prerequisites 

LMTCL3004B

Press whole garments

LMTCL2006B

LMTGN3001B

Control production in a section of a Textiles, Clothing and Footwear enterprise

LMTGN3005B

Plan tasks to assist production operations

LMTGN3007B

Monitor and operate trade waste process

LMTGN3009B

Supervise operations in a textiles, clothing and footwear enterprise

LMTLA3001A

Perform advanced laundry operations

LMTLA3002A

Determine linen rental requirements

MSAPMSUP382A

Provide coaching/mentoring in the workplace

GROUP B 

Unit code 

Unit title 

Prerequisites 

LMTDC2001A

Provide customer service in a dry cleaning or laundry enterprise

LMTDC2007A

Receive and sort articles for cleaning

LMTLA2001A

Conduct safe handling of laundry chemicals

LMTLA2002A

Operate washing machines

LMTLA2003A

Control washing machine operation

LMTLA2002A

LMTLA2004A

Perform linen rewash

LMTLA2002A

LMTLA2005A

Operate hydro extractor

LMTLA2006A

Perform conditioning and drying processes

LMTLA2007A

Finish products for despatch

LMTLA2008A

Repair damaged laundry items

LMTLA2009A

Inspect, fold and pack theatre linen

LMTLA2010A

Prepare products for storage or despatch

LMTLA2011A

Apply infection control policies and procedures in laundry operations

GROUP C 

Unit code 

Unit title 

Prerequisites 

LMTCL2001B

Use a sewing machine

LMTCL2002B

Provide hand sewing and finishing support

LMTCL2003B

Identify fibres and fabrics

LMTCL2004B

Sew components

LMTCL2002B

LMTCL2006B

Press work

LMTGN2004B

Work in a team environment

LMTGN2006B

Perform test or inspection to check product quality

LMTGN2007B

Select, transfer and remove materials and products

LMTGN2008B

Coordinate work of team or section

LMTGN2009B

Operate computing technology in a Textiles, Clothing and Footwear workplace

LMTGN2010B

Perform tasks to support production

MEM07033B

Operate and monitor basic boiler

MEM07034A

Operate and monitor intermediate class boiler

MEM07033B

GROUP D 

Unit code 

Unit title 

Prerequisites 

MSS402010A

Manage the impact of change on own work

MSS403010A

Facilitate change in an organisation implementing competitive systems and practices

MSS402001A

Apply competitive systems and practices

MSS402002A

Sustain process improvements

MSS403001A

Implement competitive systems and practices

MSS403002A

Ensure process improvements are sustained

MSS402021A

Apply Just in Time procedures

MSS402030A

Apply cost factors to work practices

MSS402031A

Interpret product costs in terms of customer requirements

MSS402040A

Apply 5S procedures

MSS402050A

Monitor process capability

MSS402060A

Use planning software systems in operations

MSS402061A

Use SCADA systems in operations

MSACMT270A

Use sustainable energy practices

MSS402080A

Undertake root cause analysis

MSS402081A

Contribute to the application of a proactive maintenance strategy

MSS403021A

Facilitate a Just in Time system

MSS403030A

Improve cost factors in work practices

MSS403032A

Analyse manual handling processes

MSS403040A

Facilitate and improve implementation of 5S

MSS404050A

Undertake process capability improvements

MSS404052A

MSS403051A

Mistake proof an operational process

MSS404052A

Apply statistics to operational processes

MSS404060A

Facilitate the use of planning software systems in a work area or team

MSS402060A

MSS404061A

Facilitate the use of SCADA systems in a team or work area

MSS404081A

Undertake proactive maintenance analyses

MSS404082A

Assist in implementing a proactive maintenance strategy

MSAENV472B

Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices

GROUP E 

Other Laundry Operations units that are available at Certificates II (maximum 1 unit), III (maximum 3 units) and IV (maximum 1 unit)

Other TCF Training Package units that are available at Certificates II (maximum 1 unit), III (maximum 3 units) and IV (maximum 1 unit)

Units from other endorsed Training Packages and accredited courses that are available at Certificates II (maximum 1 unit), III (maximum 3 units) and IV (maximum 1 unit)

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