Modification History
Not applicable.
Unit Descriptor
Unit descriptor |
This unit covers the skills and knowledge to press whole garments. |
Application of the Unit
Application of the Unit |
The unit applies to pressing of whole garments, which may include many components, complex seams and fabrics. Operator skills may contribute to the final appearance and finish of the work. Garments may include shirts, trousers, dresses, skirts, tailored jackets and evening wear. Fabrics could include wool suitings, satin, velvet, chiffon, silks, linen, and lace. Work may be conducted in small to large scale enterprises and may involve individual and team activities The application of this unit is according to OHS practices of the enterprise and workplace practices, which may include:
This unit requires the application of skills associated with planning and organising to press garments. Problem solving skills are required to identify specific pressing needs and identify any production problems. Self management skills are used to ensure safe use of technology and conformance of own work to quality standards. |
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Not applicable.
Pre-Requisites
Prerequisites |
LMTCL2006B |
Employability Skills Information
Employability Skills |
This unit contains employability skills. |
Elements and Performance Criteria Pre-Content
Not applicable.
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENT |
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
1 Prepare workstation |
1.1 Work area is set up according to OHS practices . 1.2 Pressing equipment is cleaned and checked. 1.3 Routine minor maintenance is performed. 1.4 Work is laid out in correct proximity and sequence. |
2 Press garment |
2.1 Garment is received, quality checked, and any follow-up action determined. 2.2 Faults, spots and marks are identified and appropriate action taken. 2.3 Appropriate attachments are selected and used. 2.4 Pressing is sequenced. 2.5 Work is positioned on pressing equipment according to product requirements. 2.6 Heat, steam, vacuum, pressure and time are applied according to product requirements and fabric specifications. 2.7 Work is pressed according to OHS practices. 2.8 Equipment and work handling are controlled for variations in work type and construction and pressing requirements. |
3 Despatch pressed garment |
3.1 Pressed garment is inspected and compared against workplace pressing standards. 3.2 Results of inspection of work are recorded. 3.3 Subsequent action to correct faulty work is reported and recorded . 3.4 Preventative action taken to avoid any recurrence of faulty work is recorded. 3.5 Pressed garment is hung or packed and directed to required despatch area, despatch storage or packing sections. |
Required Skills and Knowledge
This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level, required for this unit. |
Demonstrates knowledge of:
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Demonstrates skills to:
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Evidence Guide
The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria, Required Skills and Knowledge, the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package. |
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Critical aspects of evidence |
Demonstrates skills and knowledge to:
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Consistency in performance |
Consistently applies skills and knowledge when:
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Resource implications |
Access is required to real or appropriately simulated situations, including work areas, materials and equipment, and to information on workplace practices and OHS practices. |
Context for assessment |
Assessment may occur on the job or in an appropriately simulated environment. |
Interdependent assessment |
This unit may be assessed independently or in combination with other relevant units. |
Range Statement
RANGE STATEMENT 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. Add any essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment depending on the work situation, needs if the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts. |
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Legislative/regulatory requirements |
All work must comply with relevant Federal and State or Territory legislative or regulatory requirements. |
OHS practices |
OHS practices include hazard identification and control, risk assessment and implementation of risk reduction measures specific to the tasks described by this unit, and may relate to:
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Pressing equipment may include: |
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Routine minor maintenance may include: |
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Garment may include: |
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Reported and recorded |
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Unit Sector(s)
Sector |
Clothing Production |