Unit of competency details

Unit descriptor 

This unit covers the skills and knowledge required to assemble and fit commercially tailored or bespoke garments.

Application of the Unit 

This unit applies to assembly and fitting of commercially tailored or bespoke garments. Discretion and judgement may be required, for both self and others, in planning and selecting processes, procedures or outcomes. Degree of complexity will relate to fabrics being used and intricacy of design

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:

• requirements prescribed by legislation, awards, agreements and conditions of employment
• standard operating procedures
• work instructions
• oral, written and visual communication
• quality practices, including responsibility for maintenance of own work quality and contribution to quality improvement of team or section output
• housekeeping
• tasks related to environmental protection, waste disposal, pollution control and recycling

This unit requires skills associated with communication to interpret and apply pattern specifications. Planning and organising are required for the safe and effective application of operations and technology to produce a garment to quality standards. Problem solving will be required to determine modifications following garment fitting.

Prerequisites 

Employability Skills 

This unit contains employability skills.

ELEMENT 

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA 

1 Prepare garment pieces

1.1 Fabric pieces and linings are pinned or sewn together as required, and appropriately hung in readiness for assembly

1.2 First fitting is conducted with the client and necessary changes made, as required

2 Assemble garment

2.1 Pieces are sewn together to form the whole garment in accordance with pattern specifications and OHS practices 

2.2 Garment is pressed in accordance with requirements

2.3 Second fitting of garment is assessed with client

2.4 Modifications are determined in consultation with the client, where necessary

3 Finish garment

3.1 Alterations are undertaken, where relevant

3.2 Hand sewing is assessed and trims applied in accordance with design requirements

3.3 Garment is finished to meet specifications and appropriate labels attached

4 Conduct final fitting

4.1 Final fitting is conducted to ensure client satisfaction and to confirm correct sizing, look and wearer comfort

5 Maintain document

5.1 All relevant paperwork and documentation is prepared in accordance with enterprise procedures

This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level required for this unit.

Demonstrates knowledge of:

• garment construction
• assembly methods
• fabric properties and their characteristics
• safety and environmental aspects of relevant enterprise activities
• OHS practices, including hazard identification and control measures
• quality practices
• workplace practices
• recording and reporting practices

Demonstrates skills to:

• perform alterations
• hand and machine sew and apply trims
• apply all the relevant safety practices when working in the clothing industry
• communicate effectively with individuals, work groups and supervisors
• read, interpret and follow information on work specifications, , standard operating procedures and work instructions and other reference material
• maintain accurate records
• communicate within the workplace
• sequence operations
• meet specifications
• clarify and check task-related information
• carry our work according to OHS practices

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.

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit 

Demonstrates skills and knowledge to:

• prepare and assemble pieces for garment
• conduct fittings
• communicate effectively and interact with the client
• communicate effectively with customers, etc.
• apply workplace health and safety policies in work operations
• maintain accurate records

Consistently applies skills and knowledge when:

• organising work
• completing tasks
• identifying improvements
• using workplace practices
• using OHS practices
• recording and reporting accidents and incidents
• assessing operational readiness of equipment used and work processes
• recognising and adapting to cultural differences in the workplace, including modes of behaviour and interactions
• completing work systematically with attention to detail without damage to goods and equipment

Context and specific resources for assessment 

Assessment may occur on the job or in an appropriately simulated environment and requires access to work areas, materials and equipment, and to information on workplace practices and OHS practices.

Guidance information for assessment 

This unit may be assessed independently or in combination with other relevant units.

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.

Legislative/regulatory requirements

All work must comply with relevant Federal and State or Territory legislative or regulatory requirements.

OHS practices

OHS practices must include hazard identification and control, risk assessment and implementation of risk reduction measures specific to the tasks described by this unit, and may include:

• manual handling techniques
• standard operating procedures
• personal protective equipment
• safe materials handling
• taking of rest breaks
• ergonomic arrangement of workplaces
• following marked walkways
• safe storage of equipment
• housekeeping
• reporting accidents and incidents
• other OHS practices relevant to the job and enterprise

Sector 

Clothing Production