Modification History
Not applicable.
Unit Descriptor
Unit descriptor |
This unit covers the skills and knowledge to identify fabric handling requirements from care labelling instructions. |
Application of the Unit
Application of the Unit |
The unit applies to interpreting care labelling instructions on fabric and garments and determining implications for cleaning and handling. Care labelling practices and procedures followed in this unit are in accordance with current standards published by the Standards Association of Australia , and are mandatory under the Trade Practices Act . 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 identifying, understanding and accurately applying information and knowledge of fabrics and care labels. This unit also requires and ability to plan and organise cleaning requirements and identify problems and consequences of improper fabric identification and care. |
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Not applicable.
Pre-Requisites
Prerequisites |
Employability Skills Information
Employability Skills |
This unit contains employability skills. |
Elements and Performance Criteria Pre-Content
Not applicable.
Elements and Performance Criteria
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PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
1 Interpret care labelling |
1.1 Information on care labels is identified 1.2Care labelling symbols are interpreted 1.3 Meaning of care instructions is identified 1.4 Care categories are identified 1.5 Role of Australian Standards in care labelling is identified 1.6 Care considerations are identified 1.7 Care labelling information is used to identify potential fabric problems caused by improper handling 1.8 Consequences of improper care are identified |
2 Identify fabric or garment cleaning requirements |
2.1 Fabrics are correctly identified 2.2 Fabric finishes, trims and embellishments that may affect handling are identified 2.3 Care requirements of garments are identified 2.4 Measures to control fabric problems are determined, according to fabric handling requirements and OHS practices 2.5 Information resources are used to expand own knowledge of cleaning requirements |
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 for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit |
Demonstrates skills and knowledge to:
Consistently applies skills and knowledge when:
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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. |
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Guidance information for 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. |
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Information on care labelling includes: |
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Meanings of care instructions includes: |
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Care categories include: |
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Care considerations include: |
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Fabric problems include: |
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Consequences of improper care includes: |
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Fabrics may include: |
Fabrics include natural and synthetic single yarn fabrics and blends and can include:
Common fabrics include:
Special fabrics include:
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Fibre and fabric finishes, trims and embellishments may include but are not restricted to: |
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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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Unit Sector(s)
Sector |
Dry Cleaning |