Modification History
Not applicable.
Unit Descriptor
Unit descriptor |
This unit covers the skills and knowledge required to set up, adjust and maintain tufting looms used in the production of tufted textile products (such as carpets) in a textile enterprise including set up for production, problem solving, repairs and preventative maintenance. |
Application of the Unit
Application of the Unit |
This unit applies to the setting up of tufting machines and related equipment for production and the maintenance repair, adjustment and testing of tufting looms and related equipment to ensure efficient working order. Discretion and judgement may be required, for both self and others, in planning and selecting processes, procedures or outcomes This unit does not cover all repair and adjustment functions associated with tufting looms. In particular skills associated with general engineering (fitting), electrical and electronic systems, and fluid power systems may be required according to the nature of the set up, repair or adjustment, and the workplace practices of a particular enterprise. Work may be conducted in a variety of environments, such as operational workplace activities, restricted space, hazardous, controlled or exposed conditions. 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 of resources and machinery for the required work, as well as applying skills and knowledge of machines and equipment to ensure production outcomes are met. Initiative and enterprise, and problem solving are key skills required to ensure operational efficiency of machines. This unit also requires and ability to communicate in writing and verbally with others. |
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 Set up machines for tufting operations |
1.1 Specifications and production requirements are interpreted to determine machine settings 1.2 Documentation relating to machine settings, operation and maintenance is interpreted, referenced and applied according to the needs of the task 1.3 Tools appropriate for the loom or machine are selected, prepared and used in a safe and effective manner to set up machine for operation 1.4 Loom is set up for operation according to required specifications, including fixing of required attachments, in order to run at optimum quality and efficiency levels 1.5 Loom settings are checked to meet production requirements 1.6 Tufting yarn beams are identified, checked and joined into the loom according to manufacturer specifications 1.7 Tufting operators are instructed of any special operating requirements |
2 Test machine settings |
2.1 Tufting machine is operated in accordance with manufacturer and workplace instructions to test settings against specifications and operational standards 2.2 Yarn sample is produced and examined to identify required adjustments to machine settings or pattern specifications 2.3 Quality tests are conducted or organised as required to ensure optimal production outcomes are achieved 2.4 Required adjustments are identified and documented and machine settings adjusted accordingly 2.5 Operation is monitored in all production stages |
3 Diagnose and fix tufting problems |
3.1 Tufting machine operations are monitored to assess operational efficiency in accordance with OHS procedures 3.2 Yarn is assessed to identify faults and to assess impact on operational problems 3.3 Problems and faults are identified and analysed to determine root cause 3.4 Diagnosis is established and strategy for repair or replacement of machine components is developed 3.5 Tufting machine is returned to optimal performance through repair of faulty operation 3.6 Tufting machine is operated to ensure problems have been fixed |
4 Communicate operational information |
4.3 Records are maintained and reports prepared where necessary 4.3 Adjustments to machines and patterns are documented and discussed with appropriate personnel 4.3 Operational instructions are documented |
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 to be considered |
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. |
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Specifications and production requirements may include |
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Machines may include |
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Yarn may be |
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Joined may include |
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Loom settings may include |
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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:
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Faults may include |
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Unit Sector(s)
Sector |
Textile Production |