Assessor Resource

CPPCCL3017A
Identify upholstery fibre and construction

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: March 2024


This unit of competency supports employees without managerial or supervisory responsibilities. Performance would usually be carried out under routine supervision and within company guidelines.

This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to correctly identify upholstery fibre and construction. The unit requires the ability to identify upholstery construction, including the backing materials used, classify the upholstery fibre and assess the furniture construction.

Correct identification of these elements is an essential activity prior to undertaking any cleaning, maintenance or restorative work on fabric type upholstery. The application of this unit requires attainment of a wide range of underpinning knowledge, as well as completion of a number of basic testing procedures.

You may want to include more information here about the target group and the purpose of the assessments (eg formative, summative, recognition)

Prerequisites

Not applicable.


Employability Skills

This unit contains employability skills.




Evidence Required

List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.

The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.

Overview of assessment

This unit of competency could be assessed by observing demonstrations of identifying fibre and construction of at least two different types of upholstery.

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

A person who demonstrates competency in this unit must be able to provide evidence of the required skills and knowledge specified in this unit.

In particular the person should demonstrate the ability to:

analyse data gathered during visual and tactile inspection

identify type of yarns, fibres, methods, dyes, filling material and backing used in upholstery making

select testing techniques

comply with company and legislative requirements

achieve outcomes in relation to customer work order and company requirements.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment of essential underpinning knowledge may be conducted in an off-site context and must comply with relevant regulatory or Australian standards’ requirements.

Resource implications for assessment include access to:

samples of upholstery materials

suitable equipment and chemicals

suitable work site or venue with upholstered furniture

PPE

assessment instruments, including personal planner and assessment record book.

Method of assessment

Assessment methods must:

satisfy the endorsed Assessment Guidelines of the Property Services Training Package

include direct observation of tasks in real or simulated work conditions, with questioning to confirm the ability to consistently identify and correctly interpret the essential underpinning knowledge required for practical application

reinforce the integration of employability skills with workplace tasks and job roles

confirm that competency is verified and able to be transferred to other circumstances and environments.

Guidance information for assessment

Reasonable adjustments for people with disabilities must be made to assessment processes where required. This could include access to modified equipment and other physical resources, and the provision of appropriate assessment support.

Assessment processes and techniques should as far as is practical take into account the language, literacy and numeracy capacity of the candidate in relation to the competency being assessed.

This unit could be assessed on its own or in combination with other units relevant to the job function.


Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

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Required skills

analytical skills to:

classify:

fibre forms

texture styles

weave and yarn types

identify:

dying methods

filling and backing materials

pre-existing conditions

select testing techniques

interpersonal skills to relate to people from a range of backgrounds

language and literacy skills to:

communicate clearly and concisely verbally and in writing

read and interpret directions and safety instructions, including:

chemical labels

equipment manuals

material safety data sheets (MSDS)

request advice or further information

seek and receive feedback

source, organise and record information

self-management skills to work alone and in a team

skills to work safely when:

handling and disposing of chemicals

identifying hazards and controlling risks

manual handling

testing fibres

Required knowledge

characteristics of upholstery fibres, including:

types of yarns, fibres and weaves

construction methods, including:

backing

dying

filling

manufacturing

company management structure and procedures, including:

emergency response and evacuation procedures

environmental protection procedures

injury, dangerous occurrence and incident reporting

OHS procedures

quality systems

legislation, regulations, codes of practice and industry advisory standards that apply to own work practices

safe work practices for using:

chemicals

equipment, including personal protective equipment (PPE)

testing methods

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. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.

Yarn type may include:

novelty

plied

single

textured

twist.

Fibre form may include:

continuous filament

staple yarn.

Work order information may include:

access to work site, including:

access and egress points

timing of access

budget allocations

completion times and dates

human resource requirements to complete the work tasks

job requirements and tasks

legislative and local government requirements

OHS requirements and emergency response procedures

requirements for working in isolated and remote locations

resource requirements, such as equipment and materials

specific client requirements such as:

dress and presentation requirements

relationships with other activities

use of signage and barriers

work schedules

work site contact persons.

Manufacturer specifications may include:

equipment operating manuals

instructional guides

MSDS

other resources supplied by the manufacturer, such as:

laminated cards

notices

wall posters

product labels

safety instructions pre-printed on equipment.

Company requirements may include:

business and performance plans

client communication procedures

client confidentiality procedures

client service standards

communication channels and reporting procedures

company goals, objectives, plans, systems and processes

company issued identification badge, card or pass

company policies and procedures, including:

access and equity policy, principles and practice

OHS policies and procedures, including control procedures

maintenance procedures for equipment and PPE

those relating to own role, responsibility and delegation

work site access security clearance procedures

company service standards

dress and presentation requirements

duty of care, code of conduct and code of ethics

emergency response and evacuation procedures

employer and employee rights and responsibilities

environmental protection requirements

personnel practices and guidelines

quality and continuous improvement processes and standards

records and information systems and processes

training materials (induction, refresher and new skills)

use of contractors.

Weave type may include:

flat (basket)

jacquard

knitted

satin

twill

velvet.

Texture style may include:

crushed velvet

damask

glazed (polished)

moire

quilted.

Fibre may include:

acetate

acrylic

cotton

jute

linen

nylon

polyester

polypropylene

rayon

silk

wool.

Testing may include:

burn test

chemical test

sink and float test.

Occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements may relate to:

allergic reactions, such as contact dermatitis

communication devices for remote and isolated locations, such as:

mobile phone

two-way radio

dermatoxicological control and prevention measures

emergency procedures for eye and skin contact, inhalation and ingestion of toxic substances

hazard identification and risk assessment mechanisms

health surveillance and monitoring, such as regular blood testing

hierarchy of hazard control procedures

injury and dangerous occurrence reporting

maintaining clear access ways

national and industry standards and codes of practice

OHS control procedures, such as:

health and safety plans

job plans

job safety analyses

risk assessments

safe operating practices and procedures

safe system of work statements

safe work instructions

work method statements

routes of entry and potential symptoms of exposure to chemicals

safe work practices for equipment, PPE and chemical storage, including interpretation of:

MSDS

hazardous substance information, such as long latency periods

safety, induction and refresher training

selection and use of PPE and clothing appropriate to the hazard

ultraviolet light

up-to-date electrical test and tag compliance

use of chemicals according to MSDS

use of residual current devices

use, storage and maintenance of equipment according to manufacturer specifications and equipment operating manuals.

Dye methods may include:

acid

beck

continuous

differential

direct

disperse

paints

pigment

print

solution

space

spray

stock

yarn.

Pre-existing conditions may include:

abrading and wear

crimp loss

crocking

dye migration

fading

fume fading

pile reversal

shrinkage.

Appropriate persons may include:

clients

colleagues

managers

persons in control of work sites

supervisors.

Backing materials may include:

cellulose

coir

copra

felt

foam

horse hair

jute

latex

non-colourfast fabrics

rubber.

Cushion filling may include:

feathers

foam rubber

latex rubber

plastic foam

polyfibre.

Piping material may include:

foam

jute

paper

plastic tubing.

Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Upholstery is assessed to determine yarn type and fibre form, and work order is reviewed according to manufacturer specifications and company requirements. 
Weave type and texture style are determined by observation and tactile methods according to company requirements. 

Forms

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