This unit covers the competency to construct and sew roman style blinds to workplace requirements.
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Prerequisites
Nil
Employability Skills
This unit contains employability skills.
Evidence Required
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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.
Critical aspects of evidence
Interpret work order, locate, use information relevant to the tasks completed
Apply safe handling practices for equipment, products and materials
Measure accurately and construct blinds to required size and accuracy
Construct at least two different types of roman blinds
Identify materials used and any special sewing requirements for the roman blinds
Follow work instructions, operating procedures and inspection practices to:
minimise the risk of injury to self and others
prevent damage to goods, equipment and products
maintain required production output and product quality
Work effectively with others
Modify activities to cater for variations in workplace contexts and environment
Report process or materials faults, damaged products or equipment
Resource implications
Appropriate sewing machine, fabrics, work order, workplace information, including work procedures and/or equipment instructions.
Method of assessment
Assessment methods must confirm consistency of performance over time and in a range of workplace relevant contexts.
Assessment should be by direct observation of tasks and questioning on underpinning knowledge.
Assessment should be conducted over time and will generally be in conjunction with assessment of other units of competency.
Context of assessment
Assessment may occur on the job or in a workplace simulated facility with relevant process equipment, materials, work instructions and deadlines.
Submission Requirements
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Assessment Tasks
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Required skills
collect, organise and understand information related to work orders, plans and safety procedures
communicate ideas and information to enable confirmation of work requirements and specifications, coordination of work with site supervisor, other workers and customers, and the reporting of work outcomes and problems
plan and organise activities, including the preparation and layout of the worksite and the obtaining of equipment and materials to avoid any back tracking, workflow interruptions or wastage
work with others and in a team by recognising dependencies and using co-operative approaches to optimise workflow and productivity
use mathematical ideas and techniques to correctly complete measurements, calculate area and estimate material requirements
use pre-checking and inspection techniques to anticipate blind construction problems, avoid re-working and wastage
use workplace technology related to the construction of roman blinds, including tools, equipment, materials and measuring devices
Required knowledge
types, characteristics, uses and limitations of roman blinds
design features of the roman blinds
fabric types, common faults and inspection procedures
identification of equipment, processes and procedures for making the blind style
work requirements, including workplace standards
risks to health from repetitive actions and prevention strategies
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.
Unit scope
This unit covers work involving sewing and manipulation requirements for machine sewing a range of tailored blind types, including:
straight or relaxed
bonded
oriental
cascade
staggered and kooped
Unit context
OHS requirements may include legislation, building codes, material safety management systems, hazardous and dangerous goods codes and local safe operating procedures or equivalent
Work is carried out in accordance with legislative obligations, environmental legislation, relevant health regulations, manual handling procedures and organisation insurance requirements
Work requires individuals to demonstrate discretion, judgement and problem solving skills in the set up and operation of machines. This may be demonstrated either individually or in a team environment
Machine sewing operations
Machine sewing operations are to ensure:
straight stitching along seam lines from the top to the lower edge of the material or vice versa
securing of beginning and end of threads of the stitching with even and appropriate seam stitch type, length and visibility
seams are flat
finished components match work requirements
Machines may include, but are not limited to:
industrial sewing machines
pressing equipment
staplers
drills
saws
Materials to be machined may include but are not limited to:
lining
interlining and curtain fabrics
fasteners
threads
headboard or track
Work order requirements include but are not limited to:
widths and numbers of finished blinds
seam allowances and types
number and widths of panels
mounting style
headboard or track requirements
lining and any interlining
required fasteners
Personal protective equipment
Personal protective equipment is to include that prescribed under legislation, regulations and enterprise policies and practices
Information and procedures
Machine manufacturer specifications and operational procedures
Workplace procedures relating to the setting and operation of machinery
Work instructions, including job sheets, cutting lists, plans, drawings and designs
Workplace procedures relating to reporting and communication
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Observation Checklist
Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice
Yes
No
Comments/feedback
OHS requirements, including ergonomic criteria and personal protection needs, are observed throughout the work
Work order requirements are checked are confirmed
Correct side of fabric, naps, direction of pattern and pattern matches are identified
Fabric is checked for flaws
Appropriate needle types for the fabric are selected and threaded
Linings and interlining materials are laid out and folded ready for sewing
Lining materials patterns are matched and secured
Face fabric is folded bringing edges to be seamed together to check any pattern matching and to maintain an appropriate finished length
Pattern matches are kept uniform within drops and across matching sets of blinds
Measuring and marking out of fold or stitching lines for batten placement is even and matches the work order or workplace requirements
Fabric is held together and, where required, supported with pins or other workplace approved methods
Fabrics are held to allow for the personal right-hand or left-hand preference of the sewer, and manipulation requirements for the bulk and slipperiness of the materials
Machine sewing operations are completed correctly
Linings and interlinings are attached to the back of blind
Finished length and width of each panel are measured and checked against work order and adjusted where required
Batten pockets are inserted and fixed following workplace procedures
Hems are completed using any required weights, stitch type and appropriate sewing method
Corners are stitched and finished and threads trimmed
Finished blinds are checked ensuring stitch length, end finishing and final length of finished blinds match work requirements
Work is pressed for the next work stage
Rings are attached
Parts of the work which do not comply with work order are repaired
Headboard is painted, stained or covered with fabric fixed along the board length, corners are mitred and fixed, reducing bulk and ensuring a neat finish
Blinds are fitted to headboard or track, threading completed and blind folded using appropriate methods
Finished work is protected and dispatched to next process following workplace procedures
Workplace documentation or reporting is completed
Forms
Assessment Cover Sheet
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