Assessor Resource

LMTCL2009B
Despatch work

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024


The unit applies to activities associated with preparing garments and associated items for despatch to customers or storage. It includes labelling and packing of items and completion of documentation.

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 the application of skills associated with planning and organising to package and despatch work. Problem solving skills are required to ensure packaging and labelling conforms to requirements and identify any problems. Communication skills are used to refer to and complete required documentation. Self management skills are used to ensure safe use of technology and conformance of own work to quality standards.

This unit covers the skills and knowledge to prepare finished works for despatch to customers or storage.

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

Prerequisites

Prerequisites

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, the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.

Critical aspects of evidence

Demonstrates skills and knowledge to:

attach correct components to garments and articles

ensure finished garment meets specifications

deal with faults appropriately

prepare items for despatch or storage

package items

maintain accurate records

Consistency in performance

Consistently applies skills and knowledge when:

organising work

completing tasks according to instructions

working systematically with attention to detail

identifying improvements and avoiding damage

using workplace practices

using OHS practices

recording and reporting accidents and incidents

assessing operational readiness of equipment

recognising and adapting to cultural differences in the workplace, including modes of behaviour and interactions

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.

Submission Requirements

List each assessment task's title, type (eg project, observation/demonstration, essay, assingnment, checklist) and due date here

Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

Copy and paste from the following data to produce each assessment task. Write these in plain English and spell out how, when and where the task is to be carried out, under what conditions, and what resources are needed. Include guidelines about how well the candidate has to perform a task for it to be judged satisfactory.

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

Demonstrates knowledge of:

quality standards and practices

correct sequencing of components

required packing and despatch procedures

folding techniques

industry and product processes and equipment

OHS practices, including hazard identification and control measures

workplace practices

recording and reporting practices

Demonstrates skills to:

set up safe work area

complete all required packing and despatch operations

report and address faults appropriately

receive, document and transfer information

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 out work according to OHS practices

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.

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

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:

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

environmental practices

Components may include

tags

swing tickets

labels

completed garments

packaging materials

coat hangers

tape

plastic clothes covers

Specifications may include

construction specifications

quality standards

customer order

despatch documentation

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
Workbench and seating are set up according to OHS practices. 
Components are laid out in correct proximity and sequence according to specifications. 
Garment or article is checked against specifications to ensure item is correct and ready for despatch. 
Tickets, labels and swing tags are attached as required. 
Boxing, packing, bagging, folding and hanging are performed in accordance with environmental guidelines. 
Faults are identified, reported and returned to appropriate section for repair according to quality standards. 
OHS practices are followed. 
Action is taken according to OHS practices to prevent accidents and to eliminate risks to personal safety. 
Completed garments or articles are directed or transferred to required storage or despatch area. 
Production and other records are completed. 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

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