Assessor Resource
LMTCL3005B
Lay up and cut complicated fabrics and lays
Assessment tool
Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024
The unit covers the skills and knowledge to lay up fabric and cut work as part of the garment production process in situations involving complex patterns and a variety of fabrics and lays.
It applies to situations where multiple garments and layers of fabric are to be laid up and cut according to a marker, and may include two way markers and step layers.
Cutting tools and equipment may include round blade cutters, straight knife cutters, drills, metal dies or computerised cutting machine. Patterns may consist of a number of pieces with a variety of shapes such as shirts/blouses, trousers, jackets, dresses, skirts, and fabrics may include directional patterns.
Work involves discretion, initiative and judgement within defined procedures.
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 lay up and cut fabrics. Problem solving skills are required to identify any cutting 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 lay up and cut complicated fabrics and lays.
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