Assessor Resource
LMTFD6005B
Drape structured over-garments
Assessment tool
Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024
The unit applies to draping fabric with special considerations to fit balance, and inter-construction requirements of the jacket as an over-garment. Included, is the use of partial flat pattern construction or blocks to complement the drape, such as with the development of sleeves and collars. Draping may be for a one off garment that goes from drape to garment or a prototype that goes from drape to flat pattern for small volume production. Draping is performed on a body form such as a mannequin or model.
Work is supervised and may be conducted in small to large scale enterprises and may involve individual and team-related 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 skills in planning and organising to plan and prepare for draping. Initiative and enterprise and problem solving skills are applied to conduct drape, make modifications and finalise drape. Communication skills are used to take measurements and record specifications. Self management skills are used to ensure results meet quality standards and design brief.
This unit covers the skills and knowledge to perform structured draping for tailored over-garments such as jackets and overcoats.
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