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LMTTX3001B
Identify quality and types of textile fibres, yarns and fabrics

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Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024


The unit applies to fibres, yarns and fabrics used and produced in the textile industry. These will include a range of natural and synthetic materials which may be used for knitted, tufted, woven or non-woven products. It includes the conducting of simple tests to identify yarn and fabric types and properties. Testing under this unit is for production purposes only and does not cover skills required for specialised testing.

Work may be conducted in small to large scale enterprises and may involve individual and team related activities.

The application of this unit is in accordance with 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 problem solving to identify textiles properties and determine performance characteristics. Planning and organising skills are required to conduct tests and determine suitable uses. Learning and self management skills are required to apply knowledge of textiles and communication skills are used to recognise and identify labelling requirements.

This unit covers the skills and knowledge to identify the quality and types of fibres, yarns and fabrics used and produced in textile production.

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

Prerequisites

Prerequisites

LMTTX2001B

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 to be considered

Demonstrates skills and knowledge to:

identify fibres, yarns and fabrics

determine performance

determine uses of fabric

determine care of fabrics

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

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Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

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This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level

Demonstrates knowledge of:

types of fibre, yarn and fabric

uses of fabrics

information resources on fibres, yarn and fabrics

quality standards and practices

OHS practices, including hazard identification and control measures

workplace practices

recording and reporting practices

Demonstrates skills to:

analyse performance characteristics

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.

Legislative/regulatory requirements

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

Identification methods may include

visual inspection

tactile analysis

acetone

burn test

microscopy

Fabrics may include

component fabrics used in making final textile products for example backing materials and linings or a final textile product

knitted fabrics, including weft knits and warp knits

woven fabrics, including plain, twill, satin, dobby and jacquard

non-woven fabrics, including felts, nets, braids and bonded

Properties may include

physical

chemical

Performance characteristics may include

stretch

abrasion resistance

wearability

absorbency

durability

elasticity

fineness

heat sensitivity

shrink resistance

wrinkle recovery

thermal properties (conductivity, ironing temperature, flammability)

ease of care

drape quality

colour fastness

strength

Quality indicators include

straightness of grain

even/uneven yarn

slippage

length of fibres

pilling

fabric resilience

workability

wash testing

shade

tensile properties

handle

Faults may include

ends out

weft faults

tucking

unlevel

bad edges

thick and thin yarn

colour or design faults

Performance testing may include

performance testing may include:

light

heat

chemical reaction

absorbency

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

Finishes may include

crease resistance

fire retardency

water proofing/resistance

printing

dyeing

surface finishes

lubricating

waxing

anti-static

anti-pilling

spot and stain resistant

anti-slip

mildew and rot proof finish

permanent creasing or press

shrink resistance

mercerising

moireing

Handling fabrics may include

cutting

dyeing

printing

pressing

lining

assembling

sewing

packaging and storage

Production requirements may include

sewing requirements such as needle size and type, machine type, thread type

binding, joining, fusing requirements

lining, reinforcement

seam types

material form such as yarn, top, piece and loose stock

Care and cleaning may include

dry cleaning

washing

drying

ironing

steam cleaning

use of stain removers

special requirements

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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
Identification methods are used to identify fibres, yarns and fabrics 
Properties of fibres, yarns and fabric are identified. 
Performance characteristics of fibres, yarns and fabric are identified and described. 
Common fibre and yarn faults and the problems they cause in fabric production or the finished product are identified. 
Fibre, yarn and fabrics quality is determined using quality indicators. 
Quality faults are identified and appropriate action. 
Performance testing of fibre, yarn and fabric is conducted in accordance with OHS practices. 
Performance characteristics are used to describe appropriate uses of fabrics. 
Applicable fabric finishes and implications are identified. 
Care requirements for handling fabrics are identified. 
Requirements for fabric use are identified. 
Care andcleaning requirements of fabrics are identified. 
Labelling requirements are identified in accordance with workplace practices and Australian Standards. 

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