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LMTTX3022A
Set up and operate weaving looms for production

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024


This unit applies to the setting up of looms for production changes in an enterprise. Discretion and judgement may be required, for both self and others, in planning and selecting processes, procedures or outcomes.

Work may be conducted in a variety of environments, such as operational workplace activities, restricted space, hazardous, controlled or exposed conditions.

The extent of loom set up will be dependent on the product, equipment, production requirements and workplace arrangements in each enterprise.

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 of resources and machinery for the required work, as well as applying skills and knowledge of machines and equipment to ensure production outcomes are met. This unit also requires an ability to communicate in writing and verbally with others as well as team work skills to work with loom operators.

This unit covers the skills and knowledge required to set up and operate weaving looms in a textile enterprise including set up for production changes and the conduct of sample runs.

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 to be considered

Demonstrates skills and knowledge to:

interpret production specifications accurately

set loom correctly

operate loom safely and correctly

perform sample runs

arrange or conduct testing of sample

make appropriate readjustments

apply workplace health and safety policies in production operations

maintain accurate records

Consistency in performance

Consistently applies skills and knowledge when:

organising work

completing tasks

identifying improvements

using workplace practices

using OHS practices

recording and reporting accidents and incidents

assessing operational readiness of equipment used and work processes

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

completing work systematically with attention to detail without damage to goods and equipment

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

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:

spinning methods

yarn twist and application

fibre types and their method of production

fibre parameters

yarn counts, ie Tex

warping methods

yarn conditioning

fabric types

design types

Sett construction

warp tying methods

loom components

weaving process and the various types of weaving

factors affecting loom performance, ie yarn strength, sizing, ambient conditions

setting up and adjustment requirements for the range of machines and equipment used in the enterprise

machine manufacturer specifications

safety and environmental aspects of relevant enterprise activities

OHS practices, including hazard identification and control measures

quality practices

workplace practices

recording and reporting practices

Demonstrates skills to:

set and operate machines

operate primary mechanisms, eg shed forming, weft insertion, beat up, let off and take up

test, analyse and prepare samples

differentiate between constructions

differentiate between types of weaves

draw up a simple range of patterns

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 our 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.

Looms may include

weaving looms

any ancillary machine typically used in the weaving sector concerned for example loading and unloading equipment

microprocessor or computer controlled looms

both production and service equipment used in the enterprise

broadloom

narrowloom

all shuttle types

Jacquard looms

Product specifications may include may include

quality name

pile height

beat-up

width

weaving construction (pattern)

Electronic process may include

horseshoe wire

knock offs

photo cells

micro switches

fibre optics

missing end detectors (med)

OHS practices

OHS practices must include hazard identification and control, risk assessment and implementation of risk reduction measures specific to the tasks described by this unit, and may include:

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

other OHS practices relevant to the job and enterprise

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
Loom is set up and operated in accordance with manufacturer and workplace instructions to produce a specified sample of a new design or product 
Sample is produced and tested, or the test is organised, in accordance with workplace procedures to ensure required standards of quality are met 
Test results are interpreted to determine adjustment requirements 
Product specifications are interpreted correctly in relation to loom setting requirements 
Loom is set in accordance with product specifications, loom manufacturer instructions and workplace requirements 
Loom is operated in accordance with manufacturer and workplace instructions to produce a specified sample 
Loom is set to run at optimum quality and efficiency levels 
Electronic process monitoring is set safely and to the correct functions if applicable 
Loom started and stopped safely without creating faults 
Loom is set to produce required quantity and quality of product 
Weaving operators are instructed of any special operating requirements 
Assistance is provided to loom operators as required 
Adjustment changes are assessed in accordance with product and loom specifications 
Loom specifications are changed and recorded to meet product requirements 
Appropriate production personnel are informed of the availability of the new loom set-up 
Loom is monitored during production process 
Records are maintained and reports prepared, where necessary 

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