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.
Elements describe the essential outcomes. | Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. |
1 | Plan work operations | 1.1 | Specification sizes are read and interpreted to identify required fabrics, number of items to be cut and required equipment |
| | 1.2 | Cutting requirements or other instructions are noted and required guides on the cutting table are identified |
| | 1.3 | Work health and safety (WHS) requirements, including personal protection needs, are observed throughout the work |
| | 1.4 | Suitable work area is selected, tidied and cleaned of any contaminants |
| | 1.5 | Appropriate equipment and tools are selected for the fabrics and type of materials |
| | 1.6 | Scissors and any other cutting equipment appropriate for the fabric are selected and checked prior to use for sharpness, set operation and safe condition |
2 | Prepare materials for cutting | 2.1 | Fabrics are selected to suit application, and inspected for flaws and appropriate finish |
| | 2.2 | Naps, direction of pattern, pattern repeat and finished side of the materials are identified |
| | 2.3 | Fabrics are laid out smooth and square ready for cutting |
| | 2.4 | Patterns are laid out following work procedures and instructions using location marks on the pattern and other instructions to match specifications |
| | 2.5 | Measurements are made and appropriate adjustments made |
| | 2.6 | Tools and equipment are checked for operation |
3 | Complete cutting operations | 3.1 | Required cutting operations are completed to cut out materials following work instructions |
| | 3.2 | Cut fabrics are folded, protected and despatched to next process following workplace procedures |
| | 3.3 | Unused materials are stored as required |
| | 3.4 | Workplace required documentation is completed and stored following appropriate procedures |
| | 3.5 | Work area is cleaned and damaged tools tagged as required |
| | 3.6 | Waste is collected and bundled for recycling/re-use as required |
| | 3.7 | Tools and equipment are cleaned, maintained and returned to storage area |
Interpret work order and locate and apply relevant information
Apply safe handling requirements for equipment, products and materials, including use of personal protective equipment
Identify materials used in the work process
Follow work instructions, operating procedures and inspection processes to:
minimise the risk of injury to self or others
prevent damage to goods, equipment and products
maintain required production output and product quality
Identify materials used and any special cutting requirements, and measure accurately and cut fabrics to required size and accuracy covering at least three (3) different fabric types or pattern styles
Use mathematical ideas and techniques to correctly complete measurements, calculate area and estimate material requirements
Communicate ideas and information to enable confirmation of work requirements and specifications and the reporting of work outcomes and problems, interpret basic plans and follow safety procedures
Avoid backtracking, work flow interruptions or wastage
Work with others and in a team by recognising dependencies and using cooperative approaches to optimise work flow and productivity
Fabric types, common faults and inspection procedures
Design features of finished mattress and/or base items related to laying out patterns and cutting fabrics
Work requirements, including workplace standards
Risks to health from repetitive actions and prevention strategies
Assessors must:
hold training and assessment competencies as determined by the National Skills Standards Council (NSSC) or its successors
have vocational competency in the furnishing industry at least to the level being assessed with broad industry knowledge and experience, usually combined with a relevant industry qualification
be familiar with the current skills and knowledge used and have relevant, current experience in the furnishing industry.
Assessment methods must confirm consistency of performance over time rather than a single assessment event and in a range of workplace relevant contexts.
Assessment must be by observation of relevant tasks with questioning on underpinning knowledge and, where applicable, multimedia evidence, supervisor’s reports, projects and work samples.
Assessment is to be conducted on single units of competency or in conjunction with other related units of competency. Foundation skills are integral to competent performance in the unit and should not be assessed separately.
Assessment must occur on the job or in a workplace simulated facility with relevant process, equipment, materials, work instructions and deadlines.
Access is required to appropriate fabric cutters, scissors and tools, fabrics, work procedures and equipment instructions.