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 | Specifications concerning design, fabrics, accessories and finish for the cushions are confirmed with designer/customer/client, as required |
| | 1.2 | Work health and safety (WHS) requirements, including personal protection needs, are observed throughout the work |
| | 1.3 | Fabrics, filling medium, work method and sequence are determined |
| | 1.4 | Suitable work area is selected, prepared and cleaned of any contaminants |
| | 1.5 | Appropriate equipment and tools are selected and checked for safe operation |
| | 1.6 | Material and filling medium is selected and checked in terms of quantity, quality, contaminants, size, pattern and consistency in accordance with workplace procedures |
2 | Cut and sew cushion covers | 2.1 | Material is laid out on cutting table and nap/pile, direction of pattern, pattern repeat and finished side of fabric are identified |
| | 2.2 | Patterns are laid out using registration points on the pattern and other instructions to match required fabric pattern, ensuring maximum use of the fabric |
| | 2.3 | Fabric is cut and work inspected to ensure accuracy/tolerance in accordance with workplace procedures |
| | 2.4 | Sewing machine set-up requirements and adjustments are identified and followed |
| | 2.5 | Machine maintains required product quality and output |
| | 2.6 | Finished cushion covers are checked for required quality and reprocessed, if required |
3 | Fit and fill cushions | 3.1 | Cushion covers are checked for fit and amount of filling determined for each application |
| | 3.2 | Cushions are filled to the appropriate size using appropriate methods |
| | 3.3 | Final sewing of cushion is performed in accordance with workplace procedures |
| | 3.4 | procedures |
4 | Complete work | 4.1 | Workplace documentation is completed in accordance with procedures |
| | 4.2 | Waste and scrap are collected for disposal/recycling in accordance with workplace procedures |
| | 4.3 | Machines and tools used are cleaned, inspected for serviceability and stored in accordance with workplace procedures |
| | 4.4 | Equipment is maintained and work area is cleaned in accordance with workplace procedures |
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
As a minimum, cut, sew and fit or fill the following cushions:
piped border cushion
wrap around cushion
T-cushion
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
Work requirements, including workplace standards and inspection procedures
Work flow in relation to the cutting, sewing and fitting or filling of cushions
Fabric types and characteristics, common faults and inspection procedures
Design features of the finished furnishing items in relation to laying out the pattern and cutting the fabric
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 a cutting table, material, filling medium, sewing machines, cushion filling machine and a work order.