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 |
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1 | Identify job requirements | 1.1 | Identify job requirements for making the object from cloth from work instructions |
| 1.2 | Apply instructions for designing and sequencing work |
| 1.3 | Interpret and map out particular measurements or adjustments |
| 1.4 | Consider, plan for and observe work health and safety (WHS) requirements |
2 | Prepare for work | 2.1 | Select a suitable work area for the task |
| 2.2 | Select appropriate tools, equipment and materials, including personal protective equipment (PPE), in accordance with specifications |
| 2.3 | Identify potential hazards associated with the use of tools, equipment and materials, and take appropriate safety precautions and/or report to supervisor |
| 2.4 | Lay out required tools and materials in sequence according to job requirements and work instructions |
| 2.5 | Check and adjust equipment in accordance with workplace procedures |
3 | Create work | 3.1 | Measure, cut and lay out fabric according to specifications |
| 3.2 | Secure or sew fabric according to quality requirements |
| 3.3 | Check work against patterns and worksheets at the identified checkpoints |
| 3.4 | Rectify non-conformity with the required pattern or quality standard |
4 | Complete work | 4.1 | Check completed work against the required quality standards |
| 4.2 | Complete documentation following workplace reporting procedures |
| 4.3 | Clean work area and return tools and equipment to storage |
| 4.4 | Return unused materials to storage and deal with waste and scrap following workplace procedures |
Evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria, and demonstrate the ability to:
construct, assemble and finish at least one (1) object made from cloth
follow work instructions, operating procedures and inspection practices to:
minimise the risk of injury to self or others
prevent damage to goods, equipment or products
achieve required production output and product quality
modify activities to cater for variations in workplace contexts and environment
identify appropriate materials for use in making cloth items, and any special sewing or handling requirements for those materials
interpret work order and locate and apply relevant information
use patterns, and select and use tools and equipment appropriate to the task
prevent damage to goods, equipment or products
maintain required production output and product quality
use hand tools and power equipment correctly and safely
perform normal operator maintenance of work area to enable work to be conducted safely and efficiently
report process or materials faults, damaged products or equipment
communicate and work effectively and safely with others
comply with work health and safety (WHS) requirements and safety instructions
apply safe handling requirements for equipment, products and materials, including the use of personal protective equipment (PPE)
collect, organise and understand information related to basic plans
use mathematical ideas and techniques for measuring and calculating areas and estimating materials requirements
follow instructions and specifications and ask for help where needed.
Must provide evidence that demonstrates knowledge of:
workplace procedures and work instructions
organisational structure
evaluation and review procedures;
creative thinking techniques.
Assessment should occur on the job or in a workplace simulated facility with relevant equipment, materials, work instructions and deadlines.
This unit must always be assessed in holistically in conjunction with other units of competency that form part of a specified job function.
Foundation skills are integral to competent performance of the unit and should not be assessed separately.
Performance must be demonstrated consistently over a period of time.
Conditions for assessment must include access to all tools, equipment, materials and documentation required, including work instructions, specifications, hand and/or power tools, workplace records and a suitable work area.
Assessors must:
as a minimum, satisfy the Standards for Registered Training Organisations 2015 assessor requirements
have vocational competency in the manufacturing 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 manufacturing industry.