Assessor Resource

MSTCL1001
Produce a simple garment

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


This unit of competency covers the skills and knowledge to assemble garment components using a domestic machine and operation techniques.

The unit of competency applies to selecting fabrics, laying up pattern pieces, and cutting and assembling garments in a non-commercial environment.

This unit of competency is designed for particular application in a highly supervised environment and is suitable for selection in vocational education and training (VET) in schools programs or where access to volume production and commercial machines and processes are not an option.

No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.

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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.

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1

Determine job requirements

1.1

Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs)

1.2

Comply with work health and safety (WHS) requirements at all times

1.3

Use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) in accordance with SOPs

1.4

Identify job requirements from specifications, drawings, job sheets or work instructions

2

Prepare to produce a simple garment

2.1

Select pattern according to size and style required

2.2

Select fabric to suit purpose and design of garment

2.3

Determine sequencing of garment assembly operations according to pattern requirements

2.4

Calculate fabric amount according to fabric width, pattern size and pattern requirements and document

2.5

Prepare workstation, tools and equipment

3

Prepare components

3.1

Lay out pattern pieces and pin or tack to make best use of fabric length and to match fabric pattern, nap and weave

3.2

Cut fabric according to seam allowances and pattern markings

3.3

Check cut pattern pieces against garment requirements and fabric characteristics, and make any required corrections

3.4

Lay out garment components according to sequence of assembly operations

4

Assemble garment components

4.1

Sew components according to workplace procedures, garment requirements and accepted quality standards

4.2

Control machine speed and work handling for type of sewing operations, fabrics and garment complexity

4.3

Check garment for correct fit and assembly quality

4.4

Sew components according to workplace procedures, garment requirements and accepted quality standards

5

Complete work

5.1

Complete any required hand sewing according to pattern requirements and accepted standards of sewing quality

5.2

Inspect sewn garment, identify any faults and take appropriate action to ensure it meets quality standards and pattern requirements

5.3

Press garment according to fabric requirements and garment construction details

5.4

Record outcome

Evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy the requirements of the elements and performance criteria, and include:

reading and following work instructions, standard operating procedures (SOPs), safe work practices

preparing workstation, materials, tools and equipment

interpreting commercially produced patterns to select appropriate fabric length and type

laying up pattern piece and pinning or tacking to make best use of fabric length and to match fabric pattern, nap and weave

cutting fabric according to seam allowances and pattern markings

operating domestic sewing or overlocking machines to sew components to produce at least two (2) simple garments, according to workplace procedures, garment requirements and accepted quality standards

completing any required hand sewingaccording to pattern requirements and accepted standards of sewing quality

inspecting sewn garment, identifying any faults and taking appropriate action to ensure it meets quality standards and pattern requirements

pressing garment according to fabric requirements and garment construction details

recording outcome.

Evidence must be provided that demonstrates knowledge of:

safe work practices and procedures and use of personal protective equipment (PPE)

techniques in using and maintaining domestic sewing machine and overlocker

commercial pattern instructions and markings

characteristics of a range of fabrics, including lace, woven and knitted fabrics and threads, such as denim, single knits, tricot and gabardine

quality standards and practices

sizing requirements

sequence of operations for garment assembly

workplace procedures

recording and reporting practices.

Assessors must:

satisfy the assessor competency requirements that are in place at the time of the assessment, as set by the VET regulator

have vocational competency in producing a simple garment, at least to the level being assessed, with relevant industry knowledge and experience.

Where possible assessment must occur in operational workplace situations. Where this is not possible, or where personal safety or environmental damage are limiting factors, assessment must occur in a sufficiently rigorous simulated environment reflecting realistic operational workplace conditions. This must cover all aspects of workplace performance, including environment, task skills, task management skills, contingency management skills and job role environment skills.

Assessment processes and techniques must be appropriate to the language, literacy and numeracy requirements of the work being performed and the needs of the candidate.

Conditions for assessment must include access to all tools, equipment, materials and documentation required, including relevant workplace procedures, product and manufacturing specifications associated with this unit.

Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

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Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1

Determine job requirements

1.1

Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs)

1.2

Comply with work health and safety (WHS) requirements at all times

1.3

Use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) in accordance with SOPs

1.4

Identify job requirements from specifications, drawings, job sheets or work instructions

2

Prepare to produce a simple garment

2.1

Select pattern according to size and style required

2.2

Select fabric to suit purpose and design of garment

2.3

Determine sequencing of garment assembly operations according to pattern requirements

2.4

Calculate fabric amount according to fabric width, pattern size and pattern requirements and document

2.5

Prepare workstation, tools and equipment

3

Prepare components

3.1

Lay out pattern pieces and pin or tack to make best use of fabric length and to match fabric pattern, nap and weave

3.2

Cut fabric according to seam allowances and pattern markings

3.3

Check cut pattern pieces against garment requirements and fabric characteristics, and make any required corrections

3.4

Lay out garment components according to sequence of assembly operations

4

Assemble garment components

4.1

Sew components according to workplace procedures, garment requirements and accepted quality standards

4.2

Control machine speed and work handling for type of sewing operations, fabrics and garment complexity

4.3

Check garment for correct fit and assembly quality

4.4

Sew components according to workplace procedures, garment requirements and accepted quality standards

5

Complete work

5.1

Complete any required hand sewing according to pattern requirements and accepted standards of sewing quality

5.2

Inspect sewn garment, identify any faults and take appropriate action to ensure it meets quality standards and pattern requirements

5.3

Press garment according to fabric requirements and garment construction details

5.4

Record outcome

This field allows for different work environments and conditions that may affect performance. Essential operating conditions that may be present (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) are included.

Workplace procedures include one or more of the following:

requirements prescribed by legislation, awards, agreements and conditions of employment

SOPs

work instructions

PPE requirements

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

WHS practices

Simple garment includes one or more of the following:

accessories

straight seamed, draw string skirt

t-shirt

smock dress

headwear

other garments that require a small range of sewing techniques using domestic machines

Prepare workstation tools and equipment includes the following:

setting up workbench and seating according to WHS practices

cleaning and checking machine to ensure correct operation

setting up and adjusting machine according to specifications

checking needles, attachments and parts

identifying, reporting and replacing worn needles or parts

regularly checking performance of machine for signs of faulty operation

taking required action according to defined procedures to address faults

identifying and preparing other equipment for production

Fabric includes one or more of the following:

a range of fabric types, including cottons, woollens, synthetics, velvets, lace, stretch and single knits

single and multi-directional prints

interfacings and linings

Patterns include one or more of the following:

commercially available patterns

stock patterns

individually drafted patterns

Pattern markings include:

notches

darts

Components include one or more of the following:

sleeves

waistbands (straight or shaped)

collars

cuffs

plackets

facings (neck and armhole)

binds

zips (dress, skirt, trouser and invisible)

buttons and buttonholes

hems (double fold, rolled, blind and stitched hem)

Machines include the following:

domestic sewing machine

overlocker

Set-up includes the following:

correct thread, needle size and type, needle guard, tension setting and attachments

Other equipment includes one or more of the following:

pins

scissors

needle and thread

marker or chalk

Sewing operations include:

positioning, feeding and handling of work pieces involving contouring, stopping or handling skills required to accommodate fabric variations

gathering, easing and tucking

Hand sewing includes one or more of the following:

attaching buttons and other closures

attaching embellishments, such as beading, trims and badges

hemming and overstitching

embroidery

Evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy the requirements of the elements and performance criteria, and include:

reading and following work instructions, standard operating procedures (SOPs), safe work practices

preparing workstation, materials, tools and equipment

interpreting commercially produced patterns to select appropriate fabric length and type

laying up pattern piece and pinning or tacking to make best use of fabric length and to match fabric pattern, nap and weave

cutting fabric according to seam allowances and pattern markings

operating domestic sewing or overlocking machines to sew components to produce at least two (2) simple garments, according to workplace procedures, garment requirements and accepted quality standards

completing any required hand sewingaccording to pattern requirements and accepted standards of sewing quality

inspecting sewn garment, identifying any faults and taking appropriate action to ensure it meets quality standards and pattern requirements

pressing garment according to fabric requirements and garment construction details

recording outcome.

Evidence must be provided that demonstrates knowledge of:

safe work practices and procedures and use of personal protective equipment (PPE)

techniques in using and maintaining domestic sewing machine and overlocker

commercial pattern instructions and markings

characteristics of a range of fabrics, including lace, woven and knitted fabrics and threads, such as denim, single knits, tricot and gabardine

quality standards and practices

sizing requirements

sequence of operations for garment assembly

workplace procedures

recording and reporting practices.

Assessors must:

satisfy the assessor competency requirements that are in place at the time of the assessment, as set by the VET regulator

have vocational competency in producing a simple garment, at least to the level being assessed, with relevant industry knowledge and experience.

Where possible assessment must occur in operational workplace situations. Where this is not possible, or where personal safety or environmental damage are limiting factors, assessment must occur in a sufficiently rigorous simulated environment reflecting realistic operational workplace conditions. This must cover all aspects of workplace performance, including environment, task skills, task management skills, contingency management skills and job role environment skills.

Assessment processes and techniques must be appropriate to the language, literacy and numeracy requirements of the work being performed and the needs of the candidate.

Conditions for assessment must include access to all tools, equipment, materials and documentation required, including relevant workplace procedures, product and manufacturing specifications associated with this unit.
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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
Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) 
Comply with work health and safety (WHS) requirements at all times 
Use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) in accordance with SOPs 
Identify job requirements from specifications, drawings, job sheets or work instructions 
Select pattern according to size and style required 
Select fabric to suit purpose and design of garment 
Determine sequencing of garment assembly operations according to pattern requirements 
Calculate fabric amount according to fabric width, pattern size and pattern requirements and document 
Prepare workstation, tools and equipment 
Lay out pattern pieces and pin or tack to make best use of fabric length and to match fabric pattern, nap and weave 
Cut fabric according to seam allowances and pattern markings 
Check cut pattern pieces against garment requirements and fabric characteristics, and make any required corrections 
Lay out garment components according to sequence of assembly operations 
Sew components according to workplace procedures, garment requirements and accepted quality standards 
Control machine speed and work handling for type of sewing operations, fabrics and garment complexity 
Check garment for correct fit and assembly quality 
Complete any required hand sewing according to pattern requirements and accepted standards of sewing quality 
Inspect sewn garment, identify any faults and take appropriate action to ensure it meets quality standards and pattern requirements 
Press garment according to fabric requirements and garment construction details 
Record outcome 

Forms

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