Assessor Resource

MSTCL2013
Block and shape headwear by machine

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


This unit of competency covers the skills and knowledge required to perform blocking and shaping of headwear by machine.

The unit of competency applies to the production of headwear from specialist millinery foundation materials and standard textile products in a commercial environment where multiple units of styles are produced. It includes selecting the block where applicable.

Work is conducted according to defined procedures.

Work may be conducted in small to large scale enterprises and may involve individual and team activities.

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

You may want to include more information here about the target group and the purpose of the assessments (eg formative, summative, recognition)


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 block headwear

2.1

Interpret design specification and confirm blocking and shaping requirements

2.2

Select materials required for design.

2.3

Assemble selected materials in readiness for shaping hat

3

Block headwear

3.1

Select block, where necessary, to suit design and ensure correct application

3.2

Prepare fibre/materials for blocking process

3.3

Set up machine and equipment to meet requirements

3.4

Process by steam

3.5

Assess blocking using appropriate machine according to manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures

3.6

Identify and rectify non-conforming outcomes

3.7

Document process and outcomes according to workplace procedures

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

applying relevant standards

interpreting design specifications

preparing and handling materials

manipulating materials to produce required shapes for at least two (2) types of headwear

using blocks according to specifications

operating machines or equipment used in shaping headwear

recognising and rectifying non-conforming outcomes

documenting process and outcomes according to workplace procedures.

Evidence must be provided that demonstrates knowledge of:

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

relevant Australian Standards

industry and product processes and equipment

textiles and millinery foundation materials and their composition, and the effects of temperature and steam

the stretch quality of fabrics

quality standards and practices

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 blocking and shaping headwear by machine, at least to the level being assessed, with relevant industry knowledge and experience.

Assessment should 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 block headwear

2.1

Interpret design specification and confirm blocking and shaping requirements

2.2

Select materials required for design.

2.3

Assemble selected materials in readiness for shaping hat

3

Block headwear

3.1

Select block, where necessary, to suit design and ensure correct application

3.2

Prepare fibre/materials for blocking process

3.3

Set up machine and equipment to meet requirements

3.4

Process by steam

3.5

Assess blocking using appropriate machine according to manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures

3.6

Identify and rectify non-conforming outcomes

3.7

Document process and outcomes according to workplace procedures

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

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

Australian Standards include:

the relevant industry or Australian Standards that are current at the time this unit is being undertaken

Machines include one or more of the following:

hat blocking press

cord

steam applicator

hot block

hat stretcher

cutting tools

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

applying relevant standards

interpreting design specifications

preparing and handling materials

manipulating materials to produce required shapes for at least two (2) types of headwear

using blocks according to specifications

operating machines or equipment used in shaping headwear

recognising and rectifying non-conforming outcomes

documenting process and outcomes according to workplace procedures.

Evidence must be provided that demonstrates knowledge of:

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

relevant Australian Standards

industry and product processes and equipment

textiles and millinery foundation materials and their composition, and the effects of temperature and steam

the stretch quality of fabrics

quality standards and practices

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 blocking and shaping headwear by machine, at least to the level being assessed, with relevant industry knowledge and experience.

Assessment should 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 
Interpret design specification and confirm blocking and shaping requirements 
Select materials required for design. 
Assemble selected materials in readiness for shaping hat 
Select block, where necessary, to suit design and ensure correct application 
Prepare fibre/materials for blocking process 
Set up machine and equipment to meet requirements 
Process by steam 
Assess blocking using appropriate machine according to manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures 
Identify and rectify non-conforming outcomes 
Document process and outcomes according to workplace procedures 

Forms

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