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 |
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2 | Identify fabric performance characteristics | 2.1 | Use identification methods to identify fabrics and component fibres |
| 2.2 | Identify key performance characteristics of fabrics |
| 2.3 | Conduct performance testing of fabrics |
| 2.4 | Identify common problems and faults of fabrics |
| 2.5 | Identify fabric quality using established quality indicators |
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3 | Identify fabric handling requirements | 3.1 | Use performance characteristics to describe appropriate uses of fabrics |
| 3.2 | Identify fibre and fabric finishes and implications for handling |
| 3.3 | Identify care requirements in handling fabrics and implications for production |
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4 | Identify cleaning and labelling requirements | 4.1 | Identify care and cleaning requirements of fabrics |
| 4.2 | Identify labelling requirements according to current Australian Standards |
| 4.3 | Record 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
locating and interpreting information in Australian Standard AS/NZ 1957:1998 Textiles – Care labelling
using a range of identification methods to identify key performance characteristics of at least two (2) different examples of each identified fabric type (at least ten (10) fabrics)
conducting and keeping record of a broad range of performance tests on a variety of fabrics, including at least five (5) different performance tests on five (5) fabric types
identifying fabric quality of at least ten (10) different fabrics using established quality indicators
preparing a table to summarise performance characteristics, common problems and faults, appropriate uses, care requirements in handling products, and implications for production, of at least ten (10) different fabrics
collecting at least two (2) fabric samples to demonstrate at least four (4) different finishes, identifying their application and implications for handling
identifying care, cleaning and labelling requirements of a sample of at least ten (10) different fabrics or products, to comply with Australian Standards
recording 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
fibre identification:
natural fibres, such as cotton, wool, silk, linen
man-made, such as rayon and acetate
synthetic, such as nylon and polyester
fabric identification methods:
identifying physical properties and features and other characteristics determined by clients or markets
checking of specifications and manuals
consultation with specialists
visual inspection
tactile analysis
acetone
burn test
performance characteristics
performance testing
care and cleaning requirements:
dry cleaning
hand washing
washing
drying
ironing
special requirements (e.g. hanging)
bleaching
quality indicators:
straight grain
even or uneven weave
slippage
length of fibres
pilling
even print or dye colour
print alignment or sizing
fabric resilience
workability
wash testing
fabric finishes
information resources on fibres and fabrics
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 identifying fabric performance and handling, 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.