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 | Prepare to machine advanced construction garment | 2.1 | Analyse design specifications to identify advanced construction requirements |
| 2.2 | Prepare workstation tools and equipment |
| 2.3 | Examine garment components to ensure that they comply with pattern specifications and make any adjustments as required |
| 2.4 | Determine advanced construction requirements and plan sequence of operations |
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3 | Sew garment | 3.1 | Conduct sewing operations according to requirements of pattern, component detail and design |
| 3.2 | Use all machines required to produce a complete design sample |
| 3.3 | Control machine speed and work handling for type of operations, fabrics and product |
| 3.4 | Regularly check performance of machine for signs of faulty operation |
| 3.5 | Perform garment embellishment, where necessary, to meet design specifications |
| 3.6 | Finish garment and inspect against design and pattern specifications |
| 3.7 | Record results of inspection of finished garment |
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4 | Review design and production processes | 4.1 | Identify garment construction problems, provide feedback to designers and patternmakers, and document |
| 4.2 | Review production processes to assess timing and task requirements and identify alternative processes to achieve more efficient or effective outcomes |
| 4.3 | Use appropriate communication tools to review sample garment and production with appropriate personnel |
| 4.4 | Document outcomes of communication and maintain records |
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, design specifications
applying relevant standards
preparing and setting up machines and determining all construction requirements
operating and maintaining at least three (3) types of machines required for complete operations
performing a range of sewing operations, where the positioning, feeding and handling of work pieces involves discretionary changes, contouring or critical stopping points, and where special handling skills are required to accommodate fabric variations
completing all operations to sew at least two (2) complex whole advanced construction garments that include multiple pieces, such as sleeves, collars and trims according to garment requirements, quality standards and required operations
controlling machine speed and work handling for type of operations, fabrics and product type according to workplace procedures
performing embellishment, where required, and finishing garment to meet design specifications
inspecting garment construction problems, providing feedback to designers and patternmakers and documenting
reviewing production processes, identifying alternative processes to achieve more efficient or effective outcomes, and using appropriate communication tools to review sample garment and production with appropriate personnel
documenting outcomes of communication and maintaining records.
Evidence must be provided that demonstrates knowledge of:
safe work practices and procedures and use of personal protective equipment (PPE)
relevant Australian Standards
characteristics of a variety of fabrics, threads and other materials used in garment assembly
design specifications for advanced construction garments, such as:
type of garment
style requirements
fit model specifications
sizing
design restrictions or conditions
trims and accessories
fabric
sequence of operations to produce a completed sample product
operation of variety of production machines required to complete garment assembly
construction specifications, such as:
multiple interfacings
tailored collars
cut-in pockets
vents
linings
wide range of commonly used and specialised fabrics
machine set-up:
clean machines
set up and adjust machines according to specifications for work
check needles, attachments and parts
identify worn needles and parts and report or replace according to manufacturer instructions
hand embellishment techniques, such as:
beading
smocking
embroidery stitches
fabric manipulation
machine embellishment, such as:
quilting
pintucking
shirring
machine embroidery
appliqué
lace insertion
garment finishing, such as:
trimming loose threads
checking
spotting
sorting
hand or machine sewing buttons or fasteners
hand or machine sewing hems
securing lining
sewing and cutting buttonholes
attaching accessories or trims
attaching tickets and labels
bundling
communication with appropriate personnel:
managers
colleagues
specialist staff
designers
patternmakers
production supervisors
quality practices
workplace procedure
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 performing sample machining of advanced construction items, 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.