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 fit bespoke garments | 2.1 | Pin and sew together fabric pieces and linings, as required, and hang appropriately in readiness for assembly |
| 2.2 | Conduct first fitting with the client and make changes, as required |
| 2.3 | Use effective communication strategies to interact with client and respond to client feedback with discretion |
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3 | Assemble garment | 3.1 | Sew together pieces to form the whole garment in accordance with pattern specifications and workplace procedures |
| 3.2 | Press garment in accordance with requirements |
| 3.3 | Assess second fitting of garment with client |
| 3.4 | Determine any modifications needed in consultation with the client |
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4 | Finish garment and conduct final fitting | 4.1 | Undertake alterations, where relevant |
| 4.2 | Assess hand sewing and apply trims in accordance with design requirements and quality criteria |
| 4.3 | Finish garment to meet specifications and attach appropriate labels |
| 4.4 | Conduct final fitting to ensure client satisfaction and to confirm correct sizing, look and wearer comfort |
| 4.5 | Prepare all relevant paperwork and documentation in accordance with workplace procedures |
Evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy the requirements of the elements and performance, and include:
reading and following work instructions, standard operating procedures (SOPs), safe work practices
preparing and assembling pieces for at least two (2) types of garment
conducting first, second and final fittings to meet client specifications and correct fit on at least two (2) occasions
performing alterations
hand and machine sewing and applying trims to achieve quality criteria
communicating effectively with clients
finishing garment to meet specifications and attaching appropriate labels
conducting final fitting to ensure client satisfaction and to confirm correct sizing, look and wearer comfort
preparing all relevant paperwork and documentation in accordance with workplace procedures.
Evidence must be provided that demonstrates knowledge of:
safe work practices and procedures and use of personal protective equipment (PPE)
garment construction
assembly methods using machining and hand sewing
fabric properties and their characteristics
quality practices
interpersonal communication
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 assembling and fitting tailored or bespoke garments, 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.