Assessor Resource

MSTDE3008
Produce embroidery from digitised images

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024


This unit of competency covers the skills and knowledge required to set machine operations and produce embroidery from digitised images.

The unit of competency applies to computerised embroidery machine operation skills where the image and digitised file has been provided.

Work may be conducted in a variety of environments, such as operational workplace activities, or home-based activities.

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 embroidery

2.1

Confirm embroidery work requirements and artwork specifications

2.2

Access artwork file and import into working area and navigate software to direct production

2.3

Select embroidery materials and prepare according to fabric and work requirements

2.4

Perform routine minor maintenance according to manufacturer specifications

2.5

Assess and adjust needle sequence, thread tension and speed, and hoop

3

Produce embroidery

3.1

Check machine operation and adjust to ensure optimum performance

3.2

Manage production problems, such as thread breaks

3.3

Complete a range of images, including embroidered lettering, monograms and motifs on items such as hats, T-shirts and other simple garments, according to work specifications

3.4

Assess production efficiencies and identify areas for improvement

3.5

Minimise waste and dispose of according to environmental guidelines

4

Check and finalise work

4.1

Inspect embroidery against work requirements and artwork specifications

4.2

Finish work and prepare for despatch

4.3

Complete documentation

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 and other reference material

applying relevant standards

accessing artwork file and importing into working area, and navigating software to direct production

selecting embroidery materials and preparing according to fabric and work requirements

performing routine minor maintenance according to manufacturer specifications

preparing and checking machine

completing a range of images, including embroidered lettering, monograms and motifs on at least two (2) items, such as hats, t-shirts and other simple garments, according to work specifications

producing work efficiently and according to quality standards

recognising and addressing production problems.

maintaining accurate records

Evidence must be provided that demonstrates knowledge of:

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

relevant Australian standards

embroidery materials:

needles

threads

hoops

stabilisers

toppings

backings

embroidery machines: domestic (single or multi-needle) or commercial (single or multi-head) machines

computer navigation to access and import an image

machine embroidery techniques

a range of images, including embroidered lettering, monograms and motifs on items, such as hats, t-shirts and other simple garments

types and properties of fabric

colour, texture, shape, balance and composition theory

fabric types and properties:

woven

non-woven

knits

lightweight

heavyweight

hoop types and uses:

tubular

sash

screw

cap

square

round

spring

needle types and uses:

standard

metalfil

embroidery eye

stretch

thread types:

polyester

metallic

rayon

cotton

stabilisers, toppings and backings:

water soluble

tear away

iron on

cut away

varying weights

environmental aspects related to workplace and machine or equipment operation and manual handling

quality practices

practices for recording and reporting.

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 embroidery from digitised images, 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 produce embroidery

2.1

Confirm embroidery work requirements and artwork specifications

2.2

Access artwork file and import into working area and navigate software to direct production

2.3

Select embroidery materials and prepare according to fabric and work requirements

2.4

Perform routine minor maintenance according to manufacturer specifications

2.5

Assess and adjust needle sequence, thread tension and speed, and hoop

3

Produce embroidery

3.1

Check machine operation and adjust to ensure optimum performance

3.2

Manage production problems, such as thread breaks

3.3

Complete a range of images, including embroidered lettering, monograms and motifs on items such as hats, T-shirts and other simple garments, according to work specifications

3.4

Assess production efficiencies and identify areas for improvement

3.5

Minimise waste and dispose of according to environmental guidelines

4

Check and finalise work

4.1

Inspect embroidery against work requirements and artwork specifications

4.2

Finish work and prepare for despatch

4.3

Complete documentation

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

Embroidery work requirements include the following:

checking machine functionality to confirm capacity for work

confirming material requirements

assessing garment or item and fabric to be embroidered

Artwork specifications include one or more of the following:

content

colour

size, including width and length

stitch type and size

font

fill

Software includes:

any software classed as a digitising software (as opposed to customising or editing software)

Minor maintenance includes the following:

checking and replacement of needles, attachments and/or parts

oiling of machine parts

removal of lint or fabric

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 and other reference material

applying relevant standards

accessing artwork file and importing into working area, and navigating software to direct production

selecting embroidery materials and preparing according to fabric and work requirements

performing routine minor maintenance according to manufacturer specifications

preparing and checking machine

completing a range of images, including embroidered lettering, monograms and motifs on at least two (2) items, such as hats, t-shirts and other simple garments, according to work specifications

producing work efficiently and according to quality standards

recognising and addressing production problems.

maintaining accurate records

Evidence must be provided that demonstrates knowledge of:

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

relevant Australian standards

embroidery materials:

needles

threads

hoops

stabilisers

toppings

backings

embroidery machines: domestic (single or multi-needle) or commercial (single or multi-head) machines

computer navigation to access and import an image

machine embroidery techniques

a range of images, including embroidered lettering, monograms and motifs on items, such as hats, t-shirts and other simple garments

types and properties of fabric

colour, texture, shape, balance and composition theory

fabric types and properties:

woven

non-woven

knits

lightweight

heavyweight

hoop types and uses:

tubular

sash

screw

cap

square

round

spring

needle types and uses:

standard

metalfil

embroidery eye

stretch

thread types:

polyester

metallic

rayon

cotton

stabilisers, toppings and backings:

water soluble

tear away

iron on

cut away

varying weights

environmental aspects related to workplace and machine or equipment operation and manual handling

quality practices

practices for recording and reporting.

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 embroidery from digitised images, 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 
Confirm embroidery work requirements and artwork specifications 
Access artwork file and import into working area and navigate software to direct production 
Select embroidery materials and prepare according to fabric and work requirements 
Perform routine minor maintenance according to manufacturer specifications 
Assess and adjust needle sequence, thread tension and speed, and hoop 
Check machine operation and adjust to ensure optimum performance 
Manage production problems, such as thread breaks 
Complete a range of images, including embroidered lettering, monograms and motifs on items such as hats, T-shirts and other simple garments, according to work specifications 
Assess production efficiencies and identify areas for improvement 
Minimise waste and dispose of according to environmental guidelines 
Inspect embroidery against work requirements and artwork specifications 
Finish work and prepare for despatch 
Complete documentation 

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