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 use steaming and pressing equipment | 2.1 | Prepare work area according to industry production sector and workplace procedures |
| 2.2 | Select, check and inspect steaming and pressing equipment and workstation |
| 2.3 | Identify materials to be steamed or pressed and their performance characteristics |
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3 | Test pressing and steaming equipment | 3.1 | Test steaming of sample materials according to composition and construction of materials |
| 3.2 | Test pressing of sample materials according to composition and construction of materials |
| 3.3 | Adjust settings on pressing and steaming equipment, as necessary |
| 3.4 | Identify operational problems of equipment, report and address |
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4 | Use steaming and pressing equipment | 4.1 | Conduct steaming and pressing according to the tests on material samples and manufacturer instructions |
| 4.2 | Engage steaming and pressing equipment to form, adjust, finish and present garments, textiles or millinery, as required |
| 4.3 | Disengage steaming and pressing equipment according to manufacturer instructions |
| 4.4 | Conduct steaming and pressing according to the tests on material samples and manufacturer instructions |
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
setting up equipment to suit job requirements and performing routine checking and maintenance
operating equipment according to manufacturer specifications
identifying material characteristics
testing material samples
steaming and pressing a variety of materials and/or items according to the tests on material samples and manufacturer’s instructions, on at least three (3) occasions
using steaming and pressing equipment to form, adjust, finish and present garments, textiles, laundry or dry cleaning items or millinery, as appropriate to the sector
reporting and documenting processes, as required
applying 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
material types and their performance characteristics:
reaction to heat, steam, time and pressure, including:
stretching
shrinking
elasticity
tension
drying time
manufacturer instructions for:
SOPs
troubleshooting
minor maintenance procedures
limitations of usage
conditions of warranty
suggested temperature, timing and moisture for various materials
operation of steaming and pressing equipment to form, adjust, finish and present garments, textiles, millinery, laundry or dry cleaning items, as appropriate to the sector
steaming and pressing equipment, such as:
irons
presses
industrial steam irons
suction boards
sleeve board
sleeve roll
millinery steamer
hot block
hat stretcher
hairdryer
industrial pressing station
ironing board
water bottle
pressing pad or roll
needle board
pressing cloth
distilled water
equipment testing and checking
material samples testing:
testing on a small piece of material at various heat settings to ascertain optimum settings (temperature and time) for the material
test material reaction to steam or water
procedures to engage and disengage tools and equipment:
turning-on electricity source
setting temperature and timing devices
pre-heating
turning off power source
allowing equipment to cool before storage
emptying water reservoir
cleaning equipment
disassembling parts ready for storage
steaming and pressing presentation:
components
finished items for packaging or storage
finished items after unpacking
a finished item to revitalise it
items ready for visual merchandising
a finished item ready for despatch
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 using steaming and pressing equipment in TCF production, 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.
The unit is applicable to all TCF sectors and assessment must ensure it is delivered to suit the industry it is being applied to.