Assessor Resource

MSTLA2004
Perform linen rewash

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024


This unit of competency covers the skills and knowledge required to identify stains and select rewash methods for linen to meet laundry specifications and quality requirements.

This unit applies to product rewash procedures and operating machines. It involves chemical dispensing and monitoring procedures.

Work may be conducted in small to large scale enterprises and may involve individual and team activities. Work is performed within defined procedures under direct supervision.

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 perform linen rewash

2.1

Identify laundry operating procedures and workplace procedures

2.2

Follow steps for identifying the stained product

2.3

Identify stains and classify into categories

2.4

Determine rewash requirements for the identified stain and product type

3

Carry out rewash procedure

3.1

Assess preparation for rewash in accordance with laundry machine operation procedures

3.2

Prepare chemical products and use according to supplier and laundry requirements and apply prewash, as required

3.3

Operate machine in accordance with manufacturer and workplace procedures

3.4

Monitor washing extractor operation to ensure correct function

3.5

Identify and report operating faults

4

Complete rewash

4.1

Record data and store in accordance with industry and workplace procedures

4.2

Transfer linen to next operation

4.3

Maintain work area housekeeping standards

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

complying with relevant standards

recognising, identifying and assessing the range of common stains normally encountered

using machines and related equipment, including dispensing and dosing systems according to directions

selecting and determining appropriate rewash requirements for at least two (2) applications

preparing and using chemicals safely

completing linen rewash safely and efficiently, to quality standards, on at least two (2) occasions

monitoring process operation

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

characteristics of stains, their relevant identification procedures and removal techniques

machine operation, program selection and monitoring procedures:

manual handling

safe handling of chemicals

preparation of chemical products

preparation of dispensing systems

quality control requirements

characteristics and hazards of chemicals and dispensing systems

infection control policies and procedures

workplace procedures

work health and safety (WHS) and environmental aspects related to workplace and machine and equipment operation and manual handling, including consumable or hazardous materials

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 performing linen rewash, 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 perform linen rewash

2.1

Identify laundry operating procedures and workplace procedures

2.2

Follow steps for identifying the stained product

2.3

Identify stains and classify into categories

2.4

Determine rewash requirements for the identified stain and product type

3

Carry out rewash procedure

3.1

Assess preparation for rewash in accordance with laundry machine operation procedures

3.2

Prepare chemical products and use according to supplier and laundry requirements and apply prewash, as required

3.3

Operate machine in accordance with manufacturer and workplace procedures

3.4

Monitor washing extractor operation to ensure correct function

3.5

Identify and report operating faults

4

Complete rewash

4.1

Record data and store in accordance with industry and workplace procedures

4.2

Transfer linen to next operation

4.3

Maintain work area housekeeping standards

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

PPE

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

Laundry machines include one or more of the following:

microprocessor or computer controlled

automatic washing extractors

manual washing extractors

continuous batch washers

weighing machines

chemical dosing equipment

Procedures include one or more of the following:

chemical specifications, handling and use

machines manual over-riding technology application

identification of faults

manual handling for loading and unloading machines

safe use of machines

quality control requirements

working in confined spaces

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

complying with relevant standards

recognising, identifying and assessing the range of common stains normally encountered

using machines and related equipment, including dispensing and dosing systems according to directions

selecting and determining appropriate rewash requirements for at least two (2) applications

preparing and using chemicals safely

completing linen rewash safely and efficiently, to quality standards, on at least two (2) occasions

monitoring process operation

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

characteristics of stains, their relevant identification procedures and removal techniques

machine operation, program selection and monitoring procedures:

manual handling

safe handling of chemicals

preparation of chemical products

preparation of dispensing systems

quality control requirements

characteristics and hazards of chemicals and dispensing systems

infection control policies and procedures

workplace procedures

work health and safety (WHS) and environmental aspects related to workplace and machine and equipment operation and manual handling, including consumable or hazardous materials

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 performing linen rewash, 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 
Identify laundry operating procedures and workplace procedures 
Follow steps for identifying the stained product 
Identify stains and classify into categories 
Determine rewash requirements for the identified stain and product type 
Assess preparation for rewash in accordance with laundry machine operation procedures 
Prepare chemical products and use according to supplier and laundry requirements and apply prewash, as required 
Operate machine in accordance with manufacturer and workplace procedures 
Monitor washing extractor operation to ensure correct function 
Identify and report operating faults 
Record data and store in accordance with industry and workplace procedures 
Transfer linen to next operation 
Maintain work area housekeeping standards 

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