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 assess performance and handling requirements | 2.1 | Identify the structure and composition of traditional and non-traditional millinery materials |
| 2.2 | Identify and describe key performance characteristics of traditional and non-traditional millinery materials. |
| 2.3 | Identify labelling requirements according to Australian Standards |
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3 | Identify performance characteristics of millinery materials | 3.1 | Conduct performance testing of traditional and non-traditional millinery materials |
| 3.2 | Identify common problems and faults of materials |
| 3.3 | Identify material quality using established quality indicators and test fabric performance |
| 3.4 | Use performance characteristics to describe appropriate uses of millinery materials |
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4 | Identify handling requirements of millinery materials | 4.1 | Identify material finishes and implications for handling |
| 4.2 | Identify care and cleaning requirements |
| 4.3 | Identify compatibility of materials or combined applications |
| 4.4 | Identify implications for millinery construction |
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 and safe work practices and other reference material
identifying the structure and composition of traditional and non-traditional millinery materials
identifying common problems and faults of materials
identifying material quality using established quality indicators and testing fabric performance
conducting performance testing of millinery materials on at least two (2) occasions
testing and identifying at least two (2) performance characteristics of traditional and non-traditional millinery materials
identifying quality indicators of millinery materials
using performance characteristics to describe appropriate uses of millinery materials
identifying material finishes and implications for handling, care, cleaning and construction for at least two (2) types of millinery materials.
Evidence must be provided that demonstrates knowledge of:
safe work practices and procedures and use of personal protective equipment (PPE)
traditional and non-traditional millinery materials:
woven and non-woven materials
natural and synthetic materials
flat or moulded materials
composite materials
foundation materials
linings
covering fabrics
trims
components (wire, ribbon and feathers)
performance characteristics of millinery materials:
abrasion
wearability
absorbency
durability
elasticity
heat sensitivity
colour fastness
strength
handling requirements of millinery materials
care and cleaning of millinery materials
finishes:
colouration
brushing
sizing
decorative surface finishes for aesthetics
floating threads or fibres
quality practices
relevant Australian Standards
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 identifying performance and handling requirements of millinery materials, 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.