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Elements and Performance Criteria

  1. Prepare for work
  2. Complete construction
  3. Apply quality checks
  4. Finalise operation and maintain equipment

Required Skills

Required skills

communicate with workplace supervisor to

confirm work orders and instructions

report work outcomes

work with others and in a team to construct a basic roll up blind

use prechecking and inspection techniques to anticipate production problems avoid reworking and wastage

adapt to new situations

collect and organise information

plan tasks and identify task outcomes

follow workplace induction principles

adapt to new skill requirements

use tools and equipment

set up and start equipment

Required knowledge

types characteristics uses and limitations of roll up blind materials

identification of equipment processes and procedures

workflow in relation to constructing a basic roll up blind

StateTerritory OHS legislation regulations standards and codes of practice relevant to constructing a basic roll up blind

reading and interpreting workplace documents including work orders work instructions and operator instructions

environmental protection requirements relating to the disposal of waste material

established lines of communication and protocols

terms used to describe components of a roll up blind

storage systems and labelling

procedures for the recording reporting and maintenance of workplace records and information

mathematical techniques for estimation and measurement of materials

Evidence Required

The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria required skills and knowledge range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

Interpret work order locate materials and use information to complete a basic roll up blind

Apply safe handling practices and safe operating procedures for equipment products and materials to

minimise the risk of injury to self or others

prevent damage to goods equipment and products

Identify materials and equipment used in constructing a basic roll up blind

Select and set up and maintain equipment in accordance with manufacturer instructions and workplace practices

Communicate and work with others in the work area

Report process for materials faults damaged products or equipment

Cut fabrics accurately according to work orders

Construct at least one basic roll up blind

Context of and specific resources for assessment

The application of competency is to be assessed in the workplace or simulated workplace

Assessment is to occur under standard and authorised work practices safety requirements and environmental constraints

Assessment of required knowledge and skills may be conducted in workplace and simulated workplace environments

The following resources should be made available

workplace location or simulated workplace

materials and equipment relevant to constructing a basic roll up blind

workplace practices including standard operating procedures and work instructions for constructing a basic roll up blind

Method of assessment

Assessment methods must confirm consistency and accuracy of performance over time and in a range of workplace relevant contexts together with application of required knowledge and skills

Assessment methods should be by direct observation of tasks and include questioning on required knowledge and skills to ensure its correct interpretation and application

Assessment should be conducted over time and may be in conjunction with assessment of other units of competency

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

Interpret work order locate materials and use information to complete a basic roll up blind

Apply safe handling practices and safe operating procedures for equipment products and materials to

minimise the risk of injury to self or others

prevent damage to goods equipment and products

Identify materials and equipment used in constructing a basic roll up blind

Select and set up and maintain equipment in accordance with manufacturer instructions and workplace practices

Communicate and work with others in the work area

Report process for materials faults damaged products or equipment

Cut fabrics accurately according to work orders

Construct at least one basic roll up blind


Range Statement

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.

OHS requirements

include Commonwealth, State/Territory legislation and regulations, organisational safety policies and procedures. Requirements may include but not be limited to the use of personal protective equipment, fire fighting equipment, First Aid equipment, hazard and risk control and elimination of hazardous materials and substances, manual handling including lifting and carrying

Personal protection needs

includes safety glasses/goggles, hearing protection, safety footwear, protective clothing and head wear, respiratory protection

Work order

includes quotations for work, job cards, customer orders

specifications including design, size, colour and quantity

Appropriate personnel

may include assessor, trainer, supervisor, manager or any other person responsible for your work activity

Tools and equipment

includes cutting bench, shears, knives, cut off saws, sewing machines, needles, staple gun, double sided tape dispenser, file, mallet and hammer

Materials

includes polyester blend, metalisised, PVC coated fibreglass, twill weave flock coated

Hardware

includes roller, lath, control mechanism, pin end, pull ring, cassette head boxes, side guides, side channels, motors, chains (plastic and stainless steel)

Work instructions

includes instructions for constructing a basic roll up blind

Allowances

may be for hardware, joins, hems

Laid out

material should be laid out flat and square on a cutting table large enough to take full width of material

Marked

material may be marked using chalk, markers or pencil

Child safety mechanisms

as required by legislation or code of practice

Tested

within limits of normal operation

Waste

may include textiles, metal, timber

waste removal should be in accordance with workplace practices and environmental legislation covering disposal of industrial waste

Workplace documentation

may include time sheets, customer care cards, work orders, reports