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Elements and Performance Criteria

  1. Required fabrics, number of items to be cut and required equipment are identified
  2. Prepare materials for cutting
  3. Complete cutting operations

Required Skills

This unit covers the competency to measure out and cut single layer fabrics

ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Plan work operations

Required fabrics number of items to be cut and required equipment are identified

Fabric sizes to be cut are identified from work order plus any required allowances

OHampS requirements including ergonomic criteria and personal protection needs are observed throughout the work

Suitable work area is selected tidied and cleaned of any contaminants

Suitable scissors and or blades are selected and checked prior to use for appropriate sharpness set operation and safe condition

Fabrics are selected in accordance with work order and laid out smooth and square

Prepare materials for cutting

Fabrics are inspected for flaws and appropriate finish

Naps direction pattern matches and face of the materials are identified

Tools and equipment are checked for operation

Complete cutting operations

Cutting is completed with cut out materials identifiedlabelled where required

Any measurements for pleat lines hems headings and any special seam allowances are marked out using workplace approved methods

Where required fabrics are hung using appropriate protective covers and care label information is attached

Cut lengths are dispatched to next process following workplace procedures

Unused materials are stored as required

Workplace required documentation is completed following appropriate procedures

Work area is cleaned and damaged tools tagged as required

Waste is collected and bundled for recyclingreuse as required

Evidence Required

The Evidence Guide identifies the critical aspects knowledge and skills to be demonstrated to confirm competency for this unit This is an integral part of the assessment of competency and should be read in conjunction with the Range Statement

Critical Aspects of Evidence

Interpret work order and locate and apply relevant information

Apply safe handling practices for equipment products and materials

Identify materials used and any special marking out requirements

Measure accurately and cut fabric quantities to minimise waste and produce consistent quality items for at least five different types of material or product

Follow work instructions operating procedures and inspection practices to

prevent damage to goods equipment or products

maintain required production output and product quality

minimise the risk of injury to self or others

Work effectively with others

Modify activities to cater for variations in workplace contexts and environment

Underpinning Knowledge

Work requirements including workplace standards

Fabric types common faults and inspection procedures

Design features of the finished items in relation to attractive use of fabric patterns

Cutting equipment and techniques

The impact of cutting on fabrics

Underpinning Skills

Information Collect organise and understand information related to work orders basic plans and safety procedures

Communication Communicate ideas and information to enable confirmation of work requirements and specifications coordination of work with site supervisor other workers and customers and the reporting of work outcomes and problems

Planning Plan and organise activities including the preparation and layout of the worksite and the obtaining of equipment and materials to avoid any back tracking workflow interruptions or wastage

Teamwork Work with others and in a team by recognising dependencies and using cooperative approaches to optimise workflow and productivity

Mathematical ideas and techniques Use mathematical ideas and techniques to correctly complete measurements and estimate fabric requirements and other material requirements

Solve problems Use prechecking and inspection techniques to anticipate cutting problems avoid reworking and avoid wastage

Use of technology Use the limited workplace technology related to cutting including tools equipment calculators and measuring devices

Resource Implications

Work orders fabrics including linings and interlinings calculator and where available other workplace calculating and cutting equipment

Method of Assessment

Assessment methods must confirm consistency of performance over time and in a range of workplace relevant contexts

Assessment should be by direct observation of tasks and questioning on underpinning knowledge

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

Context of Assessment

Assessment may occur on the job or in a workplace simulated facility with relevant equipment materials work instructions and deadlines


Range Statement

The Range Statement provides advice to interpret the scope and context of this unit of competency, allowing for differences between enterprises and workplaces. It relates to the unit as a whole and facilitates holistic assessment. The following variables may be present for this particular unit:

Single layer fabrics

Single layer fabrics. This unit applies to soft furnishings and upholstered items cut from measurements and instructions, and does not apply to cutting from patterns

Unit context

OH&S requirements may include legislation, building codes, material safety management systems, hazardous and dangerous goods codes and local safe operating procedures or equivalent

Work is carried out in accordance with legislative obligations, environmental legislation, relevant health regulations, manual handling procedures and organisation insurance requirements

Work requires individuals to demonstrate some discretion, judgement and problem solving skills in the set up and operation of machines. This may be demonstrated either individually or in a team environment

Workplace environment

Work may be performed in workplaces which are involved in the manufacture of soft furnishings and upholstered furniture and in the repair and restoration of furnishing products

Tools and equipment

Tools and equipment may include, but are not limited to: cutting equipment, including scissors and cutting machines; measuring and calculating equipment, including tapes, rulers, calculators and computers

Products

Products to be constructed may include, but are not limited to: curtains, drapes, swags, cushions and upholstered furniture components

Personal protective equipment

Personal protective equipment is to include that prescribed under legislation, regulations and enterprise policies and practices

Information and procedures

Machine manufacturers’ specifications and operational procedures

Workplace procedures relating to the setting and operation of machinery

Work instructions, including job sheets, cutting lists, plans, drawings and designs

Workplace procedures relating to reporting and communication