This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level required for this unit

Demonstrates knowledge of

garment assembly processes where the positioning feeding and handling of work pieces involves discretionary changes contouring or critical stopping points or involving the special handling skills required to accommodate fabric variations

techniques in using and maintaining production machines

characteristics of fabrics threads and other materials used in garment assembly

quality standards and practices

sequence of operations

OHS practices including hazard identification and control measures

workplace practices

recording and reporting practices

Demonstrates skills to

plan product repair or alteration

use and maintain a variety of production machines such as plain lockstitch sewing machine a three four or five thread overlocker a zigzag sewing machine blind hemmers buttonholers button sewers elasticators and binders

use hand sewing techniques to repair or alter garments

handle receive and repair or alter garments

conduct quality checks of own work

identify noncompliances with quality standards

consistently achieve quality and production output requirements

read interpret and follow information on work specifications standard operating procedures and work instructions and other reference material

maintain accurate records

communicate within the workplace

sequence operations

meet specifications

clarify and check taskrelated information

carry out work according to OHS practices

The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria Required Skills and Knowledge the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package

Critical aspects of evidence

Demonstrates skills and knowledge to

plan process for repairs or alterations to occur

check work pieces against specifications for repairs or alterations

prepare workstation and work before commencing sewing operations

apply range of sewing techniques required to repair or alter product

operate machines required for repairs and alterations

apply OHS practices in work operations

perform quality checks

maintain accurate records

Consistency in performance

Consistently applies skills and knowledge when

organising work

completing tasks according to instructions

working systematically with attention to detail

identifying improvements and avoiding damage

using workplace practices

using OHS practices

recording and reporting accidents and incidents

assessing operational readiness of equipment

recognising and adapting to cultural differences in the workplace including modes of behaviour and interactions

Resource implications

Access is required to real or appropriately simulated situations including work areas materials and equipment and to information on workplace practices and OHS practices

Context for assessment

Assessment may occur on the job or in an appropriately simulated environment

Interdependent assessment

This unit may be assessed independently or in combination with other relevant units

Legislative/regulatory requirements

Types of garment damage may include:

Repair requirements could include:

Repair process involves:

Alterations could include:

Measurements may include:

OHS practices

Machines

Set-up may include:

Operations may include: