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Elements and Performance Criteria

  1. Analyse garment range composition
  2. Construct the block
  3. Verify blocks for accuracy and suitability
  4. Develop block portfolio for fashion label
  5. Maintain records

Required Skills

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

Demonstrates knowledge of

principles and concepts of block construction

block construction processes

size standards

industry global and local trends

detailed knowledge of garment construction

range of garment fabrics

cost efficiency in relation to block construction and patternmaking

OHS practices including hazard identification and control measures

quality practices

workplace practices

recording and reporting practices

Demonstrates skills to

develop blocks with consideration to characteristics of fabric and trimmings

construct garment toiles or prototypes

develop final blocks and recommend alternative construction methods

use manual or CAD systems

compile information

communicate effectively with individuals work groups and supervisors

select interpret and apply procedures processes and motor skills

prepare and present reports and information in appropriate formats

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

sequence operations

meet specifications

clarify and check taskrelated information

carry out work according to OHS practices

Evidence Required

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

interpret designs for label garment range

understand measurement and characteristics of fit model

construct and check blocks

verify blocks

develop and adjust toiles where required

develop block portfolio

communicate effectively with design team customers etc

apply OHS practices in work operations

maintain accurate records

Consistency in performance

Consistently applies skills and knowledge when

organising work

completing tasks

identifying improvements

using workplace practices

using OHS practices

recording and reporting accidents and incidents

assessing operational readiness of equipment used and work processes

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

completing work systematically with attention to detail without damage to goods and equipment

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


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. Add any essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment depending on the work situation, needs if the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts.

Legislative/regulatory requirements

All work must comply with relevant Federal and State or Territory legislative or regulatory requirements.

Garment range may include:

tailored suits

eveningwear

bridalwear

couture

stretch trousers

corsetry

raglans

kimonos

overcoats

jackets

capes

Profile may include:

age

ethnicity

gender

size, body characteristics

economic and social expectations

Measurement and characteristics of fit model must include:

accurate assessment of body measurement positions (landmark points such as nape and levels such as waist level)

accurate taking of body measurements, including girth, vertical and horizontal measurements

age

sex

ethnicity

assessment of physical characteristics, including body characteristics and unique features as aligned with standard representation

Pattern-making technical skills may include:

motor and drawing skills

calculation and accuracy abilities

interpreting and presentation skills

dart manipulation

contouring

Methods and formulas may include:

deviations from standard patterns

sources of pattern components

pattern derivation methods and formulas

block construction methods and formulas

application of current industry practice

Media may include:

cardboard

computer file

tissue paper

'Filed' may include:

filing by date, category (shirts, top), label, location, gender and age

OHS practices

OHS practices must include hazard identification and control, risk assessment and implementation of risk reduction measures specific to the tasks described by this unit and may include:

manual handling techniques

standard operating procedures

personal protective equipment

safe materials handling

taking of rest breaks

ergonomic arrangement of workplaces

following marked walkways

safe storage of equipment

housekeeping

reporting accidents and incidents

other OHS practices relevant to the job and enterprise