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

Demonstrates knowledge of

loom components and loom operation

textile terminology and weaving theory

setting up and adjustment requirements for the range of looms and equipment in the enterprise and the range of woven textiles produced

machine manufacturer specifications

safety and environmental aspects of relevant enterprise activities

OHS practices including hazard identification and control measures

quality practices

workplace practices

recording and reporting practices

Demonstrates skills to

set and operate looms and other textile machines

use appropriate hand and power tools and workshop machinery appropriate for loom part or equipment repair

dismantle repair and replace loom and related weaving equipment components

operate primary mechanisms eg shed forming weft insertion beat up let off and take up

test loom performance

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 our 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 to be considered

Demonstrates skills and knowledge to

interpret appropriate documentation including where necessary standard operating procedures loom and related equipment specifications operating guidelines workshop manuals and technical drawings

determine the condition of parts

identify faults and determine appropriate repair strategies

set loom correctly

operate loom safely and correctly

perform sample runs

make appropriate readjustments

apply workplace health and safety policies in production 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

Legislative/regulatory requirements

Woven product may include may include

Product specifications may include may include

Gauges and tools may include

OHS practices