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

Demonstrates knowledge of

spinning methods

yarn twist and application

fibre types and their method of production

fibre parameters

yarn counts Tex

warping methods

yarn conditioning

fabric types

design types

Sett construction

warp tying methods

loom components

weaving process and the various types of weaving

factors affecting loom performance yarn strength sizing ambient conditions

setting up and adjustment requirements for the range of machines and equipment used in the enterprise

machine manufacturer specifications

OHS practices including hazard identification and control measures

quality practices

workplace practices

recording and reporting practices

Demonstrates skills to

set and operate machines

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

test analyse and prepare samples

differentiate between constructions

differentiate between types of weaves

draw up a simple range of patterns

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 production specifications accurately

set loom correctly

perform sample runs

arrange or conduct testing of sample

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 should be assessed with those units assessed in conjunction with LMTTXB Set up and operate weaving looms for productionand LMTTXA Identify and correct weaving process faults

This unit should be assessed with those units assessed in conjunction with LMTTX3003B Set up and operate weaving looms for productionand LMTTX3020A Identify and correct weaving process faults

Legislative/regulatory requirements

Product specifications may include may include

Looms may include

Products may include

OHS practices