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Elements and Performance Criteria

  1. Identify properties of textile
  2. Perform preliminary selection and evaluation of dyes
  3. Perform final selection and evaluation of dyes and specification and recipe
  4. Prepare final dye specification and recipe

Required Skills

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

Demonstrates knowledge of

fibres yarns and end products and their properties

dye stuffs and classes

chemistry of dyes and relevance to processing and fastness properties

dyeing processes and dyeing machinery

relation between dye machinery and selection of dye stuffs and classes

tests applicable to the dyeing of textiles

Australian and international testing standards

application of dyes in laboratory and production process

safety and environmental aspects of relevant workplace activities including handling of chemicals and dangerous substances

OHS practices including hazard identification and control measures

quality practices

workplace practices

recording and reporting practices

Demonstrates skills to

effective use of test equipment

analysis and interpretation of results

colour matching

safe handling and disposal of dyes chemicals and effluent

communicate effectively with individuals work groups and supervisors

select interpret and apply procedures or processes

prepare and present reports and information in appropriate formats

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

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 to be considered

Demonstrates skills and knowledge to

identify textile characteristics

establish and confirm criteria for tests

set up and calibrate test equipment

develop and plan tests

ensure tests are conducted against specified quality standards

collate analyse and interpret tests

develop dye formula and specifications

communicate effectively with design team customers etc

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.

Yarns may include

spun

open-ended spun

air jet spun

friction spun

Fibres may include

polyester

cotton

wool

viscose rayon

Finished products may include

socks

sweaters

towels

sheets

blankets

carpets

rope and twine

mops and industrial textiles

Tests may include

those associated with product or process development, and may include:

colour fastness testing

shrinkage testing

Test equipment may include

laboratory equipment

pad mangles

rota dryers

mini jets

pilot production plants

Dye specification and recipe may include

dye formulas

application properties

fastness properties, reproducibility

suitability for production and application methods

environmental and safety factors

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