| This field allows for different work environments and conditions that may affect performance. Essential operating conditions that may be present (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) are included. |
| Workplace procedures include one or more of the following: | requirements prescribed by legislation, awards, agreements and conditions of employmentSOPswork instructionsPPE requirementsoral, written and visual communicationquality practices, including responsibility for maintenance of own work quality and contribution to quality improvement of team or section outputhousekeepingtasks related to environmental protection, waste disposal, pollution control and recyclingWHS practices |
Simple garment includes one or more of the following: | accessoriesstraight seamed, draw string skirtt-shirtsmock dressheadwearother garments that require a small range of sewing techniques using domestic machines |
Prepare workstation tools and equipment includes the following: | setting up workbench and seating according to WHS practicescleaning and checking machine to ensure correct operationsetting up and adjusting machine according to specificationschecking needles, attachments and parts identifying, reporting and replacing worn needles or parts regularly checking performance of machine for signs of faulty operation taking required action according to defined procedures to address faultsidentifying and preparing other equipment for production |
Fabric includes one or more of the following: | a range of fabric types, including cottons, woollens, synthetics, velvets, lace, stretch and single knitssingle and multi-directional printsinterfacings and linings |
Patterns include one or more of the following: | commercially available patternsstock patternsindividually drafted patterns |
Pattern markings include: | notchesdarts |
Components include one or more of the following: | sleeveswaistbands (straight or shaped)collarscuffsplacketsfacings (neck and armhole)bindszips (dress, skirt, trouser and invisible)buttons and buttonholeshems (double fold, rolled, blind and stitched hem) |
Machines include the following: | domestic sewing machineoverlocker |
Set-up includes the following: | correct thread, needle size and type, needle guard, tension setting and attachments |
Other equipment includes one or more of the following: | pinsscissorsneedle and threadmarker or chalk |
Sewing operations include: | positioning, feeding and handling of work pieces involving contouring, stopping or handling skills required to accommodate fabric variationsgathering, easing and tucking |
Hand sewing includes one or more of the following: | attaching buttons and other closuresattaching embellishments, such as beading, trims and badgeshemming and overstitchingembroidery |