Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners

LMTML3002A Mapping and Delivery Guide
Block and shape complex millinery

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Issue Date: May 2024


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Unit of Competency LMTML3002A - Block and shape complex millinery
Description This unit covers skills and knowledge to block and shape complex millinery shapes using millinery materials and hat blocks.
Employability Skills This unit contains employability skills.
Learning Outcomes and Application The unit applies to selecting brim and crown hat blocks appropriate to the complex millinery shape and design, and using manual moulding and shaping operations to block the millinery shapes in suitable millinery materials. In this unit, complex millinery refers to millinery where a combination of unusual and contrasting shapes combine to result in millinery with an intricate and complex silhouette.Because of the complex shapes involved, consideration must be given to the performance characteristics and handling of the selected millinery materials and components, and their suitability to the blocking and shaping operations required of the millinery design.Work may be conducted in small to large scale enterprises and may involve individual and team-related activities.The application of this unit is according to OHS practices of the enterprise and workplace practices which may include:environmental aspects associated with the use of millinery solvents and adhesivesOHS practices including hazard identification and control measures associated with the use of millinery solvents and adhesivesrequirements prescribed by legislation, awards agreements and conditions of employmentstandard operating procedureswork instructionsoral, 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 recyclingThis unit requires the application of skills associated with planning and organising for the safe and effective use complex millinery processes and operations. This unit also requires an ability to interpret and apply design information, and to problem solve complex millinery material selection and blocking requirements.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.
Prerequisites/co-requisites PrerequisitesLMTML2007A LMTML3004A
Competency Field
Development and validation strategy and guide for assessors and learners Student Learning Resources Handouts
Activities 		Slides
PPT 		Assessment 1 Assessment 2 Assessment 3 Assessment 4
Elements of Competency Performance Criteria              
Element: Analyse the shapes evident in the millinery design
  • Crown shapes of millinery design are examined
  • Brim shapes of millinery design are examined
  • Other shapes and secondary components that will need to be blocked are identified
       
Element: Select and confirm millinery materials
  • Covering and foundation materials for crown are selected
  • Covering and foundation materials for brim are selected
  • Covering and foundation materials for blocked secondary components are selected
  • Millinery materials selected are compatible with design and shapes to be blocked
       
Element: Select and prepare block according to shapes and materials to be used
  • Block is selected to suit design
  • If several blocks are to be used for the one design, they are checked for compatibility
  • Hat blocks are cleaned and prepared
  • Millinery materials are prepared for blocking and shaping processes
       
Element: Block the complexshapes by hand
  • Initial blocking and shaping is performed by hand
  • Final blocking and shaping is performed by hand
  • Blocked and shaped pieces are dried or set on the hat blocks
  • Stiffening is added to the blocked shapes where required, according the performance characteristics of the millinery materials
  • Work is conducted according to OHS practices and environmental standards
  • Blocked shapes are prepared for the next step in the millinery production process
       


Evidence Required

List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.

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 for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

Demonstrates skills and knowledge to:

analyse a complex millinery design and identify the shapes involved

select appropriate blocks and materials according to the complex design and performance requirements

block complex millinery shapes by hand using blocking and shaping processes, and a selection of hat blocks

use OHS practices, including hazard identification and control measures associated with limiting the use of millinery solvent-based stiffeners and adhesives

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

Context and specific resources for assessment

Assessment may occur on the job or in an appropriately simulated environment and requires access to work areas, materials and equipment and to information on workplace practices and OHS practices.

Guidance information for assessment

This unit may be assessed independently or in combination with other relevant units.

Submission Requirements

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Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

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

Demonstrates knowledge of:

the performance characteristics and handling of millinery materials

industry and product processes and equipment

environmental aspects associated with the use of millinery solvents and adhesives

OHS practices including hazard identification and control measures associated with the use of millinery solvents and adhesives

quality practices

workplace practices

recording and reporting practices

Demonstrates skill to:

analyse a millinery design

manipulate traditional and non-traditional millinery materials to produce required shapes using hat blocks

use manual blocking and shaping techniques with hat blocks to achieve complex millinery shapes

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 task-related information

carry out work according to OHS practices

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.

Blocked secondary components may include

trims

functional extensions, eg collars

aesthetic extensions

Prepared may include

modifying the shape or head size of existing blocks

cleaning and removing any unwanted previous markings

applying a protective covering to the hat block

selecting a spinner or stand for the hat block

Complex shapes may include

three-dimensional shapes

two-dimensional shapes

harmonious shapes

contrasting shapes

concave shapes

convex shapes

curvilinear shapes

combinations of shapes

Millinery materials are prepared may include

confirming the selection of materials according to the design

confirming that selected materials are suited to the blocking and shaping process

cutting materials to a manageable size if required

identifying handling and performance characteristics of the millinery materials

steaming and/or moistening the materials according to identified handling and performance characteristics of the materials

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:

environmental aspects associated with the use of solvent-based millinery stiffeners and adhesives

OHS practices including hazard identification and control measures associated with limiting the use of traditional solvent-based millinery stiffeners and adhesives

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

Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Crown shapes of millinery design are examined 
Brim shapes of millinery design are examined 
Other shapes and secondary components that will need to be blocked are identified 
Covering and foundation materials for crown are selected 
Covering and foundation materials for brim are selected 
Covering and foundation materials for blocked secondary components are selected 
Millinery materials selected are compatible with design and shapes to be blocked 
Block is selected to suit design 
If several blocks are to be used for the one design, they are checked for compatibility 
Hat blocks are cleaned and prepared 
Millinery materials are prepared for blocking and shaping processes 
Initial blocking and shaping is performed by hand 
Final blocking and shaping is performed by hand 
Blocked and shaped pieces are dried or set on the hat blocks 
Stiffening is added to the blocked shapes where required, according the performance characteristics of the millinery materials 
Work is conducted according to OHS practices and environmental standards 
Blocked shapes are prepared for the next step in the millinery production process 

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