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

MSFSF2001 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Cut single layer fabrics

Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency MSFSF2001 - Cut single layer fabrics
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit of competency covers measuring out and cutting single layer fabrics for manufacture of curtains and soft furnishing accessories. It does not apply to cutting from patterns.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.
Prerequisites/co-requisites
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: Plan work operations
  • Required fabrics, number of items to be cut and required equipment are identified
  • Fabric sizes to be cut are identified from work order plus any required allowances
  • Work health and safety (WHS) requirements, including ergonomic criteria and personal protection needs, are observed throughout the work.
  • Suitable work area is selected, tidied and cleaned of any contaminants
  • Suitable scissors and/or blades are selected and checked prior to use for appropriate sharpness, set, operation and safe condition
  • Fabrics are selected in accordance with work order and laid out smooth and square
       
Element: Prepare materials for cutting
  • Fabrics are inspected for flaws and appropriate finish
  • Naps, direction, pattern matches and face of the materials are identified
  • Tools and equipment are checked for operation
       
Element: Complete cutting operations
  • Cutting is completed with cut out materials identified/labelled where required
  • Any measurements for pleat lines, hems, headings and any special seam allowances are marked out using workplace approved methods
  • Where required, fabrics are hung using appropriate protective covers and care label information is attached
  • Cut lengths are despatched to next process following workplace procedures
  • Unused materials are stored as required
  • Workplace required documentation is completed following appropriate procedures
  • Work area is cleaned and damaged tools tagged as required
  • Waste is collected and bundled for recycling/re-use as required
       


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.

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1

Plan work operations

1.1

Required fabrics, number of items to be cut and required equipment are identified

1.2

Fabric sizes to be cut are identified from work order plus any required allowances

1.3

Work health and safety (WHS) requirements, including ergonomic criteria and personal protection needs, are observed throughout the work.

1.4

Suitable work area is selected, tidied and cleaned of any contaminants

1.5

Suitable scissors and/or blades are selected and checked prior to use for appropriate sharpness, set, operation and safe condition

1.6

Fabrics are selected in accordance with work order and laid out smooth and square

2

Prepare materials for cutting

2.1

Fabrics are inspected for flaws and appropriate finish

2.2

Naps, direction, pattern matches and face of the materials are identified

2.3

Tools and equipment are checked for operation

3

Complete cutting operations

3.1

Cutting is completed with cut out materials identified/labelled where required

3.2

Any measurements for pleat lines, hems, headings and any special seam allowances are marked out using workplace approved methods

3.3

Where required, fabrics are hung using appropriate protective covers and care label information is attached

3.4

Cut lengths are despatched to next process following workplace procedures

3.5

Unused materials are stored as required

3.6

Workplace required documentation is completed following appropriate procedures

3.7

Work area is cleaned and damaged tools tagged as required

3.8

Waste is collected and bundled for recycling/re-use as required

Submission Requirements

List each assessment task's title, type (eg project, observation/demonstration, essay, assignment, checklist) and due date here

Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

Copy and paste from the following data to produce each assessment task. Write these in plain English and spell out how, when and where the task is to be carried out, under what conditions, and what resources are needed. Include guidelines about how well the candidate has to perform a task for it to be judged satisfactory.

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1

Plan work operations

1.1

Required fabrics, number of items to be cut and required equipment are identified

1.2

Fabric sizes to be cut are identified from work order plus any required allowances

1.3

Work health and safety (WHS) requirements, including ergonomic criteria and personal protection needs, are observed throughout the work.

1.4

Suitable work area is selected, tidied and cleaned of any contaminants

1.5

Suitable scissors and/or blades are selected and checked prior to use for appropriate sharpness, set, operation and safe condition

1.6

Fabrics are selected in accordance with work order and laid out smooth and square

2

Prepare materials for cutting

2.1

Fabrics are inspected for flaws and appropriate finish

2.2

Naps, direction, pattern matches and face of the materials are identified

2.3

Tools and equipment are checked for operation

3

Complete cutting operations

3.1

Cutting is completed with cut out materials identified/labelled where required

3.2

Any measurements for pleat lines, hems, headings and any special seam allowances are marked out using workplace approved methods

3.3

Where required, fabrics are hung using appropriate protective covers and care label information is attached

3.4

Cut lengths are despatched to next process following workplace procedures

3.5

Unused materials are stored as required

3.6

Workplace required documentation is completed following appropriate procedures

3.7

Work area is cleaned and damaged tools tagged as required

3.8

Waste is collected and bundled for recycling/re-use as required

Specifies 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. Range is restricted to essential operating conditions and any other variables essential to the work environment.

Unit context includes:

WHS requirements, including legislation, building codes, material safety management systems, hazardous and dangerous goods codes, and local safe operating procedures or equivalent

work is carried out in accordance with legislative obligations, environmental legislation, relevant health regulations, manual handling procedures and organisation insurance requirements

work requires individuals to demonstrate some discretion, judgement and problem solving

Tools and equipment include:

cutting equipment, including scissors and cutting machines

measuring and calculating equipment:

tapes

rulers

calculators and computers

Products to be constructed include:

curtains

drapes

swags

cushions

upholstered furniture components

Personal protective equipment includes:

that prescribed under legislation, regulations and enterprise policies and practices

Information and procedures include:

workplace procedures relating to the use of tools and equipment

work instructions, including job sheets, cutting lists, plans, drawings and designs

workplace procedures relating to reporting and communication

manufacturer specifications and operational procedures

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
Required fabrics, number of items to be cut and required equipment are identified 
Fabric sizes to be cut are identified from work order plus any required allowances 
Work health and safety (WHS) requirements, including ergonomic criteria and personal protection needs, are observed throughout the work. 
Suitable work area is selected, tidied and cleaned of any contaminants 
Suitable scissors and/or blades are selected and checked prior to use for appropriate sharpness, set, operation and safe condition 
Fabrics are selected in accordance with work order and laid out smooth and square 
Fabrics are inspected for flaws and appropriate finish 
Naps, direction, pattern matches and face of the materials are identified 
Tools and equipment are checked for operation 
Cutting is completed with cut out materials identified/labelled where required 
Any measurements for pleat lines, hems, headings and any special seam allowances are marked out using workplace approved methods 
Where required, fabrics are hung using appropriate protective covers and care label information is attached 
Cut lengths are despatched to next process following workplace procedures 
Unused materials are stored as required 
Workplace required documentation is completed following appropriate procedures 
Work area is cleaned and damaged tools tagged as required 
Waste is collected and bundled for recycling/re-use as required 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

MSFSF2001 - Cut single layer fabrics
Assessment task 1: [title]

Student name:

Student ID:

I declare that the assessment tasks submitted for this unit are my own work.

Student signature:

Result: Competent Not yet competent

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Assessor name:

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Date:

Assessment Record Sheet

MSFSF2001 - Cut single layer fabrics

Student name:

Student ID:

Assessment task 1: [title] Result: Competent Not yet competent

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Feedback to student:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Overall assessment result: Competent Not yet competent

Assessor name:

Signature:

Date:

Student signature:

Date: