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

MSFSF2004 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Hand sew soft furnishings

Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency MSFSF2004 - Hand sew soft furnishings
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit of competency covers hand sewing hems and shaped components, and hand finishing work for soft furnishings.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.

Assessors must:

hold training and assessment competencies as determined by the National Skills Standards Council (NSSC) or its successors

have vocational competency in the furnishing industry at least to the level being assessed with broad industry knowledge and experience, usually combined with a relevant industry qualification

be familiar with the current skills and knowledge used and have relevant, current experience in the furnishing industry.

Assessment methods must confirm consistency of performance over time rather than a single assessment event and in a range of workplace relevant contexts.

Assessment must be by observation of relevant tasks with questioning on underpinning knowledge and, where applicable, multimedia evidence, supervisor’s reports, projects and work samples.

Assessment is to be conducted on single units of competency or in conjunction with other related units of competency. Foundation skills are integral to competent performance in the unit and should not be assessed separately.

Assessment must occur on the job or in a workplace simulated facility with relevant process, equipment, materials, work instructions and deadlines.

Access is required to appropriate sewing equipment, fabrics and work orders.
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: Identify materials and sewing requirements
  • Required materials are identified from work order
  • Special requirements for the stitching, including stitch type, length and end finishing requirements, are identified from work order
       
Element: Assemble and organise materials to be sewn
  • Work health and safety (WHS) requirements, including ergonomic criteria and personal protection needs, are observed throughout the work
  • Materials to be sewn are collected and inspected for appropriate quality
  • Naps, direction of pattern and face side of the materials are identified
  • Required shape or form of the finished item is made and secured using tacking stitches, pins, adhesives or fixtures to assist in sewing operations
  • Appropriate needle types are selected and threaded
       
Element: Sew by hand
  • Materials are held to allow for sewing in the required direction
  • Hand sewing operations are completed to ensure finished components match work requirements
       
Element: Finish work
  • Finished stitching, including sewn area, seam width, stitch length, end finishing, allowances, shape and finish, are checked
  • Top stitching or other decorative features are checked for required finish
  • Where required, stitching or seams are eased and work is pressed for the next stage
  • Raw edges are trimmed and any loose or untrimmed threads are removed
  • Any part of the work which does not comply with work order is repaired
  • Problems are notified following workplace procedures
       
Element: Complete work for next process
  • Finished work is folded, protected and despatched to the next process following workplace procedures
  • Any required documentation is completed and stored following workplace procedures
       


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

Identify materials and sewing requirements

1.1

Required materials are identified from work order

1.2

Special requirements for the stitching, including stitch type, length and end finishing requirements, are identified from work order

2

Assemble and organise materials to be sewn

2.1

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

2.2

Materials to be sewn are collected and inspected for appropriate quality

2.3

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

2.4

Required shape or form of the finished item is made and secured using tacking stitches, pins, adhesives or fixtures to assist in sewing operations

2.5

Appropriate needle types are selected and threaded

3

Sew by hand

3.1

Materials are held to allow for sewing in the required direction

3.2

Hand sewing operations are completed to ensure finished components match work requirements

4

Finish work

4.1

Finished stitching, including sewn area, seam width, stitch length, end finishing, allowances, shape and finish, are checked

4.2

Top stitching or other decorative features are checked for required finish

4.3

Where required, stitching or seams are eased and work is pressed for the next stage

4.4

Raw edges are trimmed and any loose or untrimmed threads are removed

4.5

Any part of the work which does not comply with work order is repaired

4.6

Problems are notified following workplace procedures

5

Complete work for next process

5.1

Finished work is folded, protected and despatched to the next process following workplace procedures

5.2

Any required documentation is completed and stored following workplace procedures

Interpret work order and locate and apply relevant information

Apply safe handling requirements for equipment, products and materials, including use of personal protective equipment

Identify materials used in the work process

Follow work instructions, operating procedures and inspection processes to:

minimise the risk of injury to self or others

prevent damage to goods, equipment and products

maintain required production output and product quality

Identify materials used and any special sewing requirements for the materials to be sewn and hand sew at least five (5) different soft furnishing products or use five (5) different techniques

Use mathematical ideas and techniques to correctly complete measurements, calculate area and estimate material requirements

Communicate ideas and information to enable confirmation of work requirements and specifications and the reporting of work outcomes and problems, interpret basic plans and follow safety procedures

Avoid backtracking, work flow interruptions or wastage

Work with others and in a team by recognising dependencies and using cooperative approaches to optimise work flow and productivity

Soft furnishing work requirements, including workplace standards

Identification of techniques and procedures for hand sewing processes

Fabric types, common faults and inspection procedures

Sewing methods to be used with different fabric types

Risks to health from repetitive actions and prevention strategies

Design features of the articles sewn in relation to the methods and stitches to be used

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:

(add new lines for each of the assessment tasks)

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

Identify materials and sewing requirements

1.1

Required materials are identified from work order

1.2

Special requirements for the stitching, including stitch type, length and end finishing requirements, are identified from work order

2

Assemble and organise materials to be sewn

2.1

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

2.2

Materials to be sewn are collected and inspected for appropriate quality

2.3

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

2.4

Required shape or form of the finished item is made and secured using tacking stitches, pins, adhesives or fixtures to assist in sewing operations

2.5

Appropriate needle types are selected and threaded

3

Sew by hand

3.1

Materials are held to allow for sewing in the required direction

3.2

Hand sewing operations are completed to ensure finished components match work requirements

4

Finish work

4.1

Finished stitching, including sewn area, seam width, stitch length, end finishing, allowances, shape and finish, are checked

4.2

Top stitching or other decorative features are checked for required finish

4.3

Where required, stitching or seams are eased and work is pressed for the next stage

4.4

Raw edges are trimmed and any loose or untrimmed threads are removed

4.5

Any part of the work which does not comply with work order is repaired

4.6

Problems are notified following workplace procedures

5

Complete work for next process

5.1

Finished work is folded, protected and despatched to the next process following workplace procedures

5.2

Any required documentation is completed and stored following workplace procedures

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

Purposes of hand sewing include:

sewing and manipulation requirements for hand sewing a range of upholstery and other furnishing fabrics

the joining of all types of fabrics, single or multi-thickness, partly constructed materials and heavy materials, including leather

hemming, seams, tacking, button attachment, and hand finishing of trims and decorations

Tools and equipment include:

needles

threads

Materials to be sewn include:

plain and patterned fabrics for a variety of curtains

drapes and cushions

attachments

lining

interlining

webbings or padding

Sewing direction is determined by:

stitch type and location

personal right or left-hand preference of the sewer

manipulation requirements for the bulk and slipperiness of the materials

Hand sewing work quality requirements include:

beginning and end of stitching are secure

appropriate allowances (or hem and/or other allowance), stitch type, length and visibility are used

sewn area or hems are flat and/or appropriately shaped

finished components match work requirements

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 materials are identified from work order 
Special requirements for the stitching, including stitch type, length and end finishing requirements, are identified from work order 
Work health and safety (WHS) requirements, including ergonomic criteria and personal protection needs, are observed throughout the work 
Materials to be sewn are collected and inspected for appropriate quality 
Naps, direction of pattern and face side of the materials are identified 
Required shape or form of the finished item is made and secured using tacking stitches, pins, adhesives or fixtures to assist in sewing operations 
Appropriate needle types are selected and threaded 
Materials are held to allow for sewing in the required direction 
Hand sewing operations are completed to ensure finished components match work requirements 
Finished stitching, including sewn area, seam width, stitch length, end finishing, allowances, shape and finish, are checked 
Top stitching or other decorative features are checked for required finish 
Where required, stitching or seams are eased and work is pressed for the next stage 
Raw edges are trimmed and any loose or untrimmed threads are removed 
Any part of the work which does not comply with work order is repaired 
Problems are notified following workplace procedures 
Finished work is folded, protected and despatched to the next process following workplace procedures 
Any required documentation is completed and stored following workplace procedures 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

MSFSF2004 - Hand sew soft furnishings
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Assessment Record Sheet

MSFSF2004 - Hand sew soft furnishings

Student name:

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

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Overall assessment result: Competent Not yet competent

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