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

MSFSF3007 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Lay out patterns and cut fabrics

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Issue Date: April 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency MSFSF3007 - Lay out patterns and cut fabrics
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit of competency covers laying out patterns and cutting fabrics for construction of soft furnishings, upholstery products, and mattresses and bases.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 fabrics, work procedures and/or equipment instructions.
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
  • Specifications, patterns and/or plans are read and interpreted to identify required fabrics, number of items to be cut and required equipment
  • Work health and safety (WHS) requirements, including ergonomic criteria and personal protection needs, are observed throughout the work
  • Cutting requirements, including bias or other instructions, are noted and required guides on the cutting table are identified
  • Suitable work area is selected, tidied and cleaned of any contaminants
  • Appropriate equipment and tools are selected for the fabrics and type of materials
  • Suitable scissors and/or blades are selected for the fabrics to be cut
  • Scissors and any other cutting equipment are 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 of pattern, pattern repeat and finished side of the materials are identified
  • Fabrics are squared up to the edges or guide markings on the cutting table
  • Patterns are laid out following work procedures and instructions using registration points on the pattern and other instructions to match required fabric pattern
  • Measurements are made and appropriate adjustments are made
  • Tools and equipment are checked for operation
       
Element: Complete cutting operations
  • Required cutting operations are completed to cut out materials following work instructions
  • Fabrics are wrapped using appropriate protective covers and care label information is attached
  • Unused materials are stored as required
  • Workplace required documentation is completed and stored following appropriate procedures
  • Cut fabrics are folded, protected and despatched to next process following workplace procedures
  • Stock usage is reported as required by workplace 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

Specifications, patterns and/or plans are read and interpreted to identify required fabrics, number of items to be cut and required equipment

1.2

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

1.3

Cutting requirements, including bias or other instructions, are noted and required guides on the cutting table are identified

1.4

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

1.5

Appropriate equipment and tools are selected for the fabrics and type of materials

1.6

Suitable scissors and/or blades are selected for the fabrics to be cut

1.7

Scissors and any other cutting equipment are checked prior to use for appropriate sharpness, set operation and safe condition

1.8

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 of pattern, pattern repeat and finished side of the materials are identified

2.3

Fabrics are squared up to the edges or guide markings on the cutting table

2.4

Patterns are laid out following work procedures and instructions using registration points on the pattern and other instructions to match required fabric pattern

2.5

Measurements are made and appropriate adjustments are made

2.6

Tools and equipment are checked for operation

3

Complete cutting operations

3.1

Required cutting operations are completed to cut out materials following work instructions

3.2

Fabrics are wrapped using appropriate protective covers and care label information is attached

3.3

Unused materials are stored as required

3.4

Workplace required documentation is completed and stored following appropriate procedures

3.5

Cut fabrics are folded, protected and despatched to next process following workplace procedures

3.6

Stock usage is reported as required by workplace 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

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

Lay out patterns, measure accurately and cut out at least five (5) different fabric types or pattern styles identifying the materials used and any special cutting requirements

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

Fabric types, common faults and inspection procedures

Design features of the finished furnishing items in relation to laying out the pattern and cutting the fabrics

Work requirements, including workplace standards

Risks to health from repetitive actions and prevention strategies

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

Plan work operations

1.1

Specifications, patterns and/or plans are read and interpreted to identify required fabrics, number of items to be cut and required equipment

1.2

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

1.3

Cutting requirements, including bias or other instructions, are noted and required guides on the cutting table are identified

1.4

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

1.5

Appropriate equipment and tools are selected for the fabrics and type of materials

1.6

Suitable scissors and/or blades are selected for the fabrics to be cut

1.7

Scissors and any other cutting equipment are checked prior to use for appropriate sharpness, set operation and safe condition

1.8

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 of pattern, pattern repeat and finished side of the materials are identified

2.3

Fabrics are squared up to the edges or guide markings on the cutting table

2.4

Patterns are laid out following work procedures and instructions using registration points on the pattern and other instructions to match required fabric pattern

2.5

Measurements are made and appropriate adjustments are made

2.6

Tools and equipment are checked for operation

3

Complete cutting operations

3.1

Required cutting operations are completed to cut out materials following work instructions

3.2

Fabrics are wrapped using appropriate protective covers and care label information is attached

3.3

Unused materials are stored as required

3.4

Workplace required documentation is completed and stored following appropriate procedures

3.5

Cut fabrics are folded, protected and despatched to next process following workplace procedures

3.6

Stock usage is reported as required by workplace 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

Cutting fabrics includes:

single or double layer fabrics by hand or automatic method according to required shape or pattern

plain fabrics as well as those which involve matching stripes, checks and pattern repeats

Tools and equipment include:

scissors

cutting blades

automatic cutting machines

Fabric types include:

plain and patterned fabric

vinyl

velvet

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
Specifications, patterns and/or plans are read and interpreted to identify required fabrics, number of items to be cut and required equipment 
Work health and safety (WHS) requirements, including ergonomic criteria and personal protection needs, are observed throughout the work 
Cutting requirements, including bias or other instructions, are noted and required guides on the cutting table are identified 
Suitable work area is selected, tidied and cleaned of any contaminants 
Appropriate equipment and tools are selected for the fabrics and type of materials 
Suitable scissors and/or blades are selected for the fabrics to be cut 
Scissors and any other cutting equipment are 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 of pattern, pattern repeat and finished side of the materials are identified 
Fabrics are squared up to the edges or guide markings on the cutting table 
Patterns are laid out following work procedures and instructions using registration points on the pattern and other instructions to match required fabric pattern 
Measurements are made and appropriate adjustments are made 
Tools and equipment are checked for operation 
Required cutting operations are completed to cut out materials following work instructions 
Fabrics are wrapped using appropriate protective covers and care label information is attached 
Unused materials are stored as required 
Workplace required documentation is completed and stored following appropriate procedures 
Cut fabrics are folded, protected and despatched to next process following workplace procedures 
Stock usage is reported as required by workplace 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

MSFSF3007 - Lay out patterns and cut fabrics
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Student name:

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

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Result: Competent Not yet competent

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Assessment Record Sheet

MSFSF3007 - Lay out patterns and cut fabrics

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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