Work applies to light and heavy vehicles, mobile plant and equipment, marine, motorcycles and recreational vehicles as well as aircraft.

Work requires individuals to demonstrate judgement and problem-solving skills in managing own work activities and contributing to a productive team environment.

ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1. Prepare for work

1.1. Work instructions, information and documents are used to determine job requirements, including method, process and equipment

1.2. Workplace health and safety (WHS) requirements, including personal protective equipment (PPE) and safety needs, are observed throughout the work

1.3. Leather is selected and checked and quantities are calculated

1.4. Appropriate tools and equipment are selected and checked for safe operation

1.5. Appropriate trimming materials are selected and checked for quality

1.6. Workplace emergency procedures are identified and followed when required

2. Cut, fit and check leather

2.1. Leather characteristics and types are identified and inspected

2.2. Leather pieces are laid out in sequence according to developed cutting plan

2.3. Leather pieces are cut according to vehicle plan using predetermined measurements or pattern

2.4. Leather is worked to produce required range of trimming components for particular application

2.5. Leather pieces are applied in line with particular application, ensuring appropriate leather is fitted to high-wear areas and trimmed components

2.6. Leather is positioned and checked prior to being attached to ensure correct fit

3. Attach leather to vehicle or component

3.1. Leather is secured using appropriate fixing and attaching procedures according to manufacturer and component supplier specifications

3.2. Leather is attached according to industry guidelines, WHS requirements, and legislative and workplace policies and procedures

4. Clean up work area and maintain equipment

4.1. Leather material that can be reused is collected and stored according to workplace sustainability practices

4.2. Waste and scrap leather are removed following workplace procedures

4.3. Equipment and work area are cleaned and inspected for serviceable condition according to workplace procedures

4.4. Faulty equipment is identified and tagged according to workplace requirements

4.5. Operator maintenance is completed according to manufacturer and component supplier specifications and workplace procedures

4.6. Tools and equipment are maintained according to workplace procedures

Required skills

communication skills to communicate ideas and information to:

confirm work requirements and specifications

coordinate work with supervisor and other workers

report work problems

follow workplace verbal instructions

initiative and enterprise skills to recognise a workplace problem or potential problem and take action

learning skills to identify sources of information, assistance and expert knowledge to expand skills, knowledge and understanding

literacy skills to:

understand quality procedures

read and follow information on cutting plan, written job instructions, specifications, standard operating procedures, charts, lists, drawings and other reference documents

obtain and record leather usage and measurements

document leather trimming procedure and required parts

numeracy skills to interpret and apply metric and imperial systems of measurement when preparing material for cutting

planning and organising skills to:

plan leather trimming job requirements following job specification

plan own work requirements and prioritise actions to achieve required outcomes and ensure tasks are completed on time

identify risk factors and take action to minimise them

problem-solving skills to:

refer problems outside area of responsibility to appropriate person and suggest possible causes

seek information and assistance as required to solve problems

self-management skills to:

select and use appropriate trimming equipment, leather products, materials, processes and procedures

recognise own limitations and seek advice

follow workplace policies and documentation, such as codes of practice or trimming procedures

teamwork skills to apply knowledge of own role to complete activities efficiently to support team activities and tasks

technical skills to use trimming workplace tools and equipment relating to the manufacture and re-cover of leather trimmed components, including:

specialist tools and equipment

measuring equipment

trim patterns

technology skills to:

operate trimming equipment

use technology to collect information on leather types and tanning processes

Required knowledge

WHS and PPE requirements and workplace policies relating to trimming processes

workplace tools and equipment relating to leather trimming

leather technical information

criteria for selecting leather

techniques for measuring and calculating leather

leather preparation and application processes

leather cleaning procedures and equipment

industry and workplace quality standards relating to trimming leather

workplace-specific technology required for trimming leather

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.

Overview of assessment

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit must be relevant to workplace operations and satisfy all of the requirements of the performance criteria and required skills and knowledge.

A person who demonstrates competency in this unit must be able to:

observe safety procedures and requirements

select methods and techniques appropriate to the circumstances

complete preparatory activity in a systematic manner

fabricate leather covers and trims

repair leather covers and trims

replace leather covers and trims

adjust leather covers and trims.

Context of, and specific resources for assessment

Competency is to be assessed in the workplace or a simulated workplace environment that accurately reflects performance in a real workplace setting.

Assessment is to occur:

using standard workplace practices and procedures

following safety requirements

applying environmental constraints.

Assessment is to comply with relevant:

regulatory requirements

Australian standards

industry codes of practice.

The following resources must be made available for the assessment of this unit:

workplace location or simulated workplace

material relevant to carrying out leather trimming activities

equipment, hand and power tools appropriate to carrying out leather trimming activities

specifications and work instructions.

Method of assessment

Assessment must satisfy the endorsed Assessment Guidelines of this Training Package.

Assessment methods must confirm consistency and accuracy of performance (over time and in a range of workplace relevant contexts) together with the application of required skills and knowledge.

Assessment methods must be by direct observation of tasks and include questioning on required skills and knowledge to ensure correct interpretation and application.

Competence in this unit may be assessed in conjunction with other units which together form part of a holistic work role.

Where applicable, reasonable adjustment must be made to work environments and training situations to accommodate the needs of diverse clients.

Assessment processes and techniques must be culturally sensitive and appropriate to the language, literacy and numeracy capacity of the candidate and the work being performed.

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, in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.

Information and documents may include:

verbal, written or graphical

signage

work schedules, plans and specifications

work bulletins

material safety data sheets (MSDS)

diagrams and sketches

safe work procedures relating to trimming vehicle components

regulatory and legislative requirements relating to trimming in the automotive industry

Australian Design Rules

engineer's design specifications and instructions

workplace work specifications and requirements

instructions issued by authorised workplace or external persons

Australian standards.

Workplace health and safety requirements may include:

personal protective clothing and equipment

safe use of tools and equipment

safe handling of material

use of fire-fighting equipment

workplace first aid equipment

hazard control, including control of hazardous materials and toxic substances.

Personal protective equipment may include:

safety glasses or goggles

earmuffs or earplugs

safety footwear

protective clothing.

Checking may include:

contaminants

grain

quality

quantity

size

wear stress.

Tools and equipment may include:

single or multi-needle flatbed sewing machine

heat-gun

hammer

staple-gun

hog ring pliers

skiving machine

hand sewing needles

hand tools

power or air tools

specialist tools for assembly or dismantling

wad punches

foam cutters

scissors and knives

revolving hole punch

ruler and tape

hand clamps

adhesive-gun

pop rivet kit

punch and die set

door handle remover

hacksaw

sander

staple and tack remover

fluting irons.

Materials may include:

leather hides

leather patterns

fabrics

cleaning materials

glues

staples

piping.

Emergency procedures may include:

emergency shutdown

extinguishing fires

workplace first aid requirements

worksite evacuation.

Leather characteristics may include:

natural markings

finished and unfinished sides

high and low wear

direction of markings

flaws and blemishes

colour variation between hides

flexibility.

Attaching procedures may include:

sewing

gluing

riveting

cutting

forming

stapling.

Legislative and workplace policies and procedures may include:

federal, state or territory, and local authority Acts and regulations

industry code of practice

Australian Design Rules (ADR)

established workplace policies and procedures

workplace or industry quality procedures.

Vehicle Body

Unit sector

Technical – Trimming and Upholstery

This unit contains employability skills.