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ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1. Establish work requirements and prepare for work

1.1. OHS requirements, including ergonomic criteria and personal protection needs, are observed throughout the work

1.2. Work order requirements are checked are confirmed

1.3. Correct side of fabric, naps, direction of pattern and pattern matches are identified

1.4. Fabric is checked for flaws

1.5. Appropriate needle types for the fabric are selected and threaded

2. Lay out work to be sewn

2.1. Linings and interlining materials are laid out and folded ready for sewing

2.2. Lining materials patterns are matched and secured

2.3. Face fabric is folded bringing edges to be seamed together to check any pattern matching and to maintain an appropriate finished length

2.4. Pattern matches are kept uniform within drops and across matching sets of blinds

2.5. Measuring and marking out of fold or stitching lines for batten placement is even and matches the work order or workplace requirements

2.6. Fabric is held together and, where required, supported with pins or other workplace approved methods

3. Stitch seams and form corners

3.1. Fabrics are held to allow for the personal right-hand or left-hand preference of the sewer, and manipulation requirements for the bulk and slipperiness of the materials

3.2. Machine sewing operations are completed correctly

3.3. Linings and interlinings are attached to the back of blind

3.4. Finished length and width of each panel are measured and checked against work order and adjusted where required

3.5. Batten pockets are inserted and fixed following workplace procedures

3.6. Hems are completed using any required weights, stitch type and appropriate sewing method

3.7. Corners are stitched and finished and threads trimmed

4. Apply quality checks

4.1. Finished blinds are checked ensuring stitch length, end finishing and final length of finished blinds match work requirements

4.2. Work is pressed for the next work stage

4.3. Rings are attached

4.4. Parts of the work which do not comply with work order are repaired

5. Complete work

5.1. Headboard is painted, stained or covered with fabric fixed along the board length, corners are mitred and fixed, reducing bulk and ensuring a neat finish

5.2. Blinds are fitted to headboard or track, threading completed and blind folded using appropriate methods

5.3. Finished work is protected and dispatched to next process following workplace procedures

5.4. Workplace documentation or reporting is completed

Required skills

collect, organise and understand information related to work orders, plans and safety procedures

communicate ideas and information to enable confirmation of work requirements and specifications, coordination of work with site supervisor, other workers and customers, and the reporting of work outcomes and problems

plan and organise activities, including the preparation and layout of the worksite and the obtaining of equipment and materials to avoid any back tracking, workflow interruptions or wastage

work with others and in a team by recognising dependencies and using co-operative approaches to optimise workflow and productivity

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

use pre-checking and inspection techniques to anticipate blind construction problems, avoid re-working and wastage

use workplace technology related to the construction of roman blinds, including tools, equipment, materials and measuring devices

Required knowledge

types, characteristics, uses and limitations of roman blinds

design features of the roman blinds

fabric types, common faults and inspection procedures

identification of equipment, processes and procedures for making the blind style

work requirements, including workplace standards

risks to health from repetitive actions and prevention strategies

The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.

Critical aspects of evidence

Interpret work order, locate, use information relevant to the tasks completed

Apply safe handling practices for equipment, products and materials

Measure accurately and construct blinds to required size and accuracy

Construct at least two different types of roman blinds

Identify materials used and any special sewing requirements for the roman blinds

Follow work instructions, operating procedures and inspection practices to:

minimise the risk of injury to self and others

prevent damage to goods, equipment and products

maintain required production output and product quality

Work effectively with others

Modify activities to cater for variations in workplace contexts and environment

Report process or materials faults, damaged products or equipment

Resource implications

Appropriate sewing machine, fabrics, work order, workplace information, including work procedures and/or equipment instructions.

Method of assessment

Assessment methods must confirm consistency of performance over time and in a range of workplace relevant contexts.

Assessment should be by direct observation of tasks and questioning on underpinning knowledge.

Assessment should be conducted over time and will generally be in conjunction with assessment of other units of competency.

Context of assessment

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

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. 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.

Unit scope

This unit covers work involving sewing and manipulation requirements for machine sewing a range of tailored blind types, including:

straight or relaxed

bonded

oriental

cascade

staggered and kooped

Unit context

OHS requirements may include 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 discretion, judgement and problem solving skills in the set up and operation of machines. This may be demonstrated either individually or in a team environment

Machine sewing operations

Machine sewing operations are to ensure:

straight stitching along seam lines from the top to the lower edge of the material or vice versa

securing of beginning and end of threads of the stitching with even and appropriate seam stitch type, length and visibility

seams are flat

finished components match work requirements

Machines may include, but are not limited to:

industrial sewing machines

pressing equipment

staplers

drills

saws

Materials to be machined may include but are not limited to:

lining

interlining and curtain fabrics

fasteners

threads

headboard or track

Work order requirements include but are not limited to:

widths and numbers of finished blinds

seam allowances and types

number and widths of panels

mounting style

headboard or track requirements

lining and any interlining

required fasteners

Personal protective equipment

Personal protective equipment is to include that prescribed under legislation, regulations and enterprise policies and practices

Information and procedures

Machine manufacturer specifications and operational procedures

Workplace procedures relating to the setting and operation of machinery

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

Workplace procedures relating to reporting and communication

Unit sector

Soft Furnishing

This unit contains employability skills.