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ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1. Prepare for work

1.1. Specifications concerning design, fabrics, accessories and finish are confirmed with designer/customer/client, as required

1.2. Workplace health and safety requirements, including personal protection needs, are observed throughout the work

1.3. Materials, work method and sequence are determined

1.4. Suitable work area is selected, prepared and cleaned of any contaminants

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

2. Develop patterns

2.1. 3D templates are developed from the surface of the existing furniture, without undue distortion

2.2. Component shapes are marked out and/or cut out using appropriate technique

2.3. Standard 2D patterns are produced in accordance with specifications and to accepted standards and construction tolerances

2.4. Patterns are reviewed against client specifications and production requirements

2.5. Consultation and clarification with client is undertaken, as required

3. Select and cut fabric

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

3.2. Nap/pile, direction of pattern, pattern repeat and finished side of the materials are identified

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

3.4. Patterns are laid out using registration points on the pattern and other instructions to match required fabric pattern, ensuring maximum use of the fabric

3.5. Fabric is cut and cut components are inspected in accordance with workplace procedures

4. Sew panels

4.1. Sewing machine set up requirements and adjustments are identified and followed

4.2. Machine sewing maintains required product quality and outputs

4.3. Finished loose covers are checked for required quality and reprocessed in accordance with workplace procedures

5. Fit and finish cover

5.1. Loose cover is applied to the upholstered furniture and checked for fit

5.2. Decorative accessories are applied as required

5.3. Adjustments are made, as required, to ensure fit meets required quality standards and specifications

6. Complete work

6.1. Workplace documentation is completed in accordance with procedures

6.2. Waste and scrap are collected and disposed of/recycled in accordance with workplace procedures

6.3. Tools and equipment used are cleaned, inspected for serviceability and stored in accordance with workplace procedures

6.4. Equipment is maintained and work area is cleaned in accordance with workplace procedures

Required skills

collect, organise and understand information related to hand and power tools, work orders, maintenance systems and safety procedures

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

plan and organise activities including the preparation and layout of the work area to avoid any back tracking, workflow interruptions or wastage

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

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

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

use the limited workplace technology related to the manufacture and fitting of loose covers to upholstered furniture

Required knowledge

work requirements including workplace standards and workflow

fabric types and characteristics, common faults and inspection procedures

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

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 and locate and apply relevant information

Identify and select materials used and any special handling requirements for those materials

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

As a minimum:

develop two patterns for loose covers for given items of furniture (one plain and one patterned)

measure and cut fabrics to required size and accuracy, matching any patterns

sew fabric and fit to items of furniture

Work effectively with others

Modify activities to cater for variations in workplace contexts and environment

Resource implications

Appropriate tools and equipment, plain and patterned fabrics, sewing machines, furniture to be upholstered, 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 may be in conjunction with assessment of other units of competency which form a part of the job role.

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 addresses the development of a pattern to meet a requirement, cutting from that pattern and the fitting of loose covers to items of upholstered furniture.

Unit context

Workplace health and safety includes OHS legislation, material safety management systems, hazardous substances and dangerous goods codes and safe operating procedures

Work requires individuals to demonstrate discretion, judgement and problem solving skills in the manufacturing and fitting of loose covers

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

Machines may include, but are not limited to:

single or multi-needle flat bed

walking foot

overlocker and gatherer

Sewing machine set up and adjustments include:

threading machine and winding bobbin

setting required tensions

selecting required machine settings

lubricating and adjusting the machine

and testing operations for work order requirements

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

plain and pattern fabric

velvet

Personal protective equipment

Personal protective equipment is to include that prescribed under legislation, regulations and enterprise practices and procedures. It may include:

safety glasses/goggles

hair net

ear muffs/plugs

footwear and protective clothing

Information and procedures

Machine manufacturer specifications and operational procedures

Workplace procedures relating to the development of patterns and setting and operation of machinery

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

Workplace procedures relating to reporting and communication

Unit sector

Upholstery

This unit contains employability skills.