The unit applies to machine operations such as sewing where responsibility is taken for collection and despatch, quality and timely production and documentation.

Work is conducted according to defined procedures in a home-based or outside a factory environment.

The application of this unit is according to OHS practices of the enterprise and workplace practices, which may include:

requirements prescribed by legislation, awards, agreements and conditions of employment

standard operating procedures

work instructions

oral, written and visual communication

quality practices, including responsibility for maintenance of own work quality and contribution to quality improvement of team or section output

housekeeping

tasks related to environmental protection, waste disposal, pollution control, and recycling

This unit requires the application of skills associated with planning and organising to arrange production schedule and completion according to timeline requirements. Problem solving skills are required to ensure work conforms to requirements and identify any production problems. Communication skills are used to refer to and complete required documentation. Self management skills are used to ensure safe use of technology and conformance of own work to quality standards.

Prerequisites

ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1 Confirm drop-off and pick-up arrangements

1.1 Relevant personnel in client organisation are identified and contacted.

1.2 Drop-off and pick-up arrangements are confirmed with relevant personnel.

1.3 Timelines and work requirements are identified.

2 Establish and agree upon quality procedures

2.1 Steps required to complete work are confirmed with appropriate personnel in client organisation.

2.2 Quality requirements of client organisation are confirmed and interpreted.

2.3 Work is assessed according to agreed steps and quality criteria.

2.4 Work is checked against specifications and quality standards and action is taken to rectify work that is not according to requirements.

3 Set up home-based workplace

3.1 Workbench and seating are set up according to OHS practices.

3.2 Machines are cleaned and checked according to standard home-based work practices.

3.3 Machines are set up and adjusted and specifications for work, attachments and parts are checked.

3.4 Problems with machines and equipment are identified and either fixed, or referred to maintenance personnel.

3.5 OHS practices are identified and followed.

3.6 Action is taken according to OHS practices to prevent accidents and to eliminate risks to personal safety.

4 Keep records of work

4.1 Home-based work record system is established according to standard home-based work practice and relevant industrial award.

4.2 Records are kept according to record system requirements.

This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level, required for this unit.

Demonstrates knowledge of:

garment assembly processes

operating procedures for sewing machines

characteristics of typical fabrics, threads and other materials used in garment production

quality standards and practices

OHS practices, including hazard identification and control measures

workplace practices

recording and reporting practices

Demonstrates skills to:

handle, receive and assemble garments

read, interpret and follow information on work specifications, standard operating procedures and work instructions, and other reference material

maintain accurate records

communicate within the workplace

sequence operations

meet specifications

clarify and check task-related information

carry out work according to OHS practices

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.

Critical aspects of evidence

Demonstrates skills and knowledge to:

clarify and confirm drop-off and pick-up arrangements for work

confirm and interpret work specifications

establish and apply required quality procedures and required work steps

organise and set up home-based workplace

maintain home-based machines and equipment

apply OHS practices in work operations

maintain accurate records

Consistency in performance

Consistently applies skills and knowledge when:

organising work

completing tasks according to instructions

working systematically with attention to detail

identifying improvements and avoiding damage

using workplace practices

using OHS practices

recording and reporting accidents and incidents

assessing operational readiness of equipment

recognising and adapting to cultural differences in the workplace, including modes of behaviour and interactions

Resource implications

Access is required to real or appropriately simulated situations, including work areas, materials and equipment, and to information on workplace practices and OHS practices.

Context for assessment

Assessment may occur on the job or in an appropriately simulated environment.

Interdependent assessment

This unit may be assessed independently or in combination with other relevant units.

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. Add any essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment depending on the work situation, needs if the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts.

Legislative/regulatory requirements

All work must comply with relevant Federal and State or Territory legislative or regulatory requirements.

Personnel in client organisation may include:

production manager

pattern maker

delivery personnel

finance personnel

designer

OHS practices

OHS practices include hazard identification and control, risk assessment and implementation of risk reduction measures specific to the tasks described by this unit, and may relate to:

manual handling techniques

standard operating procedures

personal protective equipment

safe materials handling

taking of rest breaks

ergonomic arrangement of workplaces

following marked walkways

safe storage of equipment

housekeeping

reporting accidents and incidents

environmental practices

Sector

Clothing Production

This unit contains employability skills.