The unit applies to activities associated with final inspection, packing, storage, handling and despatching of headwear.

Work is conducted according to defined procedures.

Work may be conducted in small to large scale enterprises and may involve individual and team activities.

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 ensure packing and storage is conducted to workplace and customer requirements. Problem solving skills are required to ensure work conforms to requirements and identify any quality 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 Prepare headwear for storage and handling

1.1 Storage and handling requirements are identified or confirmed.

1.2 Records are checked to assist with process.

2 Pack headwear for storage or despatch

2.1 Final inspection of headwear is assessed.

2.2 Packing of headwear is assessed for handling of finished articles.

2.3 Records are maintained.

2.4 OHS practices are followed.

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

3 Store headwear, where required

3.1 Headwear is stored in an appropriate location.

3.2 Handling procedures for headwear are followed.

3.3 Records are maintained to ensure accurate information is available.

4 Compile orders for despatch, where required

4.1 Orders are compiled to customer specifications.

4.2 Delivery of orders is coordinated to meet delivery or collection timetables.

4.3 Documentation is maintained.

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

Demonstrates knowledge of:

packing and handling procedures

inspection techniques

quality standards and practices

delivery and collection timetables

OHS practices, including hazard identification and control measures

workplace practices

recording and reporting practices

Demonstrates skills to:

interpret customer and enterprise specifications and requirements

Store and handle headwear

ensure headwear is packed correctly

consign orders efficiently

apply the quality requirements for each stage of the process

document and transfer information

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:

identify or confirm requirements

prepare headwear for storage packing

inspect and pack product

compile or coordinate orders for despatch

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.

Storage and handling requirements may include:

headwear care requirements

boxing

correct labelling and identification

Despatch may include:

checking specifications and documentation

sequencing delivery points

coordinating timetables

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.