The unit applies to the interpretation of design specifications and use of tapestry looms and techniques to produce tapestry design samples.

Work may be conducted in small to large scale enterprises and may involve individual and team-related 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 communication skills associated with interpreting patterns and specifications, and planning and organising for safe and effective use of tapestry technology and operations. This unit also requires an ability to check the quality of outcomes and identify and address problems relating to tapestry faults or production processes. Initiative and enterprise and problem solving will be used to combine tapestry processes, techniques and materials to achieve desired design outcomes.

Prerequisites

ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1 Interpret production requirements

1.1 Design specifications and cartoon image are analysed and discussed with appropriate personnel to confirm production requirements

1.2 Desired effects of tapestry techniques are identified and appropriate processes selected to achieve required outcome

1.3 Yarns, quantities, tapestry looms and equipment are selected according to design requirements

2 Produce woven tapestry design sample

2.1 Workstation and tools and equipment are set up according to specifications for work

2.2 Yarns are checked against quality standards

2.3 Tapestry techniques are undertaken to meet design specifications for sample and according to OHS practices

2.4 Tapestry techniques and outcomes are monitored throughout to identify production faults

3 Check quality of sample

3.1 Completed sample is checked against design specifications to ensure quality standards are met

3.2 Tapestry faults and production problems are identified and causes determined

3.3 Tapestry process, technique, and materials used are analysed to determine necessary modifications to tapestry techniques, processes or specifications

4 Complete production process

4.1 Tapestry faults and production problems are rectified or sample is reproduced according to modifications

4.2 Tapestry sample is finished according to design specifications

4.3 Outcomes are examined with appropriate personnel and possible modifications to design are discussed and documented

4.4 Required documentation is completed

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

Demonstrates knowledge of

tapestry modification techniques

tapestry techniques

yarn characteristics

typical fault conditions

fault-finding procedures

types and styles of tapestries

simple equipment maintenance techniques

OHS practices, including hazard identification and control measures

quality practices

workplace practices

recording and reporting practices

Demonstrates skill to

check operational readiness of equipment

prepare yarn and thread for production

operate a weaving loom

monitor production

recognise and rectify faults or problems as required

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 to be considered

Demonstrates skills and knowledge to:

analyse design specifications and interpret production requirements

produce tapestry sample according to design specifications

make minor adjustments to equipment

identify and address faults

monitor own work and conduct quality check of sample outcome

Consistency in performance

Consistently applies skills and knowledge when:

organising work

completing tasks

identifying improvements

using workplace practices

using OHS practices

recording and reporting accidents and incidents

assessing operational readiness of equipment used and work processes

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

completing work systematically with attention to detail without damage to goods and equipment

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.

Production requirements

shaping

tension

striping

weaving

tuck and slip

colour

pattern

size

tension

Appropriate personnel may include

trainers

colleagues

mentors

designers

members of the design team

Tapestry techniques may include

hitching on and off

plain weave in open and closed passes

high and low turns

weaving of simple shapes such as triangles, curves and circles

hatching methods, eg: regular and random

colour blending and tonal gradation

half passing

joins

soumak, knot and surface texture

Yarns may include

weft yarns:

wool

cotton

silk

novelty yarns

warp yarns

cotton

seine

twine

Sample may include:

complete tapestry

sample tapestry

Tools and equipment may include

tapestry loom

bobbins

scissors

plumb bob

cotton

seine

twine

weft yarn

marking pen

ruler

masking tape

tapestry needles

table

chair

OHS practices

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

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

other OHS practices relevant to the job and enterprise

Tapestry faults and production problems may include

shrinkage or ballooning of edges

exposure of warp

holes

foreign matter

machine or equipment faults

Sector

Textile Design and Development

This unit contains employability skills.