The unit applies to the calculation of cost requirements and analysis of data to determine cost-effective means for the production of textile designs. 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 in information gathering and performing calculations as well as documenting findings. Problem solving and planning and organising skills are required to identify and analyse the cost components of product production and determine cost effective practices.

Prerequisites

ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1 Analyse options for textile production

1.1 Production requirements are analysed to determine scale of production

1.2 Options for the production of textiles are determined in line with product specifications

1.3 Information on cost of each option is gathered and data is analysed

1.4 Production options are compared in terms of their cost benefits and cost negatives

1.5 Information from previous production records are reviewed and compared with current options in terms of cost, and in line with quality outcomes

1.6 Potential options are selected and relevant information documented

2 Assess influences on production costs

2.1 Factors that may affect cost of production are determined

2.2 Quality and industry standards for design production are identified and implications for production assessed

2.3 Production options are considered in line with OHS practices

2.4 Influences on production costs are assessed and initial costing modified

2.5 Production options are reviewed in line with additional information and most suitable options refined.

3 Develop and analyse costing sheets for textile production

3.1 Costing sheets are completed for selected production options

3.2 Calculations are checked and data is collated

3.3 Data from costing sheets is interpreted to assess most cost efficient option from production, in line with design and quality requirements

3.4 Cost analysis is documented and presented to appropriate personnel to review suitability of options

3.5 Cost analysis is finalized and all documentation is completed

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

Demonstrates knowledge of:

structure of costing sheets

industry standards for costing specifications

design terminology

style features

quality standards

sequence of operations

OHS practices, including hazard identification and control measures

quality practices

workplace practices

recording and reporting practices

Demonstrates skills to:

access industry standards

calculate and compare costs

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:

research and analyse options for textile production

integrate findings to refine options

perform calculations

analyse factors affecting production costs

produce costing sheets

compare and analyse data

communicate data and make recommendations

review findings with appropriate personnel

apply quality criteria when reviewing options

apply OHS practices in work operations

maintain accurate records

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.

Options for textile production may include

in-house production

off-shore production

Scale of production may include:

short-run or design production

large scale volume production

Costs may include

freight

tariffs and duties

wastage

wages or labour

materials

equipment usage and maintenance

Cost benefits may include

reduced wastage

greater control over production schedule

reduced overheads

flexible use of labour

cheaper labour

greater flexibility

Cost negatives may include

high overheads

freight and shipping

lack of quality control

longer lead times

larger minimum orders

Variables may include

labour availability

availability of materials and equipment

transportation reliability

exchange rate changes

complexity of design production

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

Factors may include

style design features

choice of yarns

choice of trims

extras, eg pleating, embroidery

machinery and equipment requirements including re-tooling

Sector

Textile Design and Development

This unit contains employability skills.