Qualification Outline
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Certificate III in Dry Cleaning Operations
Certificate III in Dry Cleaning Operations
LMT31210
W896
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.00 | 27/06/2012 | Current | Approved |
Description
Job roles/employment outcomes
The Certificate III reflects vocational outcomes for those performing supervision roles, specialised technical tasks or multi-skilled roles within a dry cleaning environment.
Application
This qualification is typically used to develop skill and knowledge in the operations of dry cleaning enterprises.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
To be awarded the Certificate III in Dry Cleaning Operations, competency must be achievedin nineteen (19) units of competency.
- Ten (10) core units of competency
- Nine (9) elective units of competency.
Select nine (9) elective units as specified below.
- A minimum of three (3) units must be chosen from Group A
- A minimum of two (2) units must be chosen from Group B
- A maximum of two (2) units may be chosen from Group D
- A maximum of three (3) units may be chosen from Group E
- Other Textile Fabrication units that are available at Certificates II (maximum 1 unit) and III (maximum 3 units)
- Other TCF Training Package units that are available at Certificates II (maximum 1 unit), III (maximum 3 units) and IV (maximum 1 unit)
- Units from other endorsed Training Packages and accredited courses that are available at Certificates II (maximum 1 unit), III (maximum 3 units) and IV (maximum 1 unit)
- The remainder may be chosen from Groups A, B and C.
NOTE: Competitive Ma
1. Core Units
All ten (10) units must be completed
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W7304 | LMTGN2002B | Apply quality standards | 30 | Unit of competency |
| WA996 | LMTDC2012A | Conduct safe handling of dry cleaning chemicals and solvents | 60 | Unit of competency |
| W7196 | LMTDC3002A | Dry clean garments with special treatment requirements | 40 | Unit of competency |
| W7303 | LMTGN2001B | Follow defined OHS policies and procedures | 20 | Unit of competency |
| W7194 | LMTDC2010A | Identify fabric and garment cleaning requirements | 60 | Unit of competency |
| W7151 | LMTCL2003B | Identify fibres and fabrics | 40 | Unit of competency |
| WA995 | LMTDC2011A | Identify pre- and post-spotting requirements | 85 | Unit of competency |
| W7188 | LMTDC2004A | Operate dry cleaning machines | 140 | Unit of competency |
| D3655 | MSAENV272B | Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices | 20 | Unit of competency |
| W7305 | LMTGN2003B | Work in the Textiles, Clothing and Footwear industry | 40 | Unit of competency |
2. Group A Elective Units
A minimum of three (3) units must be chosen from Group A.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W7313 | LMTGN3001B | Control production in a section of a textiles, clothing and footwear enterprise | 60 | Unit of competency |
| W7318 | LMTGN3007B | Monitor and operate trade waste | 60 | Unit of competency |
| W7314 | LMTGN3002B | Organise and plan own work to achieve planned outcomes | 30 | Unit of competency |
| W7169 | LMTCL3003B | Perform garment repairs and alterations | 40 | Unit of competency |
| WA997 | LMTDC3003A | Perform spotting function in dry cleaning operations | 60 | Unit of competency |
| W7316 | LMTGN3005B | Plan tasks to assist production operations | 80 | Unit of competency |
| W7170 | LMTCL3004B | Press whole garments | 20 | Unit of competency |
| W8301 | MSAPMSUP382A | Provide coaching/mentoring in the workplace | 40 | Unit of competency |
| W7320 | LMTGN3009B | Supervise operations in a textiles, clothing and footwear enterprise | 50 | Unit of competency |
3. Group B Elective Units
A minimum of two (2) units must be chosen from Group B.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W7192 | LMTDC2008A | Carry out final inspection of articles | 60 | Unit of competency |
| W7190 | LMTDC2006A | Operate finishing equipment | 135 | Unit of competency |
| W7189 | LMTDC2005A | Operate wet cleaning machines | 60 | Unit of competency |
| W7193 | LMTDC2009A | Prepare articles for storage or despatch | 40 | Unit of competency |
| W7185 | LMTDC2001A | Provide customer service in a dry cleaning or laundry enterprise | 50 | Unit of competency |
| W7191 | LMTDC2007A | Receive and sort articles for cleaning | 60 | Unit of competency |
4. Group C Elective Units
The remainder may be chosen from Groups A, B and C.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W7310 | LMTGN2008B | Coordinate work of team or section | 30 | Unit of competency |
| W5379 | MEM07033B | Operate and monitor basic boiler | 54 | Unit of competency |
| W5380 | MEM07034A | Operate and monitor intermediate class boiler | 36 | Unit of competency |
| W7311 | LMTGN2009B | Operate computing technology in a textiles, clothing and footwear workplace | 20 | Unit of competency |
| W7154 | LMTCL2006B | Press work | 20 | Unit of competency |
| W7150 | LMTCL2002B | Provide hand sewing and finishing support | 20 | Unit of competency |
| W7152 | LMTCL2004B | Sew components | 50 | Unit of competency |
| W7149 | LMTCL2001B | Use a sewing machine | 30 | Unit of competency |
| W7306 | LMTGN2004B | Work in a team environment | 30 | Unit of competency |
5. Group D Elective Units
A maximum of two (2) units may be chosen from Group D.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
6. Group E Elective Units
A maximum of three (3) units may be chosen from Group E:
- Other Textile Fabrication units that are available at Certificates II (maximum 1 unit) and III (maximum 3 units)
- Other TCF Training Package units that are available at Certificates II (maximum 1 unit), III (maximum 3 units) and IV (maximum 1 unit)
- Units from other endorsed Training Packages and accredited courses that are available at Certificates II (maximum 1 unit), III (maximum 3 units) and IV (maximum 1 unit)
Please refer to the Training Package for the full details of available units.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| W377 | LMT31207 | Certificate III in Dry Cleaning Operations | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BDF5 | MST30716 | Certificate III in Dry Cleaning Operations | Qualification |
VET Info Notes
Entry Requirements
Not applicable.
Traineeships and Apprenticeships