Qualification Outline
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Certificate III in Dry Cleaning Operations
Certificate III in Dry Cleaning Operations
MST30922
BIY6
Current
Approved
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 22/12/2022 | Current | Approved |
Description
This qualification is intended for those who perform specialised technical tasks or multi-skilled roles within a dry cleaning environment. It includes some supervision of staff.
Work is usually performed in a defined range of skilled operations, usually within a range of broader related activities involving known routines, methods and procedures, where some discretion and judgement is required in the provision of services or contingency measures and within known time constraints.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
Total number of units = sixteen (16)- ten (10) core units
- six (6) elective units, consisting of:
- at least four (4) units from Group A
- up to two (2) additional units from Group A and/or Group B
- up to two (2) units from any endorsed Training Package or accredited course - these units must be relevant to the work outcome.
1. Core Units
All ten (10) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OCE92 | BSBCMM211 | Apply communication skills | 35 | Unit of competency |
| OEQ55 | MSS402055 | Apply quality standards | 30 | Unit of competency |
| OCD85 | BSBWHS311 | Assist with maintaining workplace safety | 40 | Unit of competency |
| OBL92 | MSTDC2011 | Conduct safe handling of dry cleaning chemicals and solvents | 60 | Unit of competency |
| OBL85 | MSTDC3006 | Dry clean garments with special treatment requirements | 40 | Unit of competency |
| OEZ74 | MSTGN2023 | Identify and handle fabrics and textiles | 70 | Unit of competency |
| OBL89 | MSTDC2013 | Operate dry cleaning machines | 140 | Unit of competency |
| AWC13 | MSMENV272 | Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices | 20 | Unit of competency |
| OBL86 | MSTDC3005 | Perform spotting function in dry cleaning operations | 60 | Unit of competency |
| OBL99 | MSTCL3016 | Press whole garments | 20 | Unit of competency |
2. Group A - Technical/Supervisory Elective Units
At least four (4) 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OBL56 | MSTLA3006 | Control conditioning and safe drying processes | 70 | Unit of competency |
| OBL88 | MSTDC3004 | Control dry cleaning finishing operations | 55 | Unit of competency |
| OBL71 | MSTGN3013 | Control production in a section of a TCF enterprise | 60 | Unit of competency |
| OBL87 | MSTDC3003 | Control wet cleaning operations | 55 | Unit of competency |
| OBL76 | MSTGN3009 | Coordinate work of team or section | 30 | Unit of competency |
| OBL73 | MSTGN3014 | Organise and plan own work to achieve planned outcomes | 30 | Unit of competency |
| OEZ21 | MSTAT3010 | Perform garment repairs and alterations | 35 | Unit of competency |
| OBL70 | MSTGN3016 | Plan tasks to assist production operations | 80 | Unit of competency |
| AXO04 | MSMSUP382 | Provide coaching/mentoring in the workplace | 40 | Unit of competency |
| OBL75 | MSTGN3008 | Receive and sort articles for cleaning | 45 | Unit of competency |
| OBL72 | MSTGN3015 | Supervise operations in a TCF enterprise | 50 | Unit of competency |
3. Group B - Other Elective Units
Up to two (2) units may be chosen from Group B.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BFA2 | MST30919 | Certificate III in Dry Cleaning Operations | Qualification |
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Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
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