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Perform knotting for weaving operations

Perform knotting for weaving operations

Unit of competency
National Code
LMTTX2016B
State Code
W7511
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
16/07/2011
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
24/10/2014
Field of Education
030105 - Textile Making
Original Release Date
24/10/2014
Nominal Hours
30
Description
This unit covers the skills and knowledge to perform knotting to support weaving operations.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Set up and load beams
  • 1.1 Production specifications are checked to identify requirements for yarn quantity, quality and colour.
  • 1.2 Yarn batch and pattern is checked to ensure conformity to specifications.
  • 1.3 Non-conforming materials are reported.
  • 1.4 Beams are loaded onto weaving machine.
2 Knot yarn for weaving
  • 2.1 Yarn is prepared for knotting using leases.
  • 2.2 Yarn is knotted using knotting machine or manual knotting techniques.
  • 2.3 Broken yarn is identified and repaired.
3 Test knots
  • 3.1 Knots are checked to ensure adequate strength.
  • 3.2 Knots are tested during initial weaving loom operation.
  • 3.3 Broken yarn is identified.
  • 3.4 Yarn is re-tied using weavers knot or alternative techniques.
  • 3.5 Machine or product faults are reported or addressed.
4 Complete operations
  • 4.1 Empty beams are despatched.
  • 4.2 Cleaning of area and disposal of waste is completed to ensure work environment is maintained in a safe and productive manner.
  • 4.3 Production records and other documentation are accurately completed.
RANGE STATEMENT
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.
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
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:
check specifications to meet production requirements
load and unload beams
knot yarn
take a lease
comb out warp sheets
ensure adequate product flow to weaving machine
complete records accurately and completely
apply OHS practices in work operations

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.
Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
W6630 LMTTX2016A Perform knotting for weaving operations Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
BAU29 MSTTX2008 Operate a machine for complex production operations Unit of competency