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Sew materials by machine

Sew materials by machine

Unit of competency
National Code
MSTAT2005
State Code
OEZ57
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
22/12/2022
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
03/07/2023
Field of Education
030107 - Garment Making
Original Release Date
03/07/2023
Nominal Hours
55
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to use any type of sewing machine to align and sew pattern pieces and sew components of textile products. It includes the ability to align and sew straight seams, join flat pieces of stable fabric and use basic stitching. This unit applies to individuals working in accordance with pre-determined specifications and established procedures.No licensing or certification requirements exist at the time of publication. Relevant legislation, industry standards and codes of practice within Australia must be applied.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare to use sewing machine
  • 1.1 Identify materials and machining specifications from workplace information
  • 1.2 Identify and comply with work health and safety requirements
  • 1.3 Clean, check, set up and adjust machine according to work specifications
  • 1.4 Check and lay out work pieces in sequence in accordance with production requirements
2. Sew work pieces
  • 2.1 Sew pieces in accordance with pattern requirements and quality standards
  • 2.2 Control machine speed and work handling according to type of operation, fabric and product type
3. Confirm quality of sewn work
  • 3.1 Inspect sewn work against specifications procedures and quality standards
  • 3.2 Identify any faults or pieces that do not meet quality standards and take appropriate action
  • 3.3 Record results of quality inspection and process work ready for next operation
  • 3.4 Complete required production records in accordance with workplace procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
OBL95 MSTCL2023 Sew components Unit of competency
OBL98 MSTCL2021 Use a sewing machine Unit of competency
BAX03 MSTFD2006 Use a sewing machine for fashion design Unit of competency