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Determine characteristics of materials used in leather goods production

Determine characteristics of materials used in leather goods production

Unit of competency
National Code
MSTLG2008
State Code
OEY71
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
030199 - Manufacturing Engineering And Technology, N.e.c.
Original Release Date
03/07/2023
Nominal Hours
60
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to source information about leather goods and identify uses and performance characteristics of the different types of materials used in their production. It includes a focus on the broader context for leather goods production, including sustainability considerations.This unit applies to any individual whose role relates to the production of leather goods.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. Source information on leather goods production
  • 1.1 Identify and access information about leather goods and their production
  • 1.2 Identify regulatory or standards frameworks that impact the production of leather goods
  • 1.3 Identify sustainability frameworks and approaches to sustainability that impact the production of leather products
2. Identify how materials and their characteristics impact production
  • 2.1 Review information and identify types, performance characteristics and handling requirements of materials used in leather goods production
  • 2.2 Identify types of surface finishes used on materials in production
  • 2.3 Identify the impacts of material characteristics and their handling requirements on production activities
  • 2.4 Identify common material faults, problems and surface defects and the quality practices used in production to address these
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
BAV31 MSTLG2006 Identify materials used in leather goods production Unit of competency