Elements and Performance Criteria

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.
Pattern markings may include:
notches, straight of grain, seam lines, drill holes, darts, cutting instructions, style number, size
Style modifications include:
changing neckline, adding opening or closure, lengthening or shortening, adding flat seaming, applied pockets and flaps
Pattern specification sheet may include:
number of pattern pieces, style details, fabric swatches, trade sketch, special pattern information and cutting instructions
Modify pattern may include features such as:
appropriate seam allowance
lease allowance
notching
pattern information (size, style number, cutting instructions and identity)
darts
drill holes
grain line
cutting line
stitching line
Tools and equipment includes:
patterns, scissors, ruler, square rule, marker pens, hole punch, pins, fashion triangle, French curve, pattern notcher, weights, tape measure, mitre rule, paper scissors, pattern hook, masking tape, sticking tape
Basic patternmaking principles include:
dart manipulation
square blocking
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
Demonstrates skills and knowledge to:
understand and apply correct pattern and garment terminology
identify, select and use the appropriate tools and equipment for patternmaking
select and modify the appropriate pattern
cut out and label pattern pieces accurately
apply OHS practices in work operations
maintain accurate records

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.