Elements and Performance Criteria

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.

General context
Work involves the design and making of patterns for making custom-made shoes
Discretion and judgement may be required, for both self and others, in planning and selecting processes, procedures or outcomes
Work is assessed in accordance with statutory requirements, organisation insurance requirements, OH&S legislation, manual handling procedures and relevant health regulations

Worksite environment may include
Work may be conducted in a large scale production or small business situation
The competencies can refer to enterprise and client initiated ideas or requests
The competencies may involve the selection and modification of patterns and may be influenced by the extent of the pattern library or technology applications, and within the enterprise
The work responsibilities of the patternmaker will vary in scope according to:
the size of the workplace
the range of designs and specialisation in the workplace
workplace quality standards
degree of autonomy of the patternmaker
Footwear types may include a range of styles and designs
Materials in footwear construction may include a full range of leathers and appropriate textiles and materials
Patternmakers may have responsibility for:
the development of prototypes or toiles
making samples and testing pattern
developing the design
estimating leather and material usage
Pattern-making activities may involve CAD system, manual design methods
The competencies are applied under general guidance on progress and outcomes
Knowledge and skills are applied to a wide range of tasks and/or roles
The competencies are used within routines, methods and procedures
Data entry/recording may include: keyboard, computer aided drafting input device, manual operations

Sources of information/documents may include
Work specifications
Design drawings/sketches
Leather product construction instructions
Organisation work procedures
Organisational or external personnel
Quality and Australian standards and procedures
Customer/s requirements

Workplace context may include
Work organisation procedures and practices relating to the design and making of patterns for custom- made shoes
Conditions of service, legislation and industrial agreements including:
workplace agreements and awards
Federal or State/Territory legislation
Standard work practices
Reporting actions include verbal and written communication in accordance with organisational policies and procedures
Communication may be oral, written or visual and can include simple data
Being responsible for the maintenance of own work quality and being required to contribute to the quality improvement of team or section output, where necessary
Safety, environmental, housekeeping and quality are as specified by machine/equipment manufacturers, regulatory authorities and the enterprise

Applicable regulations and legislation may include
Occupational health and safety legislation relevant to workplace activities
Workers' compensation legislation

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

Assessment must confirm appropriate knowledge and skills to:

identify/define design lines and features
choose patterns to suit specifications and measurements
modify, check and test patterns
make prototype/toile
identify material requirements to construct footwear
communicate effectively with design team, customers, etc.
apply workplace health and safety policies in work operations
maintain accurate records

Interdependent assessment of units
This unit may be assessed independently

Required knowledge and skills

Underpinning knowledge of:

the principles and concepts of pattern making
customer design and fit requirements
general principles of custom-made footwear design
cost efficiency in relation to pattern making
range of typical leathers, fabrics, including weight and other characteristics
marker making procedures
cutting and construction
safety and environmental aspects of relevant enterprise activities
workplace procedures and reporting processes
relevant OH&S legislation and codes of practice

Underpinning skills to:

undertake the range of activities associated with selecting and modifying existing patterns
develop the pattern with consideration to the style and characteristics of the shoe
construct toiles or prototypes
test patterns and recommend alternative construction methods
use manual or CAD systems
communicate effectively with individuals, work groups and supervisors
maintain records, document and transfer information
interpret and carry out established procedures

Resource implications
Access to real or appropriately simulated pattern design and making situations
This includes real or simulated work areas, materials, equipment, and information on work specifications, relevant safety procedures and regulations, quality standards, organisation procedures and customer requirements

Consistency in performance

Applies underpinning knowledge and skills when:

planning and organising work
interpreting design drawings, sketches and specifications
completing tasks
identifying improvements
applying safety precautions relevant to the task

Shows evidence of application of relevant workplace procedures including:

hazard policies and procedures including codes of practice
job procedures and work instructions
quality procedures (where existing)
waste, pollution and recycling management processes
Action taken promptly, accidents and incidents reported in accordance with statutory requirements and enterprise procedures
Recognises and adapts appropriately to cultural differences in the workplace, including modes of behaviour and interactions among staff and others
Work completed systematically with attention to detail without damage to goods, equipment or personnel

Context for assessment
Assessment may occur on the job or in an appropriately simulated environment

Communicating ideas and information
(3)

Collecting analysing and organising information
(3)

Planning and organising activities
(3)

Working with others and in teams
(3)

Using mathematical ideas and techniques
(3)

Solving problems
(3)

Using technology
(3)