Unit of competency Outline

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Receive and sort articles for cleaning

Receive and sort articles for cleaning

Unit of competency
National Code
LMTDC2007A
State Code
W7191
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
11/11/2010
Field of Education
039909 - Cleaning
Original Release Date
11/11/2010
Nominal Hours
60
Description
This unit covers the skills and knowledge required to receive and sort articles such as garments and linen for recording and classification before cleaning.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Receive articles
  • 1.1 Articles are received, recorded and identified according to industry procedures
  • 1.2 Any existing damage, missing components or other related detail is recorded
  • 1.3 Product handling procedures and instructions are interpreted and applied
2 Classify soiled articles
  • 2.1 Articles to be processed are identified from manufacturer labels and care labelling or workplace testing procedures
  • 2.2 Articles are classified as to colour, fragile and fabric type
  • 2.3 Knowledge of classifying processes are applied to perform required tasks
3 Remove foreign objects and return lost property
  • 3.1 Procedures for the identification, removal and disposal of foreign objects and lost property from the products are correctly followed
  • 3.2 All safety procedures are adhered to in accordance with OHS practices
4 Carry out preparation procedures
  • 4.1 Preparation procedures for the correct handling of articles are applied
  • 4.2 Any special requirements are noted and taken into account during the preparation
  • 4.3 Machinery and equipment used to prepare articles, including special requirements, are operated correctly
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.
Articles may include:
clothing, garments or fabric accessories
kitchen linen
hospitality linen
other fabric products
Industry procedures may include
receiving and sorting as per requirements in AS 4146
handling procedures for hospital linen, heavily soiled or contaminated industrial items and other item requiring special care
Product handling procedures may include:
handling of foreign objects
dealing with lost property
manual handling of garments
interaction with customers
processing of payments
handling of damaged and missing components
safety procedures, including the use of protective clothing
OHS practices
OHS practices must include hazard identification and control, risk assessment and implementation of risk reduction measures specific to the tasks described by this unit, and may include:
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
other OHS practices relevant to the job and enterprise
Machines and equipment may include
towel unwinding machines
tying machines
marking equipment
overhead rail and bagging systems
conveyor systems
automatic bin counting systems
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 for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Demonstrates skills and knowledge to:
maintain accurate records for articles received
identify correct classification types for articles
ensure foreign objects or lost property is removed from articles
prepare articles for dry cleaning or laundering
identify correct classification types for articles
Consistently applies skills and knowledge when:
organising work
completing tasks
identifying improvements
using workplace practices
using OHS practices
recording and reporting accidents and incidents
assessing operational readiness of equipment used and work processes
recognising and adapting to cultural differences in the workplace, including modes of behaviour and interactions
completing work systematically with attention to detail without damage to goods and equipment

Context and specific resources for assessment
Assessment may occur on the job or in an appropriately simulated environment and requires access to work areas, materials and equipment and to information on workplace practices and OHS practices.

Guidance information for assessment
This unit may be assessed independently or in combination with other relevant units.
Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
E0997 LMTPRDC02A Receive and sort articles Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
BAX19 MSTDC2007 Receive and sort articles for cleaning Unit of competency