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Machine sew materials

Machine sew materials

Unit of competency
National Code
LMFSF2002B
State Code
W8758
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
11/05/2009
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
19/06/2014
Field of Education
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
19/06/2014
Nominal Hours
48
Description
This unit covers the competency to use sewing machines for production of soft furnishings, mattresses and bases, and upholstered furniture.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Identify sewing machine equipment controls and procedures
  • 1.1. Job requirements are identified from work instructions
  • 1.2. OHS requirements, including ergonomic criteria and personal protection needs, are observed throughout the work
  • 1.3. Equipment components, equipment condition and controls are identified
  • 1.4. Operating procedures are checked to identify any approved adjustments
  • 1.5. Equipment operations and production procedures are identified
  • 1.6. The process for obtaining materials and moving products to the next process is identified
2. Prepare for work
  • 2.1. Work order or sample is checked to identify sewing specifications
  • 2.2. Required materials, tools and equipment are assembled
  • 2.3. Materials and equipment are inspected and any faults are identified and reported
  • 2.4. Work sequence is planned to suit job, and materials are laid out
  • 2.5. If required, naps, pattern direction and face side of materials are identified
  • 2.6. Components are matched and secured with tacking, pins or adhesives as required
  • 2.7. Any required supplementary equipment is identified for routine lubrication and adjustments
3. Set up and control sewing machine operations
  • 3.1. Sewing machine is set up and adjusted
  • 3.2. Sewing operation is according to workplace procedures and material characteristics
  • 3.3. Required product quality and outputs are maintained
4. Maintain quality requirements
  • 4.1. Machining process is monitored and conditions which may affect work quality are reported
  • 4.2. Authorised changes in operating procedures are implemented
5. Finish and dispatch work
  • 5.1. Completed work is:
  • 5.1.1. checked for required quality
  • 5.1.2. finished as required
  • 5.1.3. repaired (where applicable)
  • 5.1.4. moved to the next process
  • 5.2. Material which is able to be reused is collected and stored
  • 5.3. Equipment and work area clean up and waste management are completed following workplace procedures
  • 5.4. Workplace records are completed as required
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. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
Unit context
OHS requirements may include legislation, building codes, material safety management systems, hazardous and dangerous goods codes and local safe operating procedures or equivalent
Work is carried out in accordance with legislative obligations, environmental legislation, relevant health regulations, manual handling procedures and organisation insurance requirements
Work requires individuals to demonstrate some discretion, judgement and problem solving skills in the set up and operation of machines. This may be demonstrated either individually or in a team environment
Sewing specifications include:
required materials
threads and additional work features
seam and stitch specifications
any special stitch requirements and allowances
shape characteristics and special requirements
needles
attachments and ancillary equipment and quality requirements
Sewing products include:
top stitching
gathering
piping
braid
fringe
flange cords
straight fabric lengths
padded material
loose covers
Sewing processes may include:
hemming
seams
machine tacking
gathering
multiple-layer sewing and straight or zig zag sewing
Machines may include, but are not limited to:
single or multi-needle flat bed
overlocker
blind hemming
gathering
flange
bar tacking
tape edging
Sewing machine set up and adjustment includes:
thread machine and wind bobbin as required
set required tensions
select required machine settings
and test operations for work order requirements
Materials to be machined may include but are not limited to:
plain and patterned fabrics
Personal protective equipment
Personal protective equipment is to include that prescribed under legislation, regulations and enterprise policies and practices
Information and procedures
Machine manufacturer specifications and operational procedures
Workplace procedures relating to the setting and operation of machinery
Work instructions, including job sheets, plans, drawings and designs
Workplace procedures relating to reporting and communication
The employee completes quality inspection of own work








EVIDENCE GUIDE
The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.

Critical aspects of evidence
Apply safe handling practices for equipment, products and materials, including personal protective equipment
Identify and operate three types of industrial sewing machines as identified in the Range of Variables
Set up sewing machine for operations and monitor quality of output
Interpret work order and locate and apply relevant information
Follow work instructions, operating procedures and inspection practices to:
minimise the risk of injury to self and others
prevent damage to goods, equipment and products
maintain required production output and product quality
Work effectively with others
Modify activities to cater for variations in workplace contexts and environment
Identify safe handling of equipment, products and materials

Resource implications
Appropriate industrial sewing machines, work orders, operating procedures, materials and threads.

Method of assessment
Assessment methods must confirm consistency of performance over time and in a range of workplace relevant contexts.
Assessment should be by direct observation of tasks and questioning on underpinning knowledge.
Assessment should be conducted over time and will generally be in conjunction with assessment of other units of competency.

Context of assessment
Assessment may occur on the job or in a workplace simulated facility with relevant process equipment, materials, work instructions and deadlines.


Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
W0372 LMFSF2002A Machine sew materials Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
WI617 MSFSF2002 Machine sew materials Unit of competency