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Perform spotting function in dry cleaning operations

Perform spotting function in dry cleaning operations

Unit of competency
National Code
MSTDC3001
State Code
BAX16
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Transition (Replaced)
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
04/07/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
01/12/2016
Field of Education
039909 - Cleaning
Original Release Date
01/12/2016
Nominal Hours
60
Description
This unit of competency covers the skills and knowledge required to perform spotting techniques on articles received for dry cleaning. It includes identifying a wide range of stains on a variety of fabrics, determining spotting requirements and suitable spotting agents, and carrying out spotting procedures.This unit of competency applies to operators who are responsible for implementing spotting procedures within a dry cleaning operation. It requires skill in spotting all types of stains on common as well as special fabrics, and involves the use of standard and specialist spotting agents.Work may be conducted in small to large scale enterprises and may involve individual and team activities. Work is performed within defined procedures under direct supervision. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Determine job requirements
  • 1.1 Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs)
  • 1.2 Comply with work health and safety (WHS) requirements at all times
  • 1.3 Use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) in accordance with SOPs
  • 1.4 Identify job requirements from specifications, drawings, job sheets or work instructions
2 Prepare to perform spotting function
  • 2.1 Identify types of spotting agents and classify
  • 2.2 Determine applications of spotting agents to specific types of stains
  • 2.3 Identify application procedures for spotting agents
  • 2.4 Consider safety and handling requirements of spotting agents
  • 2.5 Identify common fabrics and special fabrics
  • 2.6 Prepare work area, resources, materials and equipment according to requirements and workplace procedures
3 Determine spotting requirements
  • 3.1 Identify type of stain and its characteristics, and determine fabric type
  • 3.2 Identify appropriate spotting agent according to stain characteristic and fabric requirements
  • 3.3 Identify spotting requirements for common stains and select appropriate method
  • 3.4 Consider advanced spotting processes and procedures and select appropriate method, where necessary
  • 3.5 Seek information to support skill development when stains or spotting techniques are difficult to identify
  • 3.6 Implement control measures for factors that affect spotting procedures
4 Carry out spotting procedure
  • 4.1 Prepare spotting agents and mix according to manufacturer instructions and workplace procedures
  • 4.2 Handle fabrics or materials according to fabric requirements
  • 4.3 Operate machine or equipment in accordance with manufacturer instructions and workplace procedures
  • 4.4 Apply spotting technique in accordance with workplace procedures and spotting agent directions
  • 4.5 Dry, hang or store article correctly, label and take to the correct area for dry cleaning
  • 4.6 Record and report non-removable stains and defects according to workplace procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WA997 LMTDC3003A Perform spotting function in dry cleaning operations Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OBL86 MSTDC3005 Perform spotting function in dry cleaning operations Unit of competency