Unit of competency Outline
Date retreived
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22/07/2026 6:57 AM AWST
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Source textile materials and resources
Source textile materials and resources
Unit of competency
National Code
LMTTD4006A
LMTTD4006A
State Code
W7438
W7438
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
24/10/2014
Field of Education
030105 - Textile Making
Original Release Date
24/10/2014
Nominal Hours
20
Description
This unit covers the skills and knowledge to source materials and resources that are required for production of textiles.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Identify and locate required textile resources
- 1.1 Materials required for production of textile products are identified from production specifications
- 1.2 Expertise required for production is identified and in-house availability of skills assessed.
- 1.3 Supply criteria in order to meet production requirements are determined
- 1.4 Textile suppliers in Australia and overseas are identified and researched.
- 1.5 Range of textile services provided by suppliers are identified and compared with supply criteria and production specifications
- 1.6 A shortlist of preferred suppliers that meet criteria is developed and details documented
2 Analyse order and supply conditions
- 2.1 Minimum order requirements for suppliers are identified.
- 2.2 Lead times required for different suppliers are identified and compared.
- 2.3 Capacity of suppliers to meet order and delivery requirements are investigated and compared.
- 2.4 Shipping and freight options are identified and compared.
- 2.5 Supplier business conditions are documented to allow for future reference.
- 2.6 Communication channels for supplier are confirmed and established for business operation.
3 Compare supply costs
- 3.1 Capacity of suppliers to meet price and quality requirements are analysed and compared
- 3.2 Costs, including hidden costs of purchases are identified.
- 3.3 Costs of purchasing direct from overseas suppliers, contractors or manufacturers are compared to purchasing from local suppliers.
- 3.4 Payment options offered by suppliers are identified and compared.
4 Order and receive textile materials and resources
- 4.1 Suppliers are selected for supply of materials and resources based on their ability to meet required specifications and competitiveness.
- 4.2 Orders are completed and placed with suppliers according to own and supplier business requirements
- 4.3 Orders are monitored and followed up to ensure that conditions will be met.
- 4.4 Orders are received and quality and content checked against documentation.
- 4.5 Invoice is processed for payment.
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.
Materials
knitted fabrics, including weft knits and warp knits
woven fabrics, including plain, twill, satin, doggy and jacquard
non-woven fabrics such as felts, nets, braids, bonded and lace
raw materials
yarns
man-made materials
recycled materials
dyes
trims
screens
Expertise may include
development of textile product patterns
finishing
dyeing
knitting
weaving
illustration
tapestry
Supply criteria may include
availability of raw materials
timelines
quality standards
colour
quantity
reliability
communication channels
reputation
price
delivery schedule
Suppliers may include
wholesalers
importers
mills
jobbers
converters
Researched may include analysis of
yellow pages
internet
trade directories
trade shows
networks
agents
trade magazines
Hidden costs may include
minimum order requirements
shipping
wastage
quality
tariffs or duties
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
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.
Materials
knitted fabrics, including weft knits and warp knits
woven fabrics, including plain, twill, satin, doggy and jacquard
non-woven fabrics such as felts, nets, braids, bonded and lace
raw materials
yarns
man-made materials
recycled materials
dyes
trims
screens
Expertise may include
development of textile product patterns
finishing
dyeing
knitting
weaving
illustration
tapestry
Supply criteria may include
availability of raw materials
timelines
quality standards
colour
quantity
reliability
communication channels
reputation
price
delivery schedule
Suppliers may include
wholesalers
importers
mills
jobbers
converters
Researched may include analysis of
yellow pages
internet
trade directories
trade shows
networks
agents
trade magazines
Hidden costs may include
minimum order requirements
shipping
wastage
quality
tariffs or duties
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
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
Demonstrates skills and knowledge to:
identify production resources used in the design and development of textiles
undertake research to identify and qualify suppliers of textile materials and resources
access and compare Australian and overseas supply chains
make comparisons based on quality, availability, cost and time requirements
undertake ordering of production requirements
ensure supply meets quality standards and order conditions
Consistency in performance
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
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.
Critical aspects of evidence to be considered
Demonstrates skills and knowledge to:
identify production resources used in the design and development of textiles
undertake research to identify and qualify suppliers of textile materials and resources
access and compare Australian and overseas supply chains
make comparisons based on quality, availability, cost and time requirements
undertake ordering of production requirements
ensure supply meets quality standards and order conditions
Consistency in performance
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
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.
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BAU90 | MSTTD4006 | Source textile materials and resources | Unit of competency |