Elements and Performance Criteria

The Range Statement provides advice to interpret the scope and context of this unit of competency, allowing for differences between enterprises and workplaces. It relates to the unit as a whole and facilitates holistic assessment. The following variables may be present for this particular unit:

Window covering calculations

Window covering calculations cover work involved in the calculations for fabric and lining quantities for all curtains, austrians, romans and festoon blinds

Calculation of the number of drops is based on:
useable drapery fabric width
fullness requirements for heading type
size of returns and overlaps
track width identified in customer order

Unit context

OH&S 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 measurement and calculation of fabric quantities

Tools and equipment may include:
measuring and calculating equipment
including tapes
rulers
calculators and computers

Materials may include:
all forms of curtaining and other window covering material

Personal protective equipment

Personal protective equipment is to include that prescribed under legislation, regulations and enterprise policies and practices

Information and procedures

Manufacturers' specifications and operational procedures

Workplace procedures relating to measuring and cutting of fabric

Work instructions, including job sheets, plans, drawings and designs

Workplace procedures relating to reporting and communication

The Evidence Guide identifies the critical aspects, knowledge and skills to be demonstrated to confirm competency for this unit. This is an integral part of the assessment of competency and should be read in conjunction with the Range Statement.
Critical Aspects of Evidence
Identify materials used and any special handling requirements for those materials
Apply safe handling practices for equipment, products and materials
Interpret work order and locate and apply relevant information
Measure and accurately calculate fabric quantities to minimise waste and produce consistent quality drapes for at least five different types of window coverings
Identify materials used and any special marking out requirements
Follow work instructions, operating procedures and inspection practices to:
prevent damage to goods, equipment or products
maintain required production output and product quality
minimise the risk of injury to self or others
Work effectively with others
Modify activities to cater for variations in workplace contexts and environment
Report process or materials faults, damaged products or equipment

Underpinning Knowledge
Fabric types, common faults and inspection procedures
Design features of the fabrics and finished curtains in relation to attractive draping requirements
Work requirements, including workplace standards

Underpinning Skills
Information. Collect, organise and understand information related to work orders, basic plans and safety procedures
Communication. Communicate ideas and information to enable confirmation of work requirements and specifications, coordination of work with site supervisor, other workers and customers, and the reporting of work outcomes and problems
Planning. Plan and organise activities, including the preparation and layout of the worksite and the obtaining of materials to avoid any back tracking, workflow interruptions or wastage
Teamwork. Work with others and in a team by recognising dependencies and using cooperative approaches to optimise workflow
Mathematical ideas and techniques. Use mathematical ideas and techniques to correctly complete measurements and estimate material requirements
Solve problems. Use pre-checking and inspection techniques to anticipate calculation problems, avoid reworking and avoid wastage
Use of technology. Use workplace technology related to the task, including calculators and measuring devices

Resource Implications
Work orders, fabrics, including linings and interlinings, calculator and, where available, workplace pleat calculating charts.

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.

Key Competency Levels
NB:These levels do not relate to the Australian Qualifications Framework. They relate to the seven areas of generic competency that underpin effective workplace practices.
There are three levels available:
Level 1 where work is within set conditions and process
Level 2 where the management or facilitation of conditions or process is exercised; and
Level 3 where the design and/or development of conditions or process is required
Communicating ideas and information
(1)

Collecting analysing and organising information
(1)

Planning and organising activities
(2)

Working with others and in teams
(1)

Using mathematical ideas and techniques
(2)

Solving problems
(2)

Using technology
(1)