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Machine sew complex upholstery final cover materials

Machine sew complex upholstery final cover materials

Unit of competency
National Code
MSFUP3019
State Code
OEK43
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
08/12/2022
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
19/04/2023
Field of Education
030115 - Furniture Upholstery And Renovation
Original Release Date
19/04/2023
Nominal Hours
24
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to use specific sewing machine techniques to sew upholstery final cover materials. It includes the production of specialised products and decorative finishes using industrial sewing machines and attachments.Upholstery workers with this competency work in accordance with established procedures, using discretion, judgement and problem-solving to identify and resolve potential issues. They recognise dependencies and use cooperative approaches to optimise workflow and productivity.No licensing or certification requirements exist at the time of publication. Relevant legislation, industry standards and codes of practice within Australia must be applied.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for task
  • 1.1 Determine task requirements from work documentation, including materials, threads, features, special requirements and shape of finished item
  • 1.2 Identify and follow work health and safety requirements
  • 1.3 Determine machines, attachments, materials, work method and sequence of tasks to meet task requirements
  • 1.4 Identify equipment, including any supplementary equipment, and check it is operating effectively and safely
  • 1.5 Identify and inspect materials and report on problems, including any materials or part-constructed products that do not meet task requirements, in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 1.6 Lay out work pieces in sequence in accordance with task requirements and workplace procedures
2. Conduct sewing operation
  • 2.1 Set up and adjust sewing machine, including attachments, to meet task requirements
  • 2.2 Operate machine to maintain required product quality and outputs
  • 2.3 Check that finished products meet workplace quality standards
3. Complete task
  • 3.1 Direct completed work to next operation in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 3.2 Check, clean and store equipment and any unused materials in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 3.3 Tag unserviceable equipment, identify faults and inform appropriate personnel in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 3.4 Clean work area, safely dispose of waste and identify items for recycling in accordance with workplace procedures and environmental standards
  • 3.5 Complete required workplace records
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WI671 MSFUP3005 Machine sew complex upholstery final cover materials Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BIK1 MSF30722 Certificate III in Upholstery Qualification