Unit of competency Outline
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Lay out patterns and cut leather
Lay out patterns and cut leather
Unit of competency
National Code
LMFUP3004B
LMFUP3004B
State Code
W8814
W8814
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
30/09/2008
Field of Education
030199 - Manufacturing Engineering And Technology, N.e.c.
Original Release Date
30/09/2008
Nominal Hours
24
Description
This unit covers the competency to select leather hides, lay out patterns and cut out leather by hand to the required shape or pattern.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for work
- 1.1. Specifications, patterns and/or plans are read and interpreted to identify required colour and quality of materials, number of items to be cut and tools and equipment required
- 1.2. Workplace health and safety requirements, including personal protection needs, are observed throughout the work
- 1.3. Suitable work area is selected, prepared and cleaned of any contaminants
- 1.4. Pattern pieces are identified to match shapes to final wear characteristics of the furnishing component
- 1.5. Suitable scissors and/or blades are selected for the leather to be cut
- 1.6. Scissors and any other tools and equipment are checked prior to use for appropriate sharpness, operation and safe condition
- 1.7. Hide is selected, spread out and inspected to identify flaws and harder and softer wearing parts
- 1.8. Direction of natural markings and finished side of the leather are identified
2. Lay out pattern
- 2.1. Patterns are laid out following workplace procedures and instructions using low wear parts of the hide on the less heavily used furniture components
- 2.2. Patterns are laid out to maximise use of the hide for the furniture design
- 2.3. Any registration points on the pattern and other instructions to match required pattern components are marked
- 2.4. Any required measurements are made and appropriate adjustments made
3. Cut leather
- 3.1. Required cutting operations are completed with cut out leather components identified in accordance with work instructions and procedures
- 3.2. Cut work is inspected, any faults identified and appropriate action taken in accordance with workplace procedures to ensure cut pieces meet the required quality standards
- 3.3. The performance of the cutting equipment is regularly checked for signs of faulty operation, including evidence from the inspection of cut pieces
- 3.4. Where required, cut out components are wrapped using appropriate protective covers and care label information is attached
4. Complete work
- 4.1. Unused materials are stored as required
- 4.2. Cut components are folded, protected and despatched to next process following workplace procedures
- 4.3. Work area is cleaned and damaged tools tagged as required
- 4.4. Waste is collected and bundled for recycling/reuse 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 scope
This unit addresses the selection, laying out and cutting of leather hides into components for upholstered furniture
Unit context
OHS requirements include legislation, material safety management system, hazardous substances and dangerous goods codes and safe operating procedures
Work requires individuals to demonstrate discretion, judgement and problem solving skills in identifying the qualities and in the cutting of leather to patterns provided
Work is carried out in accordance with legislative obligations, environmental legislation, relevant health regulations, manual handling procedures and organisation insurance requirements
Leather hide
Leather hide for leather upholstered furniture must be of a suitable thickness and quality. It may be a full hide or partial.
Leather characteristics/qualities include:
natural markings
finished and unfinished sides
high and low wear
direction of markings
flaws and blemishes
colour variation between hides
flexibility
Tools and equipment may include, but are not limited to:
scissors
cutting blades and electric shears
Materials
Leather hides of upholstery quality, patterns
Personal protective equipment:
Personal protective equipment is to include that prescribed under legislation, regulations and enterprise practices and procedures. It may include:
safety glasses/goggles
hair nets
ear muffs/plugs
gloves
footwear and protective clothing
Information and procedures
Workflow in relation to the selection and cutting of leather
Work instructions, including job sheets, plans, drawings and designs
Workplace procedures relating to reporting and communication
Knowledge of features and use of the finished upholstered item
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 scope
This unit addresses the selection, laying out and cutting of leather hides into components for upholstered furniture
Unit context
OHS requirements include legislation, material safety management system, hazardous substances and dangerous goods codes and safe operating procedures
Work requires individuals to demonstrate discretion, judgement and problem solving skills in identifying the qualities and in the cutting of leather to patterns provided
Work is carried out in accordance with legislative obligations, environmental legislation, relevant health regulations, manual handling procedures and organisation insurance requirements
Leather hide
Leather hide for leather upholstered furniture must be of a suitable thickness and quality. It may be a full hide or partial.
Leather characteristics/qualities include:
natural markings
finished and unfinished sides
high and low wear
direction of markings
flaws and blemishes
colour variation between hides
flexibility
Tools and equipment may include, but are not limited to:
scissors
cutting blades and electric shears
Materials
Leather hides of upholstery quality, patterns
Personal protective equipment:
Personal protective equipment is to include that prescribed under legislation, regulations and enterprise practices and procedures. It may include:
safety glasses/goggles
hair nets
ear muffs/plugs
gloves
footwear and protective clothing
Information and procedures
Workflow in relation to the selection and cutting of leather
Work instructions, including job sheets, plans, drawings and designs
Workplace procedures relating to reporting and communication
Knowledge of features and use of the finished upholstered item
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
Interpret work order and locate and apply relevant information
Identify and select leathers and any special laying out and cutting requirements for different hide parts
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
As a minimum, given hides and patterns:
identify and select leather for a leather armchair
measure and cut selected leather to match these patterns
Work effectively with others
Modify activities to cater for variations in workplace contexts and environment
Resource implications
Appropriate scissors and cutting blades, leather, patterns, work order, workplace information, including work procedures and/or equipment instructions.
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 may be in conjunction with assessment of other units of competency which form a part of the job role.
Context of assessment
Assessment may occur on the job or in a workplace simulated facility with relevant process equipment, materials, work instructions and deadlines.
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
Interpret work order and locate and apply relevant information
Identify and select leathers and any special laying out and cutting requirements for different hide parts
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
As a minimum, given hides and patterns:
identify and select leather for a leather armchair
measure and cut selected leather to match these patterns
Work effectively with others
Modify activities to cater for variations in workplace contexts and environment
Resource implications
Appropriate scissors and cutting blades, leather, patterns, work order, workplace information, including work procedures and/or equipment instructions.
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 may be in conjunction with assessment of other units of competency which form a part of the job role.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| W0409 | LMFUP3004A | Lay out patterns and cut leather | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| WI670 | MSFUP3004 | Lay out patterns and cut leather | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| W038 | LMF31002 | Certificate III in Upholstery | Qualification |