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Identify materials used in leather goods production

Identify materials used in leather goods production

Unit of competency
National Code
LMTLG2006A
State Code
W7385
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
16/07/2011
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
24/10/2014
Field of Education
030199 - Manufacturing Engineering And Technology, N.e.c.
Original Release Date
24/10/2014
Nominal Hours
60
Description
This unit covers the skills and knowledge to identify and describe materials used in the production of leather goods.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Identify materials used in leather goods
  • 1.1 Materials used in leather goods production are identified.
  • 1.2 Types and sources of materials are identified.
  • 1.3 Characteristics of materials are identified.
  • 1.4 Generic and trade names for materials are identified.
2 Determine uses of materials for leather goods production
  • 2.1 Uses of materials for leather goods production are identified.
  • 2.2 Handling and care requirements for materials are identified.
  • 2.3 Common problems and faults of materials are identified.
  • 2.4 OHS practices relevant to materials uses are identified.
3 Determine performance of materials for leather goods
  • 3.1 Physical properties of materials are identified.
  • 3.2 Performance characteristics of materials are identified and described.
  • 3.3 Types of surface finishes used on materials are described.
4 Identify common faults, problems and surface defects of materials
  • 4.1 Common faults, problems and surface defects of materials are identified.
  • 4.2 Possible causes for common faults, problems and surface defects are described.
  • 4.3 Workplace quality practices relating to faults, problems and surface defects are identified.
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.
Leather goods may include
footwear
handbags and accessories
wallets, purses, belts
saddles and saddlery components and products
clothing
headwear and millinery
textile product components
Materials may include
leather such as:
calf
cow hide
kid
goat
buffalo
kangaroo
reptile
sheep
ostrich
emu
pig
adhesives and chemicals such as:
polyurethane adhesives
rubber cement
methyl ethyl ketone
halogenation solvent
dichloromethane
petrol
methylated spirits
solvent-based spray finishes
solvent-based emulsions
fabrics such as:
satin
silk
taffeta
OHS practices
OHS practices include hazard identification and control, risk assessment and implementation of risk reduction measures specific to the tasks described by this unit, and may relate to:
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
environmental practices
Characteristics may include
stretch
size
grain
nap
substance
properties and uses of different types of hides and leathers
hair follicle patterns of leather
Performance characteristics may include
stretch
abrasion
wearability
absorbency
durability
elasticity
heat sensitivity
shrink resistance
strength
Faults, problems or defects may include
marks
scars
cuts
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 for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Demonstrates skills and knowledge to:
identify materials
identify materials uses within the leather goods industry
identify characteristics of materials
determine performance of materials
identify common faults, problems and surface defects of materials
Consistently applies skills and knowledge when:
organising work
completing tasks according to instructions
working systematically with attention to detail
identifying improvements and avoiding damage
using workplace practices
using OHS practices
recording and reporting accidents and incidents
assessing operational readiness of equipment
recognising and adapting to cultural differences in the workplace, including modes of behaviour and interactions

Context and specific resources for assessment
Assessment may occur on the job or in an appropriately simulated environment and requires access to work areas, materials and equipment and to information on workplace practices and OHS practices.

Guidance information for assessment
This unit may be assessed independently or in combination with other relevant units.
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
BAV31 MSTLG2006 Identify materials used in leather goods production Unit of competency