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Perform routine textile testing and analyse results

Perform routine textile testing and analyse results

Unit of competency
National Code
LMTTX4003A
State Code
W7538
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
030105 - Textile Making
Original Release Date
24/10/2014
Nominal Hours
70
Description
This unit covers the skills and knowledge required to undertake routine tests on textile materials and interpret test results accurately.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Determine test requirements
  • 1.1 Specifications applying to textiles, fibres, yarns or fabrics are obtained from work sheets or documentation
  • 1.2 Routine tests applying to textiles, fibres, yarns or fabrics and reasons for tests are identified
  • 1.3 Testing requirements for textiles, fibres, yarns or fabrics are determined and test methods selected
  • 1.4 Materials, processes, equipment and timelines appropriate to the test requirements are determined
  • 1.5 Clarification of testing requirements or specifications is undertaken as required using appropriate information resources
2 Undertake textile tests
  • 2.1 Materials, tools and equipment required to undertake test are determined, obtained, prepared and calibrated.
  • 2.2 Materials to be tested are obtained and correctly prepared for testing
  • 2.3 Test environment is checked to comply with test specifications
  • 2.4 Test is undertaken in accordance with testing procedures and according to OHS practices
  • 2.5 Test procedures and outcomes are recorded using standard recording procedures.
  • 2.6 All deviations from standard test procedures are identified and recorded or reported to appropriate personnel
3 Analyse test results
  • 3.1 Test results are accurately interpreted from data
  • 3.2 Deviations in test results are checked and validated
  • 3.3 Test results are assessed against industry and design specifications
  • 3.4 Deviation in test results are recorded and reported using standard procedures
  • 3.5 Inconsistent test results are checked for compliance with test specifications and test re-conducted if required
4 Complete test procedures
  • 4.1 Test results are recorded using standard recording procedures
  • 4.2 Work area and testing equipment is cleaned and housekeeping conducted to workplace standards
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.
Routine tests may include testing of:
fibre thickness
fibre length
linear density
abrasion
dimensional change
chemical properties
strength
seam opening
colour fastness: wash, perspiration, rubbing, light
mass per unit area
Industry and design specifications may include
weight or mass
density
length
contour
constant rate of extension
finish
dimensional change
Test materials, tools and equipment may include
spectrometer
strength tester
abrasion tester
light exposure box
washing machine
Analysis of test results may include
comparison to industry and Australian standards
standard and non standard deviation
compliance to specifications
limits and tolerances
Information resources may include
standard operating procedures, safety procedures, job lists, manufacturer manuals, specifications, textile production patterns and machine settings, Australian and International Standards, trade journals, quality system documentation customer requirements, workplace and site procedures and manuals, industry manuals, codes of practice, awards, legislation, plans, diagrams, log books
hard copy or electronic data
key personnel, supervisors, trainers, colleagues
Appropriate personnel may include
supervisor
quality manager
trainer
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
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
Demonstrates skills and knowledge to:
identify test specifications relevant to textile processes
conduct a range of routine tests on textile materials
interpret test specifications and outcomes accurately
convert test specifications accurately as required
recognise deviations in test results
record information accurately
apply OHS practices in work operations

Consistency in performance
Consistently applies skills and knowledge when:
organising work
completing all aspects of test process
working systematically with attention to detail
identifying unacceptable deviations in test results
identifying improvements and avoiding damage
using workplace practices
using OHS practices
recording and reporting accidents and incidents
recognising and adapting to cultural differences in the workplace, including modes of behaviour and interactions

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.
Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AXP30 LMTPDTX09A Analyse textiles and develop product specification Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
BAU10 MSTTX4003 Perform routine textile testing and analyse results Unit of competency