Elements and Performance Criteria

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.

General context
Work involves testing and analysis associated with developing a product specification
Judgement may be required in planning and selecting appropriate processes or procedures for self and others
Work is assessed in accordance with statutory requirements, organisation insurance requirements, OH&S legislation, and manual handling procedures and relevant health regulations

Worksite environment may include
Work may be conducted in a large or medium sized production business situation
Work may involve individual and team related activities, and may include liaison with specialist technicians
Textile material/products for which product specifications are developed in the textile sector include fibres, fabrics, yarns and finished products
Yarns could include ring spun, open-ended spun, air jet spun, friction spun, etc.
Fibres are many and could include polyester, cotton, wool, viscose rayon, etc.
Finished products in the textile sector may include socks, sweaters, towels, sheets, blankets, carpets, rope and twine, mops and industrial textiles, etc.
Tests would normally relate to performance during processing or finished product performance requirements and may include microscopic analysis, chemical analysis, evenness testing, moisture content, dry-fastness, tensile-strength, elongation, tearing strength, crease recovery, dimensional stability, etc.
A range of testing procedures and equipment may be involved, including microscopes, weighing scales, rulers, templates, strength testers, conditioners, dryers, abrasion testers, pilling testers, etc.
Tests are performed according to enterprise procedures using standard test methods
The elements of a product specification may include construction, dimensions, strength and shrinkage
Reporting and liaison may include personnel from research and development, and maintenance
Safety procedures when working with test equipment are as specified by equipment manufacturers, regulatory authorities and the enterprise
The competencies are applied under broad guidance
Knowledge and skills are applied in a self-directed way to tasks, roles and/or functions
The competencies are used independently within routine and non-routine situations
Data entry/recording may include keyboard and manual operations

Sources of information/documents may include
Product specifications and acceptance criteria
Operating and reference manuals
Organisation work and safety procedures
Australian and international testing standards
Specialist technical personnel
Quality standards and procedures
Industry reference material

Workplace context may include
Work organisation procedures and practices relating to testing associated with the testing and analysis of production for the development of product specifications for textile production
Conditions of service, legislation and industrial agreements including:
workplace agreements and awards
Federal or State/Territory legislation
Standard work practices
Reporting actions include verbal and written communication in accordance with organisational policies and procedures
Communication may be oral, written or visual and can include simple data
Being responsible for the maintenance of own work quality and being required to contribute to the quality improvement of team or section output, where necessary
Safety, environmental, housekeeping and quality are as specified by machine/equipment manufacturers, regulatory authorities and the enterprise

Applicable regulations and legislation may include
Occupational health and safety legislation relevant to workplace activities
Workers' compensation legislation

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 to be considered

Assessment must confirm appropriate knowledge and skills to:

establish criteria for tests
select/develop/plan tests
set up and calibrate test equipment
ensure tests are conducted against specified australian and or international quality standards
collate/analyse/interpret tests
prepare product specification
communicate effectively with design team, production management, customers, etc.
maintain accurate records

Interdependent assessment of units
This unit does not need to be assessed in conjunction with other units

Required knowledge and skills

Underpinning knowledge of:

the elements and principles of testing and how they can be used to assist in assessing materials/products in the textile industry
full range of tests appropriate to testing materials/products
product and process specifications
textile materials and products and their properties
safety and environmental aspects of relevant enterprise activities
workplace procedures and reporting processes
safety and environmental aspects of relevant enterprise activities
workplace procedures and reporting processes
relevant OH&S legislation and codes of practice

Underpinning skills to:

calibration and use of test equipment
analysis and interpretation of results
communicate effectively with section managers, individuals, work groups
select, interpret and apply procedures or processes
prepare and present reports and information in appropriate formats

Resource implications
Access to real or appropriately simulated testing and analysis situations
This includes real or simulated work areas, materials, equipment, and information on work specifications, relevant safety procedures and regulations, quality standards, organisation procedures and customer requirements

Consistency in performance

Applies underpinning knowledge and skills when:

planning and organising work
interpreting design briefs and/or customer's requirements
completing tasks
identifying improvements
applying safety precautions relevant to the task

Shows evidence of application of relevant workplace procedures including:

hazard policies and procedures including codes of practice
job procedures and work instructions
quality procedures (where existing)
waste, pollution and recycling management processes
Action taken promptly, accidents and incidents reported in accordance with statutory requirements and enterprise procedures
Recognises and adapts appropriately to cultural differences in the workplace, including modes of behaviour and interactions among staff and others
Work completed systematically with attention to detail without damage to goods, equipment or personnel

Context for assessment
Assessment may occur on the job or in an appropriately simulated environment

Communicating ideas and information
(3)

Collecting analysing and organising information
(3)

Planning and organising activities
(3)

Working with others and in teams
(3)

Using mathematical ideas and techniques
(3)

Solving problems
(3)

Using technology
(3)