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Select dyes and develop dye specifications and recipes

Select dyes and develop dye specifications and recipes

Unit of competency
National Code
MSTAT4024
State Code
OEY87
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
22/12/2022
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
03/07/2023
Field of Education
030105 - Textile Making
Original Release Date
03/07/2023
Nominal Hours
60
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to select, develop and test dyes, chemicals and auxiliaries, and to create a dye specification and recipe for textile production. It may include dyes for yarns, fibres, fabrics or finished products.This unit applies to individuals working in any textiles, clothing and footwear sector where judgement is required in planning and selecting processes to achieve production outcomes. 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. Determine dye requirements
  • 1.1 Confirm specifications and sample of textile material product with originator
  • 1.2 Determine end use and performance standards expected of finished product from
  • 1.3 Analyse sample and determine type and composition using appropriate techniques
2. Perform dye tests
  • 2.1 Identify and follow environmental requirements and workplace procedures in testing processes
  • 2.2 Select dyes, chemicals and auxiliaries with reference to specifications and or previous product dyeing references
  • 2.3 Identify expected textile production and reproduction processes based on preliminary dye selection
  • 2.4 Determine preliminary dye selection for sample and trial preliminary recipe and specifications
  • 2.5 Set and calibrate testing equipment in accordance with manufacturer instructions
  • 2.6 Select and use appropriate sampling and testing techniques
  • 2.7 Evaluate dye performance and make final selection based on test results
3. Confirm final dye specification and recipe
  • 3.1 Seek approval of dye specifications and recipe from originator
  • 3.2 Test samples from bulk production run using appropriate techniques
  • 3.3 Analyse results and review, modify and retest dye according to test results
  • 3.4 Develop, check and file dye specification and recipe in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 3.5 Prepare reports and documentation in accordance with job requirements
  • 3.6 Monitor dye specification and recipe to ensure continuity and repeatability of colour and test results
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
BAU09 MSTTX4004 Select dyes and develop dye specification and recipe for production Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BIY5 MST40122 Certificate IV in Textile Design and Technology Qualification