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Perform garment repairs and alterations

Perform garment repairs and alterations

Unit of competency
National Code
MSTCL3015
State Code
OBL94
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
31/01/2020
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
06/05/2020
Field of Education
030107 - Garment Making
Original Release Date
06/05/2020
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to repair and alter finished garments or textiles based on client needs.The unit applies to repairing garments or textiles that have been damaged, either during the production process or during normal wear. It also applies to the alteration of garments following production, where they do not fit an individual.Work is conducted according to defined procedures.Work may be conducted in small to large scale enterprises and may involve individual and team activities.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. Prepare for repairs and alterations
  • 1.1 Determine job and safe work requirements from work information and identify type of damage or alteration required
  • 1.2 Determine specific repair or alteration work requirements, take measurements and develop plan
  • 1.3 Lay out work in sequence in accordance with repair or alteration plan
  • 1.4 Prepare workstation, machines and equipment in accordance with workplace procedures
2. Sew minor alterations and repairs by machine or hand
  • 2.1 Repair or alter product according to product requirements, quality standards and required operations
  • 2.2 Control machine speed and work handling for type of operations, fabrics and product type, in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 2.3 Regularly check performance of machine for signs of faulty operation, including evidence from inspection of finished pieces, and take required action
3. Complete work
  • 3.1 Inspect product and check against quality standards, identify any faults and take appropriate action
  • 3.2 Record results of inspection of finished product and complete client records
  • 3.3 Direct completed work to finish section
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
BAX38 MSTCL3003 Perform garment repairs and alterations Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OEZ21 MSTAT3010 Perform garment repairs and alterations Unit of competency