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Lay up, mark and cut uncomplicated fabrics and lays

Lay up, mark and cut uncomplicated fabrics and lays

Unit of competency
National Code
MSTCL2007
State Code
BAX57
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
04/07/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
01/12/2016
Field of Education
030107 - Garment Making
Original Release Date
01/12/2016
Nominal Hours
20
Description
This unit of competency covers the skills and knowledge required to lay up, mark and cut uncomplicated fabrics and lays.The unit of competency applies to situations where single garments or only a couple of layers of fabric are to be cut. The marker may be developed directly on the fabric lay or planned separately and applied. Manual or computer-aided techniques may be used.Work may be conducted in small to large scale enterprises and may involve individual and team activities.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Determine job requirements
  • 1.1 Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs)
  • 1.2 Comply with work health and safety (WHS) requirements at all times
  • 1.3 Use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) in accordance with SOPs
  • 1.4 Identify job requirements from specifications, drawings, job sheets or work instructions
2 Prepare to cut fabrics and lays
  • 2.1 Set up working area
  • 2.2 Interpret lay-up instructions for uncomplicated articles
  • 2.3 Collect and check fabric
  • 2.4 Interpret cutting order for marking requirements, such as fabric type, width, quantity and garment sizes
3 Draft and position lay marker
  • 3.1 Collect required pattern pieces and check manually or by computer
  • 3.2 Manipulate pattern pieces and position manually on paper or by computer for most efficient fabric use
  • 3.3 Draw up lay marker manually or by computer
  • 3.4 Prepare lay-up instructions according to requirements
  • 3.5 Check marker against requirements and copy marker either manually or digitally by computer, camera or smartphone
  • 3.6 Place marker on lay, check marker and lay alignment, and take appropriate action according to job specifications
4 Cut lay and complete work
  • 4.1 Cut lay using cutting equipment according to operation requirements
  • 4.2 Monitor work quality and check for faults
  • 4.3 Direct cut work to next operation, clean work area and prepare for next job
  • 4.4 Store master copy of lay marker in filing drawer or computer as appropriate
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
W7155 LMTCL2007B Lay up, mark and cut uncomplicated fabrics and lays Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OEZ62 MSTAT2004 Lay up, mark and cut uncomplicated fabrics and lays Unit of competency