Unit of competency Outline
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Lay out patterns and cut fabrics
Lay out patterns and cut fabrics
Unit of competency
National Code
LMFSF3007B
LMFSF3007B
State Code
W8777
W8777
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
30/09/2008
Field of Education
030199 - Manufacturing Engineering And Technology, N.e.c.
Original Release Date
30/09/2008
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit covers the competency to lay out patterns and cut fabrics for construction of soft furnishing, upholstery products and mattresses and bases.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Plan work operations
- 1.1. Specifications, patterns and/or plans are read and interpreted to identify required fabrics, number of items to be cut and required equipment
- 1.2. Cutting requirements, including bias or other instructions are noted and required guides on the cutting table are identified
- 1.3. Suitable work area is selected, tidied and cleaned of any contaminants
- 1.4. Appropriate equipment and tools are selected for the fabrics and type of materials
- 1.5. Suitable scissors and/or blades are selected for the fabrics to be cut
- 1.6. Scissors and any other cutting equipment are checked prior to use for appropriate sharpness, set operation and safe condition
- 1.7. Fabrics are selected in accordance with work order and laid out smooth and square
2. Prepare materials for cutting
- 2.1. Fabrics are inspected for flaws and appropriate finish
- 2.2. Naps, direction of pattern, pattern repeat and finished side of the materials are identified
- 2.3. Fabrics are squared up to the edges or guide markings on the cutting table
- 2.4. Patterns are laid out following work procedures and instructions using registration points on the pattern and other instructions to match required fabric pattern
- 2.5. Measurements are made and appropriate adjustments are made
- 2.6. Tools and equipment are checked for operation
3. Complete cutting operations
- 3.1. Required cutting operations are completed to cut out materials following work instructions
- 3.2. Fabrics are wrapped using appropriate protective covers and care label information is attached
- 3.3. Unused materials are stored as required
- 3.4. Workplace required documentation is completed and stored following appropriate procedures
- 3.5. Cut fabrics are folded, protected and dispatched to next process following workplace procedures
- 3.6. Stock usage is reported as required by workplace procedures
- 3.7. Work area is cleaned and damaged tools tagged as required
- 3.8. Waste is collected and bundled for recycling/reuse as required
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. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
Unit scope
This unit covers work involving cutting single or double layer fabrics by hand or automatic method according to required shape or pattern
The unit applies to plain fabrics as well as those which involve matching stripes, checks and pattern repeats
Unit context
OHS requirements may include legislation, building codes, material safety management systems, hazardous and dangerous goods codes and local safe operating procedures or equivalent
Work is carried out in accordance with legislative obligations, environmental legislation, relevant health regulations, manual handling procedures and organisation insurance requirements
Work requires individuals to demonstrate discretion, judgement and problem solving skills in the cutting of material. This may be demonstrated either individually or in a team environment.
Tools and equipment may include, but are not limited to:
scissors
cutting blades
automatic cutting machines
Materials to be cut may include but are not limited to:
plain and patterned fabric
vinyl and velvet
Personal protective equipment
Personal protective equipment is to include that prescribed under legislation, regulations and enterprise policies and practices
Information and procedures
Workplace procedures relating to the setting and operation of machinery
Work instructions, including job sheets, patterns, drawings and designs
Workplace procedures relating to reporting and communication
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. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
Unit scope
This unit covers work involving cutting single or double layer fabrics by hand or automatic method according to required shape or pattern
The unit applies to plain fabrics as well as those which involve matching stripes, checks and pattern repeats
Unit context
OHS requirements may include legislation, building codes, material safety management systems, hazardous and dangerous goods codes and local safe operating procedures or equivalent
Work is carried out in accordance with legislative obligations, environmental legislation, relevant health regulations, manual handling procedures and organisation insurance requirements
Work requires individuals to demonstrate discretion, judgement and problem solving skills in the cutting of material. This may be demonstrated either individually or in a team environment.
Tools and equipment may include, but are not limited to:
scissors
cutting blades
automatic cutting machines
Materials to be cut may include but are not limited to:
plain and patterned fabric
vinyl and velvet
Personal protective equipment
Personal protective equipment is to include that prescribed under legislation, regulations and enterprise policies and practices
Information and procedures
Workplace procedures relating to the setting and operation of machinery
Work instructions, including job sheets, patterns, drawings and designs
Workplace procedures relating to reporting and communication
EVIDENCE GUIDE
The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Critical aspects of evidence
Identify materials used and any special handling requirements for those materials
Interpret work order and locate and apply relevant information
Apply safe handling practices for equipment, products and materials
Lay out patterns and cut out at least five different fabric types or pattern styles
Identify materials used and any special cutting requirements
Measure accurately and cut fabrics to required size and accuracy covering at least five different fabric types or pattern styles
Follow work instructions, operating procedures and inspection practices to:
minimise the risk of injury to self and others
prevent damage to goods, equipment and products
maintain required production output and product quality
Work effectively with others
Modify activities to cater for variations in workplace contexts and environment
Report process or materials faults, damaged products or equipment
Resource implications
Appropriate scissors and tools, fabrics, work order, workplace information, including work procedures and/or equipment instructions.
Method of assessment
Assessment methods must confirm consistency of performance over time and in a range of workplace relevant contexts.
Assessment should be by direct observation of tasks and questioning on underpinning knowledge.
Assessment should be conducted over time and will generally be in conjunction with assessment of other units of competency.
Context of assessment
Assessment may occur on the job or in a workplace simulated facility with relevant process equipment, materials, work instructions and deadlines.
The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Critical aspects of evidence
Identify materials used and any special handling requirements for those materials
Interpret work order and locate and apply relevant information
Apply safe handling practices for equipment, products and materials
Lay out patterns and cut out at least five different fabric types or pattern styles
Identify materials used and any special cutting requirements
Measure accurately and cut fabrics to required size and accuracy covering at least five different fabric types or pattern styles
Follow work instructions, operating procedures and inspection practices to:
minimise the risk of injury to self and others
prevent damage to goods, equipment and products
maintain required production output and product quality
Work effectively with others
Modify activities to cater for variations in workplace contexts and environment
Report process or materials faults, damaged products or equipment
Resource implications
Appropriate scissors and tools, fabrics, work order, workplace information, including work procedures and/or equipment instructions.
Method of assessment
Assessment methods must confirm consistency of performance over time and in a range of workplace relevant contexts.
Assessment should be by direct observation of tasks and questioning on underpinning knowledge.
Assessment should be conducted over time and will generally be in conjunction with assessment of other units of competency.
Context of assessment
Assessment may occur on the job or in a workplace simulated facility with relevant process equipment, materials, work instructions and deadlines.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| W0391 | LMFSF3007A | Lay out patterns and cut fabrics | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| WI636 | MSFSF3007 | Lay out patterns and cut fabrics | Unit of competency |
