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Lay up and cut complicated fabrics and lays

Lay up and cut complicated fabrics and lays

Unit of competency
National Code
MSTCL3005
State Code
BAX41
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
30
Description
The unit of competency covers the skills and knowledge required to lay up fabric and cut work as part of the garment production process in situations involving complex patterns and a variety of fabrics and lays.It applies to situations where multiple garments and layers of fabric are to be laid up and cut according to a marker, and may include two-way markers and step layers.Work involves discretion, initiative and judgement within defined procedures.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 complicated fabrics and lays
  • 2.1 Set up working area
  • 2.2 Interpret lay-up instructions for complicated articles
  • 2.3 Collect and check fabric
  • 2.4 Check lay height and position of fabric according to cutting equipment and work specifications
  • 2.5 Use layering with calico or paper for delicate or difficult-to-manage fabrics to assist lay-up according to job card and workplace practices
3 Cut work
  • 3.1 Use cutting equipment according to requirements for operation
  • 3.2 Inspect cut work, identify any faults and take appropriate action to avoid fault or join pieces to ensure cut pieces meet required quality standards
  • 3.3 Take and record preventative action to avoid any recurrence of defective pieces
  • 3.4 Regularly check performance of cutting equipment for signs of faulty operation, including evidence from inspection of cut pieces
  • 3.5 Perform routine maintenance, including changing blades and drill bits, on cutting equipment
4 Complete work
  • 4.1 Bundle work according to job card
  • 4.2 Direct cut work to next operation and clean work area and prepare for next job
  • 4.3 Store master copy of lay marker in filing drawer or computer, according to workplace procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
W7171 LMTCL3005B Lay up and cut complicated fabrics and lays Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OEZ50 MSTAT3003 Lay up and cut complicated fabrics and lays Unit of competency