Unit of competency Outline
Date retreived
22/07/2026 12:13 PM AWST
22/07/2026 12:13 PM AWST
Whilst all efforts are made to provide accurate and timely information from the relevant source/documentation, please be aware that the information supplied may not be the most current version. The accuracy of the detail has not been confirmed by the Department and therefore should not be relied upon without first confirming the contents.
Determine and perform garment maintenance or repair
Determine and perform garment maintenance or repair
Unit of competency
National Code
LMTCL4004A
LMTCL4004A
State Code
W7184
W7184
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
03/11/2008
Field of Education
030107 - Garment Making
Original Release Date
03/11/2008
Nominal Hours
30
Description
This unit covers the skills and knowledge required to assess garments for maintenance or repair requirements and to undertake the required maintenance and repairs.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Determine requirements
- 1.1 Garment is assessed or examined
- 1.2 Requirements for maintenance or repair of garment are determined
- 1.3 Costs are calculated to determine feasibility of repair
2 Prepare garment
- 2.1 Garment is prepared in appropriate manner for maintenance or repair
- 2.2 Materials and equipment required for the task are assembled
3 Undertake maintenance or repair
- 3.1 Cleaning or laundering of garment is assessed or organised, where necessary
- 3.2 Repair is undertaken to restore garment to optimum condition, as required, in accordance with workplace procedures
- 3.3 Garment is prepared for storage, where appropriate
4 Maintain records
- 4.1 Records are maintained and reports prepared, where necessary, in accordance with enterprise procedures
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. Add any essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment depending on the work situation, needs if the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts.
Legislative/regulatory requirements
All work must comply with relevant Federal and State or Territory legislative or regulatory requirements.
OHS practices
OHS practices must include hazard identification and control, risk assessment and implementation of risk reduction measures specific to the tasks described by this unit, and may include:
manual handling techniques
standard operating procedures
personal protective equipment
safe materials handling
taking of rest breaks
ergonomic arrangement of workplaces
following marked walkways
safe storage of equipment
housekeeping
reporting accidents and incidents
other OHS practices relevant to the job and enterprise
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. Add any essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment depending on the work situation, needs if the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts.
Legislative/regulatory requirements
All work must comply with relevant Federal and State or Territory legislative or regulatory requirements.
OHS practices
OHS practices must include hazard identification and control, risk assessment and implementation of risk reduction measures specific to the tasks described by this unit, and may include:
manual handling techniques
standard operating procedures
personal protective equipment
safe materials handling
taking of rest breaks
ergonomic arrangement of workplaces
following marked walkways
safe storage of equipment
housekeeping
reporting accidents and incidents
other OHS practices relevant to the job and enterprise
The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria, Required Skills and Knowledge, the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Demonstrates skills and knowledge to:
assess garments for maintenance or repair
calculate costs
repair and restore garments to optimum condition
communicate effectively with design team, customers, etc.
apply workplace health and safety policies in work operations
maintain accurate records
Consistently applies skills and knowledge when:
organising work
completing tasks
identifying improvements
using workplace practices
using OHS practices
recording and reporting accidents and incidents
assessing operational readiness of equipment used and work processes
recognising and adapting to cultural differences in the workplace, including modes of behaviour and interactions
completing work systematically with attention to detail without damage to goods and equipment
Context and specific resources for assessment
Assessment may occur on the job or in an appropriately simulated environment and requires access to work areas, materials and equipment, and to information on workplace practices and OHS practices.
Guidance information for assessment
This unit may be assessed independently or in combination with other relevant units.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Demonstrates skills and knowledge to:
assess garments for maintenance or repair
calculate costs
repair and restore garments to optimum condition
communicate effectively with design team, customers, etc.
apply workplace health and safety policies in work operations
maintain accurate records
Consistently applies skills and knowledge when:
organising work
completing tasks
identifying improvements
using workplace practices
using OHS practices
recording and reporting accidents and incidents
assessing operational readiness of equipment used and work processes
recognising and adapting to cultural differences in the workplace, including modes of behaviour and interactions
completing work systematically with attention to detail without damage to goods and equipment
Context and specific resources for assessment
Assessment may occur on the job or in an appropriately simulated environment and requires access to work areas, materials and equipment, and to information on workplace practices and OHS practices.
Guidance information for assessment
This unit may be assessed independently or in combination with other relevant units.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| E1468 | LMTPRCL13A | Determine and perform garment maintenance and repair | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BAX28 | MSTCL4004 | Determine and perform garment maintenance or repair | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| W382 | LMT40307 | Certificate IV in Clothing Production | Qualification |