Elements and Performance Criteria

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.

General context
Competence must be demonstrated in working largely independently and being accountable for own results including:
carrying out assigned tasks
coordinating processes
setting and working to deadlines
Work is assessed in accordance with statutory requirements, organisation insurance requirements, OH&S legislation, manual handling procedures and relevant health regulations

Worksite environment may include
Work may be conducted in a large scale production or small business situation
Sewing machine operations may include those involved in the production of a complex whole garment from written specifications and/or patterns. This may include:
assembling a complex whole garment
sample machining involving all operations in the assembly of a complex whole garment
any and all of the operations required to complete a complex whole garment to specification
Occupational health and safety policies and procedures may include:
personal protective wear and equipment is used in accordance with workplace procedures
safe materials handling practices are correctly followed in accordance with workplace procedures
rest breaks are taken in accordance with workplace procedures
workstation is arranged in accordance with occupational health and safety including ergonomic requirements
marked walkways are followed in workplace
equipment is stored when not in use in accordance with workplace procedures
workstation is kept clean and free of obstacles at all times in accordance with workplace procedures
floor and workstation are kept clear of remnants, threads, lint, dust and rubbish in accordance with workplace procedures
equipment is cleaned in accordance with workplace procedures and manufacturer's instructions

Sources of information/documents may include
Bundle tickets
Written specifications
Patterns
Organisation work procedures and specifications
Organisational or external personnel
Quality and Australian standards and procedures
Customer/s requirements

Workplace context may include
Work organisation procedures and practices relating to the assembly and sewing of garments
Conditions of service, legislation and industrial agreements including:
workplace agreements and awards
Federal or State/Territory legislation
Standard work practice
Reporting actions include verbal and written communication in accordance with organisational policies and procedures
Communication may be oral, written or visual and can include simple data
Being responsible for the maintenance of own work quality and being required to contribute to the quality improvement of team or section output, where necessary
Safety, environmental, housekeeping and quality are as specified by machine/equipment manufacturers, regulatory authorities and the enterprise

Applicable regulations and legislation may include
Occupational health and safety legislation relevant to workplace activities
Workers' compensation legislation

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 of evidence to be considered

Assessment must confirm appropriate knowledge and skills to:

plan and coordinate the operations involved in the construction of a complex whole garment
prepare workstation and work prior to commencing sewing operations
apply advanced sewing and assembly techniques to the construction of a complex whole garment
carry out all operations using machines required for the construction of a complex whole garment
check work against specifications and/or patterns
apply workplace health and safety policies in work operations
maintain accurate records

Interdependent assessment of units
This unit may be assessed independently or in conjunction with other units that form part of a job function

Required knowledge and skills

Underpinning knowledge of:

relevant OH&S legislation, codes of practice, policies and procedures
garment assembly processes and machines involved in the construction of a complex whole garment
characteristics of typical fabrics, threads and other materials used in complex whole garment assembly
quality standards and garment handling procedures
safety and environmental aspects of relevant garment assembly processes
workplace procedures
reporting procedures

Underpinning skills to:

interpret work specifications and patterns
plan and coordinate garment operations involved in the in the construction of a complex whole garment
handle, receive and assemble garments
maintain accurate work records in accordance with procedures
carry out work in accordance with OH&S policies and procedures
meet work specifications
communicate effectively within the workplace
interpret and apply defined procedures

Resource implications
Access to real or appropriately simulated complex whole garment assembly situations including areas, materials, equipment, and information on work specifications/patterns, relevant safety procedures and regulations, quality standards, organisation procedures and customer requirements

Consistency in performance

Applies underpinning knowledge and skills when:

planning and organising work
interpreting work specifications and patterns
describing consequences
completing tasks
identifying improvements
applying safety precautions relevant to the task
assessing operational capability of specified equipment used and work processes

Shows evidence of application of relevant workplace procedures including:

hazard policies and procedures including codes of practice
job procedures and work instructions
quality procedures (where existing)
waste, pollution and recycling management processes
Action taken promptly, accidents and incidents reported in accordance with statutory requirements and enterprise procedures
Recognises and adapts appropriately to cultural differences in the workplace, including modes of behaviour and interactions among staff and others
Work completed systematically with attention to detail without damage to goods, equipment or personnel

Context for assessment
Assessment may occur on the job or in an appropriately simulated environment

Communicating ideas and information
(3)

Collecting analysing and organising information
(3)

Planning and organising activities
(3)

Working with others and in teams
(2)

Using mathematical ideas and techniques
(2)

Solving problems
(3)

Using technology
(3)