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. 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.
Yarn type may include:
novelty
plied
single
textured
twist.
Fibre form may include:
continuous filament
staple yarn.
Work order information may include:
access to work site, including:
access and egress points
timing of access
budget allocations
completion times and dates
human resource requirements to complete the work tasks
job requirements and tasks
legislative and local government requirements
OHS requirements and emergency response procedures
requirements for working in isolated and remote locations
resource requirements, such as equipment and materials
specific client requirements such as:
dress and presentation requirements
relationships with other activities
use of signage and barriers
work schedules
work site contact persons.
Manufacturer specifications may include:
equipment operating manuals
instructional guides
MSDS
other resources supplied by the manufacturer, such as:
laminated cards
notices
wall posters
product labels
safety instructions pre-printed on equipment.
Company requirements may include:
business and performance plans
client communication procedures
client confidentiality procedures
client service standards
communication channels and reporting procedures
company goals, objectives, plans, systems and processes
company issued identification badge, card or pass
company policies and procedures, including:
access and equity policy, principles and practice
OHS policies and procedures, including control procedures
maintenance procedures for equipment and PPE
those relating to own role, responsibility and delegation
work site access security clearance procedures
company service standards
dress and presentation requirements
duty of care, code of conduct and code of ethics
emergency response and evacuation procedures
employer and employee rights and responsibilities
environmental protection requirements
personnel practices and guidelines
quality and continuous improvement processes and standards
records and information systems and processes
training materials (induction, refresher and new skills)
use of contractors.
Weave type may include:
flat (basket)
jacquard
knitted
satin
twill
velvet.
Texture style may include:
crushed velvet
damask
glazed (polished)
moire
quilted.
Fibre may include:
acetate
acrylic
cotton
jute
linen
nylon
polyester
polypropylene
rayon
silk
wool.
Testing may include:
burn test
chemical test
sink and float test.
Occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements may relate to:
allergic reactions, such as contact dermatitis
communication devices for remote and isolated locations, such as:
mobile phone
two-way radio
dermatoxicological control and prevention measures
emergency procedures for eye and skin contact, inhalation and ingestion of toxic substances
hazard identification and risk assessment mechanisms
health surveillance and monitoring, such as regular blood testing
hierarchy of hazard control procedures
injury and dangerous occurrence reporting
maintaining clear access ways
national and industry standards and codes of practice
OHS control procedures, such as:
health and safety plans
job plans
job safety analyses
risk assessments
safe operating practices and procedures
safe system of work statements
safe work instructions
work method statements
routes of entry and potential symptoms of exposure to chemicals
safe work practices for equipment, PPE and chemical storage, including interpretation of:
MSDS
hazardous substance information, such as long latency periods
safety, induction and refresher training
selection and use of PPE and clothing appropriate to the hazard
ultraviolet light
up-to-date electrical test and tag compliance
use of chemicals according to MSDS
use of residual current devices
use, storage and maintenance of equipment according to manufacturer specifications and equipment operating manuals.
Dye methods may include:
acid
beck
continuous
differential
direct
disperse
paints
pigment
print
solution
space
spray
stock
yarn.
Pre-existing conditions may include:
abrading and wear
crimp loss
crocking
dye migration
fading
fume fading
pile reversal
shrinkage.
Appropriate persons may include:
clients
colleagues
managers
persons in control of work sites
supervisors.
Backing materials may include:
cellulose
coir
copra
felt
foam
horse hair
jute
latex
non-colourfast fabrics
rubber.
Cushion filling may include:
feathers
foam rubber
latex rubber
plastic foam
polyfibre.
Piping material may include:
foam
jute
paper
plastic tubing.

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.
Overview of assessment
This unit of competency could be assessed by observing demonstrations of identifying fibre and construction of at least two different types of upholstery.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
A person who demonstrates competency in this unit must be able to provide evidence of the required skills and knowledge specified in this unit.
In particular the person should demonstrate the ability to:
analyse data gathered during visual and tactile inspection
identify type of yarns, fibres, methods, dyes, filling material and backing used in upholstery making
select testing techniques
comply with company and legislative requirements
achieve outcomes in relation to customer work order and company requirements.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment of essential underpinning knowledge may be conducted in an off-site context and must comply with relevant regulatory or Australian standards’ requirements.
Resource implications for assessment include access to:
samples of upholstery materials
suitable equipment and chemicals
suitable work site or venue with upholstered furniture
PPE
assessment instruments, including personal planner and assessment record book.
Method of assessment
Assessment methods must:
satisfy the endorsed Assessment Guidelines of the Property Services Training Package
include direct observation of tasks in real or simulated work conditions, with questioning to confirm the ability to consistently identify and correctly interpret the essential underpinning knowledge required for practical application
reinforce the integration of employability skills with workplace tasks and job roles
confirm that competency is verified and able to be transferred to other circumstances and environments.
Guidance information for assessment
Reasonable adjustments for people with disabilities must be made to assessment processes where required. This could include access to modified equipment and other physical resources, and the provision of appropriate assessment support.
Assessment processes and techniques should as far as is practical take into account the language, literacy and numeracy capacity of the candidate in relation to the competency being assessed.
This unit could be assessed on its own or in combination with other units relevant to the job function.