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Undertake specific millinery construction techniques

Undertake specific millinery construction techniques

Unit of competency
National Code
LMTML4001A
State Code
W7424
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
11/11/2010
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
15/10/2014
Field of Education
030107 - Garment Making
Original Release Date
15/10/2014
Nominal Hours
120
Description
This unit covers the skills and knowledge required for specific millinery construction using wire, blocks, less common materials and shapes and a range of joining techniques to develop fashion hats and headwear.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Use advanced wire shaping techniques
  • 1.1 Wire is effectively manipulated to create foundations for closed headwear, tiaras and abstract shapes as required
  • 1.2 Wire is joined, covered and shaped to meet complex design requirements as required
  • 1.3 Headwear is produced as required
2 Use uncommon materials
  • 2.1 Uncommon materials are shaped and assembled to make headwear, trims and components according to design requirements
  • 2.2 Alternative materials are sourced and prepared as required
3 Use multiple blocking techniques
  • 3.1 Multiple blocks are used in single headwear designs as required
  • 3.2 Blocks are built upon to create specified shape
  • 3.3 Blocks are adapted to create desired effect as required
  • 3.4 Headwear is blocked and shaped by hand to create desired effect as required
4 Assemble blocked headwear components
  • 4.1 Converse and concave shaped components are assembled as required
  • 4.2 Headwear pieces are assembled as required
  • 4.3 Advanced fabric covering techniques are used in headwear as required
  • 4.4 Suitable equipment is used safely to assemble components
5 Modify headwear
  • 5.1 Modifications to headwear following fitting are identified and techniques selected
  • 5.2 Headwear is modified as required
  • 5.3 Modification is assessed for client satisfaction
6 Check headwear for conformance to safety and quality standards
  • 6.1 Headwear components are inspected for quality and conformance to specifications
  • 6.2 Faults are identified and appropriate action taken to ensure quality standards are met, where required
  • 6.3 Recording and reporting is undertaken
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 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:
use a wide range of materials and advanced construction techniques to meet requirements for complex millinery designs
identify the characteristics and potential use of a wide range of common and uncommon materials
use wire to create foundations for a wide range of complex designs
use a combination of blockings in a single millinery design
adjust and manipulate blocks to achieve abstract designs.
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
AYP88 LMTPRHM09A Undertake specific millinery construction techniques Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
BAV02 MSTML4001 Undertake specific millinery construction techniques Unit of competency