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.

Sewing tape
Different widths, stretch tape, back taping

Bag variables
Multi-wall, bags, sacks, waxed, plastic films

Types of thread
Cotton, oiled cotton, hemp

Degree of autonomy
Working under limited supervision

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.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency

Evidence of the following is essential:

Set and efficiently operate a machine for sewn fastening according to job specifications and within the production timeframe
Demonstrate all safety devices on the machine
Set up and run a machine to produce THREE different sewn products
Evidence for assessment may be gathered from assessment of the unit of competency alone or through an integrated assessment activity

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment must ensure:

Assessment may take place on the job, off the job or a combination of both of theses. Off the job assessment must be undertaken in a closely simulated workplace environment
A machine for sewn fastening

Method of assessment

A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:

direct questioning combined with review of portfolios of evidence and third party workplace reports of on-the-job performance by the candidate
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended.