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Lay out patterns and cut leather

Lay out patterns and cut leather

Unit of competency
National Code
MSFUP3018
State Code
OEK49
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
08/12/2022
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
19/04/2023
Field of Education
030199 - Manufacturing Engineering And Technology, N.e.c.
Original Release Date
19/04/2023
Nominal Hours
24
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to select leather hides, lay out patterns, and cut leather by hand to the required pattern.Upholstery and other textile workers with this competency work in accordance with established procedures, using discretion, judgement and problem-solving to identify and resolve potential issues. They recognise dependencies and use cooperative approaches to optimise workflow and productivity.No licensing or certification requirements exist at the time of publication. Relevant legislation, industry standards and codes of practice within Australia must be applied.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for task
  • 1.1 Determine task requirements from work documentation, including required colour and quality of materials, number of items to be cut, and tools and equipment required
  • 1.2 Identify and follow work health and safety requirements
  • 1.3 Select and prepare suitable work area and clear it of contaminants
  • 1.4 Identify where pattern pieces fit in finished furnishing component and identify areas subject to high wear
  • 1.5 Select scissors or blades to cut leather and check they have appropriate sharpness
  • 1.6 Check that tools and equipment are in functional and safe condition
  • 1.7 Select hide, spread out and inspect to identify flaws and durable and less durable parts
  • 1.8 Identify direction of natural markings and finished side of leather to inform pattern lay-out
2. Lay out pattern
  • 2.1 Lay out patterns in accordance with workplace procedures and instructions, using low-wear parts of hide on the less heavily used furniture components, and maximising use of hide for the design
  • 2.2 Mark any registration points on pattern and follow other instructions to match pattern
  • 2.3 Measure hide and make appropriate adjustments
3. Cut leather
  • 3.1 Complete cutting operations in accordance with work instructions and procedures
  • 3.2 Inspect cut work, identify any faults and take appropriate remedial action in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 3.3 Regularly check performance of cutting equipment, including evidence from cut pieces, for signs of faulty operation
  • 3.4 Wrap cut-out components using appropriate protective covers and attach care label information
4. Complete task
  • 4.1 Fold, protect and dispatch cut components to next process following workplace procedures
  • 4.2 Check, clean and store equipment and any unused materials in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 4.3 Tag unserviceable equipment, identify faults and inform appropriate personnel in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 4.4 Clean work area, safely dispose of waste and identify items for recycling in accordance with workplace procedures and environmental standards
  • 4.5 Complete required workplace records
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WI670 MSFUP3004 Lay out patterns and cut leather Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BIK1 MSF30722 Certificate III in Upholstery Qualification