Unit of competency Outline
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Cut leather by hand
Cut leather by hand
Unit of competency
National Code
LMTLG3002A
LMTLG3002A
State Code
W7387
W7387
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
22/06/2011
Field of Education
030107 - Garment Making
Original Release Date
22/06/2011
Nominal Hours
70
Description
This unit covers the skills and knowledge to cut leather by hand.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Set up workstation
- 1.1 Workstation is set up according to specifications.
- 1.2 Cutting equipment and patterns are selected and prepared according to specified work and sizes, and manufacturer instructions.
- 1.3 Materials are collected, sorted and laid out in preparation for cutting.
- 1.4 Cutting board is routinely cleaned and maintained.
- 1.5 Records are maintained.
2 Assess leather
- 2.1 The leather is assessed for scars, marks and faults that impact on cutting.
- 2.2 Leather is assessed and sorted to comply with requirements of different jobs and pattern pieces.
3 Cut leather by hand
- 3.1 Problems or faults with patterns, knives and cutting boards are identified and referred for repair.
- 3.2 Cutting knives and patterns are used to minimise waste.
- 3.3 Scars, marks and fault areas of high-quality leather are identified and patterns are positioned accordingly.
- 3.4 Patterns are positioned to allow for identified flaws, nap of suede or other grain or print characteristics of leather.
- 3.5 Cutting techniques are used to match pattern shape, size and leather quality.
- 3.6 Pieces are cut precisely to size and are colour coded and size and colour matched.
- 3.7 Work is carried out according to OHS practices.
4 Check finished product
- 4.1 Finished products are checked against job specifications and workplace standards.
- 4.2 Fault or irregularities are addressed.
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.
Leather may include
buffalo
cow
calf
kid
kangaroo
deer
fish
reptile
emu
OHS practices
OHS practices include hazard identification and control, risk assessment and implementation of risk reduction measures specific to the tasks described by this unit, and may relate to:
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
environmental practices
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.
Leather may include
buffalo
cow
calf
kid
kangaroo
deer
fish
reptile
emu
OHS practices
OHS practices include hazard identification and control, risk assessment and implementation of risk reduction measures specific to the tasks described by this unit, and may relate to:
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
environmental practices
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:
plan and coordinate complicated cutting operations
check work against work specifications and enterprise standards
prepare equipment and work before commencing operations
apply techniques in over the full range of cutting operations
check work against specifications
apply OHS practices in work operations
maintain accurate records
Consistently applies skills and knowledge when:
organising work
completing tasks according to instructions
working systematically with attention to detail according to instructions
identifying improvements and avoiding damage
using workplace practices
using OHS practices
recording and reporting accidents and incidents
assessing operational readiness of equipment
recognising and adapting to cultural differences in the workplace, including modes of behaviour and interactions
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.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Demonstrates skills and knowledge to:
plan and coordinate complicated cutting operations
check work against work specifications and enterprise standards
prepare equipment and work before commencing operations
apply techniques in over the full range of cutting operations
check work against specifications
apply OHS practices in work operations
maintain accurate records
Consistently applies skills and knowledge when:
organising work
completing tasks according to instructions
working systematically with attention to detail according to instructions
identifying improvements and avoiding damage
using workplace practices
using OHS practices
recording and reporting accidents and incidents
assessing operational readiness of equipment
recognising and adapting to cultural differences in the workplace, including modes of behaviour and interactions
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| AXP73 | LMTPRGN17A | Cut leather by hand | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BAV32 | MSTLG3002 | Cut leather by hand | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| W375 | LMT30907 | Certificate III in Leather Production | Qualification |