Cut and sew canvas and acrylics

Unit of competency Outline

Date retreived
23/07/2026 6:09 PM AWST

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Unit of competency

National Code
MSFUP3027

State Code
OEK05

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

030115 - Furniture Upholstery And Renovation

Original Release Date

19/04/2023

Nominal Hours

Description

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to measure, cut and sew canvas and acrylic materials and apply fixtures and fittings for varied applications including automotive and marine applications. Upholstery and automotive and marine fit-out workers with this competency follow 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 material, number and nature of items to be cut and equipment to be used
1.2 Identify and follow work health and safety requirements
1.3 Determine required machines, attachments, tools, materials, work method and sequence to achieve task requirements
1.4 Select and prepare suitable work area and clear it of contaminants
1.5 Check that equipment, including components, controls and any supplementary equipment, is functional and safe
1.6 Check that scissors and other cutting equipment are appropriately sharp, functional and safe
1.7 Check that materials to be cut and sewn meet requirements and report problems in accordance with workplace procedures

2. Develop cutting plan

2.1 Identify cutting requirements from work documentation
2.2 Confirm measurements for item, noting locations of high wear, chafing, fittings, attachments and fixing devices
2.3 Develop cutting list using appropriate format, abbreviations and terminology in accordance with workplace procedures
2.4 Finalise cutting plan in accordance with workplace procedures

3. Prepare materials for cutting

3.1 Select and lay out material and inspect for flaws in accordance with task requirements
3.2 Identify finished side of materials and position on cutting table for marking or pattern lay-out
3.3 Mark out material or lay out patterns in accordance with workplace procedures and task requirements

4. Cut material

4.1 Confirm measurements and make required adjustments to positioning of fabric
4.2 Check tools and equipment for correct operation
4.3 Complete required cutting operations in accordance with task requirements
4.4 Inspect cut material for quality and reprocess unsatisfactory items in accordance with workplace instructions
4.5 Label and dispatch cut materials to next process in accordance with workplace procedures

5. Conduct sewing operation

5.1 Check that items to be sewn meet size, quality and other task requirements
5.2 Set up sewing machine, including attachments and make required adjustments in accordance with workplace procedures
5.3 Operate machine in accordance with manufacturer instructions and workplace procedures to maintain required product quality and output
5.4 Attach reinforcing or protective measures, fittings or attachments and fixing devices in accordance with workplace procedures
5.5 Inspect finished items for quality, and reprocess unacceptable items in accordance with workplace procedures

6. Complete task

6.1 Check, clean and store equipment and any unused materials in accordance with workplace procedures
6.2 Tag unserviceable equipment, identify faults and inform appropriate personnel in accordance with workplace procedures
6.3 Clean work area, safely dispose of waste and identify items for recycling in accordance with workplace procedures and environmental standards
6.4 Complete required workplace records

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Replaces

State Code	National Code	Title	Type
WI679	MSFUP3013	Cut and sew canvas and acrylics	Unit of competency

State Code	National Code	Title	Type
BIK1	MSF30722	Certificate III in Upholstery	Qualification