Elements and Performance Criteria

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. 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.
Unit scope
This unit covers work involving developing a cutting plan and cutting multiple layer upholstery fabrics by hand or automatic method
A cutting plan is developed to ensure fabric is laid correctly to indicate run for each panel, the dimensions for each component part and to minimise fabric waste
Unit context
Workplace health and safety requirements may include OHS legislation, material safety management systems, hazardous and dangerous goods codes and safe operating procedures
Work requires individuals to demonstrate discretion, judgement and problem solving skills in the development of cutting plans and the cutting of material. This may be demonstrated either individually or in a team environment
Work is carried out in accordance with statutory requirements, relevant health regulations, environmental legislation, manual handling procedures and organisation insurance requirements
Tools and equipment may include, but are not limited to:
cutting table
tape measures
scissors
cutting blades
round knife cutter
straight knife
automatic cutting machines and cloth cutting machine
Materials to be cut may include but are not limited to:
velvet
vinyl and plain and patterned fabric
Personal protective equipment
Personal protective equipment is to include that prescribed under legislation, regulations and enterprise practices and procedures. It may include:
safety glasses/goggles
hair nets
ear muffs/plugs
gloves
footwear and protective clothing
Information and procedures
Workplace procedures relating to the setting and operation of machinery
Workplace procedures relating to the development of cutting plans
Work instructions, including job sheets, patterns, drawings and designs
Workplace procedures relating to reporting and communication

EVIDENCE GUIDE
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 of evidence
Interpret work order and locate and apply relevant information
Identify materials used and any special cutting requirements for those materials
Follow work instructions, operating procedures and inspection practices to:
minimise the risk of injury to self and others
prevent damage to goods, equipment and products
maintain required production output and product quality
As a minimum, measure, develop cutting plan, lay out and cut out at least five layers of fabric for an item of upholstered furniture
Work effectively with others
Modify activities to cater for variations in workplace contexts and environment

Resource implications
Appropriate scissors and tools, fabrics, work order, workplace information including work procedures and/or equipment instructions.

Method of assessment
Assessment methods must confirm consistency of performance over time and in a range of workplace relevant contexts.
Assessment should be by direct observation of tasks and questioning on underpinning knowledge.
Assessment should be conducted over time and may be in conjunction with assessment of other units of competency which form a part of the job role.

Context of assessment
Assessment may occur on the job or in a workplace simulated facility with relevant process equipment, materials, work instructions and deadlines.