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Machine sew basic upholstery final cover materials

Machine sew basic upholstery final cover materials

Unit of competency
National Code
MSFUP2010
State Code
OEL01
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
40
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to sew upholstery final cover materials using simple sewing machines (flat bed, walking foot or overlocker) and techniques to join two or more pieces of upholstery fabric or vinyl and canvas together. Workers with this competency complete routine tasks in the upholstery sector.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
  • 1.2 Identify and follow work health and safety requirements
  • 1.3 Determine machines, materials, work method and sequence to meet task requirements
  • 1.4 Identify equipment, supplementary equipment, components and controls and check they are safe and functional
  • 1.5 Identify materials to be used, check they meet task requirements, including those for quality, and report problems in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 1.6 Lay out work pieces in sequence in accordance with task requirements and workplace procedures
2. Control sewing operation
  • 2.1 Set up sewing machine, including attachments, and adjust for task requirements
  • 2.2 Operate machine to maintain required product quality and quantity according to task and workplace requirements
  • 2.3 Check that finished products meet task quality requirements and perform required repairs
  • 2.4 Direct completed work to next operation in accordance with workplace procedures
3. Complete task
  • 3.1 Check, clean and store equipment and any unused materials in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 3.2 Tag unserviceable equipment, identify faults and inform appropriate personnel in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 3.3 Clean work area, safely dispose of waste and identify items for recycling in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 3.4 Complete required work records in accordance with workplace procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WI664 MSFUP2004 Machine sew basic upholstery final cover materials Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BIJ6 MSF20122 Certificate II in Furnishing Qualification
BIK1 MSF30722 Certificate III in Upholstery Qualification