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Manufacture and fit loose covers

Manufacture and fit loose covers

Unit of competency
National Code
MSFUP3007
State Code
WI673
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
10/12/2013
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
19/06/2014
Field of Education
030115 - Furniture Upholstery And Renovation
Original Release Date
19/06/2014
Nominal Hours
48
Description
This unit of competency covers developing a pattern to meet a loose cover requirement, cutting from that pattern, and making and fitting loose covers to items of upholstered furniture.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Prepare for work
  • 1.1 Specifications concerning design, fabrics, accessories and finish are confirmed with designer/customer/client, as required
  • 1.2 Work health and safety (WHS) requirements, including personal protection needs, are observed throughout the work
  • 1.3 Materials, work method and sequence are determined
  • 1.4 Suitable work area is selected, prepared and cleaned of any contaminants
  • 1.5 Appropriate equipment and tools are selected and checked for safe operation
2 Develop patterns
  • 2.1 3-D templates are developed from the surface of the existing furniture without undue distortion
  • 2.2 Component shapes are marked out and/or cut out using appropriate technique
  • 2.3 Standard 2-D patterns are produced in accordance with specifications and to accepted standards and construction tolerances
  • 2.4 Patterns are reviewed against client specifications and production requirements
  • 2.5 Consultation and clarification with client is undertaken, as required
3 Select and cut fabric
  • 3.1 Fabrics are selected and inspected in accordance with work order and laid out smooth and square
  • 3.2 Nap/pile, direction of pattern, pattern repeat and finished side of the materials are identified
  • 3.3 Fabrics are squared up to the edges or guide markings on the cutting table
  • 3.4 Patterns are laid out using registration points on the pattern and other instructions to match required fabric pattern ensuring maximum use of the fabric
  • 3.5 Fabric is cut and cut components are inspected in accordance with workplace procedures
4 Sew panels
  • 4.1 Sewing machine set-up requirements and adjustments are identified and followed
  • 4.2 Machine sewing maintains required product quality and outputs
  • 4.3 Finished loose covers are checked for required quality and reprocessed in accordance with workplace procedures
5 Fit and finish cover
  • 5.1 Loose cover is applied to the upholstered furniture and checked for fit
  • 5.2 Decorative accessories are applied, as required
  • 5.3 Adjustments are made, as required, to ensure fit meets required quality standards and specifications
6 Complete work
  • 6.1 Workplace documentation is completed in accordance with procedures
  • 6.2 Waste and scrap are collected and disposed of/recycled in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 6.3 Tools and equipment used are cleaned, inspected for serviceability and stored in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 6.4 Equipment is maintained and work area is cleaned in accordance with workplace procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
W8817 LMFUP3007B Manufacture and fit loose covers Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OEM34 MSFUP3021 Manufacture and fit loose covers Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
J735 MSF30713 Certificate III in Upholstery Qualification