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Construct unlined curtains

Construct unlined curtains

Unit of competency
National Code
MSFBAA316
State Code
OFJ90
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Pending
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
13/03/2026
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
Field of Education
030199 - Manufacturing Engineering And Technology, N.e.c.
Original Release Date
Nominal Hours
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to construct and machine sew unlined curtains. The unit involves planning job requirements, identifying required products and components to be assembled and their measurements, and applying workplace procedures to ensure safe and correct assembly.The unit applies to individuals working under limited supervision to construct unlined curtains with a range of heading types.All work must be carried out to comply with workplace procedures, according to state/territory health and safety regulations, legislation and standards that apply to the workplace.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare to construct unlined curtains
  • 1.1 Identify and confirm job requirements, including style of unlined curtain to be assembled, from work order and supplier instructions
  • 1.2 Identify and follow workplace health and safety and personal protection requirements of assembly
  • 1.3 Select and calibrate tools and equipment, and check their safe and effective operation according to manufacturer specifications
  • 1.4 Calculate meterage, including allowances for hem, heading, fullness and pattern repeat as needed, based on style of curtain
  • 1.5 Select and source materials and fabric from stock, and check type, colour and quality against job requirements and technical specifications
  • 1.6 Plan logical, safe and efficient work sequence that reflects work order and quality requirements, and economically uses materials
2. Prepare fabric
  • 2.1 Inspect fabric for faults in line with work instructions and manufacturer specifications
  • 2.2 Measure and mark out fabric for curtain, allowing for characteristics that may affect construction, in line with work instructions and manufacturer specifications
  • 2.3 Cut fabric to correct size in line with manufacturer specifications and tolerances
3. Machine sew materials to construct unlined curtain
  • 3.1 Check and confirm machine set-up for sewing, adjusting as needed throughout the sewing process
  • 3.2 Complete side and bottom hems using any required weights, stitch type and appropriate sewing method
  • 3.3 Measure for header and attach curtain heading tape where required
  • 3.4 Sew in heading, keeping spacing uniform within drops and to specification
  • 3.5 Attach mandated care labels and any other manufacturer specified labels
4. Finish work
  • 4.1 Check that constructed curtain complies with quality and work order requirements, and rectify identified deficiencies within scope of own role, or report to designated personnel
  • 4.2 Clean, press, fold and pack curtain according to job requirements
  • 4.3 Check, clean and store tools and equipment, and tag and report faulty items according to workplace procedures
  • 4.4 Identify and store surplus unused materials for re-use and/or recycling according to workplace procedures
  • 4.5 Clean work area and surfaces, and dispose of waste safely and sustainably according to workplace procedures
  • 4.6 Legibly complete and process required workplace documentation according to workplace requirements
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
OEJ93 MSFSF2017 Construct unlined curtains and drapes Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
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