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Source materials and resources for production of fashion designs

Source materials and resources for production of fashion designs

Unit of competency
National Code
MSTFD4017
State Code
BAW77
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
04/07/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
01/12/2016
Field of Education
100505 - Fashion Design
Original Release Date
01/12/2016
Nominal Hours
30
Description
This unit of competency cover the skills and knowledge required to source materials and resources to produce garments and accessories. It applies to locating and comparing required products and services from local and overseas suppliers/contractors.Work may be conducted in small to large scale enterprises and may involve individual and team activities.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Determine job requirements
  • 1.1 Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs)
  • 1.2 Comply with work health and safety (WHS) requirements at all times
  • 1.3 Use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) in accordance with SOPs
  • 1.4 Determine job requirements from specifications, job sheets or work instructions
2 Prepare to source materials
  • 2.1 Identify and research all materials and resources required for production
  • 2.2 Use computer and web-based technologies to locate and communicate with fashion industry suppliers/contractors in Australia and overseas
  • 2.3 Identify materials and services available from different suppliers
  • 2.4 Compare costs and identify minimum order requirements
  • 2.5 Identify the role of shipping and customs agents, shipping costs and mechanisms for purchasing overseas and minimising costs
3 Research purchasing costs
  • 3.1 Identify and compare cost options of different suppliers/contractors
  • 3.2 Identify all costs, including hidden costs, for purchasing materials and resources from selected suppliers/contractors
  • 3.3 Identify costs of purchasing direct from overseas suppliers, contractors or manufacturers, and compare with purchasing from local suppliers
  • 3.4 Identify and apply appropriate communication practices and identify potential communication barriers
4 Finalise and review purchasing
  • 4.1 Compare sources against required specifications and select suppliers/contractors based on their ability to meet required specifications
  • 4.2 Place and monitor progress of orders, and check orders when they are received
  • 4.3 Prepare documentation and establish protocols for handling goods received
  • 4.4 Apply quality standards for goods and services used in fashion industry
  • 4.5 Complete documentation and identify opportunities to improve processes
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
W7236 LMTFD4017B Source materials and resources for production of fashion designs Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OBA27 MSTFD4022 Source materials and resources for production of TCF designs Unit of competency