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Elements and Performance Criteria

  1. Research fashion to determine design
  2. Research production information
  3. Develop design concept
  4. Present the design

Required Skills

This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level required for this unit

Demonstrates knowledge of

elements and principles of design and how they are used to create good design in the bra or swimwear industry

industry global and local trends

garment construction

cutting moulding and machine operations

fabrics and textiles

research sources

colour or colour mix and interpretation

fabrics fibres trims components accessories and their properties and characteristics

OHS practices including hazard identification and control measures

quality practices

workplace practices

recording and reporting practices

Demonstrates skills to

produce sketches and drawings manually or using CAD systems

communicate effectively with individuals work groups and management

interpret and carry out established procedures

document and transfer information

work within strict timeframes

pay attention to detail

read interpret and follow information on work specifications standard operating procedures and work instructions and other reference material

maintain accurate records

communicate within the workplace

sequence operations

meet specifications

clarify and check taskrelated information

carry out work according to OHS practices

Evidence Required

The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria Required Skills and Knowledge the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package

Critical aspects of evidence

Demonstrates skills and knowledge to

research fashion trends for bras or swimwear

research product information

assess technical requirements

develop design concept

develop designs for oneway and twoway stretch fabrics

communicate effectively with design team management production clients etc

present design concept

maintain accurate records

Consistency in performance

Consistently applies skills and knowledge when

organising work

completing tasks

identifying improvements

using workplace practices

using OHS practices

recording and reporting accidents and incidents

assessing operational readiness of equipment used and work processes

recognising and adapting to cultural differences in the workplace including modes of behaviour and interactions

completing work systematically with attention to detail without damage to goods and equipment

Resource implications

Access is required to real or appropriately simulated situations including work areas materials and equipment and to information on workplace practices and OHS practices

Context for assessment

Assessment may occur on the job or in an appropriately simulated environment

Interdependent assessment

This unit may be assessed independently or in combination with other relevant units


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. Add any essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment depending on the work situation, needs if the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts.

Legislative/regulatory requirements

All work must comply with relevant Federal and State or Territory legislative or regulatory requirements.

Current practices may include:

styling features relating to health effects of bra and swimwear construction

appropriate bra and swimwear structure for special client groups, including bras and swimwear for maternity, mastectomy, junior and costume wear

sports and fuller figure bras and swimwear and the need for extra support

use of specialist materials and trims

Fashion trends may include:

colour

fabrics

styles

trims

components

Fabrics must include:

one-way stretch

two-way stretch

no-stretch

Components may include:

straps

hooks

elastic

fasteners

ribbon

underwire

foam padding

oil filled straps

rings

fine lace and delicate fabrics

Specifications may include:

budget

type of garment

style requirements

fit model specifications

size range

timeline

design restrictions or conditions

Audience may include:

management

client

patternmaker

sample machinist

fitting and grading specialist

OHS practices

OHS practices must include hazard identification and control, risk assessment and implementation of risk reduction measures specific to the tasks described by this unit and may include:

manual handling techniques

standard operating procedures

personal protective equipment

safe materials handling

taking of rest breaks

ergonomic arrangement of workplaces

following marked walkways

safe storage of equipment

housekeeping

reporting accidents and incidents

other OHS practices relevant to the job and enterprise