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

Demonstrates knowledge of

commercial markets for textile production

market research practices and information sources

processes in textile design development

the elements and principles of design

textile production techniques

relevant OHS legislation and codes of practice

OHS practices including hazard identification and control measures

quality practices

workplace practices

recording and reporting practices

Demonstrates skills to

undertake market research and analysis

identify commercial opportunities

apply principles and elements of design

communicate and promote design concepts

produce a textile product sample

test sample

evaluate design and production process and make improvements

document and transfer information

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

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 to be considered

Demonstrates skills and knowledge to

analyse commercial textile markets to identify commercial opportunities

develop a design brief

develop and test designs

communicate with a range of industry experts and personnel

produce and evaluate textile product sample

evaluate design and production processes and make modifications

apply OHS practices in work operations

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 and 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

Legislative/regulatory requirements

Market research may include

Scoping may include

Means of commercial production may include

Costs include

Appropriate personnel may include

Presentation tools include

OHS practices