The unit applies to the manipulation of a range of textiles used in the production of garments and accessories. Evidence of competency in this skill requires a minimum of three types of manipulation.

Work may be conducted in small to large scale enterprises and may involve individual and team-related activities.

The application of this unit is according to OHS practices of the enterprise and workplace practices, which may include:

requirements prescribed by legislation, awards agreements and conditions of employment

standard operating procedures

work instructions

oral, written and visual communication

quality practices, including responsibility for maintenance of own work quality and contribution to quality improvement of team or section output

housekeeping

tasks related to environmental protection, waste disposal, pollution control, and recycling

This unit requires skills in initiative and enterprise to create new fabric finishes and effects. Planning and organising and problem solving skills are used to create the effects and self management and learning skills are used to review and modify processes.

Prerequisites

LMTCL2003B

LMTCL3001B

ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1 Identify manipulation techniques

1.1 Types offabric manipulation are identified.

1.2 Effects of manipulation on different textiles are described.

1.3 Processes used to achieve different manipulations are described.

2 Describe uses of manipulation in design process

2.1 Uses of manipulation to inform and inspire design are described.

2.2 Role of manipulation as a production tool is described.

2.3 Effect of manipulation on the design is described.

3 Manipulate textiles to produce work sample

3.1 Manipulation techniques are applied to a variety of textiles.

3.2 Process is analysed to assess outcome.

3.3 Manipulation is modified as required.

3.4 Work sample of manipulated textile is produced.

3.5 OHS practices and procedures are implemented in manipulation of fabrics.

3.6 Techniques used to manipulate textiles and their effects are documented for future reference.

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

Demonstrates knowledge of:

uses and performance characteristics of fibres and fabrics

information resources on fibres and fabrics

OHS practices, including hazard identification and control measures

quality practices

workplace practices

recording and reporting practices

Demonstrates skills to:

analyse performance characteristics

use tools and equipment associated with manipulating fabrics

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 task-related 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

Demonstrates skills and knowledge to:

identify textile fibres and fabrics

determine effects of manipulating textiles

apply techniques to achieve manipulation effects

apply OHS practices in work operations

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.

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.

Types of fabric manipulation may include:

crushing

heat application

tucking

pleating

shrinking

dyeing

Textiles may include:

knitted fabrics, including weft knits and warp knits

woven fabrics, including plain, twill, satin, dobby and jacquard

non-woven fabrics such as felts, nets, braids and bonded

raw materials

yarns

man-made materials

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

Sector

Fashion Design and Technology

This unit contains employability skills.