This unit applies to performing tasks associated with assembling blocked millinery components.

Work may be conducted in small to large scale enterprises and may involve individual and team activities. Work is performed within defined procedures under some supervision.

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 the application of skills associated with planning and organising for safe and effective assembly of components using millinery technology and operations. This unit also requires an ability to interpret and communicate job requirements, check the quality of outcomes and identify and address problems relating to own work.

Prerequisites

ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1 Confirm assembly requirements

1.1 Requirements for the headwear component assembly are confirmed

2 Prepare components for assembly

2.1 Millinery components to be used are obtained

2.2 Components are pinned, tacked or otherwise prepared for assembly

3 Assemble the components

3.1 Components are sewn by hand or machine or glued together to ensure conformance to design requirements

3.2 Assembled components are inspected to ensure workplace quality standards are met

3.3 Non-conformance to standards are identified

3.4 Faults are reported and recorded, where required,

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

Demonstrates knowledge of:

industry and product processes and equipment

a knowledge of materials and their application in millinery manufacture, including their composition and effects of temperature and steam

assembly or attachment methods

inspection and checking procedures

quality standards

safety and environmental aspects related to equipment operation

workplace procedures

reporting procedures

OHS practices, including hazard identification and control measures

recording and reporting practices

Demonstrates skills to:

determine and apply the correct sequence of assembly

select and use a variety of attachment methods

visualise the finished product

identify non-conforming materials or components

apply the quality requirements for each stage of the process

communicate effectively within the workplace

document, assess and transfer information

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

maintain accurate records

sequence operations

meet specifications

clarify and check task-related information

carry our 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 for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

Demonstrates skills and knowledge to:

prepare components and materials for assembly

assemble the components and materials

operate machines and equipment, including heat and steam equipment, which are relevant to the competency and used within the enterprise

recognise non-conforming outcomes

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

Context and specific resources for assessment

Assessment may occur on the job or in an appropriately simulated environment and requires access to work areas, materials and equipment and to information on workplace practices and OHS practices.

Guidance information for 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.

Assemble the components may include

woven straw

straw braid

fabrics

fur

skin

felt

Machines and equipment may include

standard sewing machine

overlocker

hot glue gun

wiring machine

iron

steamer

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

Millinery

This unit contains employability skills.