View Unit : How to form-finish and inspect garments using steam and/or air

Unit

Unit Reference Number

T/600/8870

Qualification Framework

QCF

Title

How to form-finish and inspect garments using steam and/or air

Unit Level

Level 2

Unit Sub Level

None

Guided Learning Hours

Unit Credit Value

Date of Withdrawal

SSAs

4.2 Manufacturing Technologies

Unit Grading Structure

Pass

Assessment Guidance

This unit is subject to the requirements set out in the Assessment Strategy for the sector in which it is being assessed.

The assumed pre-requisite is that the learner undertaking this unit will be an experienced operator in a laundry or dry cleaning environment.

Knowledge will also be required of the following regulations, rules and guidelines:

a. The organisation’s rules, codes, guidelines and standards

b. Equipment operating procedures

c. Machine and equipment capabilities

d. Manufacturer’s instructions

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Learning Outcomes and Assessment Criteria

Learning Outcome - The learner will:		Assessment Criterion - The learner can:
1	Know how to make machinery and equipment ready for use	1.1	Describe the hazards associated with steam and air finishing
1	Know how to make machinery and equipment ready for use	1.2	Describe how to make machinery and equipment safe and ready for use
2	Know how to select the work required	2.1	Explain the procedure for checking that garments are suitable for steam/air processing
		2.2	Explain how to plan the work to make the best use of resources and the importance of identifying any potential problems
		2.3	Describe the use of care labels and distinguish between fibres and fabrics
3	Know how to correctly and safely process garments in steam and air finishers	3.1	Describe how to operate and control the equipment
		3.2	Describe how to clamp garments on the former
		3.3	Explain how to get the correct steam/air/humidification settings for automated finishing equipment
		3.4	Describe relevant responsibilities under the: • Health and Safety at Work Act • Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) • Other relevant legislation
4	Know how to identify any problems which may arise	4.1	Describe how faults in the process affect the condition of garments and how to identify the faults
4	Know how to identify any problems which may arise	4.2	Explain the procedures to be followed to report and rectify any problems/faults which may arise
5	Know how to check that work has been carried out as planned	5.1	Describe the procedure for identifying and redirecting any garment with an unsatisfactory finish
5	Know how to check that work has been carried out as planned	5.2	Describe how to unload and inspect garments for satisfactory finishing
6	Know how to keep accurate records, complete forms and other documentation	6.1	Describe what types of records are kept and the importance of completing them accurately
6		6.2	Explain what forms and documentation are commonly used and how to complete them
7	Know how to communicate effectively with colleagues and customers	7.1	Describe the forms of communication e.g. written, oral, electronic etc. and give examples of the various forms of communication

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