SITHACS004
Launder linen and guest clothes
This unit is an accredited training resource consistent with the Nationally Recognised Training requirements for Vocational Education and Training (VET) and is ideal for Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) in Australia. It consists of Learning Resource Material (instructional theory), an Assessment Workbook, and information about assessment mapping to the Performance Criteria, Knowledge Evidence, and Performance Evidence requirements of this accredited unit.
Our SITHACS004 training product is available for purchase as a hardcopy (printed) book in both Learner Guide and Trainer/Assessor Guide variants. This unit is available for enrolment and online training/assessment via Catapult LMS (Learning Management System). NOTE: If you are a training provider, please do your own validation, in accordance with your Training and Assessment Strategy (TAS).
$15.00 inc GST
Unit information about the SITHACS004 training material in this resource
SITHACS004 information from training.gov.au.
Application
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to launder linen and guest clothes. It requires the ability to operate laundry equipment safely, complete the laundering process for a variety of items and use resources efficiently to reduce negative environmental impacts.
The unit applies to laundry attendants in organisations with an on-premises laundry. It may also apply to personal assistants, butlers and valet attendants whose job role involves personal laundry services. They work under supervision.
Unit mapping information
SITHACS203 Launder linen and guest clothes
Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements
No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Foundation skills
Foundation skills essential to performance are explicit in the performance criteria of this unit of competency.
Unit sector or competency field
Hospitality—Accommodation Services
Prerequisite, co-requisite or interdependent assessment of units
Not applicable
Assessment conditions
Skills must be demonstrated in an operational commercial accommodation laundry. This can be:
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an industry workplace
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a simulated industry environment
Assessment must ensure access to:
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laundering equipment:
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dryers
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hangers
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heat sealing equipment and roll plastic
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irons
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sorting baskets and shelves
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steam presses
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washers
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cleaning agents and chemicals:
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deodorisers
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disinfectants
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laundry detergent
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sanitisers
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spot cleaning agents
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personal protective clothing and equipment:
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aprons
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gloves
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headwear
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waterproof clothing and footwear
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linen and clothing with different types and amounts of soilage
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organisational specifications for laundry operations:
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equipment manufacturer instructions
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product manufacturer instructions
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safety and environmental procedures
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Assessors must satisfy the Standards for Registered Training Organisations’ requirements for assessors; and:
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have worked in industry for at least three years where they have applied the skills and knowledge of this unit of competency