QUALIFICATIONS PACK - OCCUPATIONAL STANDARDS FOR TEXTILE SECTOR

Contents
1. Introduction and Contacts..….……….……….P.1
What are? 2. Qualifications Pack……….……………….........P.2
Occupational
3. Glossary of Key Terms…….……..……….…….P.3
Standards (OS)?
4. NOS Units………………………………………………P.5
 OS describe what 5. Assessment Criteria…………………….…………P.37
individuals need
to do, know and
understand in
order to carry out Introduction
a particular job
role or function Qualifications Pack – Fabric Checker

 OS are SECTOR: TEXTILE

performance
standards that SUB-SECTOR: WEAVING
individuals must SECTOR: INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY- INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY ENABLED SERVICES (IT-
achieve when OCCUPATION: POST-WEAVING
ITES)ces Helpdesk Attendant
carrying out
functions in the REFERENCE ID: TSC/Q 2301
workplace,
ALIGNED TO: NCO-2004 / 8262.90
together with
specifications of Brief Job Description: A Fabric Checker is a job-role in a Weaving department.
the underpinning The responsibility of a fabric checker is to inspect the fabric produced for all
knowledge and types of defects due to yarn or weaving so as to get quality output with
understanding minimum defects giving due importance to safety and environment aspects.

Personal Attributes: A Fabric Checker should have good eyesight, eye-hand

coordination, motor skills and vision (including near vision, distance vision, color
vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to change focus).
Contact Us:
Textile SSC
E-mail: ì[email protected]
 Qualifications Pack For Fabric Checker

Qualifications Pack Code TSC/Q2301

Job Role Fabric Checker
Credits (NSQF) TBD Version number 1.0
Job Details

Sector Textile Drafted on 15/12/14

Last reviewed
Sub-sector Weaving 21/01/15
on
Next review
Occupation Post - Weaving 01/03/16
date
NSQC Clearance On 05/08/2015

Job Role Fabric Checker

To check the fabrics produced , efficiently so as to get quality

Role Description output with minimum defects, giving due importance to safety
& environmental aspects
NSQF level 4
Minimum Educational
Qualifications Preferably Class 10th
Maximum Educational NA
Qualifications
Training
Preferably training in weaving department.
(Suggested but not mandatory)
Minimum Entry Age 18 years
Experience
Not Applicable

Compulsory:
1. TSC/ N2301 Taking charge of shift and handing over shift
to Fabric Checker
2. TSC/ N2302 Check the fabrics produced
3. TSC/ N9001 Maintain work area, tools and machines
4. TSC/ N9002Working in a team
National Occupational
5. TSC/ N9003Maintain health, safety and security at
Standards (NOS)
workplace
6. TSC/ N9004 Comply with industry and organizational
requirement.

Optional:
N/A

Performance Criteria As described in the relevant OS units

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Table 1: Glossary of Key Terms

Keywords /Terms Description

Sector Sector is a conglomeration of different business operations having similar

Definitions

businesses and interests. It may also be defined as a distinct subset of the

economy whose components share similar characteristics and interests.
Sub-sector Sub-sector is derived from a further breakdown based on the
characteristics and interests of its components.
Vertical Vertical may exist within a sub-sector representing different domain
areas or the client industries served by the industry.
Occupation Occupation is a set of job roles, which perform similar/related set of
functions in an industry.
Function Function is an activity necessary for achieving the key purpose of the
sector, occupation, or area of work, which can be carried out by a person
or a group of persons. Functions are identified through functional analysis
and form the basis of OS.
Sub-functions Sub-functions are sub-activities essential to fulfill the achieving the
objectives of the function.
Job role Job role defines a unique set of functions that together form a unique
employment opportunity in an organization.
Occupational OS specify the standards of performance an individual must achieve when
Standards (OS) carrying out a function in the workplace, together with the knowledge and
understanding they need to meet that standard consistently.
Occupational Standards are applicable both in the Indian and global
contexts.
Performance
Performance Criteria are statements that together specify the standard of
Criteria
performance required when carrying out a task.

National
NOS are Occupational Standards which apply uniquely in the Indian
Occupational
context.
Standards (NOS)
Qualifications Pack Qualifications Pack Code is a unique reference code that identifies a
Code qualifications pack.
Qualifications Qualifications Pack comprises the set of OS, together with the
Pack(QP) educational, training and other criteria required to perform a job role. A
Qualifications Pack is assigned a unique qualification pack code.
Unit Code Unit Code is a unique identifier for an OS unit, which can be denoted with
either an ‘O’ or an ‘N’.
Unit Title Unit Title gives a clear overall statement about what the incumbent
should be able to do.

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Description Description gives a short summary of the unit content. This would be
helpful to anyone searching on a database to verify that this is the
appropriate OS they are looking for.
Scope Scope is the set of statements specifying the range of variables that an
individual may have to deal with in carrying out the function which have a
critical impact on the quality of performance required.
Knowledge and Knowledge and Understanding are statements which together specify the
Understanding technical, generic, professional and organizational specific knowledge that
an individual needs in order to perform to the required standard.
Organizational Organizational Context includes the way the organization is structured
Context and how it operates, including the extent of operative knowledge
managers have of their relevant areas of responsibility.
Technical
Technical Knowledge is the specific knowledge needed to accomplish
Knowledge
specific designated responsibilities.

Core Skills/Generic Core Skills or Generic Skills are a group of skills that are key to learning
Skills and working in today's world. These skills are typically needed in any work
environment. In the context of the OS, these include communication
related skills that are applicable to most job roles.
Keywords /Terms Description
SSC Sector Skill Council
Acronyms

OS Occupational Standard(s)
NOS National Occupational Standard(s)
QP Qualifications Pack
NSQF National Skill Qualifications Framework
NCO National Classifications of Occupation
TBD To Be Determined
TSC Textile Sector Skill Council
NSDC National Skill Development Corporation

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TSC/ N2301 Taking charge of shift and handing over shift to Fabric Checker

National Occupational
Standard

Overview

This unit is about taking charge of shift from previous shift fabric checker and relieving the
responsibilities to the next shift fabric checker
 TSC/ N 2301 Taking charge of shift and handing over shift to Fabric Checker

Unit Code TSC/ N2301

Unit Title
Taking charge of shift and handing over shift to Fabric Checker
National Occupational Standard

(Task)
Description This unit is about taking charge of shift from previous shift Fabric checker and relieving
the responsibilities to the next shift checker
Scope This unit/task covers the following:
 Taking charge of shift from Fabric Checker
 Handing over shift to Fabric Checker
Elements Performance Criteria
Taking charge of shift To be competent, you must be able to:
from fabric checker PC1. come at least 10 - 15 minutes earlier to the work spot
PC2. check for the necessary items like ‘ Cutter’, ‘ Needle’, ‘Trimmer’, ‘Counting
Glass’, ‘Measuring Tape’, ‘ Cup Of water’ and ‘Brush’ etc.
PC3. meet the previous shift operator and discuss with him/ her regarding the
issues faced with respect to the quality or production or spare or safety or any
other specific instruction etc.
PC4. ensure the all details are mentioned in the job card display on the machine or
the fabric roll
PC5. check the cleanliness of machine & other work area
Handing over shift to PC6. hand over the shift to the incoming operator in proper manner
fabric checker PC7. provide all relevant information regarding the stoppages or breakdown in the
machine, any damage to the fabric or machine.
PC8. collect the wastes from waste bags/ bins, weigh them and transport to
storage area
PC9. ensure the machine & other work area is clean
PC10. report to his/ her shift superior about the quality ,production ,safety issues or
any other issue faced in his/ her shift and should leave the department only
after getting concurrence for the same from his/ her superiors
Knowledge and Understanding (K)
A. Organizational You need to know and understand:
Context KA1. the organization's policies & standard operating procedures (SOP)
(Knowledge of KA2. should have an awareness and knowledge of customers
the company/ KA3. potential hazards associated with the machines and the safety precautions
organization and must be taken.
its processes) KA4. protocol to obtain more information on work related tasks
KA5. contact person in case of queries on procedure or products and for resolving
issues related to defective machines, tools, materials & equipment
KA6. details of the various job roles & responsibilities.
KA7. documentation and reporting formats.
KA8. work targets & review with superiors.
KA9. protocol and format for reporting work related risks/ problems.
KA10. method of obtaining /giving feedback with respect to performance.
KA11. importance of team work and harmonious working relationships.
KA12. process for offering /obtaining work related assistance.
KA13. responsibilities under health, safety and environmental legislation.

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KA14. guidelines for storage & disposal of waste materials.
B. Technical The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand:
Knowledge KB1. minimum quality requirements of the product with respect to various fabric
defects
KB2. Reasons for various defects in fabric due to spinning or weaving
KB3. Functions & methodology for operating various material handling equipment
About the raw materials
KB4. yarns from natural fibers - cotton, silk, wool
KB5. yarns from manmade fibers - polyester, nylon, viscose
KB6. blended yarns - polyester cotton, polyester viscose
KB7. plain weave
KB8. twill weave
KB9. drill weave
KB10. plain satin
KB11. reverse satin
KB12. window pane
KB13. micro check
KB14. satin band
KB15. other dobby designs
KB16. jacquard all over pattern
KB17. jacquard engineering pattern

About different types of faults

KB18. yarn faults like slub, thick place, thin place, yarn variation , shade variation,
yarn contamination, color contamination, kitties and black spots
KB19. sizing faults like size patches, sizing beads, sizing stain and sizing beam oil

Fabric Defects
KB20. weaver / labor oriented faults like wrong drawing, wrong denting, double end,
end out, hand stain, double pick, and broken pick.
KB21. machine oriented faults like take up fault, let off fault, starting mark, floats,
weft cracks, tear, cloth torn, temple cut, temple mark, emery cut or emery
hole or emery impression , guide tooth mark, other impression mark, under
tuck in , bad selvedge, bad shedding or bad pattern and tails.
KB22. other faults like reed mark, cloth not cut at centre in case of multiple channel
fabrics and cloth not cut at sides in case of fabrics with false selvedges.

Skills
A. Core Skills/ Writing Skills
Generic Skills You need to know and understand how to:
SA1. write clear and short sentences
Reading Skills

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You need to know and understand how to:
SA2. comprehend written instructions.
SA3. plan and manage work routine based on instructions from supervisor
Oral Communication (Listening and Speaking skills)
You need to know and understand how to:
SA4. participate in the various programs/ meetings that are conducted by the
superior
SA5. put forth the suggestions in the interest of the company.
SA6. participate in the ‘quality circles’ formed by the superiors
SA7. extend voluntary supports and adapt to the various procedures that are
adopted by the company with respect to compliances for the different
certifications like ‘ISO 9001’, ‘ ISO 14001’, ‘SA 8001’ GOTS certification ‘fair
trade’
B. Professional Skills Problem Solving
You need to know and understand how to:
SB1. apply problem-solving approaches in different situations
SB2. refer anomalies to the supervisor
SB3. seek clarification on problems from others
SB1. apply good attention to detail
SB2. check your work is complete and free from errors
SB3. to know about ’4 point American system as below
 defects of length/ width less than 3” - 1 point
 defects of length/ width between 3” to 6” - 2 points
 defects of length/ width between 6” to 9” - 3 points
 defects of length/width of above 9” - 4 points
SB4. permissible points as per 4 points American system - 15 points for 100
square meters
SB5. piece lengths as per export standards
 80 % - 80 meters & above
 20& - between 40 to 80 meters

SB6. permissible specification faults( universally )

 ends per inch - ±2
 picks per inch - ±1 ( for single pick insertion)
 cloth width - no minus

a maximum of ½” in plus (+ )side is allowed

Decision Making
Not Applicable
Customer Centricity
Not Applicable
Plan & Organize
Not Applicable
Analytical Thinking
Not Applicable

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Critical Thinking
Not Applicable

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NOS Version Control

NOS Code TSC/ N 2301

Credits (NSQF) TBD Version number 1.0

Industry Textile Drafted on 15/12/14
Industry Sub-sector Weaving Last reviewed on 21/01/15

Occupation Post – Weaving Next review date 01/03/16

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TSC/ N2302 Check the Fabrics Produced

National Occupational
Standard

Overview

This unit provides performance criteria, knowledge& understanding and skills & abilities check fabrics
produced so as to get quality output& minimum defects

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Unit Code TSC/ N2302

Unit Title
Inspect the fabrics
National Occupational Standard

(Task)
Description This unit provides performance criteria, knowledge& understanding and skills &
abilities to inspect the fabrics produced as per the quality standards so as to get
quality output& with minimum defects, without entertaining any damage to the
people, the machine & without spoiling the environmental aspects.
Scope This unit/task covers the following:
 Sample approval
 Online checking
 Fabric examination on table
Performance Criteria (PC) w.r.t. the Scope
Elements Performance Criteria
Sample Approval To be competent, you must be able to:
PC1. get in writing about the construction details of the fabric being inspected
from the higher authority.
PC2. verify the loom card details with that of the ‘construction details’ received
from the higher authority
PC3. check the following specifications in the sample provided to him/ her
 running faults with respect to warp.
 running faults with respect to weft.
 ends per inch
 picks per inch
 cloth width
 weave/ design
 product material ( warp & weft)
PC4. check the following running faults with respect to warp
 yarn faults like thick & thin places, slubs, colour contamination, yarn
contamination, black spots, kitties etc
 sizing faults like sizing oil, sizing beam oil, sizing beads, size patches
 weaver faults like wrong drawing, wrong denting, pattern changing,
double end and end out
 other machine faults like reed mark, selvedge cut, temple cut, temple
mark, bad selvedge, selvedge size difference between sides, impression
mark, selvedge weave and selvedge type like closed selvedge or tuck in
selvedge or fringe selvedge
PC5. check the following running faults with respect to weft
 yarn faults like thick & thin places, slubs, black spots, kitties, colour
contamination, yarn contamination etc
 weaver faults like broken pick, starting mark, thick place, double pick,
weft crack
 other machine faults like let off mark, take-up fault, short pick, guide
Tooth Mark, Oil Stain, Under Tuck In, Tails, Tear, Hole, Emery Hole or
impression, Weft Cramming, Missing Pick

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PC6. ensure that further production is carried out after the correction of the
faults or as per the advice of the Higher Authority only.
PC7. ensure proper Data recording
PC8. ensure that the sample approval is done on need basis of Ware
House Approval, Marketing Approval, Buyer Representative Approval and
Buyer Approval
PC9. check the first roll produced after every knotting and every sort Change on
the Illuminated Glass Inspection Table for all the above defects
PC10. allow bulk production only after all the above faults are corrected as per the
advice of the Higher Authority

Online Checking PC11. ensure that ‘Loom Cards ‘are placed or hanged visibly on all the looms
PC12. ensure that the Fabric specification especially weft Count, fabric design or
weave matches to that of the Loom Card in all the looms.
PC13. ensure to check the selvedges for the following
a) whether the selvedge type like Closed Selvedge, Tuck In Selvedge, Fringe
Selvedge matches to the requirements
b) whether the selvedge sizes ( Selvedge widths) are as per the requirements
c) whether the selvedge weave matches to the requirements
d) whether the selvedge types in both sides matches to the requirements
e) whether the selvedge size ( selvedge width) in both sides matches
PC14. ensure whether the ‘Catch Cord Ends’ are drawn as per requirements In both
sides
PC15. correct the following fabric defects ( if noticed) on the looms immediately
a) Wrong drawing
b) Wrong Denting
c) Double End
d) End Out
e) Thick End Or Thin End
f) Wrong Warp raw Material
g) Wrong Warp Count
PC16. stop the looms for the following running faults( Cuttable faults)and bring the
same to the knowledge of the higher authority for immediate corrective
action
a) Selvedge tear
b) Cloth tear
c) Holes
d) Guide Tooth Mark
e) Temple Cut
f) Emery Cut or Emery Hole
g) Bad Shedding, Wrong Pattern, Dobby Fault or Jacquard fault
h) Take Up Fault
i) Let Off Fault

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j) Weft Crack
k) Objectionable Reed Mark
l) Under Tuck In
m) Bad Selvedge
n) Objectionable Impression Mark
o) Serious Oil Marks or Oil Stains
p) Warp Floats & Weft Floats
q) End Out for more than 1”
r) Malfunctioning or not functioning of Centre Cutter & Side Cutter
s) Continuous Short Picks
PC17. ensure that the roll is doffed at the above faults , if the roll size is big to
insert indication paper in the said rolls , so that the next roll doffing would be
carried out only after sufficient roll length is achieved
PC18. ensure that all big rolls are doffed as per the requirements.
PC19. ensure that all the cloth rolls are doffed properly, without any cloth damage
like Hole, Torn and Stain. Proper cover has to be spread on the floor after
ensuring the cleanliness of the floor, where the cloth rolls are doffed.
PC20. ensure that the cloth rolls doffed are wrapped with proper cover and the said
doffed cloth rolls are removed from the loom shed and brought to the
storage area
PC21. check for the below fabric faults and bring the same to the knowledge of the
Higher Authority
a) Occasional Starting Mark
b) Occasional Thick Place
c) Occasional Short Pick
d) Minor stain
e) Minor oil stain
f) Tails
g) Size Patches
h) Sizing Beads
i) Sizing Beam Oil
j) Sizing Stain
k) All Yarn faults as mentioned above
l) Temple Mark
m) Minor Reed mark
PC22. ensure that all above are recorded properly in a ‘Register’

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Fabric Examination PC23. check whether the following required details are written on the cloth rolls,
on Table before the same are taken for inspection
a) Loom No.
b) Construction details
c) Date & Shift of doffing
d) Doffed meters
e) Doffed Person’s Name
PC24. ensure that no transit or handling damage is there on the cloth roll before
the same is taken for inspection.
PC25. get ‘Fabric Inspection Report’ with a Roll No. duly allotted from the Higher
Authority
PC26. reset the ‘Counter Meter on the inspection Table’ to ‘Zero’
PC27. mount the fabric roll to be inspected on the ‘Cloth Roll Stands’ , without
damaging the fabric
PC28. note down the fabric specifications as per the construction details
PC29. inspect the fabric for the following at 3 Places , namely 10 meters from
beginning of the roll , in the middle of the roll of the roll
and 10 meters before end of the roll.
1) Ends Per Inch
2) Picks Per Inch
3) Cloth Width
4) Weave or Design of the body as well as that of both the selvedges
5) To check the selvedge types on both sides
6) To check the selvedge size
7) To check for all the yarn faults
8) To check for all the running faults ( particularly in warp way)
PC30. mark and note all the fabric defects in the Fabric Examination Report.
PC31. give points as per 4 Point American system and the same have to be recorded
in the Fabric Examination Report
PC32. follow tag System as below
a) For cuttable fault, Red Tag
b) For defects coming under 4 points , Blue
c) Other faults , White
d) For more authentication , use different tags for defects coming under 1
point, 2 points, 3 points ,4 points apart from using ‘Red Tag’ cuttable
faults
PC33. note down the “shift marks” on the fabrics, so as to ascertain the shift& date
of the production for better traceability
PC34. note the defects against the corresponding meter only
PC35. note down the total roll meter after completion of the inspection of the roll
PC36. properly cover and store the inspected fabric in the place earmarked

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PC37. report the defects noticed during the inspection to the higher authority so
that the concerned person responsible for making such fault can be shown
the defective portion of the fabrics
PC38. get signature of such person for the defects shown apart from taking the
signature of the higher authority in the completed inspection report.

Knowledge and Understanding (K)

A. Organizational You need to know and understand:
Context KA1. the organization's policies &standard operating procedures (SOP)
(Knowledge of KA2. about awareness and knowledge of customers
the company/ KA3. potential hazards associated with the machines and the safety precautions
organization and must be taken.
its processes) KA4. protocol to obtain more information on work related tasks
KA5. contact person in case of queries on procedure or products and for resolving
issues related to defective machines, tools, materials & equipment
KA6. details of the various job roles & responsibilities.
KA7. documentation and reporting formats.
KA8. work targets & review with superiors.
KA9. protocol and format for reporting work related risks/ problems.
KA10. method of obtaining /giving feedback with respect to performance.
KA11. importance of team work harmonious working relationships.
KA12. process for offering /obtaining work related assistance.
KA13. responsibilities under health, safety and environmental legislation.
KA14. guidelines for storage & disposal of waste materials.
B. Technical The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand:
Knowledge KB1. minimum quality requirements of the product with respect to
permissible/non-permissible defect
KB2. about the needles to be used for the different materials , different counts
other tools and equipment used

About the Raw materials

KB3. yarns from natural fibers - Cotton, Silk, Wool
KB4. yarns from Manmade Fibers - Polyester, Nylon, Viscose
KB5. blended yarns - Polyester Cotton, Polyester Viscose
KB6. plain Weave
KB7. twill Weave
KB8. drill Weave
KB9. plain Satin
KB10. reverse Satin
KB11. window Pane
KB12. micro Check
KB13. satin Band
KB14. other Dobby Designs
KB15. jacquard All Over Pattern
KB16. jacquard Engineering Pattern

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About different types of faults

KB17. yarn Faults like Slub, Thick Place, Thin Place, Yarn Variation , shade
Variation, Yarn contamination, Color Contamination, Kitties and Black Spots
KB18. sizing faults like Size Patches, Sizing Beads, Sizing Stain and Sizing Beam Oil

Fabric Defects

KB19. Weaver / labor oriented faults like Wrong Drawing, Wrong Denting, Double
End, End Out, Hand Stain, Double Pick, and Broken Pick.
KB20. machine oriented faults like Take up fault, Let Off fault, Starting Mark,
Floats, Weft Cracks, Tear, Cloth Torn, Temple Cut, Temple Mark ,Emery Cut
or Emery hole or emery impression , Guide Tooth Mark, Other Impression
Mark, Under Tuck In , Bad Selvedge, Bad shedding or Bad Pattern and Tails
KB21. Other faults like Reed Mark, Cloth not cut at centre in case of multiple
channel fabrics and Cloth not cut at sides in case of fabrics with false
selvedges.

Skills (S)
A. Core Skills/ Writing Skills
Generic Skills You need to know and understand how to:
SA1. write clear and short sentences
Reading Skills
You need to know and understand how to:
SA2. Comprehend written instructions.
SA3. plan and manage work routine based on instructions from supervisor
Oral Communication (Listening and Speaking skills)
You need to know and understand how to:
SA4. participate in the various programs/ meetings that are conducted by the
Superior
SA5. Put forth the suggestions in the interest of the Company.
SA6. willingly participate in the ‘Quality Circles’ that are formed by the Superiors
SA7. extend voluntary support and adapt to the various procedures that are
adopted by the Company with respect to compliances for the different
certifications like ‘ISO 9001’, ‘ ISO 14001’, ‘SA 8001’ GOTS Certification ‘Fair
Trade’

B. Professional Skills Problem Solving

You need to know and understand how to:
SB1. apply problem-solving approaches in different situations
SB2. refer anomalies to the supervisor
SB3. seek clarification on problems from others
Decision Making
Not Applicable

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Customer Centricity
Not Applicable
Plan & Organize
Not Applicable
Analytical Thinking
Not Applicable
Critical Thinking
Not Applicable

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NOS Version Control

NOS Code TSC/ N2302

Credits (NSQF) TBD Version number 1.0
Industry Textile Drafted on 15/12/14
Industry Sub-sector Weaving Last reviewed on 21/01/15

Occupation Post - Weaving Next review date 01/03/16

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TSC/ N9001 Maintain work area, tools and machine

National Occupational
Standard

Overview

This unit is about maintaining work areas and activities to ensure tools and machines are maintained
as per norms.

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Unit Code TSC/ N9001

Unit Title
Maintaining work area, tools and machines
National Occupational Standard

(Task)
Description This unit provides performance criteria, knowledge & understanding and skills &
abilities required to organize/ maintain work areas and activities to ensure tools and
machines are maintained as per norms
Scope This unit/task covers the following:
 Maintain the work area, tools and machines
Performance Criteria (PC) w.r.t. the Scope
Elements Performance Criteria
Maintain the work To be competent, you must be able to:
area, tools and PC1. handle materials, machinery, equipment and tools with care and use them in
machines the correct way
PC2. use correct lifting and handling procedures
PC3. use materials to minimize waste
PC4. maintain a clean and hazard free working area
PC5. maintain tools and equipment
PC6. carry out running maintenance within agreed schedules
PC7. carry out maintenance and/or cleaning within one’s responsibility
PC8. report unsafe equipment and other dangerous occurrences
PC9. ensure that the correct machine guards are in place
PC10. work in a comfortable position with the correct posture
PC11. use cleaning equipment and methods appropriate for the work to be carried
out
PC12. dispose of waste safely in the designated location
PC13. store cleaning equipment safely after use
PC14. carry out cleaning according to schedules and limits of responsibility
Knowledge and Understanding (K)
A. Organizational You need to know and understand:
Context KA1. personal hygiene and duty of care
(Knowledge of KA2. safe working practices and organizational procedures
the company/ KA3. limits of your own responsibility
organization and KA4. ways of resolving problems within the work area
its processes) KA5. the production process and the specific work activities that relate to the
whole process
KA6. the importance of effective communication with supervisors
KA7. the lines of communication, authority and reporting procedures
KA8. the organization’s rules, codes and guidelines (including timekeeping)
KA9. the company’s quality standards
KA10. the importance of complying with written instructions
KA11. equipment operating procedures / supervisor’s instructions
B. Technical You need to know and understand:
Knowledge KB1. work instructions and specifications and interpret them accurately
KB2. relation between work role and the overall manufacturing process
KB3. hazards likely to be encountered when conducting routine maintenance

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KB4. the importance of taking action when problems are identified
KB5. different ways of minimizing waste
KB6. the importance of running maintenance and regular cleaning
KB7. effects of contamination on products i.e. machine oil, dirt, foreign materials
KB8. common faults with equipment and the method to rectify
KB9. maintenance procedures
KB10. different types of cleaning equipment and substances and their use
KB11. safe working practices for cleaning and the method of carrying them out
Skills (S)
A. Core Skills/ Writing Skills
Generic Skills You need to know and understand how to:
SA1. write clear and short sentences
Reading Skills
You need to know and understand how to:
SA2. comprehend written instructions
SA3. read any application sent by other colleagues
Oral Communication (Listening and Speaking skills)
You need to know and understand how to:
SA4. Communicate effectively in local language
SA5. communicate with supervisor appropriately
SA6. talk to others to convey information effectively
B. Professional Skills Problem Solving
You need to know and understand how to:
SB1. identify the real reason of problem faced
SB2. apply problem-solving approaches in different situations
SB3. refer anomalies to the supervisor
SB4. seek clarification on problems from others
SB5. apply good attention to detail
SB6. check your work is complete and free from errors
SB7. make sure every kind of communication is error free
SB8. communicate effectively
SB9. apply leadership skills wherever required
SB10. take initiative at the right place
SB11. understand the requirement to be creative
Decision Making
Not Applicable
Customer Centricity
Not Applicable
Plan & Organize
Not Applicable
Analytical Thinking
Not Applicable
Critical Thinking
Not Applicable

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NOS Code TSC/ N9001

Credits (NSQF) TBD Version number 1.0

Industry Textile Drafted on 15/12/14
Industry Sub-sector Weaving Last reviewed on 21/01/15

Occupation Post – Weaving Next review date 01/03/16

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TSC/ N9002 Working in a team

National Occupational
Standard

Overview

This unit is about working as part of a team in the textile industry.

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Unit Code TSC/ N9002

Unit Title
Working in a team
National Occupational Standard

(Task)
Description This unit is about working as a team member in the textile industry
Scope This unit/task covers the following:
 commitment and trust
 communication
 adaptability
 creative freedom
Performance Criteria
Elements Performance Criteria
Commitment and To be competent, you must be able to:
trust PC1. be accountable to the own role in whole process
PC2. perform all roles with full responsibility
PC3. be effective and efficient at workplace
Communication PC4. properly communicate about company policies
PC5. report all problems faced during the process
PC6. talk politely with other team members and colleagues
PC7. submit daily report of own performance
Adaptability PC8. adjust in different work situations
PC9. give due importance to others’ point of view
PC10. avoid conflicting situations
Creative freedom PC11. develop new ideas for work procedures
PC12. improve upon the existing techniques to increase process efficiency
Knowledge and Understanding (K)
A. Organizational You need to know and understand:
Context KA1. Standard operating procedures (SOP)and regulations in a weaving / textile
mill
KA2. procedure followed to get the final output in the weaving / textile mill
KA3. safe working practices to be adopted in weaving / textile mill
KA4. reporting to the supervisor or higher authority about any grievances faced
B. Technical KB1. the importance of the previous and next step of the process
Knowledge KB2. process flow in a weaving / textile mill and the concerned workers
KB3. material flow in a weaving / textile mill and the required person
KB4. functions of different parts of the machine
KB5. various tools and equipment used
KB6. guidelines for operating the machine
KB7. safety procedures to be followed in the machine
Skills (S)
A. Core Skills/ Writing Skills
Generic Skills You need to know and understand how to:
SA1. Write clear and short sentences
SA2. write daily work report
SA3. write grievance complaint application

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Reading Skills
SA4. comprehend written instructions
SA5. read any application sent by other colleagues
Oral Communication (Listening and Speaking skills)
SA6. communicate with supervisor appropriately
SA7. talk to co-workers to convey information effectively
B. Professional Skills Problem Solving
You need to know and understand how to:
SB1. identify the real reason of problem faced
SB2. be able to find the most effective solution to the problems faced
SB3. apply good attention to detail
SB4. ensure every kind of communication is error free
SB5. communicate effectively
SB6. apply leadership skills wherever required
SB7. take initiative at the right place
SB8. understand the requirement to be creative
Decision Making
Not Applicable
Customer Centricity
Not Applicable
Plan & Organize
Not Applicable
Analytical Thinking
Not Applicable
Critical Thinking
Not Applicable

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NOS Code TSC/ N9002

Credits (NSQF) TBD Version number 1.0
Industry Textile Drafted on 15/12/14
Industry Sub-sector Weaving Last reviewed on 21/01/15

Occupation Post – Weaving Next review date 01/03/16

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TSC/ N9003 Maintain health, safety and security at work place

National Occupational
Standard

Overview

This unit is about maintaining health, safety, and security standards at workplace.

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Unit Code TSC/ N9003

Unit Title
Maintain health, safety and security at work place
National Occupational Standard

(Task)
Description This unit provides performance criteria, knowledge & understanding and skills &
abilities required to comply with health, safety and security requirements at the
workplace and covers procedures to prevent, control and minimize risk to self and
others.
Scope This unit/task covers the following:
 comply with health, safety and security requirements at work
 recognizing the hazards
 planning the safety techniques
 implementing the programs

Performance Criteria (PC) w.r.t. the Scope

Elements Performance Criteria
Comply with health, To be competent, operator must be able to:
Safety and security PC1. comply with health and safety related instructions applicable to the
requirements at work workplace
PC2. use and maintain personal protective equipment such as “ear plug”, “ nose
mask “, “ head cap” etc., as per protocol
PC3. carry out own activities in line with approved guidelines and procedures
PC4. maintain a healthy lifestyle and guard against dependency on intoxicants
PC5. follow environment management system related procedures
PC6. identify and correct (if possible) malfunctions in machinery and equipment
PC7. report any service malfunctions that cannot be rectified
PC8. store materials and equipment in line with organisational requirements
PC9. safely handle and remove waste
PC10. minimize health and safety risks to self and others due to own actions
PC11. seek clarifications, from supervisors or other authorized personnel in case of
perceived risks
PC12. monitor the workplace and work processes for potential risks and threat
PC13. carry out periodic walk-through to keep work area free from hazards and
obstructions, if assigned
PC14. report hazards and potential risks/ threats to supervisors or other authorized
personnel
PC15. participate in mock drills/ evacuation procedures organized at the workplace
PC16. undertake first aid, fire-fighting and emergency response training, if asked to
do so
PC17. take action based on instructions in the event of fire, emergencies or
accidents
PC18. follow organisation procedures for shutdown and evacuation when required
To be competent, you must be able to:
Recognizing the PC19. identify different kinds of possible hazards (environmental, personal,
hazards ergonomic, chemical) of the industry
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Planning the safety PC21. recognise different measures to curb the hazards
techniques
Implementing the PC22. communicate the safety plan to everyone
programs PC23. attach disciplinary rules with the implementation
Knowledge and Understanding (K)
A. Organizational You need to know and understand:
Context KA1. Standard operating procedures (SOP)and regulations in a weaving / textile
(Knowledge of mill
the company/ KA2. safe working practices to be adopted in weaving / textile mill
organization and KA3. quality systems and other processes practiced in the weaving / textile mill
its processes) KA4. health and safety related practices applicable at the workplace
KA5. potential hazards, risks and threats based on nature of operations
KA6. organizational procedures for safe handling of equipment and machine
operations
KA7. potential risks due to own actions and methods to minimize these
KA8. environmental management system related procedures at the workplace
KA9. layout of the plant and details of emergency exits, escape routes, emergency
equipment and assembly points
KA10. potential accidents and emergencies and response to these scenarios
KA11. reporting protocol and documentation required
KA12. details of personnel trained in first aid, fire-fighting and emergency response
KA13. actions to take in the event of a mock drills/ evacuation procedures or actual
accident, emergency or fire
B. Technical You need to know and understand:
Knowledge KB1. occupational health and safety risks and methods
KB2. personal protective equipment and method of use
KB3. identification, handling and storage of hazardous substances
KB4. proper disposal system for waste and by-products
KB5. signage related to health and safety and their meaning
KB6. importance of sound health, hygiene and good habits
KB7. ill-effects of alcohol, tobacco and drugs
Skills (S)
A. Core Skills/ Writing Skills
Generic Skills You need to know and understand how to:
SA1. write clear and short sentences
Reading Skills
SA2. read and understand the company instructions
SA3. read and understand work instructions
SA4. read and understand the safety guidelines
Oral Communication (Listening and Speaking skills)
SA1. listen to others attentively
SA2. respond to emergencies, accidents or fire at the workplace
SA3. evacuate the premises and help others in need while doing so
SA4. the value of physical fitness, personal hygiene and good habits
SA5. talk with others politely

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B. Professional Skills Decision Making

SB1. identify correct safety measure for particular hazard
SB2. make required safety plans as and when required
SB3. raise alarm in case of emergency
Analytical Thinking
SB4. know the use of correct safety measure whenever required
SB5. be attentive to details
SB6. be careful to avoid occurrence of hazards
SB7. maintenance of neatness at work place
SB8. procedure for reporting unwanted behavior

Problem Solving
Not Applicable
Customer Centricity
Not Applicable
Plan & Organize
Not Applicable
Critical Thinking
Not Applicable

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NOS Code TSC/ N9003

Credits (NSQF) TBD Version number 1.0
Industry Textile Drafted on 15/12/14
Industry Sub-sector Weaving Last reviewed on 21/01/15

Occupation Post - Weaving Next review date 01/03/16

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TSC/ N9004 Comply with industry and organizational requirements

National Occupational
Standard

Overview

This unit is about knowing, understanding, and complying with the requirements of the organization
and the textile industry.

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Unit Code TSC/ N9004

Unit Title
Comply with industry and organizational requirements
National Occupational Standard

(Task)
Description This unit is about knowing, understanding, and complying with the requirements of
the organization and the textile industry
Scope This unit/task covers the following:
 self -development
 team work
 organizational standards
 industry standards
Performance Criteria (PC) w.r.t. the Scope
Elements Performance Criteria
Self- development To be competent, you must be able to:
PC1. perform own duties effectively
PC2. take responsibility for own actions
PC3. be accountable towards the job role and assigned duties
PC4. take initiative and innovate the existing methods
PC5. focus on self-learning and improvement
Team work PC6. co-ordinate with all the team members and colleagues
PC7. communicate politely
PC8. avoid conflicts and miscommunication
Organizational PC9. know the organisational standards
standards PC10. implement them in your performance
PC11. motivate others to follow them
Industry standards PC12. know the industry standards
PC13. align them with organisation standards
Knowledge and Understanding (K)
A. Organizational You need to know and understand:
Context KA1. Standard operating procedures (SOP)and regulations in a weaving / textile
(Knowledge of mill
KA2. reporting to the supervisor or higher authority
the company/
KA3. knowledge of organization standards
organization and KA4. knowledge of industry standards
its processes)
B. Technical You need to know and understand:
Knowledge KB1. process flow and material flow in a weaving / textile mill
KB2. importance of complying with the standards
KB3. guidelines for cleaning the various parts of machine
Skills (S)
A. Core Skills/ Writing Skills
Generic Skills You need to know and understand how to:
SA1. Write clear and short sentences
Reading Skills

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You need to know and understand how to:

SA2. read the given instructions
SA3. comprehend written instructions
Oral Communication (Listening and Speaking skills)
You need to know and understand :
SA4. talk effectively with others
SA5. put forward your point
SA6. listen to others

B. Professional Skills Problem Solving

Not Applicable
Customer Centricity
Not Applicable
Plan & Organize
Not Applicable
Analytical Thinking
Not Applicable
Decision Making
Not Applicable
Critical Thinking
SB1. Organizational requirements
SB2. your responsibilities at the workplace
SB3. procedure to comply with the industry standards

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NOS Version Control

NOS Code TSC/ N9004

Credits (NSQF) TBD Version number 1.0
Industry Textile Drafted on 15/12/14
Industry Sub-sector Weaving Last reviewed on 21/01/15

Occupation Post - Weaving Next review date 01/03/16

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 Assessment Criteria

Job Role: Fabric Checker

Qualification Pack: Fabric Checker (TSC/Q 2301)
Sector Skill Council: Textile Sector Skill Council

Guidelines for assessment: -

1. Criteria for assessment for each qualification pack will be created by the Sector Skill Council. Each
performance criteria (PC) will be assigned marks proportional to its importance in NOS. SSC will also lay down
proportion of marks for theory & skill practical for each PC.
2. The assessment for the theory part will be based on knowledge bank of question created by the SSC.
3. Individual assessment agencies will create unique question papers for theory part for each candidate at
each examination/training centre (as per assessment criteria below)
4. Individual assessment agencies will create unique evaluations for skill practical for every student at each
examination/training centre based on these criteria.
5. To pass the qualification pack, every trainee should score a minimum of 80%.
6. In case of successfully passing only certain number of NOS’s, the trainee is eligible to take subsequent
assessment on the balance NOS’s to pass the Qualification Pack
National Performance Criteria (PC) Total Out Marks Allocation
Occupational Marks Of
Standards
Skills
(NOS) Theory Viva
Practical
1. TSC/N2301 PC1. come at least 10 - 15 minutes 100 25
0 20 5
(Taking earlier to the work spot
charge of shift PC2. check for the necessary items 25
and handing like ‘ Cutter’, ‘ Needle’, ‘Trimmer’,
10 10 5
over shift to ‘Counting Glass’,’Measuring Tape’,
Fabric ‘ Cup Of water’ and ‘Brush’
Checker) PC3. Hand over all the tools given 25
15 10 0
to the higher authority.
PC4. report to his/ her shift 25
superior about the quality
,production ,safety issues or any
other issue faced in his/ her shift 5 10 10
and should leave the department
only after getting concurrence for
the same from his/ her superiors
Total 100 30 50 20
Weight age % 30% 50% 20%

2. TSC/N2302 PC1. Get in writing about the 300 7

(Check the construction details from the 5 2 0
fabrics higher authority.
produced) PC2. verify the loom card details 7
with that of the ‘construction
3 4 0
details’ received from the higher
authority
 Assessment Criteria

PC3. Check the following 7

specifications in the sample
provided to him/ her
• running faults with respect to
warp.
• running faults with respect to
0 5 2
weft.
• ends per inch
• picks per inch
• cloth width
• weave/ design
• product material ( warp & weft)
PC4. check the following running 7
faults with respect to warp
• yarn faults like thick & thin
places, slubs, color contamination,
yarn contamination, black spots,
kitties
• sizing faults like sizing oil, sizing
beam oil, sizing beads, size patches
• weaver faults like wrong drawing,
wrong denting, pattern changing, 0 5 2
double end and end out
• other machine faults like reed
mark, selvedge cut, temple cut,
temple mark, bad selvedge,
selvedge size difference between
sides, impression mark, selvedge
weave and selvedge type like
closed selvedge or tuck in selvedge
or fringe selvedge
PC5. check the following running 7
faults with respect to weft
• yarn faults like thick & thin
places, slubs, black spots, kitties,
color contamination, yarn
contamination
• weaver faults like broken pick,
0 5 2
starting mark, thick place, double
pick, weft crack
• other machine faults like let off
mark, take-up fault, short pick,
guide Tooth Mark, Oil Stain, Under
Tuck In, Tails, Tear, Hole, Emery
Hole or impression, Weft

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Cramming, Missing Pick

PC6.ensure that further production 7

is carried out after the correction
3 4 0
of the faults & as per the advice of
the Higher Authority only.
PC7. Ensure proper “Register “for 7
4 3 0
all the above.
PC8. Ensure that the said sample 7
approval is done on need basis like
Ware House Approval, Marketing 2 3 2
Approval, Buyer Representative
Approval and Buyer Approval.
PC9. check the first roll produced 7
after every knotting ( if possible )
or every sort Change (compulsorily)
3 4 0
on the Illuminated Glass
Inspection Table for all the above
defects
PC10. allow bulk production, only 7
after all the above faults are
3 4 0
corrected as per the advice of the
Higher Authority
PC11. ensure that ‘Loom Cards’ are 7
placed or hanged visibly on all the 0 5 2
looms
PC12.ensure that the Fabric 7
specification especially weft Count,
fabric design or weave matches to 3 4 0
that of the Loom Card in all the
looms.

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PC13. ensure the selvedges for the 7

following
a) whether the selvedge type like
Closed Selvedge, Tuck In Selvedge,
Fringe Selvedge matches to the
requirements
b) whether the selvedge sizes (
Selvedge widths) are as per the
requirements 2 5 0
c) whether the selvedge weave
matches to the requirements
d) whether the selvedge types in
both sides matches to the
requirements
e) whether the selvedge size (
selvedge width) in both sides
matches
PC14. ensure whether the ‘Catch 7
Cord Ends’ are drawn as per 2 5 0
requirements In both sides
PC15. correct the following fabric 7
defects ( if noticed) on the looms
immediately
a) Wrong drawing
b) Wrong Denting
2 5 0
c) Double End
d) End Out
e) Thick End Or Thin End
f) Wrong Warp raw Material
g) Wrong Warp Count
PC16. stop the looms for the 7
following running faults( Cuttable 2 5 0
faults) and bring the same

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PC17. bring to the knowledge of 7

the higher authority for immediate
correction
a) Selvedge tear
b) Cloth tear
c) Holes
d) Guide Tooth Mark
e) Temple Cut
f) Emery Cut or Emery Hole
g) Bad Shedding or Wrong Pattern
or Dobby Fault or Jacquard fault
h) Take Up Fault
i) Let Off Fault 2 5 0
j) Weft Crack
k) Objectionable Reed Mark
l) Under Tuck In
m) Bad Selvedge
n) Objectionable Impression Mark
o) Serious Oil Marks or Oil Stains
p) Warp Floats & Weft Floats
q) End Out for more than 1”
r) Malfunctioning or not
functioning of Centre Cutter & Side
Cutter
s) Continuous Short Picks
PC18. ensure that the roll is doffed 7
at the above faults , if the roll size
is big to insert indication paper in
the said rolls , so that the next roll 2 5 0
doffing would be carried out only
after sufficient roll length is
ensured
PC19. Ensure that all big rolls are 6
2 4 0
doffed as per the requirements.
PC20. Ensure that all the cloth rolls 7
are doffed properly, without
entertaining cloth damage like
Hole, Torn and Stain. Proper cover
3 4 0
has to be spread on the floor after
ensuring the cleanliness of the
floor, wherein the cloth rolls are
doffed.

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PC21. ensure that the cloth rolls 7

doffed are wrapped with proper
cover and the said doffed cloth
rolls are removed from the looms 3 4 0
and brought to the place , they
have to be stored without giving
room for any damage
PC22. check for the below fabric 7
faults and bring the same to the
knowledge of the Higher Authority
a) Occasional Starting Mark
b) Occasional Thick Place
c) Occasional Short Pick
d) Minor stain
e) Minor oil stain
f) Tails 3 4 0
g) Size Patches
h) Sizing Beads
i) Sizing Beam Oil
j) Sizing Stain
k) All Yarn faults as mentioned
above
l) Temple Mark
m) Minor Reed mark
PC23. ensure that all the above are 7
5 2 0
recorded properly in a ‘Register’
PC24. check whether the following 7
required details are written on the
cloth rolls, before the same are
taken for inspection
a) Loom No. 5 2 0
b) Construction details
c) Date & Shift of doffing
d) Doffed meters
e) Doffed Person’s Name
PC25. Ensure whether no transit or 7
handling damage is there on the
4 3 0
cloth roll, before the same is taken
for inspection.
PC26. get ‘Fabric Inspection Report’ 7
with a Roll No. duly allotted from 4 3 0
the Higher Authority
PC27. reset the ‘Counter Meter on 7
2 3 2
the inspection Table’ to ‘Zero’

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PC28. mount the fabric roll to be 7

inspected on the ‘Cloth Roll Stands’ 2 3 2
, without damaging the fabric
PC29. note down the fabric 7
specifications as per the 2 3 2
construction details
PC30. Inspect the fabric for the 7
following at 3 Places, namely 10
meters after the beginning of the
inspection, in the middle of the
inspection of the roll and 10 meters
before the close of the inspection
of the roll.
1) Ends Per Inch
2) Picks Per Inch
2 3 2
3) Cloth Width
4) Weave or Design of the body as
well as that of both the selvedges
5) To check the selvedge types on
both sides
6) To check the selvedge size
7) To check for all the yarn faults
8) To check for all the running
faults ( particularly in warp way)
PC31. see that the loom is stopped 7
for any deviation in the above and
the loom is run further after 2 3 2
correcting the said faults and after
checking with the higher authority
PC32. implement a ‘Stop Loom 7
Report Memo’ or a ‘Red Card 2 3 2
System’ for the above
PC33. Mark and note all the fabric 7
defects in the Fabric Examination 5 2 0
Report.
PC34. give points as per 4 Point 7
American system and the same
3 4 0
have to be recorded in the Fabric
Examination Report

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PC35. follow tag System as below 7

a) For cuttable fault, Red Tag
b) For defects coming under 4
points , Blue
c) Other faults , White For more
2 5 0
authentication , We can use
different tags for defects coming
under 1 point, 2 points, 3 points ,4
points apart from using ‘Red Tag’
for cuttable faults
PC36. Note down the “shift marks” 7
on the fabrics, so as to ascertain
the shift & date of the production
carried out. through this, we can
2 5 0
identify the person who has done
the fault or who has allowed the
fault and sometimes the exact
cause of the said defect
PC37. mend the loose threads , 7
slubs , snarls and other mend able 2 5 0
faults
PC38. clean the “ stain “ using 7
0 7 0
water & brush
PC39. note the defects against the 7
0 7 0
corresponding meter only
PC40. note down the total roll 7
meter, after the completion of the 0 7 0
inspection of the roll
PC41. Properly cover and store the 7
inspected fabric in the place, 0 5 2
earmarked
PC42. report for the defects 7
noticed during the inspection to
the higher authority so that the
1 6 0
concerned person responsible for
making such fault can be shown
the defective portion of the fabrics
PC43. Get signature of such person 7
for the defects shown apart from
taking the signature of the higher 0 7 0
authority in the completed
inspection report.
Total 300 94 182 24
Weight age % 31% 61% 8%

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3. TSC/N 9001 PC1. handle materials, 50 4

(Maintain machinery, equipment and tools
2 1 1
work area, with care and use them in the
tools and correct way
machines) PC2. use correct lifting and 4
2 1 1
handling procedures
PC3. use materials to minimize 3
1 1 1
waste
PC4. maintain a clean and hazard 3
1 1 1
free working area
PC5. maintain tools and 4
1 2 1
equipment
PC6. carry out running 4
maintenance within agreed 2 1 1
schedules
PC7. carry out maintenance 4
and/or cleaning within one’s 2 1 1
responsibility
PC8. report unsafe equipment 4
2 1 1
and other dangerous occurrences
PC9. ensure that the correct 3
1 1 1
machine guards are in place
PC10. work in a comfortable 3
1 1 1
position with the correct posture
PC11. use cleaning equipment and 3
methods appropriate for the work 1 1 1
to be carried out
PC12. dispose of waste safely in the 4
2 1 1
designated location
PC13. store cleaning equipment 3
1 1 1
safely after use
PC14. carry out cleaning according 4
to schedules and limits of 2 1 1
responsibility
Total 50 21 15 14
Weight age % 42% 30% 28%

4. TSC/N 9002 PC1. be accountable to the own role 50 5

1 3 1
(Working in a in whole process
team) PC2. perform all roles with full 4
1 2 1
responsibility
PC3. be effective and efficient at 4
2 1 1
workplace

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PC4. properly communicate about 4

1 1 2
company policies
PC5. report all problems faced 4
1 1 2
during the process
PC6. talk politely with other team 4
1 1 2
members and colleagues
PC7. submit daily report of own 5
2 2 1
performance
PC8. adjust in different work 4
1 2 1
situations
PC9. give due importance to others’ 4
1 1 2
point of view
PC10. avoid conflicting situations 4 2 1 1
PC11. develop new ideas for work 4
2 1 1
procedures
PC12. improve upon the existing 4
techniques to increase process 2 1 1
efficiency
Total 50 17 17 16
Weight age % 34% 34% 32%

5. TSC/N 9003 PC1. Comply with health and safety 100 5

(Maintain related instructions applicable to 2 2 1
health, safety the workplace
and security PC2. Use and maintain personal 5
at work place) protective equipment as per 2 2 1
protocol
PC3. Carry out own activities in line 4
with approved guidelines and 1 2 1
procedures
PC4. Maintain a healthy lifestyle 4
and guard against dependency on 1 2 1
intoxicants
PC5. Follow environment 4
management system related 1 2 1
procedures
PC6. Identify and correct (if 5
possible) malfunctions in 2 2 1
machinery and equipment
PC7. Report any service 4
malfunctions that cannot be 1 2 1
rectified
PC8. Store materials and 4
equipment in line with 2 1 1
manufacturer’s and organizational

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requirements

PC9. Safely handle and move waste 4

2 1 1
and debris
PC10. Minimize health and safety 5
risks to self and others due to own 2 2 1
actions
PC11. Seek clarifications, from 4
supervisors or other authorized 0 2 2
personnel in case of perceived risks
PC12. Monitor the workplace and 5
work processes for potential risks 2 2 1
and threats
PC13. Carry out periodic walk- 5
through to keep work area free
2 2 1
from hazards and obstructions, if
assigned
PC14. Report hazards and potential 4
risks/ threats to supervisors or 2 1 1
other authorized personnel
PC15. Participate in mock drills/ 4
evacuation procedures organized 2 2 0
at the workplace
PC16. Undertake first aid, fire- 5
fighting and emergency response 2 2 1
training, if asked to do so
PC17. Take action based on 5
instructions in the event of fire, 2 2 1
emergencies or accidents
PC18. Follow organization 4
procedures for shutdown and 1 2 1
evacuation when required
PC19. identify different kinds of 4
possible hazards (environmental,
1 2 1
personal, ergonomic, chemical) of
the industry
PC20. recognize other possible 4
security issues existing in the 1 2 1
workplace
PC21. recognize different measures 4
1 2 1
to curb the hazards
PC22. communicate the safety plan 4
1 2 1
to everyone
PC23. attach disciplinary rules with 4 1 2 1

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the implementation
Total 100 34 43 23
Weight age % 34% 43% 23%

6. TSC/N 9004 PC1. perform own duties 50 4

2 1 1
(Comply with effectively
industry and PC2. take responsibility for own 4
2 1 1
organizational actions
requirement) PC3. be accountable towards the 4
1 2 1
job role and assigned duties
PC4. take initiative and innovate 3
1 1 1
the existing methods
PC5. focus on self-learning and 4
2 1 1
improvement
PC6. co-ordinate with all the team 4
2 1 1
members and colleagues
PC7. communicate politely 4 1 1 2
PC8. avoid conflicts and 4
2 1 1
miscommunication
PC9. know the organizational 4
1 2 1
standards
PC10. implement them in your 4
2 1 1
performance
PC11. motivate others to follow 3
1 1 1
them
PC12. know the industry standards 4 1 3 0
PC13. align them with organization 4
1 2 1
standards
Total 50 19 18 13
Weight age % 38% 36% 26%
Total 650 215 325 110
Grand Total 650

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