Dry-finish and inspect textile items using a tunnel finisher
URN: UKFTTCS10
Business Sectors (Suites): Textile Care Services
Developed by: UKFT
Approved on:
30 Mar 2023
Overview
This standard is for those who dry and finish textile items using a tunnel finisher. You will also be responsible for checking that items meet organisational finishing standards and taking action if these standards are not met.
This standard is for laundry operatives who specialise in tunnel finishing.
Performance criteria
You must be able to:
P1 check that the drying and finishing equipment is safe and ready to use
P2 check that the items for processing are suitable for tunnel finishing and redirect if unsuitable
P3 check that items are not damaged prior to finishing and report any damaged items
P4 identify and remove any foreign objects from the item prior to processing in line with organisational procedures
P5 prepare and load items safely onto the delivery conveyor
P6 ensure items are dried at the correct speed and temperature
P7 inspect items for satisfactory drying, and direct to the correct discharge rails
P8 identify items that do not meet organisational finishing standards and action these
P9 report any faults with the equipment or the items in line with organisational procedures
Knowledge and Understanding
You need to know and understand:
K1 how to safely operate drying and finishing equipment
K2 the appropriate speeds and drying temperatures of different items
K3 how to interpret care labels
K4 the different drying required according to fibres and fabrics
K5 the fire hazards presented by items falling inside the tunnel finisher
K6 the organisational standards for finished items and how to action items that do not meet these
K7 how to identify faults in the process affecting items and who to report these to
K8 the correct discharge rails to use for items
K9 statutory responsibilities under health, safety and environmental legislation and regulations during the tunnel finishing process
Scope/range
Scope Performance
Scope Knowledge
Values
Behaviours
Skills
Glossary
Links To Other NOS
External Links
Version Number
2
Indicative Review Date
30 Mar 2026
Validity
Current
Status
Original
Originating Organisation
Creative Skillset
Original URN
SKSLWDC10
Relevant Occupations
Textile and Garment Trades, Laundry Operative, Wet Cleaner, Dry Cleaner
SOC Code
9224
Keywords
Laundry; Loads; Drying; Tunnel; Hazards; Safety; Fabrics; Fibres;