Qualification Pack

Two Shaft Handloom Weaver

QP Code: TSC/Q7303

Version: 3.0

NSQF Level: 3

Textile Sector Skill Council || 14-H, 14th Floor, Hansalaya Building, 15, Barakhamba Road
New Delhi – 110001

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Contents
TSC/Q7303: Two Shaft Handloom Weaver ........................................................................................... 3
Brief Job Description ...................................................................................................................... 3
Applicable National Occupational Standards (NOS) ............................................................................. 3
Compulsory NOS ........................................................................................................................... 3
Qualification Pack (QP) Parameters .............................................................................................. 3
TSC/N7305: Carry out pre-weaving activities in handloom .................................................................. 5
TSC/N7306: Operate the handloom ..................................................................................................... 9
TSC/N7307: Contribute to achieve quality in handloom weaving ....................................................... 14
TSC/N9015: Follow machine, safety, and organizational guidelines in textile sector ......................... 17
TSC/N9016: Follow teamwork, adaptability, and communication guidelines in textile sector ............ 24
DGT/VSQ/N0101: Employability Skills (30 Hours) ............................................................................... 29
Assessment Guidelines and Weightage ............................................................................................. 34
Assessment Guidelines ............................................................................................................... 34
Assessment Weightage ............................................................................................................... 35
Acronyms ........................................................................................................................................... 36
Glossary ............................................................................................................................................. 37

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TSC/Q7303: Two Shaft Handloom Weaver

Brief Job Description

A two shaft handloom weaver produces various types of fabrics in the basic weaves and its derivatives
using different kinds of yarns such as cotton, wool, silk, etc. by hand on a fly-shuttle or a throw-shuttle
handloom as per the provided yarn and pattern or design specifications.

Personal Attributes

A two shaft handloom weaver should have physicals skills like dexterity, hand-eye-leg coordination, motor
skills, strength, stamina and ability to handle heavy equipment. A two shaft handloom weaver should also
have sensory skills like hearing ability and vision (normal distance vision, colour vision, night vision,
peripheral vision, depth perception, ability to differentiate between colours, shade, depth and ability to
change focus).

Applicable National Occupational Standards (NOS)

Compulsory NOS:

1. TSC/N7305: Carry out pre-weaving activities in handloom

2. TSC/N7306: Operate the handloom

3. TSC/N7307: Contribute to achieve quality in handloom weaving

4. TSC/N9015: Follow machine, safety, and organizational guidelines in textile sector

5. TSC/N9016: Follow teamwork, adaptability, and communication guidelines in textile sector

6. DGT/VSQ/N0101: Employability Skills (30 Hours)

Qualification Pack (QP) Parameters

Sector Textile

Sub-Sector Handloom & Khadi

Occupation Weaver

Country India

NSQF Level 3

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Credits 11

Aligned to NCO/ISCO/ISIC Code NCO-2015/7318.58

9th Class (with No Experience (OR) Grade 8 pass and

pursuing continuous schooling in regular school with
Minimum Educational Qualification & vocational subject with no experience (OR) 8th grade
Experience pass with 1 year of relevant experience (OR) 5th
grade pass with 4 years of relevant experience (OR)
Ability to read and write with 5 years of experience)

Minimum Level of Education for

9th Class
Training in School

Pre-Requisite License or Training NA

Minimum Job Entry Age 16 Years

Last Reviewed On NA

Next Review Date 30/09/2024

NSQC Approval Date 17/11/2022

Version 3.0

Reference code on NQR 2022/TEXT/TSC/07075

NQR Version 1.0

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TSC/N7305: Carry out pre-weaving activities in handloom

Description

This OS unit is about performance criteria, knowledge and understanding and generic skills required for
executing necessary techniques to undertake pre-weaving activities such as drafting, denting, filling pirns,
preparing the two shaft looms and analysing the design.

Scope

The scope covers the following :

Undertake the pre-weaving activities

Elements and Performance Criteria

Undertake the pre-weaving activities

To be competent, the user/individual on the job must be able to:
PC1. implement the steps to gait the warp sheets as per standard operating procedure
PC2. check the functioning of loom mechanisms like shedding, picking, let-off, beating and take-
up
PC3. check the availability of weaver’s beam as per design specifications
PC4. verify the condition of the weaver’s beam including the selvedge for cross ends, ends pulling
out, etc.
PC5. ensure that all spare material, raw material, tools, accessories, fabric are stored at
designated areas
PC6. employ basic techniques to ensure that the attached warp sheet is drafted and dented as per
the instructions and design specifications provided
PC7. calculate the number of shuttles required and keep them ready with properly loaded
coloured pirns as per the design specifications
PC8. check the availability and condition of the shuttle, weft yarn and filled pirns
PC9. comprehend the given design such as plain or its variations which needs to be woven
PC10. adjust the treadle straps as per the required shed height

Knowledge and Understanding (KU)

The individual on the job needs to know and understand:

KU1. guidelines and standards for quality handloom weaving

KU2. scope of work, responsibility and reporting procedure
KU3. method to obtain further information on work related tasks
KU4. different parts of the handloom such as beams, healds, heald shafts, treadles, reed, etc.
KU5. different types of fibres, yarns, count, twist, etc.
KU6. types of basic weaves- plain and its variations

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KU7. details of shedding, picking take up and let off motions of two shaft hand loom and their
functions
KU8. potential hazards associated with the preparation of two shaft handloom and the safety
precautions
KU9. technical terms associated with all pre-loom operations
KU10. treadle strap tying methods
KU11. types of tools and equipment used
KU12. step-by-step process flow involved in the pre-loom operations
KU13. causes for fabric defects due to improper pre-loom activities and defective loom

Generic Skills (GS)

User/individual on the job needs to know how to:

GS1. write in local or English language of instructions received from clients or master weaver
GS2. read and interpret documents in local or English language
GS3. listen attentively
GS4. talk effectively to convey information succinctly and unequivocally
GS5. interpret contractor or clients work requirements and other weaving related specifications
correctly plan and organize own work as per timelines and commitments
GS6. provide opinion on work in a detailed and constructive way

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Assessment Criteria

Theory Practical Project Viva

Assessment Criteria for Outcomes
Marks Marks Marks Marks

Undertake the pre-weaving activities 100 190 - -

PC1. implement the steps to gait the warp

- - - -
sheets as per standard operating procedure

PC2. check the functioning of loom mechanisms

like shedding, picking, let-off, beating and take- - - - -
up

PC3. check the availability of weaver’s beam as

- - - -
per design specifications

PC4. verify the condition of the weaver’s beam

including the selvedge for cross ends, ends - - - -
pulling out, etc.

PC5. ensure that all spare material, raw material,

tools, accessories, fabric are stored at - - - -
designated areas

PC6. employ basic techniques to ensure that the

attached warp sheet is drafted and dented as
- - - -
per the instructions and design specifications
provided

PC7. calculate the number of shuttles required

and keep them ready with properly loaded - - - -
coloured pirns as per the design specifications

PC8. check the availability and condition of the

- - - -
shuttle, weft yarn and filled pirns

PC9. comprehend the given design such as plain

- - - -
or its variations which needs to be woven

PC10. adjust the treadle straps as per the

- - - -
required shed height

NOS Total 100 190 - -

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National Occupational Standards (NOS) Parameters

NOS Code TSC/N7305

NOS Name Carry out pre-weaving activities in handloom

Sector Textile

Sub-Sector Handloom & Khadi

Occupation Weaver

NSQF Level 3

Credits TBD

Version 2.0

Last Reviewed Date 23/06/2021

Next Review Date 30/09/2024

NSQC Clearance Date 17/11/2022

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TSC/N7306: Operate the handloom

Description

This OS unit is about performance criteria, knowledge and understanding and generic skills required for
operating the two shaft handloom, mending of warp and weft breaks, and other related work
responsibilities while weaving basic weaves and its derivatives on a two shaft handloom.

Scope

The scope covers the following :

Operate the two shaft handloom

Mend warp and weft breaks
Other work responsibilities in two shaft handloom weaving

Elements and Performance Criteria

Operate the two shaft handloom

To be competent, the user/individual on the job must be able to:
PC1. check the starting position of the two shaft handloom parts like heald shafts, reed, shuttle,
warp beam and cloth beam
PC2. carry-out the primary, secondary and auxiliary weaving operations on the two-shaft
handloom to weave the fabric as per design specifications
PC3. use raw materials as per the specifications provided
PC4. maintain required weft tension through the weaving operation
PC5. carry out pirn and shuttle changes as per the design specifications
PC6. maintain fabric width using temples or wooden staves
PC7. maintain constant warp tension during weaving by adjusting the 'let-off' and 'take-up'
functions as and when required
PC8. employ techniques to make adjustments promptly to ensure the hand-woven fabric matches
the specification
Mend warp and weft breaks
To be competent, the user/individual on the job must be able to:
PC9. identify the broken warp end by standard technique
PC10. mend the broken end using weaver's knot using allotted thrums
PC11. draw the mended warp yarn through the heald, reed dent as per the prescribed weave
drawing order using drawing hook
PC12. fix the drawn broken end outside the fell of cloth
PC13. take the broken weft out of the shed as per specified procedure
PC14. insert shuttle from the broken weft position to continue the weft supply by following standard
procedure
PC15. check the weft pattern as per the specified design
PC16. change the pirn and shuttle as per specified design

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Other work responsibilities in two shaft handloom weaving

To be competent, the user/individual on the job must be able to:
PC17. follow timelines for fabric production and delivery
PC18. store the required weft pirns and warp thrumbs in the allocated place
PC19. operate the two shaft handloom without weft crack
PC20. monitor the condition of healds and shafts at specified intervals
PC21. doff and store the cloth roller as per the SOP
PC22. clear the surface damages of the shuttle using specified emery sheet

Knowledge and Understanding (KU)

The individual on the job needs to know and understand:

KU1. the cooperative society/NGO/SHG/cluster policies, procedures, guidelines and standards for
quality
KU2. potential hazards associated with the two shaft weaving operation and with the safety
precautions
KU3. weavability of various yarns such as natural fibres, manmade fibres and blended fibres on
hand looms
KU4. various types of looms for woven fabric production
KU5. types of shuttles used for handloom woven fabric production
KU6. types of emery paper and its usage in handloom weaving place
KU7. various types of shedding mechanism and its working principle
KU8. different types of weaves such as plain, twill, satin, jacquard designs, etc.
KU9. remedies of various types of fabric defects such as weaver oriented, machine oriented, raw
material oriented, etc.
KU10. tolerance limits for cloth width, Ends Per Inch (EPI), Picks Per Inch (PPI), etc.

Generic Skills (GS)

User/individual on the job needs to know how to:

GS1. write clear and short sentences in the production record book
GS2. communicate with weavers and master weavers as per standard protocol
GS3. comprehend written basic weave and its derivatives fabric production instructions
GS4. perform basic arithmetical calculations to calculate fabric production, yarn requirements, etc.

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Assessment Criteria

Theory Practical Project Viva

Assessment Criteria for Outcomes
Marks Marks Marks Marks

Operate the two shaft handloom 40 70 - -

PC1. check the starting position of the two shaft

handloom parts like heald shafts, reed, shuttle, - - - -
warp beam and cloth beam

PC2. carry-out the primary, secondary and

auxiliary weaving operations on the two-shaft
- - - -
handloom to weave the fabric as per design
specifications

PC3. use raw materials as per the specifications

- - - -
provided

PC4. maintain required weft tension through the

- - - -
weaving operation

PC5. carry out pirn and shuttle changes as per

- - - -
the design specifications

PC6. maintain fabric width using temples or

- - - -
wooden staves

PC7. maintain constant warp tension during

weaving by adjusting the 'let-off' and 'take-up' - - - -
functions as and when required

PC8. employ techniques to make adjustments

promptly to ensure the hand-woven fabric - - - -
matches the specification

Mend warp and weft breaks 30 60 - -

PC9. identify the broken warp end by standard

- - - -
technique

PC10. mend the broken end using weaver's knot

- - - -
using allotted thrums

PC11. draw the mended warp yarn through the

heald, reed dent as per the prescribed weave - - - -
drawing order using drawing hook

PC12. fix the drawn broken end outside the fell

- - - -
of cloth

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Theory Practical Project Viva

Assessment Criteria for Outcomes
Marks Marks Marks Marks

PC13. take the broken weft out of the shed as

- - - -
per specified procedure

PC14. insert shuttle from the broken weft

position to continue the weft supply by following - - - -
standard procedure

PC15. check the weft pattern as per the specified

- - - -
design

PC16. change the pirn and shuttle as per

- - - -
specified design

Other work responsibilities in two shaft handloom

30 60 - -
weaving

PC17. follow timelines for fabric production and

- - - -
delivery

PC18. store the required weft pirns and warp

- - - -
thrumbs in the allocated place

PC19. operate the two shaft handloom without

- - - -
weft crack

PC20. monitor the condition of healds and shafts

- - - -
at specified intervals

PC21. doff and store the cloth roller as per the

- - - -
SOP

PC22. clear the surface damages of the shuttle

- - - -
using specified emery sheet

NOS Total 100 190 - -

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National Occupational Standards (NOS) Parameters

NOS Code TSC/N7306

NOS Name Operate the handloom

Sector Textile

Sub-Sector Handloom & Khadi

Occupation Weaver

NSQF Level 3

Credits TBD

Version 2.0

Last Reviewed Date 23/06/2021

Next Review Date 30/09/2024

NSQC Clearance Date 17/11/2022

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TSC/N7307: Contribute to achieve quality in handloom weaving

Description

This unit provides performance criteria, knowledge and understanding and skills and abilities required to
monitor and maintain the fabric quality woven on the two shaft handloom as per specifications.

Scope

The scope covers the following :

Produce quality fabrics in two shaft handloom

Elements and Performance Criteria

Produce quality fabrics in two shaft handloom

To be competent, the user/individual on the job must be able to:
PC1. identify and use raw materials as per the specifications provided
PC2. identify faulty materials and components and get them rectified
PC3. identify mendable basic weave fabric defects for rework
PC4. make adjustments promptly to ensure the hand-woven fabric matches the specifications
PC5. carry out quality checks at specified intervals according to the specifications
PC6. apply the allowed tolerances in the weaving operation
PC7. identify materials and components which can cause crease, stain and damage to the woven
fabric

Knowledge and Understanding (KU)

The individual on the job needs to know and understand:

KU1. the cooperative society/NGO/SHG/cluster policies, procedures, guidelines and standards for
quality
KU2. woven fabric grading points
KU3. basic weave woven fabric quality requirements
KU4. mendable and non-mendable woven fabric defects

Generic Skills (GS)

User/individual on the job needs to know how to:

GS1. write clear and short sentences with respect to quality achieved
GS2. comprehend written quality instructions
GS3. communicate with weavers and master weavers as per standard protocol

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Assessment Criteria

Theory Practical Project Viva

Assessment Criteria for Outcomes
Marks Marks Marks Marks

Produce quality fabrics in two shaft handloom 25 55 - -

PC1. identify and use raw materials as per the

- - - -
specifications provided

PC2. identify faulty materials and components

- - - -
and get them rectified

PC3. identify mendable basic weave fabric

- - - -
defects for rework

PC4. make adjustments promptly to ensure

the hand-woven fabric matches the - - - -
specifications

PC5. carry out quality checks at specified

- - - -
intervals according to the specifications

PC6. apply the allowed tolerances in the

- - - -
weaving operation

PC7. identify materials and components which

can cause crease, stain and damage to the - - - -
woven fabric

NOS Total 25 55 - -

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National Occupational Standards (NOS) Parameters

NOS Code TSC/N7307

NOS Name Contribute to achieve quality in handloom weaving

Sector Textile

Sub-Sector Handloom & Khadi

Occupation Weaver

NSQF Level 3

Credits TBD

Version 2.0

Last Reviewed Date 23/06/2021

Next Review Date 30/09/2024

NSQC Clearance Date 17/11/2022

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TSC/N9015: Follow machine, safety, and organizational guidelines in

textile sector

Description

This unit provides performance criteria, knowledge and skills required to follow machine, safety and
organizational guidelines in textile sector.

Scope

The scope covers the following :

Maintaining the work area, tools and machines

Greening and energy conservation in textile sector
Health, safety and response to emergencies at textile sector
Organizational standards and policies

Elements and Performance Criteria

Maintaining the work area, tools and machines

To be competent, the user/individual on the job must be able to:
PC1. handle materials, machinery, equipment and tools as per standard procedure
PC2. use appropriate material handling equipment and tools as per standard procedure
PC3. keep the equipment, machine and work area clean using appropriate cleaning tools as per
standard procedure
PC4. undertake minor routine maintenance of equipment and tools as per standard maintenance
procedure
PC5. maintain record for defective and unsafe equipment and tools
PC6. verify that machine guards are in place as per standard specifications
PC7. follow specified ergonomics for the assigned job role in textile sector
PC8. collect and store worn-out spare parts at specified location
PC9. report the condition of worn out parts as per standard procedure
Greening and energy conservation in textile sector
To be competent, the user/individual on the job must be able to:
PC10. segregate wastes such as recyclable, non-recyclable, hazardous as per standard protocol
PC11. optimize usage of material and resources including water, electricity in various tasks
PC12. switch off the machines and lights when not in use
Health, safety and response to emergencies at textile sector
To be competent, the user/individual on the job must be able to:
PC13. use Personal Protective Equipment (PPEs) like body protector, ear plugs, nose mask, head
cap, etc. as per guidelines
PC14. identify abnormal sounds emanating from faulty or worn out machine parts and take
appropriate action
PC15. avoid dependency on any type of intoxicants

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PC16. maintain social distance as per the instruction at workplace

PC17. report hazardous material to superiors at workplace
PC18. use the various appropriate fire extinguishers on different types of fires correctly
PC19. follow the specified steps in case of electricity failure
PC20. lift heavy objects using correct lifting procedures
PC21. recall emergency exits, safe spots, etc. of workplace
PC22. practice mock drills and evacuation procedures organized by industry
PC23. assist others to reach to safe spots in emergency situations
PC24. provide basic first aid for injury to peers and report to superiors
PC25. interpret different signs, alarms and take action appropriately
PC26. follow the guidelines while working in hazards atmosphere
PC27. assist in designing the safety plans with peers and superiors
PC28. follow the approved safety plans at workplace
Organizational standards and policies
To be competent, the user/individual on the job must be able to:
PC29. perform assigned duties as per organization’s protocol within scheduled time period
PC30. follow organization policies, quality standards, rules and regulations for working in textile
sector
PC31. motivate colleagues to follow operational guidelines of organization
PC32. wear specified uniform and follow etiquette as per standard guidelines for the textile sector
PC33. maintain hygienic working atmosphere as per protocol of the textile sector
PC34. submit lost and found articles as per standard protocol

Knowledge and Understanding (KU)

The individual on the job needs to know and understand:

KU1. organizational standard procedures, quality standards, rules, codes, policies and safety
standards in the textile sector
KU2. different type of tools and equipment used in textile sub- sector and their specifications and
operating procedures
KU3. safe handling procedure of tools and equipment
KU4. the importance of displays and written instructions for the allocated machines
KU5. dos and donts specific to the assigned work responsibilities
KU6. protocol for minimizing the wastage of material, effort and time
KU7. organization’s formats and procedures for reporting production, defects, faults, material/tool
requisition and quality parameters and task completed for assigned job
KU8. schedule for cleaning and waste collection for the assigned job role
KU9. importance and standard procedure for disposal of soft, hard, non-hazardous and hazardous
wastes and materials
KU10. available types of material handling equipment and handling methods used in the textile
sector

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KU11. hazards of unsafe workplace conditions and procedures in the textile industry and methods
to avoid hazards
KU12. various types of fire extinguishers
KU13. importance of stable mental condition in case of emergency
KU14. correct work posture and importance of ergonomics for the assigned job role
KU15. organizational quality systems like quality circle, 5S, ISO, SA, etc. followed in the textile
sector
KU16. importance of following work wear standards, behavioral protocols and etiquette in the
textile sector
KU17. importance of energy conservation through proper maintenance schedule in the textile
sector
KU18. procedures and formats for reporting lost and found material
KU19. different types of alarms and their significance

Generic Skills (GS)

User/individual on the job needs to know how to:

GS1. read and comprehend policies in notice boards displayed in the workplace
GS2. minimize the resource consumption for the assigned task
GS3. solve basic arithmetic calculations related to assigned job role
GS4. recognize and differentiate colors of materials used in textile sector
GS5. lift specified materials for the allotted task using prescribed ergonomic position
GS6. exhibit motor skill required for the allotted task

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Assessment Criteria

Theory Practical Project Viva

Assessment Criteria for Outcomes
Marks Marks Marks Marks

Maintaining the work area, tools and machines 10 10 - 6

PC1. handle materials, machinery, equipment

- - - -
and tools as per standard procedure

PC2. use appropriate material handling

- - - -
equipment and tools as per standard procedure

PC3. keep the equipment, machine and work

area clean using appropriate cleaning tools as - - - -
per standard procedure

PC4. undertake minor routine maintenance of

equipment and tools as per standard - - - -
maintenance procedure

PC5. maintain record for defective and unsafe

- - - -
equipment and tools

PC6. verify that machine guards are in place as

- - - -
per standard specifications

PC7. follow specified ergonomics for the assigned

- - - -
job role in textile sector

PC8. collect and store worn-out spare parts at

- - - -
specified location

PC9. report the condition of worn out parts as per

- - - -
standard procedure

Greening and energy conservation in textile sector 7 10 - 6

PC10. segregate wastes such as recyclable, non-

- - - -
recyclable, hazardous as per standard protocol

PC11. optimize usage of material and resources

- - - -
including water, electricity in various tasks

PC12. switch off the machines and lights when

- - - -
not in use

Health, safety and response to emergencies at

32 40 - 28
textile sector

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Theory Practical Project Viva

Assessment Criteria for Outcomes
Marks Marks Marks Marks

PC13. use Personal Protective Equipment (PPEs)

like body protector, ear plugs, nose mask, head - - - -
cap, etc. as per guidelines

PC14. identify abnormal sounds emanating from

faulty or worn out machine parts and take - - - -
appropriate action

PC15. avoid dependency on any type of

- - - -
intoxicants

PC16. maintain social distance as per the

- - - -
instruction at workplace

PC17. report hazardous material to superiors at

- - - -
workplace

PC18. use the various appropriate fire

- - - -
extinguishers on different types of fires correctly

PC19. follow the specified steps in case of

- - - -
electricity failure

PC20. lift heavy objects using correct lifting

- - - -
procedures

PC21. recall emergency exits, safe spots, etc. of

- - - -
workplace

PC22. practice mock drills and evacuation

- - - -
procedures organized by industry

PC23. assist others to reach to safe spots in

- - - -
emergency situations

PC24. provide basic first aid for injury to peers

- - - -
and report to superiors

PC25. interpret different signs, alarms and take

- - - -
action appropriately

PC26. follow the guidelines while working in

- - - -
hazards atmosphere

PC27. assist in designing the safety plans with

- - - -
peers and superiors

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Theory Practical Project Viva

Assessment Criteria for Outcomes
Marks Marks Marks Marks

PC28. follow the approved safety plans at

- - - -
workplace

Organizational standards and policies 16 20 - 10

PC29. perform assigned duties as per

organization’s protocol within scheduled time - - - -
period

PC30. follow organization policies, quality

standards, rules and regulations for working in - - - -
textile sector

PC31. motivate colleagues to follow operational

- - - -
guidelines of organization

PC32. wear specified uniform and follow etiquette

- - - -
as per standard guidelines for the textile sector

PC33. maintain hygienic working atmosphere as

- - - -
per protocol of the textile sector

PC34. submit lost and found articles as per

- - - -
standard protocol

NOS Total 65 80 - 50

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National Occupational Standards (NOS) Parameters

NOS Code TSC/N9015

NOS Name Follow machine, safety, and organizational guidelines in textile sector

Sector Textile

Sub-Sector Generic - Textiles Handloom

Occupation Generic - Textiles & Handloom

NSQF Level 4

Credits TBD

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Last Reviewed Date 27/01/2022

Next Review Date 31/03/2025

NSQC Clearance Date 17/11/2022

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TSC/N9016: Follow teamwork, adaptability, and communication

guidelines in textile sector

Description

This unit provides performance criteria, knowledge and skills required to follow team work, communication
and adaptability in textile sector

Scope

The scope covers the following :

Teamwork and communication

Adaptability

Elements and Performance Criteria

Teamwork, trust and communication

To be competent, the user/individual on the job must be able to:
PC1. contribute to create a positive work environment in the team
PC2. carry out tasks as per instructions received from superiors
PC3. contribute to team work as per allocated responsibility to complete the task by using
appropriate tools and methods
PC4. build trust with team mates and superiors
PC5. implement the ideas after superior’s approval at work place
PC6. communicate clearly with the team members as per standard protocol
PC7. use suggested hand signs, vocal sound signals to convey the information in the production
area
PC8. listen effectively to the ideas and concerns of the peers
PC9. use correct and respectful terms while communicating as per industry policy
PC10. express views proactively and effectively
PC11. make efforts to resolve difference of opinion with superiors and team members
PC12. report to superior for problems identified in assigned duty
PC13. report the daily performance to superior in prescribed manner and formats
Adaptability
To be competent, the user/individual on the job must be able to:
PC14. adapt to flexible work environment for the assigned task
PC15. adapt to work with various members of different ethnicity, gender and PwD without biases
PC16. consider opinions of colleagues, fitters, superiors for the assigned task
PC17. plan the work-routine within the limits of the responsibility
PC18. adopt new ideas after due approval from superior for improving the productivity

Knowledge and Understanding (KU)

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The individual on the job needs to know and understand:

KU1. importance of teamwork and discipline

KU2. limits and responsibilities for the assigned duties in the textile sector
KU3. possible conflicts in the assigned job role and methods to resolve the same
KU4. importance of teamwork, group discussions and healthy work environment
KU5. importance of reporting as per the standard protocol
KU6. hierarchy of communication and communication etiquettes in the textile sector
KU7. protocol for communication with different ethnicity, gender and PwD
KU8. report and grievance submission formats
KU9. importance of hand, vocal sound signals in the textile sector

Generic Skills (GS)

User/individual on the job needs to know how to:

GS1. read and comprehend written instructions

GS2. listen effectivity for the instructions
GS3. coordinate with team mates for the allotted tasks
GS4. use and comprehend prescribed voice and hand signals in the textile production area
GS5. fill forms and prepare reports such as production report, material requisition forms, leave
application, etc. as per standard formats

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Assessment Criteria

Theory Practical Project Viva

Assessment Criteria for Outcomes
Marks Marks Marks Marks

Teamwork, trust and communication 10 15 - 5

PC1. contribute to create a positive work

- - - -
environment in the team

PC2. carry out tasks as per instructions received

- - - -
from superiors

PC3. contribute to team work as per allocated

responsibility to complete the task by using - - - -
appropriate tools and methods

PC4. build trust with team mates and superiors - - - -

PC5. implement the ideas after superior’s

- - - -
approval at work place

PC6. communicate clearly with the team

- - - -
members as per standard protocol

PC7. use suggested hand signs, vocal sound

signals to convey the information in the - - - -
production area

PC8. listen effectively to the ideas and concerns

- - - -
of the peers

PC9. use correct and respectful terms while

- - - -
communicating as per industry policy

PC10. express views proactively and effectively - - - -

PC11. make efforts to resolve difference of

- - - -
opinion with superiors and team members

PC12. report to superior for problems identified

- - - -
in assigned duty

PC13. report the daily performance to superior

- - - -
in prescribed manner and formats

Adaptability 5 5 - 5

PC14. adapt to flexible work environment for the

- - - -
assigned task

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Theory Practical Project Viva

Assessment Criteria for Outcomes
Marks Marks Marks Marks

PC15. adapt to work with various members of

different ethnicity, gender and PwD without - - - -
biases

PC16. consider opinions of colleagues, fitters,

- - - -
superiors for the assigned task

PC17. plan the work-routine within the limits of

- - - -
the responsibility

PC18. adopt new ideas after due approval from

- - - -
superior for improving the productivity

NOS Total 15 20 - 10

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National Occupational Standards (NOS) Parameters

NOS Code TSC/N9016

Follow teamwork, adaptability, and communication guidelines in textile

NOS Name
sector

Sector Textile

Sub-Sector Generic - Textiles Handloom

Occupation Generic - Textiles & Handloom

NSQF Level 4

Credits TBD

Version 1.0

Last Reviewed Date 27/01/2022

Next Review Date 31/03/2025

NSQC Clearance Date 17/11/2022

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DGT/VSQ/N0101: Employability Skills (30 Hours)

Description

This unit is about employability skills, Constitutional values, becoming a professional in the 21st Century,
digital, financial, and legal literacy, diversity and Inclusion, English and communication skills, customer
service, entrepreneurship, and apprenticeship, getting ready for jobs and career development.

Scope

The scope covers the following :

Introduction to Employability Skills

Constitutional values - Citizenship
Becoming a Professional in the 21st Century
Basic English Skills
Communication Skills
Diversity & Inclusion
Financial and Legal Literacy
Essential Digital Skills
Entrepreneurship
Customer Service
Getting ready for Apprenticeship & Jobs

Elements and Performance Criteria

Introduction to Employability Skills

To be competent, the user/individual on the job must be able to:
PC1. understand the significance of employability skills in meeting the job requirements
Constitutional values – Citizenship
To be competent, the user/individual on the job must be able to:
PC2. identify constitutional values, civic rights, duties, personal values and ethics and
environmentally sustainable practices
Becoming a Professional in the 21st Century
To be competent, the user/individual on the job must be able to:
PC3. explain 21st Century Skills such as Self-Awareness, Behavior Skills, Positive attitude, self-
motivation, problem-solving, creative thinking, time management, social and cultural
awareness, emotional awareness, continuous learning mindset etc.
Basic English Skills
To be competent, the user/individual on the job must be able to:
PC4. speak with others using some basic English phrases or sentences
Communication Skills
To be competent, the user/individual on the job must be able to:
PC5. follow good manners while communicating with others
PC6. work with others in a team

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Diversity & Inclusion

To be competent, the user/individual on the job must be able to:
PC7. communicate and behave appropriately with all genders and PwD
PC8. report any issues related to sexual harassment
Financial and Legal Literacy
To be competent, the user/individual on the job must be able to:
PC9. use various financial products and services safely and securely
PC10. calculate income, expenses, savings etc.
PC11. approach the concerned authorities for any exploitation as per legal rights and laws
Essential Digital Skills
To be competent, the user/individual on the job must be able to:
PC12. operate digital devices and use its features and applications securely and safely
PC13. use internet and social media platforms securely and safely
Entrepreneurship
To be competent, the user/individual on the job must be able to:
PC14. identify and assess opportunities for potential business
PC15. identify sources for arranging money and associated financial and legal challenges
Customer Service
To be competent, the user/individual on the job must be able to:
PC16. identify different types of customers
PC17. identify customer needs and address them appropriately
PC18. follow appropriate hygiene and grooming standards
Getting ready for apprenticeship & Jobs
To be competent, the user/individual on the job must be able to:
PC19. create a basic biodata
PC20. search for suitable jobs and apply
PC21. identify and register apprenticeship opportunities as per requirement

Knowledge and Understanding (KU)

The individual on the job needs to know and understand:

KU1. need for employability skills

KU2. various constitutional and personal values
KU3. different environmentally sustainable practices and their importance
KU4. Twenty first (21st) century skills and their importance
KU5. how to use basic spoken English language
KU6. Do and dont of effective communication
KU7. inclusivity and its importance
KU8. different types of disabilities and appropriate communication and behaviour towards PwD
KU9. different types of financial products and services

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KU10. how to compute income and expenses

KU11. importance of maintaining safety and security in financial transactions
KU12. different legal rights and laws
KU13. how to operate digital devices and applications safely and securely
KU14. ways to identify business opportunities
KU15. types of customers and their needs
KU16. how to apply for a job and prepare for an interview
KU17. apprenticeship scheme and the process of registering on apprenticeship portal

Generic Skills (GS)

User/individual on the job needs to know how to:

GS1. communicate effectively using appropriate language

GS2. behave politely and appropriately with all
GS3. perform basic calculations
GS4. solve problems effectively
GS5. be careful and attentive at work
GS6. use time effectively
GS7. maintain hygiene and sanitisation to avoid infection

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Assessment Criteria

Theory Practical Project Viva

Assessment Criteria for Outcomes
Marks Marks Marks Marks

Introduction to Employability Skills 1 1 - -

PC1. understand the significance of

employability skills in meeting the job - - - -
requirements

Constitutional values – Citizenship 1 1 - -

PC2. identify constitutional values, civic rights,

duties, personal values and ethics and - - - -
environmentally sustainable practices

Becoming a Professional in the 21st Century 1 3 - -

PC3. explain 21st Century Skills such as Self-

Awareness, Behavior Skills, Positive attitude,
self-motivation, problem-solving, creative
- - - -
thinking, time management, social and cultural
awareness, emotional awareness, continuous
learning mindset etc.

Basic English Skills 2 3 - -

PC4. speak with others using some basic

- - - -
English phrases or sentences

Communication Skills 1 1 - -

PC5. follow good manners while communicating

- - - -
with others

PC6. work with others in a team - - - -

Diversity & Inclusion 1 1 - -

PC7. communicate and behave appropriately

- - - -
with all genders and PwD

PC8. report any issues related to sexual

- - - -
harassment

Financial and Legal Literacy 3 4 - -

PC9. use various financial products and services

- - - -
safely and securely

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Theory Practical Project Viva

Assessment Criteria for Outcomes
Marks Marks Marks Marks

PC10. calculate income, expenses, savings etc. - - - -

PC11. approach the concerned authorities for

- - - -
any exploitation as per legal rights and laws

Essential Digital Skills 4 6 - -

PC12. operate digital devices and use its

- - - -
features and applications securely and safely

PC13. use internet and social media platforms

- - - -
securely and safely

Entrepreneurship 3 5 - -

PC14. identify and assess opportunities for

- - - -
potential business

PC15. identify sources for arranging money and

- - - -
associated financial and legal challenges

Customer Service 2 2 - -

PC16. identify different types of customers - - - -

PC17. identify customer needs and address

- - - -
them appropriately

PC18. follow appropriate hygiene and grooming

- - - -
standards

Getting ready for apprenticeship & Jobs 1 3 - -

PC19. create a basic biodata - - - -

PC20. search for suitable jobs and apply - - - -

PC21. identify and register apprenticeship

- - - -
opportunities as per requirement

NOS Total 20 30 - -

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National Occupational Standards (NOS) Parameters

NOS Code DGT/VSQ/N0101

NOS Name Employability Skills (30 Hours)

Sector Cross Sectoral

Sub-Sector Professional Skills

Occupation Employability

NSQF Level 2

Credits 1

Version 1.0

Last Reviewed Date NA

Next Review Date 17/11/2025

NSQC Clearance Date 17/11/2022

Assessment Guidelines and Assessment Weightage

Assessment Guidelines

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 and Skills Practical for each PC.

The assessment for the theory part will be based on knowledge bank of questions created by the SSC.

Individual assessment agencies will create unique question papers for theory part for each candidate at
each examination/training center (as per assessment criteria below).

Individual assessment agencies will create unique evaluations for skill practical for every student at each
examination/ training center based on these criteria.

In case of successfully passing only certain number of NOSs, the trainee is eligible to take subsequent
assessment on the balance NOS's to pass the Qualification Pack.

In case of unsuccessful completion, the trainee may seek reassessment on the Qualification Pack

Minimum Aggregate Passing % at QP Level : 50

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successfully clear the Qualification Pack assessment.)

Assessment Weightage

Compulsory NOS

National Occupational Theory Practical Project Viva Total

Weightage
Standards Marks Marks Marks Marks Marks

TSC/N7305.Carry out pre-

100 190 - - 290 30
weaving activities in handloom

TSC/N7306.Operate the
100 190 - - 290 30
handloom

TSC/N7307.Contribute to
achieve quality in handloom 25 55 - - 80 10
weaving

TSC/N9015.Follow machine,
safety, and organizational 65 80 - 50 195 20
guidelines in textile sector

TSC/N9016.Follow teamwork,
adaptability, and
15 20 - 10 45 5
communication guidelines in
textile sector

DGT/VSQ/N0101.Employability
20 30 0 0 50 5
Skills (30 Hours)

Total 325 565 0 60 950 100

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Acronyms

NOS National Occupational Standard(s)

NSQF National Skills Qualifications Framework

QP Qualifications Pack

TVET Technical and Vocational Education and Training

NGO Non - Governmental Organization

SHG Self Help Group

EPI Ends Per Inch

PPI Picks Per Inch

SOP Standard Operating Procedure

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Glossary

Sector is a conglomeration of different business operations having

similar business and interests. It may also be defined as a distinct
Sector
subset of the economy whose components share similar characteristics
and interests.

Sub-sector is derived from a further breakdown based on the

Sub-sector
characteristics and interests of its components.

Occupation is a set of job roles, which perform similar/ related set of

Occupation
functions in an industry.

Job role defines a unique set of functions that together form a unique
Job role
employment opportunity in an organisation.

OS specify the standards of performance an individual must achieve

when carrying out a function in the workplace, together with the
Occupational
Knowledge and Understanding (KU) they need to meet that standard
Standards (OS)
consistently. Occupational Standards are applicable both in the Indian
and global contexts.

Performance Criteria Performance Criteria (PC) are statements that together specify the
(PC) standard of performance required when carrying out a task.

National
NOS are occupational standards which apply uniquely in the Indian
Occupational
context.
Standards (NOS)

QP comprises the set of OS, together with the educational, training and
Qualifications Pack
other criteria required to perform a job role. A QP is assigned a unique
(QP)
qualifications pack code.

Unit code is a unique identifier for an Occupational Standard, which is

Unit Code
denoted by an ‘N’

Unit title gives a clear overall statement about what the incumbent
Unit Title
should be able to do.

Description gives a short summary of the unit content. This would be

Description helpful to anyone searching on a database to verify that this is the
appropriate OS they are looking for.

Scope is a set of statements specifying the range of variables that an

Scope individual may have to deal with in carrying out the function which have
a critical impact on quality of performance required.

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Knowledge and Understanding (KU) are statements which together

Knowledge and specify the technical, generic, professional and organisational specific
Understanding (KU) knowledge that an individual needs in order to perform to the required
standard.

Organisational context includes the way the organisation is structured

Organisational
and how it operates, including the extent of operative knowledge
Context
managers have of their relevant areas of responsibility.

Technical knowledge is the specific knowledge needed to accomplish

Technical Knowledge
specific designated responsibilities.

Core skills or Generic Skills (GS) are a group of skills that are the key to
learning and working in today’s world. These skills are typically needed
Core Skills/ Generic
in any work environment in today’s world. These skills are typically
Skills (GS)
needed in any work environment. In the context of the OS, these include
communication related skills that are applicable to most job roles.

Electives are NOS/set of NOS that are identified by the sector as

contributive to specialization in a job role. There may be multiple
Electives
electives within a QP for each specialized job role. Trainees must select
at least one elective for the successful completion of a QP with Electives.

Options are NOS/set of NOS that are identified by the sector as

Options additional skills. There may be multiple options within a QP. It is not
mandatory to select any of the options to complete a QP with Options.

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