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Canvas Goods Maker

Fabricates and repairs canvas and related products such as
awnings, tents, tarpaulins, horse rugs and caravan annexes.

Skill Level:

The entry requirement for this occupation is an AQF Certificate
III or higher qualification.

Tasks Include:

• lays out drawings for products such as awnings, tents and
  tarpaulins
• marks and cuts pattern outlines
• sews, glues or rivets sections together
• attaches grommets, fastenings, and other fittings
• secures ropes or cables to finished articles
• may stitch or stencil names or other identification on articles
• may make frames for awnings, tents and other articles
• may install finished products
• may draw designs for customers and prepare cost estimates
  and quotations