Unit of competency Outline
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22/07/2026 7:17 AM AWST
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Operate sole stitcher
Operate sole stitcher
Unit of competency
National Code
LMTFR3002A
LMTFR3002A
State Code
W7298
W7298
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
22/06/2011
Field of Education
030109 - Footwear Making
Original Release Date
22/06/2011
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit covers the skills and knowledge required for the stitching of soles by machine for welt or veldschoen constructed footwear.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Inspect the shoe or item
- 1.1 Shoes or item are inspected and customer advised on repair requirements materials and costs prior to commencing shoe repair
- 1.2 Job sheet is prepared and/or reviewed to ensure all requirements are included
- 1.3 Appropriate method of repair determined and appropriate equipment, tools are selected, prepared and checked
2 Preparation of shoe
- 2.1 Sole is secured to welting prior to sole stitching, if re-stitching a welt constructed shoe
- 2.2 Upper and sole is secured to the inner sole if re-stitching a veldschoen constructed shoe
3 Prepare workstation
- 3.1 Machine is cleaned and checked
- 3.2 Records are kept
4 Set up machine
- 4.1 Machine is set up, adjusted and switched on in accordance with manufacturer instructions and workplace requirements
- 4.2 Tension is set according to specifications
- 4.3 Wax pot is checked
- 4.4 Shoe guide is checked for correct distance
- 4.5 Channel knife is checked for correct positioning for welt or veldschoen constructed shoe
- 4.6 Stitch length is set and tested against required specifications
- 4.7 Machine is tested for correct operations
5 Perform stitching
- 5.1 Shoe is positioned accurately consistent with manufacturers procedures and stitched using sole stitcher
- 5.2 Threads are trimmed and burnished as required
6 Identify poor machine performance
- 6.1 The performance of the machine is regularly checked for signs of faulty operations and action taken in accordance with workplace procedures
7 Check and finish work
- 7.1 Final product is checked to ensure enterprise quality requirements are met
- 7.2 Shoes are stained, cleaned, polished and finished off to match as close as possible original shoe colour
- 7.3 Repaired shoes are packaged, labelled and stored
RANGE STATEMENT
The Range Statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the Performance Criteria, is detailed below. Add any essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment depending on the work situation, needs if the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts.
Legislative/regulatory requirements
All work must comply with relevant Federal and State or Territory legislative or regulatory requirements.
Machine may include:
Sole stitching machines include:
blake sole stitcher
welt sole stitcher
OHS practices
OHS practices must include hazard identification and control, risk assessment and implementation of risk reduction measures specific to the tasks described by this unit, and may include:
manual handling techniques
standard operating procedures
personal protective equipment
safe materials handling
taking of rest breaks
ergonomic arrangement of workplaces
following marked walkways
safe storage of equipment
housekeeping
reporting accidents and incidents
other OHS practices relevant to the job and enterprise
The Range Statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the Performance Criteria, is detailed below. Add any essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment depending on the work situation, needs if the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts.
Legislative/regulatory requirements
All work must comply with relevant Federal and State or Territory legislative or regulatory requirements.
Machine may include:
Sole stitching machines include:
blake sole stitcher
welt sole stitcher
OHS practices
OHS practices must include hazard identification and control, risk assessment and implementation of risk reduction measures specific to the tasks described by this unit, and may include:
manual handling techniques
standard operating procedures
personal protective equipment
safe materials handling
taking of rest breaks
ergonomic arrangement of workplaces
following marked walkways
safe storage of equipment
housekeeping
reporting accidents and incidents
other OHS practices relevant to the job and enterprise
The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria, Required Skills and Knowledge, the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Demonstrates skills and knowledge to:
check work against work order information and workplace quality standards
prepare workstation and work prior to commencing operations
apply machine stitching techniques
check and adjust sole stitcher
apply workplace health and safety policies in work operations
maintain accurate records
Consistently applies skills and knowledge when:
organising work
completing tasks
identifying improvements
using workplace practices
using OHS practices
recording and reporting accidents and incidents
assessing operational readiness of equipment used and work processes
recognising and adapting to cultural differences in the workplace, including modes of behaviour and interactions
completing work systematically with attention to detail without damage to goods and equipment
Context and specific resources for assessment
Assessment may occur on the job or in an appropriately simulated environment and requires access to work areas, materials and equipment and to information on workplace practices and OHS practices.
Guidance information for assessment
This unit may be assessed independently or in combination with other relevant units.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Demonstrates skills and knowledge to:
check work against work order information and workplace quality standards
prepare workstation and work prior to commencing operations
apply machine stitching techniques
check and adjust sole stitcher
apply workplace health and safety policies in work operations
maintain accurate records
Consistently applies skills and knowledge when:
organising work
completing tasks
identifying improvements
using workplace practices
using OHS practices
recording and reporting accidents and incidents
assessing operational readiness of equipment used and work processes
recognising and adapting to cultural differences in the workplace, including modes of behaviour and interactions
completing work systematically with attention to detail without damage to goods and equipment
Context and specific resources for assessment
Assessment may occur on the job or in an appropriately simulated environment and requires access to work areas, materials and equipment and to information on workplace practices and OHS practices.
Guidance information for assessment
This unit may be assessed independently or in combination with other relevant units.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| W1425 | LMTPRFR09A | Operate sole stitcher | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BAW13 | MSTFR3002 | Operate sole stitcher | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| W374 | LMT30807 | Certificate III in Footwear Repair | Qualification |