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Design, evaluate and make patterns for medical grade custom-made footwear
Design, evaluate and make patterns for medical grade custom-made footwear
Unit of competency
National Code
LMTMF6002A
LMTMF6002A
State Code
W7401
W7401
TGA Status
Deleted
Deleted
DTWD Status
Deleted
Deleted
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
15/10/2014
Original Release Date
16/07/2011
Nominal Hours
80
Field of Education
030109 - Footwear Making
Description
This unit covers the skills and knowledge required in the design, evaluation and making of patterns for the construction of medical grade custom-made footwear.
General notes
N/A
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Clarify assessments and prescriptions
- 1.1 Assessments and prescriptions are reviewed to confirm that all required information has been provided
- 1.2 Other parties are consulted, if necessary, to clarify or provide additional information
2 Determine resources required to prepare patterns
- 2.1 Materials to prepare pattern are selected
- 2.2 Appropriate techniques needed to prepare pattern are selected to ensure achievement of design and in accordance with OHS practices
3 Review and design patterns
- 3.1 For existing clients, patterns are reviewed against current requirements and modified consistent with specifications, as required
- 3.2 For new clients, patterns are designed based on client assessment information and foot and footwear measurements, consistent with specifications
- 3.3 Initial upper design is made on last
- 3.4 Information is accurately translated from three-dimensional last master to two-dimensional patterns
- 3.5 The standard patterns of upper and sole are produced in accordance with specifications and to accepted standards and construction tolerances
4 Make and evaluate mock up and fitting
- 4.1 Diagnostic fitting is evaluated, if used, and proposed construction and materials are reviewed in relation to viability of design, fitting and appropriateness
- 4.2 The design, pattern and construction materials are reviewed after outcomes of diagnostic fitting
5 Prepare specifications and materials requirements
- 5.1 Produce working specifications for construction of footwear to defined tolerances and standards
- 5.2 Identify material requirements for the construction of the footwear
6 Perform record keeping procedures
- 6.1 Client files are maintained to ensure accurate records are kept
- 6.2 Documentation is completed in accordance with established guidelines, policies and procedures
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.
Materials may include:
a full range of conventional leathers
appropriate textiles
plastic sheeting
appropriate padding
reinforcement
sole and related materials
fastening or closing devices
other specific items such as:
adhesives
threads
steel toe caps
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.
Materials may include:
a full range of conventional leathers
appropriate textiles
plastic sheeting
appropriate padding
reinforcement
sole and related materials
fastening or closing devices
other specific items such as:
adhesives
threads
steel toe caps
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:
obtain and clarify instructions and work requirements
determine resources needed to prepare patterns
select patterns to meet client specifications and requirements
modify, check and test patterns
prepare patterns
make mock-ups
use information from diagnostic fitting to refine and modify pattern
produce working specifications
identify material requirements to construct footwear
conduct record keeping tasks associated with the preparation of patterns
effective communication with client and medical grade footwear practitioners
apply OHS 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:
obtain and clarify instructions and work requirements
determine resources needed to prepare patterns
select patterns to meet client specifications and requirements
modify, check and test patterns
prepare patterns
make mock-ups
use information from diagnostic fitting to refine and modify pattern
produce working specifications
identify material requirements to construct footwear
conduct record keeping tasks associated with the preparation of patterns
effective communication with client and medical grade footwear practitioners
apply OHS 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| AYP78 | LMTPDMF03A | Design, evaluate and make patterns for medical grade custom-made footwear | Unit of competency |
