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Assemble and finish custom-made shoe

Assemble and finish custom-made shoe

Unit of competency
National Code
MSTFP4004
State Code
BAW20
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
04/07/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
01/12/2016
Field of Education
030109 - Footwear Making
Original Release Date
01/12/2016
Nominal Hours
80
Description
This unit of competency covers the skills and knowledge required to assemble and finish custom-made shoes.This unit of competency applies to manual or machine assembly and finish of custom-made shoes according to pattern specifications. The degree of complexity will depend on the leather and other materials used and intricacy of the design. Discretion and judgement may be required for both self and others in planning and selecting processes, procedures or outcomes.Competency must be demonstrated in relevant machine operations, including the setting of machines within specified tolerances and in accordance with manufacturer specifications, selection of materials, stitch types, needle threads and their qualities. Work may be conducted in small to large scale enterprises and may involve individual and team activities. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Determine job requirements
  • 1.1 Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs)
  • 1.2 Comply with work health and safety (WHS) requirements at all times
  • 1.3 Use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) in accordance with SOPs
  • 1.4 Identify job requirements from specifications, drawings, job sheets or work instructions
2 Perform preparatory work on shoe
  • 2.1 Set up workstation according to specifications and WHS practices
  • 2.2 Use discretion and judgement to select, interpret and apply procedures and appropriate assembly processes
  • 2.3 Follow work ticket to collect, sort, assemble and reassemble parts
  • 2.4 Undertake conditioning to reflect workplace procedures and according to construction technique
  • 2.5 Block upper, round or rand, as required, to conform to the last shape
  • 2.6 Insert counter or stiffener in accordance with workplace procedures and construction techniques
  • 2.7 Prepare insoles in accordance with specifications and to reflect construction techniques being used
  • 2.8 Heat activate pre-cemented insoles and uppers, as appropriate
  • 2.9 Solvent wipe bonding area where roughing could damage the backing fabric
  • 2.10 Load track, belt or rack or prepare workstation to reflect various stages of production
  • 2.11 Apply toe puff using the appropriate machine methods, as specified
  • 2.12 Mould back part using hot and cold moulds in accordance with construction techniques and specifications
  • 2.13 Carry out specific processes in accordance with workplace requirements
3 Last the shoe
  • 3.1 Attach uppers and insoles as required in accordance with specifications
  • 3.2 Attach shanks or stiffeners, as required
  • 3.3 Apply stapling, as required
  • 3.4 Insert toe puff
  • 3.5 Check last or foot form before attaching insole and upper, checking for sizes
  • 3.6 Condition toes and upper in accordance with workplace procedures
4 Assemble the shoe
  • 4.1 Prepare materials in accordance with workplace and manufacturer specifications
  • 4.2 Prepare soles and uppers in accordance with work requirements
  • 4.3 Set up machines and check for correct operations
  • 4.4 Assemble shoes using the appropriate manual or machine construction techniques in accordance with work requirements
5 Finish shoe
  • 5.1 Conduct finishing of shoe in accordance with specifications
  • 5.2 Assess final quality check against work specifications
  • 5.3 Identify and address construction problems to meet quality standards
  • 5.4 Forward work for preparation to despatch to client
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
W7290 LMTFP4004A Assemble and finish custom-made shoe Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BDH3 MST40316 Certificate IV in Custom-Made Footwear Qualification