Unit of competency Outline
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Prepare, cut and sew custom-made shoe components
Prepare, cut and sew custom-made shoe components
Unit of competency
National Code
LMTFP4003A
LMTFP4003A
State Code
W7289
W7289
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
20/10/2014
Field of Education
030109 - Footwear Making
Original Release Date
20/10/2014
Nominal Hours
80
Description
This unit covers the skills and knowledge required to measure, cut and sew custom-made shoe components.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Confirm custom made footwear requirements
- 1.1 Client requirements and design specifications are reviewed and confirmed
- 1.2 Materials required for production are determined, availability is confirmed and special or 'one-off' materials ordered from appropriate suppliers
- 1.3 Pattern is reviewed to ensure compliance with design requirements
- 1.4 Design features are clarified with pattern maker, if required and technical aspects of production are identified
2 Prepare shoe last
- 2.1 Measurements are reviewed to confirm that all required information has been provided
- 2.2 Appropriate techniques needed to produce or modify the shoe last are selected according to design
- 2.3 An appropriate existing or commercial last is selected which closely matches the required foot shape and size
- 2.4 An original last is constructed from selected materials to produce a last with the desired shape and dimensions
- 2.5 Inside buildups (additions) are made, formed to the last and shaped to comply with design specifications
- 2.6 Buildup components are trial fitted to review fit and function, modified if required and attached
- 2.7 The last and any buildup components are checked, and adjustments and refinements made if necessary in line with design requirements and established production standards
- 2.8 Shoe last is checked to for construction faults and compliance with design specifications
3 Prepare and make components
- 3.1 Workstation, tools and equipment are set up according to OHS practices
- 3.2 Component materials are obtained and laid up correctly for single or multiple cutting
- 3.3 Pieces are cut according to pattern specifications
- 3.4 Cut pieces are correctly sized, marked, counted and stamped according to work ticket and to workplace specifications
- 3.5 Components are prepared using appropriate method and equipment and according to workplace requirements
4 Cut or click leather
- 4.1 Workstation tools and equipment are set up and prepared
- 4.2 Leather is correctly assessed, sized, marked and laid up for cutting
- 4.3 Clicking knives are used to gain optimal material utilisation
- 4.4 Parts are cut manually or by machine to enterprise quality standards in relation to material flaws and individual pairs selected
- 4.5 Pairs are clicked and cut manually or by machine to achieve best yield according to appropriate allowance
- 4.6 Work is checked against pattern and design requirements
5 Prepare and make the upper
- 5.1 Upper components are checked and laid out correctly
- 5.2 Machine is set up and adjusted and threads and needles selected
- 5.3 Stitch length is set and tested, tension is set and machine is tested against specifications
- 5.4 Upper is processed manually or by machine in accordance
- 5.5 Seams are machined and threads trimmed to achieve specifies results
- 5.6 Upper is checked against pattern and design requirements
6 Conduct final quality check for operations
- 6.1 Final product is checked to ensure workplace quality requirements are met
- 6.2 Production faults are dealt with in accordance with workplace procedures
- 6.3 Uppers and component parts are bundled, stacked, stored or despatched in accordance with workplace procedures
- 6.4 Process and faults are documented
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.
Requirements include:
colours
quantities
quality requirements
size
componentry
measurements
style
Last may include:
slip on
court
boot
sandal
inner shoes
Tools and equipment include:
knives and cutting tools
stamps
sewing machines
threads
needles
hand tools
machine tools
computers
mechanical duplicators
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.
Requirements include:
colours
quantities
quality requirements
size
componentry
measurements
style
Last may include:
slip on
court
boot
sandal
inner shoes
Tools and equipment include:
knives and cutting tools
stamps
sewing machines
threads
needles
hand tools
machine tools
computers
mechanical duplicators
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 of evidence to be considered
Demonstrates skills and knowledge to:
clarify design requirements
cut leather and other materials
make a last
select, adjust or modify shoe last
prepare and sew the upper
prepare and make components
check own work
apply quality standards
apply workplace health and safety policies in work operations
maintain accurate records
Consistency in performance
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
Resource implications
Access is required to real or appropriately simulated situations, including work areas, materials and equipment, and to information on workplace practices and OHS practices.
Context for assessment
Assessment may occur on the job or in an appropriately simulated environment.
Interdependent Assessment
This unit may be assessed independently or in combination with other relevant units.
Critical aspects of evidence to be considered
Demonstrates skills and knowledge to:
clarify design requirements
cut leather and other materials
make a last
select, adjust or modify shoe last
prepare and sew the upper
prepare and make components
check own work
apply quality standards
apply workplace health and safety policies in work operations
maintain accurate records
Consistency in performance
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
Resource implications
Access is required to real or appropriately simulated situations, including work areas, materials and equipment, and to information on workplace practices and OHS practices.
Context for assessment
Assessment may occur on the job or in an appropriately simulated environment.
Interdependent Assessment
This unit may be assessed independently or in combination with other relevant units.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AXP70 | LMTPRFT10A | Prepare, cut and sew custom-made shoe components | Unit of competency |
| AXP19 | LMTPDFT05A | Select and/or make last | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BAW22 | MSTFP4003 | Prepare, cut and sew custom-made shoe components | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| W383 | LMT40407 | Certificate IV in Custom-made Footwear | Qualification |