Unit of competency Outline
Date retreived
22/07/2026 10:22 PM AWST
22/07/2026 10:22 PM AWST
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Re-cover footwear
Re-cover footwear
Unit of competency
National Code
LMTFR3004A
LMTFR3004A
State Code
W7300
W7300
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 re-covering of footwear using glue or stitching methods.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Inspect shoe
- 1.1 Shoes are inspected and customer advised on repair materials and costs prior to commencing shoe repair
- 1.2 Job sheet is prepared and reviewed to ensure all requirements are included
- 1.3 Appropriate method of re-covering the shoe is determined and appropriate tools and materials are selected, prepared and checked
2 Strip down shoe
- 2.1 Shoe is stripped down to separate upper, heel block and sole unit without causing damage to the shoe components
- 2.2 Work is conducted according to OHS practices
3 Make patterns
- 3.1 Heel block is masked using appropriate masking process
- 3.2 Pattern is cut out, checked and adjusted as required
- 3.3 Upper is covered using appropriate masking technique
- 3.4 Pattern is cut out, checked and adjusted as required
4 Secure fabric
- 4.1 Material is cut out to match patterns, specifications and client requirements
- 4.2 Fray stop is applied to material
- 4.3 Pieces of material are sewn up and invert with seams inside
- 4.4 Assembled cover is placed over the shoe components, secured and stretched over the shoe components
- 4.5 Underneath is secured by glue, not applied to the upper
- 4.6 The material cover is lasted, manipulated and checked to ensure there are no creases
- 4.7 Top line is glued or stitched into place
- 4.8 The underneath of the shoe is re-lasted
5 Re-secure sole re-attach heel
- 5.1 Heel is reattached to the sole
- 5.2 Sole is secured using appropriate securing process
6 Check and finish shoe
- 6.1 Cover is checked for fit and finish and adjustments made as appropriate
- 6.2 Sole and heels are inked, cleaned, polished and finished off to match as close as possible original shoe colour
- 6.3 Re-covered 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.
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.
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
assess re-covering requirements
prepare workstation and work prior to commencing operations
strip and disassemble shoes
make patterns of shoe components
apply cutting and sewing of material
re-cover shoes to meet quality and enterprise standards
assemble shoe components
communicate effectively with customers
apply workplace health and safety policies in work operations, with particular reference to adhesives and use of tools
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
assess re-covering requirements
prepare workstation and work prior to commencing operations
strip and disassemble shoes
make patterns of shoe components
apply cutting and sewing of material
re-cover shoes to meet quality and enterprise standards
assemble shoe components
communicate effectively with customers
apply workplace health and safety policies in work operations, with particular reference to adhesives and use of tools
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| W1427 | LMTPRFR11A | Re-cover footwear | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BAW11 | MSTFR3004 | Re-cover footwear | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| W374 | LMT30807 | Certificate III in Footwear Repair | Qualification |