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Operate machine to sew upper

Operate machine to sew upper

Unit of competency
National Code
MSTFP2005
State Code
BAW36
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
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
01/12/2016
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit of competency covers the skills and knowledge required to align and sew uppers. The unit of competency applies to loading, guiding and unloading machines to sew shoe uppers. Sewing involves basic sewing techniques, such as sewing in straight lines and using one type of material. Basic sewing techniques include using manual and computerised sewing machines where the positioning of the work may be controlled by machine guide or work marker, and where there is uncomplicated feeding of material.Work is conducted according to defined procedures and methods.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 Prepare to sew upper
  • 2.1 Check work bundle, assess quality of component parts and lay out work pieces in correct sequence
  • 2.2 Set up workbench and seating to achieve operator comfort and minimise fatigue
  • 2.3 Clean and check machine, and adjust machine settings according to manufacturer instructions and specifications for work
  • 2.4 Select threads according to specifications, check needle types and attachments, and change parts and worn needles as necessary
  • 2.5 Set stitch length, set up tension and test against specifications
  • 2.6 Test machine for correct operation
3 Perform machine sewing
  • 3.1 Select pieces according to size, colour and style
  • 3.2 Accurately position materials and sew uppers to achieve required specifications
  • 3.3 Machine seams to achieve specific results and trim threads
  • 3.4 Regularly check performance of machine for signs of faulty performance and take follow-up action to address faulty machine performance
4 Conduct final quality check and despatch work
  • 4.1 Check final product to ensure workplace quality requirements are met
  • 4.2 Address production faults according to workplace procedures
  • 4.3 Bundle uppers, stack and store or despatch
  • 4.4 Record production faults as required
  • 4.5 Complete work records
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
W7274 LMTFP2005B Operate machine to sew upper Unit of competency