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Sew or patch by machine

Sew or patch by machine

Unit of competency
National Code
MSTFR2005
State Code
BAW15
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
30
Description
This unit of competency covers the skills and knowledge required to machine sew leather or other materials associated with the repair of footwear or other items.This unit of competency applies to sewing or patching pieces of leather and other material. It covers the use of a basic sewing machine using straight stitching.Work may be conducted in small to large scale enterprises and may involve individual and team activities. Work is performed within defined procedures under direct supervision. 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 or patch by machine
  • 2.1 Inspect shoes or item, identify repair requirements and advise customer on costs prior to commencing repair
  • 2.2 Prepare and review job sheet to ensure all requirements are included
  • 2.3 Determine appropriate method of repair and select, check and prepare appropriate tools and materials
  • 2.4 Apply workplace procedures
3 Prepare work pieces and machine
  • 3.1 Skive pieces for patching to ensure finished edges are smooth and flush, as required
  • 3.2 Solution pieces in place prior to stitching and finishing
  • 3.3 Set up and adjust machines in accordance with manufacturer instructions, workplace requirements and specifications for the work
  • 3.4 Test machine for correct operations, monitor machine performance and take appropriate action to rectify faults, as required
4 Perform machine sewing and finish work
  • 4.1 Positon and machine pieces accurately to achieve required specifications and quality, including seam or hole line up and overstitching, as required
  • 4.2 Tap down stitches, and trim and burnish threads, as required
  • 4.3 Check quality of final product meets requirements
  • 4.4 Stain, clean, polish and finish off shoes or item to match original colour as close as possible
  • 4.5 Package, label and store repaired shoes or items and maintain records
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
W7296 LMTFR2005A Sew or patch by machine Unit of competency