This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level required for this unit

Demonstrates knowledge of

range and characteristics of prefabricated medical grade footwear and accessories and how they can be used to meet specified footwear problems

relative clinical practical and other advantages and disadvantages of prefabricated footwear

awareness of the implications of the use of stockings bandages and orthotic devices

awareness of gait and the implications it may have on footwear

applied anthropometrics of the foot the variables in and effects of physical force systems orthotic and footwear on the body and dimensional shape and other physical characteristics of prefabricated footwear

assessment criteria to select prefabricated footwear and accessories including knowledge of when referral to other practitioners is necessary

assessment criteria to select prefabricated orthoses

assessment criteria to determine adjustment requirements of new and existing prefabricated footwear design fit and size structure features functional technical

other practitioners in the field and in major related fields including

roles capabilities and limitations

footwear construction and standards

terminology

diagnostic and definitive constructions

modification processes

materials and tools and equipment used

full range of procedures to adjust prefabricated footwear

limitation of own knowledge and skills and awareness of more appropriate service providers for client referral

safety and environmental aspects of relevant workplace activities

OHS practices including hazard identification and control measures

quality practices

workplace practices

recording and reporting practices

Demonstrates skills to

evaluate problem solve and address a variety of prefabricated foot footwear and accessory problems

conduct fittings

make appropriate adjustments to meet client needs

use hand tools and machinery to undertake adjustments as required

communicate effectively with the client to obtain clear and precise information about problems with the footwear

communicate and work effectively with work colleagues associates and clients encompassing teamwork client confidentiality and appropriate communication and interpersonal skills

apply procedures and processes including report requirements

read interpret and follow information on work specifications standard operating procedures and work instructions and other reference material

maintain accurate records

communicate within the workplace

sequence operations

meet specifications

clarify and check taskrelated information

carry out work according to OHS practices

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

select appropriate range and style of prefabricated footwear

select materials and techniques to adjust footwear

adjust prefabricated footwear accessories and foot orthoses

adjust semiorthopaedic footwear and orthoses

select related orthoses to complement footwear

prepare job sheets and specifications defining adjustments and modifications to prefabricated footwear and accessories as required

identify and confirm costs timelines etc

conduct administrative tasks associated with the purchase and adjustment of prefabricated medical grade footwear and related accessories

communicate effectively with clients

apply OHS policies in work operations

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

Legislative/regulatory requirements

Referred should occur:

Pre-fabricated medical grade footwear may include:

Accessories may include:

Selection criteria may include:

OHS practices