Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners

LMTFR3002A Mapping and Delivery Guide
Operate sole stitcher

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Issue Date: May 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency LMTFR3002A - Operate sole stitcher
Description This unit covers the skills and knowledge required for the stitching of soles by machine for welt or veldschoen constructed footwear.
Employability Skills The required outcomes described in this unit of competency contain applicable facets of Employability Skills. The Employability Skills Summary of the qualification in which this unit of competency is packaged, will assist in identifying Employability Skill requirements.
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit applies to the machine stitching of soles for welt or veldschoen constructed shoes.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. The application of this unit is according to OHS practices of the enterprise and workplace practices, which may include:requirements prescribed by legislation, awards, agreements and conditions of employmentstandard operating procedureswork instructionsoral, written and visual communicationquality practices, including responsibility for maintenance of own work quality and contribution to quality improvement of team or section outputhousekeepingtasks related to environmental protection, waste disposal, pollution control and recyclingThis unit requires the application of skills associated with planning and organising the safe and effective use of sole stitching processes and technology. This unit also requires an ability to interpret and communicate job related information, check the quality of outcomes and identify and address operational problems. Self management skills are used to ensure work standards are achieved.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.
Prerequisites/co-requisites Prerequisites
Competency Field
Development and validation strategy and guide for assessors and learners Student Learning Resources Handouts
Activities 		Slides
PPT 		Assessment 1 Assessment 2 Assessment 3 Assessment 4
Elements of Competency Performance Criteria              
Element: Inspect the shoe or item
  • Shoes or item are inspected and customer advised on repair requirements materials and costs prior to commencing shoe repair
  • Job sheet is prepared and/or reviewed to ensure all requirements are included
  • Appropriate method of repair determined and appropriate equipment, tools are selected, prepared and checked
       
Element: Preparation of shoe
  • Sole is secured to welting prior to sole stitching, if re-stitching a welt constructed shoe
  • Upper and sole is secured to the inner sole if re-stitching a veldschoen constructed shoe
       
Element: Prepare workstation
  • Machine is cleaned and checked
  • Records are kept
       
Element: Set up machine
  • Machine is set up, adjusted and switched on in accordance with manufacturer instructions and workplace requirements
  • Tension is set according to specifications
  • Wax pot is checked
  • Shoe guide is checked for correct distance
  • Channel knife is checked for correct positioning for welt or veldschoen constructed shoe
  • Stitch length is set and tested against required specifications
  • Machine is tested for correct operations
       
Element: Perform stitching
  • Shoe is positioned accurately consistent with manufacturers procedures and stitched using sole stitcher
  • Threads are trimmed and burnished as required
       
Element: Identify poor machine performance
  • The performance of the machine is regularly checked for signs of faulty operations and action taken in accordance with workplace procedures
       
Element: Check and finish work
  • Final product is checked to ensure enterprise quality requirements are met
  • Shoes are stained, cleaned, polished and finished off to match as close as possible original shoe colour
  • Repaired shoes are packaged, labelled and stored
       


Evidence Required

List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.

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

prepare workstation and work prior to commencing operations

apply machine stitching techniques

check and adjust sole stitcher

apply workplace health and safety 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.

Submission Requirements

List each assessment task's title, type (eg project, observation/demonstration, essay, assignment, checklist) and due date here

Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

Copy and paste from the following data to produce each assessment task. Write these in plain English and spell out how, when and where the task is to be carried out, under what conditions, and what resources are needed. Include guidelines about how well the candidate has to perform a task for it to be judged satisfactory.

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

Demonstrates knowledge of:

operating procedures of a sole stitcher

characteristics of typical leathers, fabrics, threads and other materials used

quality standards and handling procedures

safety and environmental aspects of relevant repair and assembly processes

general industry housekeeping policies and procedures

OHS practices, including hazard identification and control measures

quality practices

workplace practices

recording and reporting practices

Demonstrates skills to:

prepare and handle shoes and soles

interpret work specifications and orders

operate sole stitching machine

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 task-related information

carry our work according to OHS practices

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.

Machine may include:

Sole stitching machines include:

blake sole stitcher

welt sole stitcher

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

Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Shoes or item are inspected and customer advised on repair requirements materials and costs prior to commencing shoe repair 
Job sheet is prepared and/or reviewed to ensure all requirements are included 
Appropriate method of repair determined and appropriate equipment, tools are selected, prepared and checked 
Sole is secured to welting prior to sole stitching, if re-stitching a welt constructed shoe 
Upper and sole is secured to the inner sole if re-stitching a veldschoen constructed shoe 
Machine is cleaned and checked 
Records are kept 
Machine is set up, adjusted and switched on in accordance with manufacturer instructions and workplace requirements 
Tension is set according to specifications 
Wax pot is checked 
Shoe guide is checked for correct distance 
Channel knife is checked for correct positioning for welt or veldschoen constructed shoe 
Stitch length is set and tested against required specifications 
Machine is tested for correct operations 
Shoe is positioned accurately consistent with manufacturers procedures and stitched using sole stitcher 
Threads are trimmed and burnished as required 
The performance of the machine is regularly checked for signs of faulty operations and action taken in accordance with workplace procedures 
Final product is checked to ensure enterprise quality requirements are met 
Shoes are stained, cleaned, polished and finished off to match as close as possible original shoe colour 
Repaired shoes are packaged, labelled and stored 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

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Assessment Record Sheet

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