This unit applies to the replacement of a full sole and heel on a variety of shoe styles and replacement materials. Repair process include those applicable to full leather sole and heels (welts), full resin sole and heel (cement lasted blakes) and TPR (thermo plastic rubber)

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 employment

standard operating procedures

work instructions

oral, written and visual communication

quality practices, including responsibility for maintenance of own work quality and contribution to quality improvement of team or section output

housekeeping

tasks related to environmental protection, waste disposal, pollution control and recycling

This unit requires the application of skills associated with planning and organising repair method, materials, tools and equipment as wells as the application of knowledge of technology used in sole and heel replacement and ability to recognise and act upon problems with own work. This unit also requires and ability to communicate information to customer and check quality of outcomes. Self management skills are used to ensure work standards are achieved.

Prerequisites

ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1 Inspect shoe

1.1 Shoes are inspected and customer advised on repair requirements 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 sole replacement determined and appropriate tools are selected, prepared and checked

2 Prepare sole

2.1 Heel pads, socks and top lifts are removed, if appropriate

2.2 Sole and heel block or sole or heel unit are removed using the appropriate method and tools, ensuring no damage to the shoe

2.3 Surface of the sole area of the shoe is scoured using appropriate hand or machine operations to ensure even finish

2.4 Pre-cut sole of appropriate thickness and material is selected, or sole is marked and cut out from sheet of appropriate material and thickness

2.5 Filler is checked and replaced, as required

2.6 Condition of welting is checked and welt replaced, as required

3 Replace and finish sole

3.1 Adhesive and primer are selected and prepared to suit materials and manufacturer and workplace requirements

3.2 Adhesive is applied evenly to both bottoms of shoe and sole, left to dry and reactivated, as required

3.3 Sole or sole and heel unit is positioned and secured using appropriate manual and machine operations

3.4 Quality of adhesion is checked and adjustment made as required

3.5 Sole is trimmed back to the appropriate edge by manual or machine operations

3.6 Heel block is reattached following standards workplace procedures

3.7 Sole and heels edges are inked or stained to match original shoe colour, and polished and finished off.

3.8 Appropriate OHS practices are followed during the preparation, repair and finish of shoes particularly in relation to use of machines, equipment and tools, adhesives and primers, and stains, dyes and inks

3.9 Repaired shoes are packaged, labelled and stored

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

Demonstrates knowledge of:

full range of footwear styles and their structure and construction

characteristics and use of adhesives and primers and their safe application and disposal

characteristics of typical leathers, fabrics, and other materials used in shoe construction and repair

quality standards and leather handling procedures

safety and environmental aspects of relevant repair processes

general industry housekeeping policies and procedures

OHS practices, including hazard identification and control measures

quality practices

workplace practices

practices for recording and reporting

Demonstrates skills to:

handle shoes and replacement material

carry out repair tasks by machine or by hand

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 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:

check work against work order information and workplace quality standards

assess repair requirements

prepare workstation and work prior to commencing operations

apply hand and machine techniques over the range of required operations

repair shoes to meet quality and enterprise standards

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.

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.

Tools may include:

shoe hammer

tack hammer

shoe knife

sharpening stick

peg awl

glue gun

pincers

nippers

lasting pliers

shears

drag knife

tack

Machine may include:

finishing machine

heat activator

last

heat pliers

Material may include:

leather

resin

TPR

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

Sector

Footwear Repair

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.