Assessor Resource
LMTFP3006B
Apply foot anatomy principles to footwear production
Assessment tool
Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024
The unit applies to identifying the structure and functions of the foot and how normal footwear design features meet these requirements. The unit does not cover abnormal anatomy or medical conditions affecting feet. The retailing, alteration and manufacture of footwear for clients needing shoes or prostheses for surgical and medical conditions are covered by the Medical Grade Footwear units and qualifications.
The unit applies to small manufacturers making footwear by hand and dealing direct with the public.
Work may involve individual and team activities.
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 applies skills in problem solving to determine and apply foot anatomy principles. Learning and self management are required relate principles to footwear characteristics and the impact of footwear on foot functioning. Teamwork and communication skills are required in order to refer foot conditions to suitable practitioners as required.
This unit covers the skills and knowledge to identify and describe the main structure and functions of the foot and to apply these principles to the design and production of footwear.
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