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Elements and Performance Criteria

Required Skills

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

Demonstrates knowledge of

types and uses of footwear

OHS practices including hazard identification and control measures

quality practices

workplace practices

recording and reporting practices

Demonstrates skills to

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

maintain accurate records

clarify and check taskrelated information

Evidence Required

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 of evidence

Demonstrates skills and knowledge to

identify foot structure

identify functions of the foot

identify special requirements for footwear

Consistency in performance

Consistently applies skills and knowledge when

organising work

completing tasks according to instructions

working systematically with attention to detail according to instructions

identifying improvements and avoiding damage

using workplace practices

using OHS practices

recording and reporting accidents and incidents

assessing operational readiness of equipment

recognising and adapting to cultural differences in the workplace including modes of behaviour and interactions

Resource implications

Access is required to real or appropriately simulated situations including work areas materials and equipment and to information on workplace practices and OHS practices

Context for assessment

Assessment may occur on the job or in an appropriately simulated environment

Interdependent assessment

This unit may be assessed independently or in combination with other relevant units

Range Statement

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.

Foot structures may include:

Functions may include:

specific sports

Types of footwear may include:

work boots and shoes

everyday wear shoes

walking boots and shoes

Footwear features may include:

laces and buckles

Processes may include:

developing patterns and lasts

selection of materials

manufacture of uppers, inner soles, linings, soles

Instances may include:

health conditions such as diabetes

diseases affecting the foot or ankle

foot muscle and structural features

Specialised footwear may be required for:

size difference