This unit applies to hand sewing a welt to a welt constructed shoe.

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 for safe and effective use of hand sewing technology and operations. This unit also requires an ability to interpret and communicate job related information, check the quality of outcomes and identify and address problems relating to own work. 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 hand sewing welt replacement is determined according to workplace practices

2 Prepare for sewing

2.1 Original stitching is cut from sole to welt

2.2 Sole is stripped back to expose damaged welting

2.3 Needle type and size is selected and checked

2.4 Old stitching or welting is removed

2.5 Welt strip is skived, as required

3 Perform hand sewing

3.1 Sole is reattached to welt and stitched to achieve specified results and quality expectations

3.2 Threads are trimmed as required

3.3 Work is conducted according to OHS practices

4 Conduct final quality check

4.1 Final quality check is assessed for hand sewing operation

4.2 Welt and shoe is cleaned, polished and finished off to match as close as possible original shoe colour

4.3 Repaired shoes are packaged, labelled and stored

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

Demonstrates knowledge of:

hazards associated with hand sewing process

principles and techniques of hand sewing including various types of stitches used

relevant quality standards for hand sewing welts

safety and environmental requirements of relevant industry and enterprise procedures

general housekeeping policies and procedures

OHS practices, including hazard identification and control measures

quality practices

workplace practices

practices for recording and reporting

Demonstrates skills to:

locate and interpret technical information about needles, threads and materials

perform various types of stitches

maintain work area

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:

comply with all relevant safety requirements including safe use of needles and associated tools

interpret work orders

interpret specifications of needles, threads and materials used in the hand sewing process

prepare and set up welt for hand sewing

perform hand sewing of welt

inspect completed work and determine any rectification necessary

document and communicate work related information including reporting of faults and other problems

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.

Stitched may include

stitch styles such as speedy and saddlery stitching

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.