This unit applies to activities associated with the forming and shaping of tools. Discretion and judgement may be required, for both self and others, in planning and selecting processes, procedures or outcomes.

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.

This unit is applied according to workplace and OHS practices of the enterprise, 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/section output

housekeeping

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

This unit requires the application of skills associated with communication, in interpreting tool specifications and planning and organising for safe and effective use of specialised tool technology and operations.

This unit also requires an ability to check the quality of outcomes and to identify and address problems relating to own work.

Initiative, enterprise and problem solving will be used to combine materials and processes to achieve desired design outcomes.

Prerequisites

ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1 Determine tooling requirements

1.1 Tooling requirements, measurements and limitations are determined relative to design specifications provided

1.2 Clarification related to tooling application is sought, where required

2 Select and set up equipment for operation

2.1 Appropriate machines and equipment are selected for the tasks

2.2 Machines and equipment are prepared and adjusted as necessary for operation according to standard operating procedures

3 Form or shape tool

3.1 Tooling material is selected, marked or otherwise prepared for fabrication and machining

3.2 Allowances are made for shrinkage, thicknesses, templates, gauges and inside or outside measurements where required

3.3 Fabrication or machining procedures are assessed in accordance with OHS practices and workplace procedures

3.4 Completed tooling is checked for conformance to design specifications

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

Demonstrates knowledge of:

procedures for set up and operation of machinery

procedures for forming and shaping

relevant standards

quality requirements

materials used in footwear production

safety and environmental aspects of relevant enterprise activities

workplace procedures and reporting processes

relevant OHS legislation and codes of practice

OHS practices, including hazard identification and control measures

recording and reporting practices

Demonstrates skills to:

apply appropriate technical skills

check outcomes against quality standards and specifications

monitor performance

apply relevant safety practices when working in the industry

maintain records, document and transfer information

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

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 of evidence to be considered

Demonstrates skills and knowledge to:

establish tooling requirements

operate machines or equipment appropriately

fabricate or machine tooling accurately

liaise with engineer or external supplier

communicate effectively with design team, customers, etc.

apply workplace health and safety policies in work operations

maintain accurate records

Consistency in performance

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

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.

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.

Tooling may include:

cutting knives

punch dies

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

All

This unit contains employability skills.