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Unit of competency details

MSTFP1001 - Embellish footwear (Release 1)

Summary

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Mapping:
MappingNotesDate
Supersedes and is equivalent to LMTFP1001B - Embellish footwearSupersedes and is equivalent to LMTFP1001B Embellish footwear 03/Jul/2016

Release Status:
Current
Releases:
ReleaseRelease date
1 1 (this release) 04/Jul/2016

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SchemeCodeClassification value
ASCED Module/Unit of Competency Field of Education Identifier 030109 Footwear Making  

Classification history

SchemeCodeClassification valueStart dateEnd date
ASCED Module/Unit of Competency Field of Education Identifier 030109 Footwear Making  17/Nov/2016 
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Modification History

Release 1. Supersedes and is equivalent to LMTFP1001B Embellish footwear

Application

This unit of competency covers the skills and knowledge required to embellish footwear using a variety of hand and machine techniques.

The unit of competency applies to work in a supervised environment and is suitable for use in a VET in Schools program or where access to volume production and commercial machines and processes is not an option.

The unit of competency requires the application of skills associated with problem solving and planning and organising to prepare for and undertake embellishment of footwear. Ability to use simple technology will also be required. Self-management skills are required to meet quality standards.

No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.

Pre-requisite Unit

Nil

Competency Field

Footwear production

Unit Sector

Not applicable

Elements and Performance Criteria

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1

Determine job requirements 

1.1

Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs)

1.2

Comply with work health and safety (WHS) requirements at all times

1.3

Use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) in accordance with SOPs

1.4

Identify job requirements from specifications, drawings, job sheets or work instructions

2

Prepare to embellish footwear 

2.1

Select footwear and type of embellishment

2.2

Determine embellishment specifications

2.3

Identify methods of embellishing by hand or machine and determine sequencing of operations

2.4

Identify and prepare required materials, tools and equipment

2.5

Set up work area and seating according to WHS practices

3

Embellish footwear 

3.1

Embellish footwear by hand or machine

3.2

Use and maintain tools and equipment according to WHS practices

3.3

Identify any faults and take appropriate action to comply with quality standards

3.4

Finish footwear according to specifications and workplace procedures

Foundation Skills

This section describes those required skills (language, literacy and numeracy) that are essential to performance.

Foundation skills essential to performance are explicit in the performance criteria of this unit of competency.

Range of Conditions

This field allows for different work environments and conditions that may affect performance. Essential operating conditions that may be present (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) are included.

Workplace procedures include one or more of the following: 
  • requirements prescribed by legislation, awards, agreements and conditions of employment
  • SOPs
  • 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
  • WHS practices

Australian Standards include: 
  • the relevant industry or Australian Standards that are current at the time this unit is being undertaken

Types of embellishment include three or more of the following: 
  • decorative finishes that add to the design and create features, such as:
  • buttons
  • sequins
  • rhinestones
  • diamantes
  • bows
  • buckles
  • puff paint
  • punch work on leather
  • feathers

Specifications include one or more of the following: 
  • size, including length and width
  • colour
  • stitch type and size
  • types and use of adhesives

Materials include one or more of the following: 
  • adhesives, such as:
  • polyurethane adhesives
  • solvent-based spray finishes
  • fabrics, such as satin, silk, taffeta and lace
  • ribbons
  • beads
  • buckles
  • leather

Finishing includes one or more of the following: 
  • trimming loose threads
  • checking
  • spraying
  • cleaning
  • polishing
  • hand or machine sewing buckles
  • inserting heel cushion pads
  • attaching labels
  • pairing up
  • boxing

WHS practices 

WHS practices must include hazard identification and control, risk assessment and implementation of risk reduction measures specific to the tasks described by this unit, including one or more of the following:

  • manual handling techniques
  • SOPs
  • PPE
  • safe materials handling
  • taking of rest breaks
  • ergonomic arrangement of workplaces
  • following marked walkways
  • safe storage of equipment
  • housekeeping
  • reporting accidents and incidents
  • other WHS practices relevant to the job and enterprise

Unit Mapping Information

Release 1. Supersedes and is equivalent to LMTFP1001B Embellish footwear

Links

Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=a203ec5c-de7d-406b-b3e1-8f1a9b76e92e

 

Assessment requirements

Modification History

Release 1. Supersedes and is equivalent to LMTFP1001B Embellish footwear

Performance Evidence

Evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy the requirements of the elements and performance criteria, and include:

  • reading and following work instructions, standard operating procedures (SOPs), safe work practices
  • applying relevant standards
  • identifying materials and specifications to embellish footwear
  • sequencing embellishment operations
  • embellishing footwear using at least three (3) types of embellishment according to specifications
  • using materials, tools and equipment safely and according to workplace procedures
  • checking and rectifying faults
  • finishing footwear and checking embellishment meets quality standards.

Knowledge Evidence

Evidence must be provided that demonstrates knowledge of:

  • safe work practices and procedures and use of personal protective equipment (PPE)
  • relevant Australian Standards
  • materials used, including fabrics adhesives, solvents, abrasives and safety requirements for their use
  • embellishment tools and equipment:
  • cutting board
  • scissors
  • knives
  • sewing machines
  • paintbrushes
  • hole punches
  • leather tool making equipment
  • types of embellishment
  • finishing procedures
  • quality standards and practices
  • component handling procedures
  • workplace procedures.

Assessment Conditions

  • Assessors must:
  • satisfy the assessor competency requirements that are in place at the time of the assessment, as set by the VET regulator
  • have vocational competency in embellishing footwear, at least to the level being assessed, with relevant industry knowledge and experience.
  • Assessment should occur in operational workplace situations. Where this is not possible, or where personal safety or environmental damage are limiting factors, assessment must occur in a sufficiently rigorous simulated environment reflecting realistic operational workplace conditions. This must cover all aspects of workplace performance, including environment, task skills, task management skills, contingency management skills and job role environment skills.
  • Assessment processes and techniques must be appropriate to the language, literacy and numeracy requirements of the work being performed and the needs of the candidate.
  • Conditions for assessment must include access to all tools, equipment, materials and documentation required, including relevant workplace procedures, product and manufacturing specifications associated with this unit.

Links

Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=a203ec5c-de7d-406b-b3e1-8f1a9b76e92e

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