Modification History
Not applicable.
Unit Descriptor
Unit descriptor |
This unit covers the skills and knowledge required for the replacement of a shoe sole and heel using a variety of replacement or repair methods. |
Application of the Unit
Application of the Unit |
This unit applies to the replacement of a full sole and heel on a variety of shoe styles and replacement materials. Repair process include those applicable to full leather sole and heels (welts), full resin sole and heel (cement lasted blakes) and TPR (thermo plastic rubber) 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:
This unit requires the application of skills associated with planning and organising repair method, materials, tools and equipment as wells as the application of knowledge of technology used in sole and heel replacement and ability to recognise and act upon problems with own work. This unit also requires and ability to communicate information to customer and check quality of outcomes. Self management skills are used to ensure work standards are achieved. |
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Not applicable.
Pre-Requisites
Prerequisites |
Employability Skills Information
Employability Skills |
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. |
Elements and Performance Criteria Pre-Content
Not applicable.
Elements and Performance Criteria
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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 sole replacement determined and appropriate tools are selected, prepared and checked |
2 Prepare sole |
2.1 Heel pads, socks and top lifts are removed, if appropriate 2.2 Sole and heel block or sole or heel unit are removed using the appropriate method and tools, ensuring no damage to the shoe 2.3 Surface of the sole area of the shoe is scoured using appropriate hand or machine operations to ensure even finish 2.4 Pre-cut sole of appropriate thickness and material is selected, or sole is marked and cut out from sheet of appropriate material and thickness 2.5 Filler is checked and replaced, as required 2.6 Condition of welting is checked and welt replaced, as required |
3 Replace and finish sole |
3.1 Adhesive and primer are selected and prepared to suit materials and manufacturer and workplace requirements 3.2 Adhesive is applied evenly to both bottoms of shoe and sole, left to dry and reactivated, as required 3.3 Sole or sole and heel unit is positioned and secured using appropriate manual and machine operations 3.4 Quality of adhesion is checked and adjustment made as required 3.5 Sole is trimmed back to the appropriate edge by manual or machine operations 3.6 Heel block is reattached following standards workplace procedures 3.7 Sole and heels edges are inked or stained to match original shoe colour, and polished and finished off. 3.8 Appropriate OHS practices are followed during the preparation, repair and finish of shoes particularly in relation to use of machines, equipment and tools, adhesives and primers, and stains, dyes and inks 3.9 Repaired shoes are packaged, labelled and stored |
Required Skills and Knowledge
This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level, required for this unit. |
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Evidence Guide
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. |
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Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit |
Demonstrates skills and knowledge to:
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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. |
Range Statement
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. |
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Legislative/regulatory requirements |
All work must comply with relevant Federal and State or Territory legislative or regulatory requirements. |
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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:
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Unit Sector(s)
Sector |
Footwear Repair |