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Foot Wear Materials Preparation I
Chapter 5: Inspect footwear components
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⚑ What you will be able to do

By the end of this chapter, you will be able to:

  • Accurately check the color and shade of footwear components to meet job specifications.
  • Correctly verify the size and pairing of footwear components as required.
  • Identify defects in footwear components following job requirements.
  • Check the quality and quantities of footwear components according to the work schedule.
  • Inspect footwear components to ensure they match the design specifications.
  • Properly sort footwear components to support the next stage of production.
  • Correct any work that does not meet the required quality standards.
  • Select and apply the correct component marking methods based on the marking system and shoe type.
  • Choose the appropriate component parts for different shoe styles following job specifications.
  • Carry out component marking accurately according to the type of shoe.
  • Check the substance of footwear components to ensure they meet job specifications.
  • Perform the splitting operation correctly following job specifications.

Mastering these skills will help you ensure high-quality footwear production and keep the manufacturing process running smoothly and efficiently.

Chapter Practical Activities

Practical 1: Visual Inspection of Leather Components for Footwear

Foot Wear Production · Level 5
Foot Wear Materials Preparation I
PRACTICAL ASSESSMENT
TIME: 4 HOURS
⬇ PDFCandidate Instructions (Candidate Tool)

Type: Individual

INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATE:
1.  You are required to perform the following task:
i.  Visually inspect three leather sheets each measuring approximately 500mm x 400mm for defects such as holes, stains, and uneven thickness as per the quality standards.
2.  You have been provided with the following resources for the practical task:
Tools & EquipmentMaterials
Magnifying glassLeather sheets
Measuring caliper
Inspection light lamp
⬇ PDFResources Required (Cutting List)
S/NItemQuantity
1Leather sheets3 Pcs per Candidate
2Magnifying glass1 Pc per Candidate
3Measuring caliper1 Pc per Candidate
4Inspection light lamp1 Pc per Candidate
⬇ PDFAssessor Guide
Items to be EvaluatedMarks AvailableMarks ObtainedComments
TASK 1: Visual Inspection Process
Candidate wears appropriate PPE before starting inspection
(Award 2 marks for correct and complete PPE use, zero if none)		2
Candidate sets up inspection light lamp correctly for clear visibility
(Award 2 marks for proper lighting setup, zero if inadequate)		2
Candidate examines leather sheets systematically for holes or tears
(Award 1 mark for each sheet inspected thoroughly, zero if skipped)		4
Candidate identifies and notes stains or discolorations on leather sheets
(Award 1 mark for each sheet where stains are correctly identified, zero if missed)		4
Candidate measures thickness of leather sheets using caliper at three points per sheet
(Award 2 marks per sheet for correct and consistent thickness measurement, zero if incorrect or missing)		6
Candidate records inspection findings clearly and accurately
(Award 2 marks for complete and legible recording, zero if incomplete)		2
Sub-Total20
PRODUCT CHECKLIST
Leather sheets inspected with all defects (holes, stains, uneven thickness) correctly identified and documented
(Award 2 marks per sheet for accuracy and completeness of defect identification)		10
Sub-Total10
GRAND TOTAL30
ASSESSMENT OUTCOME:   ☐ Competent    ☐ Not Yet Competent (competent if at least 50%)

Practical 2: Measuring length, width, and thickness of footwear components

Foot Wear Production · Level 5
Foot Wear Materials Preparation I
PRACTICAL ASSESSMENT
TIME: 4 HOURS
⬇ PDFCandidate Instructions (Candidate Tool)

Type: Individual

INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATE:
1.  You are required to perform the following task:
i.  Measure length, width, and thickness of sole, insole, and heel components each sized approximately 300mm x 100mm x 15mm as per the provided working drawing.
2.  You have been provided with the following resources for the practical task:
Tools & EquipmentMaterials
Measuring tapeFootwear sole component
Vernier caliperInsole component
Steel rulerHeel component
⬇ PDFResources Required (Cutting List)
S/NItemQuantity
1Measuring tape1 Pc per Candidate
2Vernier caliper1 Pc per Candidate
3Steel ruler1 Pc per Candidate
4Footwear sole component3 Pcs per Candidate
5Insole component3 Pcs per Candidate
6Heel component3 Pcs per Candidate
⬇ PDFAssessor Guide
Items to be EvaluatedMarks AvailableMarks ObtainedComments
TASK 1: Measuring footwear components
Candidate wears appropriate PPE before starting measurement
(Award 2 marks for correct PPE use, zero if none)		2
Candidate selects correct measuring tools for length, width, and thickness
(Award 3 marks for selecting tape, caliper, and ruler appropriately)		3
Candidate measures length of sole, insole, and heel components accurately
(Award 5 marks for using correct technique and tool for length measurement)		5
Candidate measures width of sole, insole, and heel components accurately
(Award 5 marks for correct width measurement technique)		5
Candidate measures thickness of sole, insole, and heel components using vernier caliper
(Award 5 marks for proper thickness measurement using caliper)		5
Candidate records measurements clearly and systematically
(Award 3 marks for clear, legible, and complete recording)		3
Candidate handles components carefully to avoid damage during measurement
(Award 2 marks for careful handling)		2
Sub-Total25
PRODUCT CHECKLIST
Measured length of each component within ±2mm of 300mm
(Award 5 marks if all three components meet length tolerance)		5
Measured width of each component within ±1mm of 100mm
(Award 5 marks if all three components meet width tolerance)		5
Measured thickness of each component within ±0.5mm of 15mm
(Award 5 marks if all three components meet thickness tolerance)		5
Measurements recorded correspond correctly to each component
(Award 5 marks if records are accurate and assigned correctly)		5
Sub-Total20
GRAND TOTAL45
ASSESSMENT OUTCOME:   ☐ Competent    ☐ Not Yet Competent (competent if at least 50%)
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🔒Inspection of Rubber and Synthetic Soles for QualityPractical 3
🔒Inspect stitching quality on footwear uppers and liningsPractical 4
🔒Assessment of Adhesive Application on Footwear ComponentsPractical 5
🔒Inspection of Footwear Hardware Components for Defects and FitPractical 6
🔒Evaluate lining materials for footwear componentsPractical 7
🔒Testing flexibility of footwear uppers and solesPractical 8
🔒Sorting and grading of footwear componentsPractical 9
🔒Documentation of Footwear Components Inspection ResultsPractical 10
Am I competent?

At the start of this chapter we promised you would be able to:

  • Accurately check the color and shade of footwear components to meet job specifications.
  • Correctly verify the size and pairing of footwear components as required.
  • Identify defects in footwear components following job requirements.
  • Check the quality and quantities of footwear components according to the work schedule.
  • Inspect footwear components to ensure they match the design specifications.
  • Properly sort footwear components to support the next stage of production.
  • Correct any work that does not meet the required quality standards.
  • Select and apply the correct component marking methods based on the marking system and shoe type.
  • Choose the appropriate component parts for different shoe styles following job specifications.
  • Carry out component marking accurately according to the type of shoe.
  • Check the substance of footwear components to ensure they meet job specifications.
  • Perform the splitting operation correctly following job specifications.

Tick each one you can genuinely do.

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