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Foot Wear Production  ·  Level 5
Footwear Construction And Finishing I
Chapter 1: utilize tools, equipment and materials for construction and finishing operations
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⚑ What you will be able to do

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

  • correctly use shoe construction tools, machines, equipment, and materials following job specifications
  • operate shoe lasting tools, machines, and equipment safely and accurately according to job requirements
  • properly use shoe conditioning equipment and machines following the job specifications
  • set and adjust sole attaching tools, equipment, and machine settings correctly as required
  • apply the right tools, equipment, machines, and materials for footwear finishing operations using correct methods
  • utilize tools, equipment, machines, and materials effectively for shoe room operations based on job needs
  • maintain safe workplace practices by following OSHA regulations
  • follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) according to your organization’s setup
  • keep accurate records and documents following organizational policies

Mastering these skills ensures you can confidently contribute to quality footwear production while keeping yourself and others safe in the workplace.

Chapter Practical Activities

Practical 1: Selecting and Preparing Footwear Construction Tools

Foot Wear Production · Level 5
Footwear Construction And Finishing 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.  Select and prepare footwear construction tools including lasting pincers, shoe hammer, and edge trimming knife ensuring they are clean, sharpened, and ready for use as per workshop standards.
2.  You have been provided with the following resources for the practical task:
Tools & EquipmentMaterials
Shoe HammerCleaning Cloth
Lasting PincersProtective Gloves
Shoe AwlApron
Edge Trimming KnifeLeather Conditioner
Sanding Block
Sole Press
⬇ PDFResources Required (Cutting List)
S/NItemQuantity
1Shoe Hammer1 Pc per Candidate
2Lasting Pincers1 Pc per Candidate
3Sole Press1 Pc per 3 Candidates
4Shoe Awl2 Pcs per Candidate
5Edge Trimming Knife1 Pc per Candidate
6Sanding Block1 Pc per Candidate
7Cleaning Cloth2 Pcs per Candidate
8Protective Gloves1 Pair per Candidate
9Apron1 Pc per Candidate
10Leather Conditioner100 ml per Candidate
⬇ PDFAssessor Guide
Items to be EvaluatedMarks AvailableMarks ObtainedComments
TASK 1: Tool Selection and Preparation
Candidate wears appropriate PPE (gloves, apron)
(Award 2 marks for proper PPE use, 0 if missing)		2
Candidate selects all required tools correctly
(Award 1 mark per correct tool selected, max 3)		3
Candidate cleans tools properly using cleaning cloth
(Award 3 marks for thorough cleaning and no dirt residues)		3
Candidate sharpens edge trimming knife correctly
(Award 3 marks for correct sharpening technique and blade readiness)		3
Candidate inspects lasting pincers and shoe hammer for defects
(Award 2 marks for proper inspection and identifying any faults)		2
Candidate applies leather conditioner to sanding block or cloth
(Award 2 marks for correct application process)		2
Candidate arranges tools neatly for immediate use
(Award 2 marks for organized and accessible tool layout)		2
Sub-Total17
PRODUCT CHECKLIST
All selected tools are clean, sharpened where applicable, and free from defects
(Award 5 marks if all tools meet preparation standards, 0 if any fail)		5
Tools arranged neatly and ready for use complying with workshop standards
(Award 3 marks for proper arrangement and readiness)		3
Sub-Total8
GRAND TOTAL25
ASSESSMENT OUTCOME:   ☐ Competent    ☐ Not Yet Competent (competent if at least 50%)

Practical 2: Cut leather and footwear materials accurately using appropriate cutting tools

Foot Wear Production · Level 5
Footwear Construction And Finishing 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.  Cut leather and synthetic lining pieces to the dimensions of 300mm x 250mm as per the provided pattern template.
2.  You have been provided with the following resources for the practical task:
Tools & EquipmentMaterials
Cutting knifeLeather sheet
ScissorsSynthetic lining material
Measuring ruler 300mm
Tailor’s chalk
Cutting board
Pattern template for shoe upper parts
⬇ PDFResources Required (Cutting List)
S/NItemQuantity
1Leather sheet1 piece 500mm x 400mm per Candidate
2Synthetic lining material1 piece 500mm x 400mm per Candidate
3Cutting knife1 per Candidate
4Scissors1 per Candidate
5Measuring ruler 300mm1 per Candidate
6Tailor’s chalk1 piece per Candidate
7Cutting board1 per Candidate
8Pattern template for shoe upper parts1 set per Candidate
⬇ PDFAssessor Guide
Items to be EvaluatedMarks AvailableMarks ObtainedComments
TASK 1: Preparation and marking
Wears appropriate PPE before starting cutting
(Award 2 marks for correct PPE use, 0 if omitted)		2
Prepares work area and places cutting board properly
(Award 2 marks for neat and safe setup, 0 otherwise)		2
Measures and marks leather and lining accurately using ruler and tailor’s chalk
(Award 3 marks for accurate marking, 0 otherwise)		3
Sub-Total7
TASK 2: Cutting operation
Uses cutting knife effectively to cut leather following marked lines
(Award 3 marks for clean, controlled cuts, 0 otherwise)		3
Uses scissors to trim lining material accurately
(Award 2 marks for neat trimming, 0 otherwise)		2
Handles tools safely and maintains cutting board position
(Award 2 marks for safe tool handling and stable cutting, 0 otherwise)		2
Sub-Total7
PRODUCT CHECKLIST
Leather piece cut to 300mm x 250mm ± 3mm as per pattern template
(Award 4 marks for accurate dimensions, 0 otherwise)		4
Lining piece cut to 300mm x 250mm ± 3mm matching leather piece
(Award 4 marks for dimensional accuracy and matching size, 0 otherwise)		4
Edges of both leather and lining are clean and free from ragged cuts
(Award 3 marks for clean edges, 0 otherwise)		3
Sub-Total11
GRAND TOTAL25
ASSESSMENT OUTCOME:   ☐ Competent    ☐ Not Yet Competent (competent if at least 50%)
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Am I competent?

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

  • correctly use shoe construction tools, machines, equipment, and materials following job specifications
  • operate shoe lasting tools, machines, and equipment safely and accurately according to job requirements
  • properly use shoe conditioning equipment and machines following the job specifications
  • set and adjust sole attaching tools, equipment, and machine settings correctly as required
  • apply the right tools, equipment, machines, and materials for footwear finishing operations using correct methods
  • utilize tools, equipment, machines, and materials effectively for shoe room operations based on job needs
  • maintain safe workplace practices by following OSHA regulations
  • follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) according to your organization’s setup
  • keep accurate records and documents following organizational policies

Tick each one you can genuinely do.

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