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Foot Wear Production  ·  Level 5
Footwear Construction And Finishing II
Chapter 2: Identify footwear production tools, equipment and machines
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⚑ What you will be able to do

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

  • Use shoe construction tools, machines, equipment, and materials correctly following job specifications.
  • Operate shoe lasting tools, machines, and equipment properly as required for your tasks.
  • Use shoe conditioning equipment and machines accurately according to the job needs.
  • Set and adjust sole attaching tools, equipment, and machines to the exact parameters needed.
  • Perform footwear finishing operations using the right tools, machines, and materials with the correct methods.
  • Carry out shoe room operations efficiently using the appropriate tools and equipment based on job requirements.
  • Maintain a safe and clean workplace by following OSHA guidelines and best practices.
  • Follow your organization’s standard operating procedures carefully and consistently.
  • Keep accurate records and documents as required by your workplace policies.
  • Identify job requirements clearly by understanding the specifications for bottom components.
  • Match shoe uppers, bottom components, and lasts correctly to meet job specifications.
  • Fit toe puffs and stiffeners precisely according to the job instructions.

Mastering these skills will help you produce high-quality footwear safely and efficiently, making you a valuable part of the footwear production team!

Chapter Practical Activities

Practical 1: Identify and select common footwear hand tools

Foot Wear Production · Level 5
Footwear Construction And Finishing II
PRACTICAL ASSESSMENT
TIME: 4 HOURS
⬇ PDFCandidate Instructions (Candidate Tool)

Type: Individual

INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATE:
1.  You are required to perform the following task:
i.  Identify and select 8 common hand tools used in footwear production from the provided set.
2.  You have been provided with the following resources for the practical task:
Tools & EquipmentMaterials
Hammer
Pincers
Awl
Shoe knife
Lasting pliers
Measuring tape
Cutting mat
Shoe pincers
Shoe stretcher
Screwdriver
⬇ PDFResources Required (Cutting List)
S/NItemQuantity
1Hammer1 Pc per Candidate
2Pincers1 Pc per Candidate
3Awl1 Pc per Candidate
4Shoe knife1 Pc per Candidate
5Lasting pliers1 Pc per Candidate
6Measuring tape1 Pc per Candidate
7Cutting mat1 Pc per Candidate
8Shoe pincers1 Pc per Candidate
9Shoe stretcher1 Pc per Candidate
10Screwdriver1 Pc per Candidate
⬇ PDFAssessor Guide
Items to be EvaluatedMarks AvailableMarks ObtainedComments
TASK 1: Identification and selection of footwear hand tools
Candidate wears appropriate PPE before starting
(Award 2 marks for correct PPE use, 0 if none)		2
Candidate correctly identifies Hammer
(Award 2 marks for correct identification)		2
Candidate correctly identifies Pincers
(Award 2 marks for correct identification)		2
Candidate correctly identifies Awl
(Award 2 marks for correct identification)		2
Candidate correctly identifies Shoe knife
(Award 2 marks for correct identification)		2
Candidate correctly identifies Lasting pliers
(Award 2 marks for correct identification)		2
Candidate correctly identifies Measuring tape
(Award 2 marks for correct identification)		2
Candidate correctly identifies Cutting mat
(Award 2 marks for correct identification)		2
Candidate correctly identifies Shoe pincers or Shoe stretcher
(Award 2 marks for correct identification of either tool)		2
Candidate correctly selects appropriate 8 tools from the set
(Award 4 marks for correct selection of 8 tools)		4
Sub-Total22
PRODUCT CHECKLIST
Correct identification and selection of 8 footwear hand tools
(Award 1 mark for each correctly identified and selected tool, total 8 marks)		8
Sub-Total8
GRAND TOTAL30
ASSESSMENT OUTCOME:   ☐ Competent    ☐ Not Yet Competent (competent if at least 50%)

Practical 2: Identify and operate footwear cutting machines

Foot Wear Production · Level 5
Footwear Construction And Finishing II
PRACTICAL ASSESSMENT
TIME: 4 HOURS
⬇ PDFCandidate Instructions (Candidate Tool)

Type: Individual

INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATE:
1.  You are required to perform the following task:
i.  Identify and operate the clicker cutting machine to cut footwear upper components measuring approximately 300mm x 200mm.
2.  You have been provided with the following resources for the practical task:
Tools & EquipmentMaterials
Clicker cutting machineLeather sheets 0.5m x 0.5m
Hand-held rotary cutterSynthetic upper material sheets 0.5m x 0.5m
Cutting table 1.2m x 1.2mCutting dies for footwear upper components
Measuring tape 2mPersonal Protective Equipment (gloves and safety glasses)
Marker pen
⬇ PDFResources Required (Cutting List)
S/NItemQuantity
1Clicker cutting machine1 Pc per Candidate
2Hand-held rotary cutter1 Pc per Candidate
3Cutting table 1.2m x 1.2m1 Pc per Candidate
4Leather sheets 0.5m x 0.5m3 Pcs per Candidate
5Synthetic upper material sheets 0.5m x 0.5m3 Pcs per Candidate
6Cutting dies for footwear upper components1 set per Candidate
7Measuring tape 2m1 Pc per Candidate
8Marker pen1 Pc per Candidate
9Personal Protective Equipment (gloves and safety glasses)1 set per Candidate
⬇ PDFAssessor Guide
Items to be EvaluatedMarks AvailableMarks ObtainedComments
TASK 1: Identification and preparation
Candidate wears appropriate PPE before starting
(Award 2 marks for correct PPE use, zero if not)		2
Candidate correctly identifies the clicker cutting machine and rotary cutter
(Award 3 marks for correct identification, zero if incorrect)		3
Candidate sets up and prepares the cutting table and machine correctly
(Award 3 marks for proper setup, zero if incomplete)		3
Candidate selects and positions cutting dies properly on material sheets
(Award 3 marks for correct positioning, zero if wrong)		3
Candidate measures and marks cutting lines accurately using measuring tape and marker
(Award 3 marks for accuracy, zero if inaccurate)		3
Sub-Total14
TASK 2: Operation of cutting machines
Candidate operates clicker cutting machine safely and correctly
(Award 5 marks for safe and correct operation, zero otherwise)		5
Candidate uses rotary cutter effectively for trimming or minor cuts
(Award 3 marks for correct use, zero if incorrect)		3
Candidate maintains control and precision during cutting
(Award 3 marks for precision, zero if careless)		3
Candidate cleans and stores machines and tools after use
(Award 2 marks for proper cleaning and storage, zero if neglected)		2
Sub-Total13
PRODUCT CHECKLIST
Cut footwear upper components measure approximately 300mm x 200mm within ±5mm tolerance
(Award 5 marks for correct dimensions, zero if outside tolerance)		5
Edges of cut components are clean and free of tears or jagged cuts
(Award 4 marks for clean edges, zero if torn or rough)		4
Cut components match the shapes and layout shown on the working drawing
(Award 4 marks for conformity to drawing, zero if mismatched)		4
Materials are properly handled without wastage or damage
(Award 4 marks for careful handling, zero if damaged)		4
Sub-Total17
GRAND TOTAL44
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:

  • Use shoe construction tools, machines, equipment, and materials correctly following job specifications.
  • Operate shoe lasting tools, machines, and equipment properly as required for your tasks.
  • Use shoe conditioning equipment and machines accurately according to the job needs.
  • Set and adjust sole attaching tools, equipment, and machines to the exact parameters needed.
  • Perform footwear finishing operations using the right tools, machines, and materials with the correct methods.
  • Carry out shoe room operations efficiently using the appropriate tools and equipment based on job requirements.
  • Maintain a safe and clean workplace by following OSHA guidelines and best practices.
  • Follow your organization’s standard operating procedures carefully and consistently.
  • Keep accurate records and documents as required by your workplace policies.
  • Identify job requirements clearly by understanding the specifications for bottom components.
  • Match shoe uppers, bottom components, and lasts correctly to meet job specifications.
  • Fit toe puffs and stiffeners precisely according to the job instructions.

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