Foot Wear Production  ·  Level 5
Footwear Component Preparation
Chapter 7: Carry out edge treatment
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Chapter Practical Activities

Practical 1: Edge trimming and shaping of footwear upper component

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

Type: Individual

INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATE:
1.  You are required to perform the following task:
i.  Trim and shape the edges of one leather upper component measuring approximately 250mm x 150mm to ensure smoothness and proper fit.
2.  You have been provided with the following resources for the practical task:
Tools & EquipmentMaterials
Edge trimming knifeLeather upper component
Edge bevelerEdge finishing compound
Sandpaper (medium grit)
Cotton cloth
⬇ PDFResources Required (Cutting List)
S/NItemQuantity
1Leather upper component1 Pc per Candidate
2Edge trimming knife1 Pc per Candidate
3Edge beveler1 Pc per Candidate
4Sandpaper (medium grit)2 Sheets per Candidate
5Edge finishing compound50 ml per Candidate
6Cotton cloth1 Pc per Candidate
⬇ PDFAssessor Guide
Items to be EvaluatedMarks AvailableMarks ObtainedComments
TASK 1: Prepare and trim edges
Candidate wears appropriate PPE before starting work
(Award 2 marks for correct PPE use, 0 if none)
2
Candidate sets up workstation in a safe and organized manner
(Award 2 marks for proper setup, 0 if unsafe or disorganized)
2
Candidate uses edge trimming knife to remove excess leather evenly
(Award 3 marks for even and accurate trimming, 0 otherwise)
3
Candidate shapes edges using edge beveler to uniform bevel
(Award 3 marks for uniform beveling on all edges, 0 otherwise)
3
Candidate smoothens edges with medium grit sandpaper effectively
(Award 3 marks for smooth finish with no rough patches, 0 otherwise)
3
Candidate applies edge finishing compound evenly using cotton cloth
(Award 2 marks for even application, 0 if uneven or missed)
2
Sub-Total15
PRODUCT CHECKLIST
Edges trimmed to approximately 250mm x 150mm dimensions with uniform bevel
(Award 5 marks if dimensions and bevel uniformity meet drawing specification)
5
Edges are smooth to touch without roughness or cuts
(Award 5 marks if edges are smooth and free from defects)
5
Edge finishing compound applied uniformly with no excess or gaps
(Award 5 marks for neat and uniform finishing)
5
Sub-Total15
GRAND TOTAL30
ASSESSMENT OUTCOME:   ☐ Competent    ☐ Not Yet Competent (competent if at least 50%)

Practical 2: Edge Beveling of Leather Components for Footwear Assembly

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

Type: Individual

INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATE:
1.  You are required to perform the following task:
i.  Bevel the edges of 3 leather outer upper components each measuring approximately 250mm x 150mm to prepare them for assembly.
2.  You have been provided with the following resources for the practical task:
Tools & EquipmentMaterials
Edge beveler toolLeather components (outer upper parts)
Sanding blockEdge finishing gum
Cloth for polishing
⬇ PDFResources Required (Cutting List)
S/NItemQuantity
1Leather components (outer upper parts)3 Pcs per Candidate
2Edge beveler tool1 Pc per Candidate
3Sanding block1 Pc per Candidate
4Edge finishing gum1 Bottle per 5 Candidates
5Cloth for polishing1 Pc per Candidate
⬇ PDFAssessor Guide
Items to be EvaluatedMarks AvailableMarks ObtainedComments
TASK 1: Edge Beveling Process
Candidate wears appropriate PPE (gloves, apron)
(Award 2 marks for correct PPE use, zero if not)
2
Candidate correctly sets out and secures leather components before beveling
(Award 3 marks for proper setup and secure positioning)
3
Candidate uses the edge beveler tool correctly to bevel edges evenly
(Award 2 marks per component for even beveling, total 6 marks)
6
Candidate smooths bevelled edges using sanding block uniformly
(Award 1 mark per component for smooth, uniform edges)
4
Candidate applies edge finishing gum evenly along bevelled edges
(Award 1 mark per component for correct application)
3
Candidate polishes edges with cloth to achieve uniform gloss
(Award 1 mark per component for uniform gloss finish)
4
Sub-Total22
PRODUCT CHECKLIST
Edges bevelled to approximately 2mm width uniformly on all 3 components
(Award 2 marks per component for correct bevel width and uniformity)
6
Edges are smooth, free from roughness or tears
(Award 2 marks per component for smooth, clean edges)
6
Edge finishing gum applied evenly without excess or gaps
(Award 1.33 marks per component for neat application)
4
Final edge finish shows uniform gloss and no visible defects
(Award 1.33 marks per component for uniform gloss and quality finish)
4
Sub-Total20
GRAND TOTAL42
ASSESSMENT OUTCOME:   ☐ Competent    ☐ Not Yet Competent (competent if at least 50%)
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