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Footwear Construction
Chapter 3: Identify shoe construction tools, machines and equipment
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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.
  • Safely and accurately operate shoe lasting tools, machines, and equipment according to job requirements.
  • Properly use shoe conditioning equipment and machines following job specifications.
  • Set and adjust sole attaching tools, equipment, and machine parameters correctly to meet job standards.
  • Use tools, equipment, machines, and materials for footwear finishing operations following the right finishing methods.
  • Effectively utilize tools, equipment, machines, and materials for shoe room operations based on job needs.
  • Maintain safe workplace practices by following OSHA regulations.
  • Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) accurately according to your organization’s setup.
  • Keep records and documents accurately as per organizational policy.
  • Identify and apply the correct conditioning methods for shoe lasting based on the upper material and organizational setup.
  • Safely and correctly set and adjust conditioning equipment and machine parameters to meet job specifications.

Mastering these skills will help you become a confident and skilled footwear technician, ready to produce high-quality shoes safely and efficiently in the real trade.

Chapter Practical Activities

Practical 1: Identify and use cutting tools for leather upper components

Foot Wear Production · Level 5
Footwear Construction
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 upper components measuring 250mm x 180mm as per the provided pattern templates.
2.  You have been provided with the following resources for the practical task:
Tools & EquipmentMaterials
Leather cutting knifeLeather sheets 2mm thick
Round edge scissorsLeather upper pattern templates
Clicker press with cutting dies
Cutting board
Measuring tape
Marking chalk
⬇ PDFResources Required (Cutting List)
S/NItemQuantity
1Leather cutting knife1 Pc per Candidate
2Round edge scissors1 Pc per Candidate
3Clicker press with cutting dies1 Pc per 3 Candidates
4Cutting board (60cm x 45cm)1 Pc per Candidate
5Measuring tape1 Pc per Candidate
6Leather upper pattern templates1 Set per Candidate
7Marking chalk1 Pc per Candidate
8Leather sheets 2mm thick0.5 m² per Candidate
⬇ PDFAssessor Guide
Items to be EvaluatedMarks AvailableMarks ObtainedComments
TASK 1: Preparation and marking
Candidate wears appropriate PPE before starting work
(Award 2 marks for correct PPE use or zero)		2
Candidate selects correct leather sheet and places it properly on cutting board
(Award 2 marks for correct material selection and positioning or zero)		2
Candidate accurately measures and marks leather using measuring tape and chalk according to pattern templates
(Award 3 marks for accurate measurement and marking or zero)		3
Sub-Total7
TASK 2: Cutting leather components
Candidate demonstrates correct handling and use of leather cutting knife
(Award 3 marks for safe and proper knife use or zero)		3
Candidate uses round edge scissors effectively for trimming edges
(Award 2 marks for correct scissor use or zero)		2
Candidate operates clicker press and cutting dies safely and correctly (if applicable)
(Award 3 marks for correct clicker press operation or zero)		3
Candidate maintains clean cutting lines following marked outlines
(Award 3 marks for neat and accurate cutting or zero)		3
Sub-Total11
PRODUCT CHECKLIST
Leather upper components cut to correct dimensions 250mm x 180mm within ±3mm tolerance
(Award 5 marks for components matching specified dimensions or zero)		5
Cut edges are smooth, free from jagged cuts or tears
(Award 4 marks for clean edges or zero)		4
Components conform to pattern template shape accurately
(Award 4 marks for conformity to pattern or zero)		4
Sub-Total13
GRAND TOTAL31
ASSESSMENT OUTCOME:   ☐ Competent    ☐ Not Yet Competent (competent if at least 50%)

Practical 2: Operation and Maintenance of Industrial Stitching Machine for Shoe Assembly

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

Type: Individual

INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATE:
1.  You are required to perform the following task:
i.  Operate and maintain an industrial stitching machine to assemble three pairs of shoe uppers measuring approximately 300mm x 120mm each.
2.  You have been provided with the following resources for the practical task:
Tools & EquipmentMaterials
Industrial shoe stitching machineCotton or nylon thread spools
Cleaning brush for machineLeather upper pieces for assembly
Tweezers for thread handlingShoe lining pieces
Screwdriver set for machine adjustmentsMachine oil (100 ml bottle)
Spare needles for stitching machine
Personal protective equipment (PPE): gloves, safety goggles
⬇ PDFResources Required (Cutting List)
S/NItemQuantity
1Industrial shoe stitching machine1 Pc per Candidate
2Cotton or nylon thread spools5 Spools per Candidate
3Leather upper pieces for assembly3 Sets per Candidate
4Shoe lining pieces3 Sets per Candidate
5Machine oil (100 ml bottle)1 Bottle per 3 Candidates
6Cleaning brush for machine1 Pc per Candidate
7Spare needles for stitching machine3 Pcs per Candidate
8Tweezers for thread handling1 Pc per Candidate
9Screwdriver set for machine adjustments1 Set per Candidate
10Personal protective equipment (PPE): gloves, safety goggles1 Set per Candidate
⬇ PDFAssessor Guide
Items to be EvaluatedMarks AvailableMarks ObtainedComments
TASK 1: Machine Operation and Threading
Candidate wears appropriate PPE before starting the machine
(Award 2 marks for correct PPE use, zero if none)		2
Candidate correctly threads the machine using provided thread spools
(Award 3 marks for correct threading procedure, zero otherwise)		3
Candidate sets appropriate stitch length and tension on the machine
(Award 3 marks for correct machine settings, zero otherwise)		3
Candidate operates the machine safely to stitch shoe upper pieces accurately
(Award 4 marks for safe and accurate stitching, zero otherwise)		4
Candidate changes needle correctly when required during operation
(Award 2 marks for proper needle replacement, zero otherwise)		2
Sub-Total14
TASK 2: Machine Maintenance
Candidate cleans the stitching machine using the cleaning brush after operation
(Award 3 marks for thorough cleaning, zero otherwise)		3
Candidate applies machine oil at designated points to lubricate the machine
(Award 3 marks for correct lubrication, zero otherwise)		3
Candidate inspects machine parts for wear or damage and reports findings
(Award 3 marks for proper inspection and reporting, zero otherwise)		3
Sub-Total9
PRODUCT CHECKLIST
All three shoe upper pairs stitched with uniform, tight, and neat stitching as per the provided dimensions (approx. 300mm x 120mm)
(Award 6 marks for all uppers meeting size and stitching quality, zero otherwise)		6
No thread breakage or skipped stitches visible on finished shoe uppers
(Award 4 marks for flawless stitching, zero otherwise)		4
Sub-Total10
GRAND TOTAL33
ASSESSMENT OUTCOME:   ☐ Competent    ☐ Not Yet Competent (competent if at least 50%)
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🔒Edge trimming and finishing of shoe components using edge finishing toolsPractical 6
🔒Operation of sole cutting machine to produce shoe solesPractical 7
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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.
  • Safely and accurately operate shoe lasting tools, machines, and equipment according to job requirements.
  • Properly use shoe conditioning equipment and machines following job specifications.
  • Set and adjust sole attaching tools, equipment, and machine parameters correctly to meet job standards.
  • Use tools, equipment, machines, and materials for footwear finishing operations following the right finishing methods.
  • Effectively utilize tools, equipment, machines, and materials for shoe room operations based on job needs.
  • Maintain safe workplace practices by following OSHA regulations.
  • Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) accurately according to your organization’s setup.
  • Keep records and documents accurately as per organizational policy.
  • Identify and apply the correct conditioning methods for shoe lasting based on the upper material and organizational setup.
  • Safely and correctly set and adjust conditioning equipment and machine parameters to meet job specifications.

Tick each one you can genuinely do.

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