Foot Wear Production  ·  Level 5
Footwear Finishing Operations
Chapter 3: Carry out Footwear finishing operations
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Chapter Practical Activities

Practical 1: Surface preparation for footwear finishing

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

Type: Individual

INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATE:
1.  You are required to perform the following task:
i.  Prepare the surface of a leather footwear upper pair (size 42) by cleaning, sanding, and smoothing it for finishing.
2.  You have been provided with the following resources for the practical task:
Tools & EquipmentMaterials
Sanding blockLeather footwear upper (unfinished)
Small brushSandpaper (medium grit 120)
Cleaning clothLeather cleaner solution (200 ml)
Plastic trayProtective gloves
Dust mask
⬇ PDFResources Required (Cutting List)
S/NItemQuantity
1Leather footwear upper (unfinished)1 Pair per Candidate
2Sandpaper (medium grit 120)3 Sheets per Candidate
3Cleaning cloth2 Pcs per Candidate
4Leather cleaner solution (200 ml)200 ml per Candidate
5Plastic tray for cleaner1 Pc per Candidate
6Sanding block1 Pc per Candidate
7Small brush1 Pc per Candidate
8Protective gloves1 Pair per Candidate
9Dust mask1 Pc per Candidate
⬇ PDFAssessor Guide
Items to be EvaluatedMarks AvailableMarks ObtainedComments
TASK 1: Surface Preparation Process
Candidate wears protective gloves and dust mask before starting
(Award 3 marks for correct PPE usage, 0 if none)
3
Candidate applies leather cleaner solution evenly using cleaning cloth
(Award 5 marks for even and adequate application)
5
Candidate uses sanding block with sandpaper to sand the footwear surface uniformly
(Award 6 marks for consistent and uniform sanding without damage)
6
Candidate uses small brush to remove dust and debris from surface after sanding
(Award 4 marks for thorough cleaning of dust)
4
Candidate inspects surface visually to confirm smoothness and readiness for finishing
(Award 2 marks for proper inspection)
2
Candidate cleans and organizes work area after completion
(Award 2 marks for neatness and tidiness)
2
Sub-Total22
PRODUCT CHECKLIST
Footwear upper surface is clean, smooth, and free of dust or sanding marks
(Award 10 marks for uniform surface preparation ready for finishing)
10
Footwear upper size 42 is maintained without distortion or damage
(Award 6 marks for correct size and no damage)
6
Surface texture is uniformly sanded with no rough patches or scratches
(Award 7 marks for consistent surface texture)
7
Leather cleaner is fully removed leaving no residue
(Award 5 marks for no cleaner residue)
5
Overall appearance matches the provided working drawing requirements
(Award 5 marks for conformity to drawing standards)
5
Sub-Total33
GRAND TOTAL55
ASSESSMENT OUTCOME:   ☐ Competent    ☐ Not Yet Competent (competent if at least 50%)

Practical 2: Apply adhesives and bonding agents to join footwear parts securely

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

Type: Individual

INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATE:
1.  You are required to perform the following task:
i.  Apply adhesives and bonding agents to join a rubber sole 300mm x 120mm to a vamp upper leather piece 300mm x 120mm.
2.  You have been provided with the following resources for the practical task:
Tools & EquipmentMaterials
Adhesive brushRubber sole
Clamping pressVamp upper leather piece
Sandpaper P120Contact adhesive (solvent-based)
Cleaning clothBonding agent (water-based)
Protective gloves
⬇ PDFResources Required (Cutting List)
S/NItemQuantity
1Adhesive brush1 Pc per Candidate
2Rubber sole1 Pc per Candidate
3Vamp upper leather piece1 Pc per Candidate
4Contact adhesive (solvent-based)200 ml per Candidate
5Bonding agent (water-based)100 ml per Candidate
6Clamping press1 Pc per 2 Candidates
7Sandpaper P1202 sheets per Candidate
8Cleaning cloth2 Pcs per Candidate
9Protective gloves1 Pair per Candidate
⬇ PDFAssessor Guide
Items to be EvaluatedMarks AvailableMarks ObtainedComments
TASK 1: Preparation and surface treatment
Candidate wears protective gloves before handling adhesives
(Award 2 marks for correct PPE use, 0 if not)
2
Candidate cleans bonding surfaces with cleaning cloth
(Award 3 marks for thorough cleaning, 0 if surfaces remain dusty or oily)
3
Candidate roughens surfaces with sandpaper P120 evenly
(Award 3 marks for even abrasion on both sole and vamp, 0 if uneven or missed)
3
Sub-Total8
TASK 2: Adhesive application and bonding
Candidate applies contact adhesive evenly on sole and vamp surfaces using adhesive brush
(Award 4 marks for uniform adhesive application, 0 if patchy or excessive)
4
Candidate allows contact adhesive to dry to tacky state before joining
(Award 3 marks for correct drying time observation, 0 if joined too early or too late)
3
Candidate applies bonding agent on edges for enhanced adhesion
(Award 3 marks for correct bonding agent application, 0 if omitted or incorrect)
3
Candidate aligns sole and vamp accurately and clamps for at least 10 minutes
(Award 4 marks for correct alignment and clamping, 0 if misaligned or insufficient clamping)
4
Sub-Total14
PRODUCT CHECKLIST
Final bonded sole and vamp dimensions 300mm x 120mm with no misalignment
(Award 6 marks if dimensions and alignment match drawing within ±3mm, 0 if outside tolerance)
6
Bonded joint is uniform with no gaps or adhesive overflow
(Award 6 marks for neat, continuous bonding with no visible gaps or excess adhesive, 0 if defects present)
6
Bonded joint withstands light manual flexing without separation
(Award 6 marks if joint holds without separation or cracking, 0 if joint weak or fails)
6
Sub-Total18
GRAND TOTAL40
ASSESSMENT OUTCOME:   ☐ Competent    ☐ Not Yet Competent (competent if at least 50%)
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