Leather Goods Production  ·  Level 5
Leather Goods Component Preparation Operations
Chapter 5: Perform splitting operations
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Practical 1: Manual splitting of a leather hide to 1.2 mm thickness using hand tools

Leather Goods Production · Level 5
Leather Goods Component Preparation 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.  Manually split a vegetable tanned cowhide leather hide to a uniform thickness of 1.2 mm across the entire 0.8 m² hide using hand tools.
2.  You have been provided with the following resources for the practical task:
Tools & EquipmentMaterials
Splitting knifeVegetable tanned cowhide leather
Cutting matDust coat
Leather skiving stoneClosed safety shoes
Measuring caliper
Marker pen
⬇ PDFResources Required (Cutting List)
S/NItemQuantity
1Vegetable tanned cowhide leather, 0.8 m² per Candidate0.8 m² per Candidate
2Splitting knife1 Pc per Candidate
3Cutting mat1 Pc per Candidate
4Leather skiving stone1 Pc per Candidate
5Dust coat1 Pc per Candidate
6Closed safety shoes1 Pair per Candidate
7Measuring caliper1 Pc per Candidate
8Marker pen1 Pc per Candidate
⬇ PDFAssessor Guide
Items to be EvaluatedMarks AvailableMarks ObtainedComments
TASK 1: Safety and preparation
Worn the PPEs: dust coat and closed safety shoes
(Award 2 marks if both PPE items worn, 0 if not)
2
Identified and arranged tools and materials properly
(Award 2 marks for correct identification and neat arrangement, 0 if not)
2
Properly handled splitting knife and other tools
(Award 2 marks for safe and correct handling, 0 if unsafe or incorrect)
2
Organized work area before starting splitting
(Award 1 mark for neat and safe work area, 0 if cluttered or unsafe)
1
Sub-Total7
TASK 2: Manual splitting operation
Marked the leather hide for uniform thickness control
(Award 2 marks for accurate marking, 0 if not marked or inaccurate)
2
Performed splitting to approximately 1.2 mm thickness
(Award 4 marks for uniform and correct thickness splitting, 0 if uneven or incorrect)
4
Used splitting knife with correct technique to avoid damage
(Award 3 marks for proper technique and no damage, 0 if damaged or improper technique)
3
Smoothed and finished the split surface using skiving stone
(Award 2 marks for smooth finish, 0 if rough or uneven)
2
Sub-Total11
PRODUCT CHECKLIST
Leather hide split to uniform 1.2 mm thickness (measured with caliper)
(Award 4 marks if thickness uniform and within ±0.1 mm tolerance, 0 if not)
4
No visible cuts, tears, or damage on the split surface
(Award 3 marks if surface is clean and undamaged, 0 if damaged)
3
Edges of the hide neat and clean after splitting
(Award 2 marks for neat edges, 0 if ragged)
2
Overall neatness and readiness for further processing
(Award 2 marks for neat, professional finish, 0 if poor finish)
2
Sub-Total11
GRAND TOTAL29
ASSESSMENT OUTCOME:   ☐ Competent    ☐ Not Yet Competent (competent if at least 50%)

Practical 2: Machine Splitting Setup and Operation for Uniform Leather Thickness

Leather Goods Production · Level 5
Leather Goods Component Preparation 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.  Set up and operate a leather splitting machine to split a 500mm x 500mm x 3mm thick leather piece into two uniform thickness layers of 1.5mm each.
2.  You have been provided with the following resources for the practical task:
Tools & EquipmentMaterials
Leather splitting machineLeather piece 500mm x 500mm x 3mm thickness
Measuring caliperDust coat
Cleaning clothClosed shoes
⬇ PDFResources Required (Cutting List)
S/NItemQuantity
1Leather splitting machine1 Pc per Candidate
2Leather piece 500mm x 500mm x 3mm thickness1 Pc per Candidate
3Measuring caliper1 Pc per Candidate
4Dust coat1 Pc per Candidate
5Closed shoes1 Pair per Candidate
6Cleaning cloth1 Pc per Candidate
⬇ PDFAssessor Guide
Items to be EvaluatedMarks AvailableMarks ObtainedComments
TASK 1: Safety and Preparation
Worn PPE: dust coat and closed shoes
(Award 2 marks for correct PPE worn, 0 if not)
2
Identified and prepared tools and equipment
(Award 2 marks for correct identification and preparation, 0 if not)
2
Organized work area for safe operation
(Award 1 mark for neat, hazard-free work area, 0 if not)
1
Sub-Total5
TASK 2: Machine Setup and Operation
Set machine thickness gauge to 1.5mm
(Award 3 marks for correct gauge setting, 0 if incorrect)
3
Positioned leather piece correctly on machine bed
(Award 2 marks for correct positioning, 0 if incorrect)
2
Operated machine safely and steadily
(Award 3 marks for safe, steady operation, 0 if unsafe or improper)
3
Checked splitting progress and adjusted if necessary
(Award 2 marks for monitoring and adjustment, 0 if not done)
2
Sub-Total10
TASK 3: Inspection and Finishing
Measured thickness of both split layers using caliper
(Award 3 marks for accurate measurement, 0 if not measured or inaccurate)
3
Cleaned machine and work area after operation
(Award 2 marks for cleaning, 0 if not done)
2
Handled leather components carefully to avoid damage
(Award 2 marks for careful handling, 0 if damage caused)
2
Sub-Total7
PRODUCT CHECKLIST
Both leather layers have uniform thickness of 1.5mm ±0.1mm
(Award 5 marks if thickness is uniform and within tolerance, 0 if not)
5
Leather surfaces are smooth and free from splitting defects
(Award 3 marks for defect-free surfaces, 0 if defects present)
3
Finished components are neat and conform to size 500mm x 500mm
(Award 3 marks for neatness and correct size, 0 if not)
3
Sub-Total11
GRAND TOTAL33
ASSESSMENT OUTCOME:   ☐ Competent    ☐ Not Yet Competent (competent if at least 50%)
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