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SKSFL4 – Design footwear and leather goods using CAD systemsOverview:This standard is about using computer-aided design software to design footwear or leathergoods. It includes confirming design requirements, setting up, using and closing CAD software, producing alternative designs, providing clear and accurate information about designs, recording details of alterations both before and after factory production trials, agreeing final designs and completing required paperwork.This standard is for anyone involved in using CAD systems to design footwear or leathergoods products.Performance Criteria:make sure work areas are free from hazards at all timesliaise with relevant people to confirm design requirementsset up and operate computer hardware and software in accordance with supplier instructions and company requirementsuse CAD software to create designs that meet design requirements create designs that take account of pattern cutting and grading requirementsmanipulate and alter images on screen to test ideas that are within scope of required designsprint off alternative designs to present a range of options suitable for productiongive clear and accurate information about the differences between alternative design options to relevant people provide information about designs required by those making factory production trialsrecord full details of any agreed alterations before and after factory production trial inspections confirm final designs with appropriate people back up CAD systems before turning them offcomply with written instructions relating to product design at all timescomplete required forms, records and other documentation work to legal requirements, standards and regulations, policies, procedures and professional codes at all timesKnowledge and Understanding:the principles of CAD systems the main design capabilities of the CAD systems with which you are workinghow to undertake modelling and testing using CAD the main differences and advantages of 2D and 3D CAD the information required to get started with designing concepts using CAD information about design requirements including the scope of designs, when designs are required and the main design features how to start, operate and close down CAD systemsthe principles of pattern cutting and grading the importance of pattern trialshow to explain the differences between alternative designs clearly and accurately why it is important to record information clearly about alterations and amendments required to agreed designs before and after factory production trial inspectionwhat information is required by those making factory production trials the organisation’s rules, codes, guidelines and standardsequipment operating proceduresstatutory responsibilities under health, safety and environmental legislation and regulationscommon hazards in the work area and workplace procedures for dealing with themmanufacturers’ instructions for using computer hardware and software who to liaise with and when and how to communicate with themSKSFDT2 – Product test footwear and leathergoods Overview:This standard is about product testing footwear and leathergoods to determine their suitability for use. This includes testing for colourfastness, chemical testing, physical testing, tensile testing, flex testing and abrasion testing This will take place in a laboratory. This Standard includes determining appropriate tests, selecting tools and equipment, carrying out tests in controlled environments, analysing, interpreting and recording test results, identifying areas of non-conformance or variation, writing detailed reports on findings, and give feedback to technicians and others.This standard is for laboratory technicians who test the physical performance characteristics of materials used in footwear and leathergoodsPerformance Criteria:make sure the work area is free from hazards at all timesdetermine appropriate tests to carry out on materialsselect appropriate equipment and tools for testing processescheck that test environments meets requirements for testing processesensure there are no foreign bodies within products being testedcarry out testing to methods prescribed by organisation and manufacturerscarry out all tests in controlled environments carry out appropriate simulation processes to determine how products act with ageanalyse and interpret results within appropriate parametersrecord test results in appropriate recording systemsproduce reports in sufficient detail to explain results and highlighting any areas of variation or non-conformance report feedback from testing to sample technicians and other interested partiescomply with written instructions relating to product tests at all timescomplete required forms, records and other documentationwork to legal requirements, standards and regulations, policies, procedures and professional codesKnowledge and Understanding:general testing principles and standard test methods including those for colourfastness, chemical testing, physical testing, tensile testing, flex testing and abrasion testingspecialist properties of materials used in production key tests to carry out for a range of materials and components including those for banned and resistant substancesthe impact that foreign bodies can have on testing and how to identify and remove them including broken needles, blades, tacks, metal contenttest control methodswhich materials to test and how statistical variationtesting conditions requiredthe organisation’s approach and policy on ethical trading and social accountability statutory responsibilities under health, safety and environmental legislation and regulationscommon hazards in the work area and workplace procedures for dealing with themthe organisation’s rules, codes, guidelines and standardsequipment operating proceduresmanufacturers’ instructions for tools, equipment and substances related to testingproduct safety and labelling directives the use of banned and restricted substances who to liaise with and when and how to communicate with themSKSFDT3 – Trial footwear productsOverview:This standard is about trialling footwear products to determine fitness for purpose by conducting wearer trials.This includes estimating numbers of each product to trial, organising fitting panels of people with appropriate foot types, taking measurements and fitting shoes to wearers, analysing returned footwear, interpreting results, producing reports, making recommendations for change and sharing results with sample makers.This standard is for technicians who conduct wearer trials on participantsPerformance Criteria:make sure work area is free from hazardsestimate appropriate numbers of products required to conduct effective trials and check specificationsorganise fitting panels in line with trial specificationsagree criteria for different foot types with appropriate peopletake relevant foot measurementsfit footwear onto wearers in accordance with fitting standards and techniquesassess and analyse returned footwear against trial specificationsproduce reports making recommendations for change based on footwear trialsfeedback trial results to relevant people involved with sample making comply with written instructions relating to footwear trialscomplete required forms, records and other documentationwork to legal requirements, standards and regulations, policies, procedures and professional codes at all timesKnowledge and Understanding:specifications for wearer trials including selection of fitting panels and criteria for different foot typeshow to measure foot comfort when footwear is being wornfoot anatomical pressure points when wearing footwearfoot measurement and methods of assessing fitkey safety related propertieskey quality related propertiesthe organisation’s approach and policies on ethical trading and social accountability client and organisational returns systemsfit reports and how to complete themchildren’s fitting criteria including required growth areathe organisation’s rules, codes, guidelines and standardsequipment operating proceduresproducts safety directivesthe use of banned and restricted substancesfootwear labelling directivescommon hazards in the work area and workplace procedures for dealing with themstatutory responsibilities under health, safety and environmental legislation and regulationswho to liaise with and when and how to communicate with themSKSFL3 – Create complex patterns for footwear and leathergoods Overview:This standard is about creating complex patterns for production of footwear and leathergoods. This covers producing complex patterns for factory testing, user trials and production. This includes confirming pattern requirements, adhering inside and outside forms or patterns, creating mean forms, standards and sectional pieces, amending patterns, grading patterns, labelling and storing patterns and issuing them. This standard is for anyone who creates patterns for factory testing, user trials and production of complex footwear or leathergoods.Performance Criteria:make sure work area is free from hazards at all timesliaise with appropriate colleagues to confirm pattern requirementsadhere forme material to create required inside and outside forms or patternscreate required mean forms, standard and sectional pieceschoose appropriate equipment to produce patternsproduce and cut pattern specifications that meet pattern requirementsliaise with relevant people about most effective construction methodsissue patterns for prototype manufacture at appropriate timesinspect prototypes and agree any amendments to be made to patterns with relevant peopleproduce pattern trials for factory testing at appropriate timesmake adjustments to patterns to compensate for any problems identified during trials grade patterns with required restrictions or groupingslabel and store pattern pieces in line with organisational requirementsinclude stitch markers and other information required to take patterns forward for production keep workstations and equipment clean during pattern work comply with written instructions relating to creating patternscomplete required forms, records and other documentationwork to legal requirements, standards and regulations, policies, procedures and professional codes at all timesKnowledge and Understanding:sources of information about the scope of the job and the tasks required relevant information about pattern requirements including when patterns are required, design specifications, types of materials when information about footwear is relevant to your work including last style, quantity and size ratio and alterations in the form of the foot during maturitymethods used to create patternspattern making tools, their limitations and how to use them safelymanufacturer and supplier instructions relating to tools, equipment and materials for pattern makingbasic rules of pattern cutting and grading benefits of pattern standardisation methods used in adhering the forme or pattern material and appropriate tools and equipment implications of the work for production and an appreciation of costs the production of jigs and markershow work, sequence and processes are carried out in each departmentthe main capabilities of production machinery in use in the companythe main types of construction for footwear or leathergoods the main capabilities, restrictions and characteristics of materials and adhesivesthe use of relevant seam constructions the importance of economy of pattern in terms of material usage and kniveshow to work safely and ensure a safe and clean work area the importance of pattern and fitting trials the organisation’s rules, codes, guidelines and standardsequipment operating proceduresstatutory responsibilities under health, safety and environmental legislation and regulationscommon hazards in the work area and workplace procedures for dealing with themwho to liaise with and when and how to communicate with themSKSFL5 – Create digitised patterns for footwear and leathergoods Overview:This standard is about using computer-aided manufacturing systems to create patterns for footwear and leathergoods. This covers producing digitised patterns for factory testing, user trials and production.This includes confirming pattern requirements, digitising designs into standard shape and size, amending patterns, operating computer-aided manufacturing systems and issuing technical specifications. This standard is for those who create digitised patterns using computer-aided manufacturing systems.Performance Criteria:make sure the work area is free from hazards at all timesliaise with relevant people to confirm pattern requirementsdigitise agreed designs into standard shape and sizedigitise patterns to ensure optimum shape and sizing make technical specifications available to relevant people involved in factory production trialsconfirm changes and amendments to patterns once trials have been inspectedmake adjustments to patterns to compensate for problems identified during trialsmake sure patterns are recreated in sections in line with agreed designsinclude stitch markers and other information required to take patterns forward for production prepare relevant technical specifications for agreed designsshut down CAM systems after use in accordance with company instructionscomply with written instructions relating to pattern creationcomplete required forms, records and other documentationwork to legal requirements, standards and regulations, policies, procedures and professional codes at all timesKnowledge and Understanding:relevant information about pattern requirements including when patterns are required, design specifications, types of materials when information about footwear is relevant to your work including last style, quantity and size ratio and alterations in the form of the foot during maturitythe principles of pattern cutting and gradingthe importance of pattern trialsthe principles and main pattern creation capabilities of CAM systems the benefits of pattern standardisation as applied to CAM systems how to digitise patterns and ensure optimum shape and sizingthe main information required to use digitising equipment how to start, operate and close down CAM systemsthe importance of recording information clearly about alterations and amendments the information required by those making factory production trials and subsequent production the organisation’s rules, codes, guidelines and standardsequipment operating proceduresstatutory responsibilities under health, safety and environmental legislation and regulationscommon hazards in the work area and workplace procedures for dealing with themmanufacturers’ instructions for the operation of CAM systemswho to liaise with and when and how to communicate with themSKSFL6 – Create basic patterns for footwear and leathergoods productsOverview:This standard is about creating basic patterns for production of footwear and leathergoods. This covers producing basic patterns for factory testing and user trials. It does not include grading patterns or preparing them for production. This includes confirming pattern requirements, adhering inside and outside forms or patterns, creating mean forms, standards and sectional pieces, amending patterns, labelling and storing patterns and issuing them. This standard is for anyone who creates patterns for factory testing or user trials of basic footwear or leathergoods.Performance Criteria:make sure work area is free from hazards at all timesliaise with appropriate colleagues to confirm pattern requirementsadhere forme material to create required inside and outside forms or patternscreate required mean forms, standard and sectional pieceschoose appropriate equipment to produce patternsproduce and cut pattern specifications that meet pattern requirementsliaise with relevant people about most effective construction methods issue patterns for prototype manufacture at appropriate timesinspect prototypes and agree any amendments to be made to patterns with relevant peopleissue patterns for product trials at appropriate timesmake adjustments to patterns to compensate for any problems identified during trials label and store pattern pieces in line with organisational requirementskeep workstations and equipment clean during pattern work comply with written instructions relating to creating patternscomplete required forms, records and other documentationwork to legal requirements, standards and regulations, policies, procedures and professional codes at all timesKnowledge and Understanding:sources of information about the scope of the job and the tasks required relevant information about pattern requirements including when patterns are required, design specifications, types of materials when information about footwear is relevant to your work including last style, quantity and size ratio tools needed for the job, their limitations and how to use them safelymanufacturer and supplier instructions relating to tools, equipment and materials for pattern makingthe basic rules of pattern cutting and grading the benefits of pattern standardisation the methods used in adhering the forme or pattern material, including tape, paper and vacuum and the tools and equipment usedhow work, sequence and processes are carried out in each departmentthe main capabilities of production machinery in use in the companythe main types of construction for footwear or leathergoods the main capabilities, restrictions and characteristics of materials and adhesivesthe importance of pattern and wearer trialsthe use of relevant seam constructions how to work safely and ensure a safe and clean work areathe organisation’s rules, codes, guidelines and standardsequipment operating proceduresstatutory responsibilities under health, safety and environmental legislation and regulationscommon hazards in the work area and workplace procedures for dealing with themwho to liaise with and when and how to communicate with themSKSFDT1 – Develop footwear productsOverview:This standard is about developing patterns and lasts, sourcing materials and organising the production of footwear samples.This includes interpreting designs, designing new or adapting existing patterns, sourcing materials, buying new or adapting existing lasts, identifying factories to meet quality requirements, producing and costing samples and liaising with factories and suppliers about sample production and checking that customer requirements are met.This standard is for technicians who are responsible for developing patterns and lasts, sourcing materials and organising the production of footwear samples.Performance Criteria:make sure the work area is free from hazards at all timesinterpret footwear designs in line with specifications design new or adapt existing footwear patterns to meet initial footwear designssource appropriate materials for production adapt existing footwear lasts when possibleprocure new lasts when it is not possible to adapt existing lastssource factories with capability to manufacture products to required quality create and engineer patterns to meet requirementscreate footwear samples at appropriate times work in ways that minimise waste at all times produce realistic costings for footwear samplesliaise with external partners on sample production at appropriate times make sure footwear samples meet customer expectations for quality and deadlinescomply with written instructions relating to product developmentcomplete required forms, records and other documentationwork to legal requirements, standards and regulations, policies, procedures and professional codes at all timesKnowledge and Understanding:foot anatomyprinciples of last designing principles of last gradingfootwear sizing systemslast constructionmaterial types and characteristics including leather, synthetic and textilefootwear construction methodsfoot comfort requirementsfootwear manufacturing processesthe effects of wastage on operations and sustainabilitylegal and labelling requirements regarding manufacturing materials & chemicalsstatutory responsibilities under health, safety and environmental legislation and regulationsthe organisation’s rules, codes, guidelines and standardsequipment operating proceduresmanufacturers’ instructionsproduct safety directivesthe organisation’s ethical trading and social accountability policiesthe use of banned and restricted substances common hazards in the work area and workplace procedures for dealing with themwho to liaise with and when and how to communicate with them including factories and suppliersSKSLG9 – Analyse and test leather samplesOverview:This standard is about carrying out tests and trials on leather samples and analysing the results. This is an important stage prior to production. This includes planning tests and trials, selecting trial samples, carrying out tests and trials, analysing results on leather samples and trials and making clear recommendations to the relevant people for future development plans.This standard is for those who analyse and test leather samples.Performance Criteria:check plans for tests and trials meet company objectives and customer requirementscheck planned tests and trials can be maintained within budget, time constraints and company capabilitiesselect appropriate trial samples for testing and analysisdesign and carry out tests on trial samples in accordance with industry standardscarry out an accurate analysis of the results of tests and trials identify and discuss pertinent points of the results of tests and trials with relevant people evaluate the success of tests and trials within the context of company objectives and customer requirementsmake clear and realistic recommendations for future development with agreed outcomes and indicative costs to relevant people discuss new techniques and processes with relevant people at appropriate timesuse the results of testing and analysis to update plans for future developmentcomply with written instructions relating to testing and analysiscomplete required forms, records and other documentationwork to legal requirements, standards and regulations, policies, procedures and professional codes at all timesKnowledge and Understanding:the common types and nature of raw materials used in the production of leather in the company the company’s leather production methods and techniques company objectives the benefits and disadvantages of different types of tests and trials how to select trial sampleshow to accurately analyse reultsbudgets and timescales for development work relevant sources of information for keeping up-to-date on new techniques and processesthe organisation’s rules, codes, guidelines and standardsstatutory responsibilities under health, safety and environmental legislation and regulationscommon hazards in the work area and workplace procedures for dealing with themthe hazards associated with the machines and the safety precautions that must be takenrelevant people including those managing production how to discuss new techniques and processes in a way that encourages useful contributions and ideasSKSL1 – Carry out chemical or mechanical processes to hides, skins and leather Overview:This standard is about carrying out chemical or mechanical processes to materials in leather production. Materials can be hides, skins or leather. Chemical processing can take place in beamhouse, tannage, post tannage and finishing. Mechanical processing can include fleshing, splitting, shaving, drying, softening, spraying and embossing.This includes confirming the type grade and quantity of materials, following processing procedures, avoiding damage or contamination, using required chemicals, machinery or equipment and reporting deviations. The standard is for anyone involved in processing hides, skins or leather as part of production. Performance Criteria:make sure the work area is free from hazards at all timesidentify, select and confirm the type, grade and quantity of materials to be processed confirm that material received matches work ticketcarry out processing in line with essential information contained on work tickets use tools, equipment and chemicals that are appropriate for the type of processing being carried outhandle material in ways that avoid contamination and damage to material during the process carry out processing in line with process instructions work in ways that minimise waste at all times handle and transport material in the correct sequence report any deviations from required processes to line managercomplete processes to the specified standard for the next operationstart, operate and shut down any equipment in line with manufacturers’ instructionshandle any chemicals in line with manufacturers’ instructionsclean, carry out basic maintenance and store any equipment in an appropriate place after usecomply with written instructions relating to processing materialscomplete required forms, records and other documentationwork to legal requirements, standards and regulations, policies, procedures and professional codes at all timesKnowledge and Understanding:the main types and characteristics of hides, skins or leather produced by the company the main stages and purpose of each operation in company production processes the sections of work tickets relevant to the work main stages in mechanical processes including fleshing, splitting, shaving, drying, softening, spraying, embossingmain stages in chemical processes including beamhouse, tannage, post tannage or finishinghow to accurately weigh chemicals and appropriate handling methodsequipment use and capabilities and how to adjust it to achieve required resultsthe by-products and waste produced during processingthe effects of wastage on operations and sustainability the action to be taken when correct material for work is not availablehow material can be contaminated or damaged during processing and the effects on quality what essential information is needed to be passed on and to whomthe company’s rules, codes, guidelines and standardscompany rules for safe disposal of waste and the implications of failing to follow the rulesthe hazards associated with the machines and the safety precautions that must be takenstatutory responsibilities under health, safety and environmental legislation and regulationscommon hazards in the work area and workplace procedures for dealing with themSKSFW11 – Carry out assessment and measurements for handcrafted, bespoke and orthopaedic footwearOverview:This standard is about carrying out assessments and measurements for handcrafted, bespoke or orthopaedic footwear. This includes working with clients to identify their requirements, measuring feet and ankles, prescribing corrections for mechanical foot problems and making and reworking casts.This standard is for anyone who carries out assessments and measurements for handcrafted, bespoke or orthopaedic footwear.Performance Criteria:make sure the work area is free from hazards at all timesidentify clients’ footwear aspirations and any fitting or walking difficulties at appropriate timesseek information from reliable sources about any medical conditions that may put clients’ feet at riskprescribe appropriate corrections for mechanical foot problemsrefer to qualified people when requiredtake accurate measurements of clients’ feet and ankles in line with foot measuring protocolstake and rework casts until they are appropriate for client’s requirementskeep comprehensive records of all information relating to measurements and assessments in line with legislative requirementscomply with written instructions relating to measurements and assessmentscomplete required forms, records and other documentationwork to legal requirements, standards and regulations, policies, procedures and professional codes at all timesKnowledge and Understanding:how to clarify clients special requirementswhen to refer for medical assessmentfoot measuring protocolscasting and rectifying techniqueshow to prescribe corrections for mechanical foot problemsdata protection legislation relating to client recordsthe organisation’s rules, codes, guidelines and standards production quality standards equipment operating proceduresstatutory responsibilities under health, safety and environmental legislation and regulationscommon hazards in the work area and workplace procedures for dealing with themmanufacturers’ instructions relating to equipment and materials for foot measuring and assessment including the use of personal protective equipmentSKSFW10 – Carry out complex lasting and making operations for orthopaedic and bespoke footwearOverview:This standard is about carrying out complex lasting and making operations for orthopaedic or bespoke footwear manufacture. This includes receiving and interpreting prescriptions and specifications, identifying components, handling materials, carrying out lasting and making, complying with quality requirements, sorting and placing completed work, This standard is for those who carry out complex lasting and making operations for orthopaedic or bespoke footwear manufacture.Performance Criteria:make sure the work area is free from hazards at all timesinterpret requirements from prescriptions and specificationsclarify requirements with prescribers or specifiers when requiredcheck that components are available and meet appropriate quality standards before starting workselect and use appropriate equipment and tools for lasting and making operationsuse handling methods during manufacture which maintain quality of materialsmake appropriate adjustments to equipment settings during manufacture carry out lasting and making in line with accepted processeswork in ways that minimise waste at all times complete work to appropriate quality standards sort work in appropriate order for following production stages place completed work in locations that minimise risk of damage carry out closedown procedures so work area is safe and secure comply with written instructions relating to lasting and makingcomplete required forms, records and other documentationwork to legal requirements, standards and regulations, policies, procedures and professional codesKnowledge and Understanding:basic anatomy and terminology of the footcommon foot conditionsrelevant aspects of prescription and specification how to carry out each stage of lasting and making processes including draft or plaster cast interpretation, selecting lasts, last making, cast rectification, cradles, preparing insoles, hand lasting, sole and heel building and orthopaedics how to follow prescriptions for insoles, stiffening, adaptations to sole, heel building and correcting mechanical foot problemshow to use specific materialshow to set up and adjust equipmenthow to make sure that footwear is processed as required, the implications for production the appearance of the final product which faults commonly appear in components and how to deal with themcommon characteristics of material being used possible causes of incorrect lasting and how to deal with themwhich sequences in operations fit with other operations the effects of wastage on operations and sustainability the impact on work flow of components and sundry items not being availablethe importance of production targets and workflow levels how to handle and minimise the risk of damage to lasted uppers during and after lasting and making operations shoe room techniques including last slipping, polishing & cleaning, quality inspections, inserting inserts, socking, lacing, wrapping and packing how to make the work area safe and secure the organisation’s rules, codes, guidelines and standards the production quality standards required equipment operating procedures and manufacturers’ instructionsstatutory responsibilities under health, safety and environmental legislation and regulationscommon hazards in the work area and workplace procedures for dealing with themSKSFL1 – Carry out cutting operations for footwear and leathergoods manufactureOverview:This standard is for those who cut materials for use in the manufacture of footwear or leathergoods. Cutting can be carried out by hand or by machine.This includes calculating required components, selecting and sorting materials, preparing and using tools, cutting shaped components to meet the requirements of safety, productivity and quality, and minimising waste. This standard is for anyone who cuts materials for footwear or leathergoods manufacture, either by hand or machine. Performance Criteria:make sure the work area is free from hazards at all timescheck information on work tickets with appropriate peoplecalculate the number of components needed for production select and sort materials required for the work make sure tools are safe and clean for use on material check quality and characteristics of material against required standards before starting to cut use tools and equipment appropriate for the material and cutting requirementsset up, operate and close down tools and equipment in line with manufacturers’ instructionscut material without damaging self, others, the knife and other equipment organise cutting so that imperfections are avoided and wastage is minimised meet company usage tolerances for efficient pattern interlockingidentify and respond to imperfections, defects and damage due to mishandlingproduce batches of components to match work tickets and company production targetsmake repairs to tools and equipment that are within your area of expertise, reporting those you do not have the authority to repairdispose of waste materials in line with safety requirements return re-useable materials without delaysort work in appropriate order for following production stages place completed work in locations that minimise risk of damage comply with written instructions relating to cutting materialcomplete required forms, records and other documentationwork to legal requirements, standards and regulations, policies, procedures and professional code at all timesKnowledge and Understanding:styles of footwear and leathergoods currently being produced how data on work tickets relate to the work and associated production schedules how to safely set up and close down cutting and associated equipment in the work station which equipment is needed for cutting how to calculate the number of components required how to match components by colour and texturecommon cutting methods to ensure maximum usage and minimum wastage company cutting efficiencies with regard to the material being cut the effects of wastage on operations and sustainability the common quality imperfections associated with the materials being cut the main characteristics of materials, how to identify them and what they mean for cutting and subsequent operations the implications of using defective and dirty tools and machines on materialsresponsibilities and lines of reporting within the work areathe organisation’s rules, codes, guidelines and standardsequipment operating procedures and manufacturers’ instructionsstatutory responsibilities under health, safety and environmental legislation and regulationscommon hazards in the work area and workplace procedures for dealing with themthe health and safety procedures for handling the tools and equipment the company’s procedures with regard to material re-usage and disposal quality standards required by the company and the reporting procedures the company’s procedures for filling out documentation on work completedSKSLG1 – Prepare leather components for footwear and leathergoods Overview:This standard is for those who assemble and fix leather components for footwear and leathergoods. This can be carried out by hand or machine. This includes selecting components, selecting tools and equipment, resolving issues, assembling and fixing components and disposing of waste.The standard is for anyone who assembles and fixes components for footwear or leathergoods, eitherby hand or machine.Performance Criteria:make sure the work area is free from hazards at all timeschoose components that meet product specificationsselect appropriate tools, equipment, adhesives and solvents for assembly, fixing and formingidentify any factors affecting planned assembly, fixing and forming techniques remedy any wear and tear on tools and equipment within your area of expertisereporting any faulty or unsuitable components, issues with assembly techniques, tools or equipment that you cannot rectify to appropriate people check the work space is ready for assembly and fixing workuse tools and equipment in line with safety requirementsassemble and fix components in line with agreed processeswork in ways that minimise waste at all timescomplete work in accordance with product specifications and production schedulesdispose of waste and surplus materials, solvents and adhesives in line with safety and environmental requirementscomply with written instructions relating to assembly and fixingcomplete required forms, records and other documentationwork to legal requirements, standards and regulations, policies, procedures and professional codes at all timesKnowledge and Understanding:how to interpret product specificationswhere components are storedwhat constitutes unacceptable deviations from component specificationswho should be notified of production problems or faulty componentsdetails about components used in production processeswho will perform next stages in productionwhat constitutes acceptable assembled componentsthe effects of wastage on operations and sustainabilitythe organisation’s rules, codes, guidelines and standardsstatutory responsibilities under health, safety and environmental legislation and regulationscommon hazards in the work area and workplace procedures for dealing with themsafety precautions to be takenthe hazards associated with different fixing materials and processesthe regulations for use, storage and disposal of solvents and adhesivesappropriate tools including those for cutting, positional marking, decorative marking, staining, fixing and formingSKSFW8 – Carry out component moulding operations for footwear and leathergoodsOverview:This standard is for those who carry out moulding operations to produce components for use in footwear and leathergoods production.This includes selecting moulds and materials, setting up, operating, adjusting and closing down machinery, maintaining required levels of productivity, removing surplus material and placing moulded components for next stages. This standard is for anyone who moulds components for footwear or leathergoods.Performance Criteria:make sure the work area is free from hazards at all timesselect moulds that comply with information on work ticketstransport moulds using appropriate lifting aidsselect appropriate materials for moulding set up and operate machines to produce required componentsidentify and make necessary adjustments to machine settings to achieve quality standards work in ways that minimise waste at all timesremove all surplus materials in line with company requirementsensure that components are placed to avoid damage and assist the next stages of productionmaintain agreed levels of productivitycarry out close down procedures to leave work area safe and securereport work which cannot be rectified to relevant peoplecomply with written instructions relating to component mouldingcomplete required forms, records and other documentationwork to legal requirements, standards and regulations, policies, procedures and professional codes at all timesKnowledge and Understanding:parts of work tickets relevant to the work varying characteristics of materials used for moulding, and the implications of not selecting correct materialscompany tolerances for the addition of regrindbest practices for using mould release agentsappropriate lifting gear and the safety implications the implications of failing to achieve quality and production requirementshow to deal with sub-standard componentshow to deal with waste materialswhy components must be placed carefully for the next processprocedure for set up, operation and closedown of machines and equipmentthe effects of wastage on operations and sustainabilitythe organisation’s rules, codes, guidelines and standardscompany quality standards and production targets applicable to the processcommon hazards in the work area and work place procedures for dealing with themhow to make the work area safe and securestatutory responsibilities under health, safety and environmental legislation and regulationscommon hazards in the work area and workplace procedures for dealing with themmanufacturers’ instructions relating to machinery and equipmentSKSLG2 – Skive and split material for footwear and leathergoods manufactureOverview:This standard is for those who shape materials for footwear or leathergood manufacture. Shaping can be achieved by splitting materials or by skiving - cutting off thin layers. Skiving and splitting can be carried out by hand or by machine.This includes choosing suitable tools, operating tools or machinery, following accepted processes, checking end product against specification and minimising, storing and disposing of waste.This standard is for anyone who shapes material for footwear or leathergoods manufacture through skiving or splitting.Performance Criteria:make sure the work area is free from hazards at all timeschoose tools that are suitable for skiving or splitting operations to be carried out fit tools to machines in line with manufacturers’ instructionsoperate tools and machinery in accordance with operating guidelines and safety requirementscarry out skiving or splitting in line with accepted processescheck that skived or split material conforms to specificationwork in ways that minimise waste at all timesstore and dispose of all waste materials in line with environmental requirementsmake machines safe and clean after usecomply with written instructions relating to skiving and splitting operationscomplete required forms, records and other documentationwork to legal requirements, standards and regulations, policies, procedures and professional codes at all timesKnowledge and Understanding:the functions of different tools for shaping how to reject worn, faulty or defective tools and who to notify for their replacementhazards involved in operating the machinesproblems and hazards that can be encountered when setting up the machinesthe importance of storing tools safely and correctlythe different characteristics of the various materialsmachines to use for different componentshow to operate machines safely and effectivelycharacteristic flaws and faults that may be found in different materialsthe effects of wastage on operations and sustainability organisation’s rules, codes, guidelines and standardsstatutory responsibilities under health, safety and environmental legislation and regulationscommon hazards in the work area and workplace procedures for dealing with themsafety precautions to be takenthe potential hazards involved in the machine shaping operations company policy on storage of toolsSKSLG3 – Form and embellish components for footwear and leathergoods manufactureOverview:This standard is about forming and embellishing components of footwear or leathergoods. This can apply to operations carried out by hand or using machinery.This includes selecting machinery, materials and foils, operating equipment or machinery, rectifying faulty splits or skives, forming and embellishing components that meet quality requirements, working to production schedules and minimising and disposing of waste.This standard is for anyone who forms and embellishes components for footwear or leathergoods manufacture. Performance Criteria:make sure the work area is free from hazards at all timesset up appropriate machines or equipment according to manufacturers’ instructions and production schedulesselect and use materials that comply with production specificationsselect foils that are appropriate for the materials being usedoperate any machines or equipment in accordance with operating guidelines and manufacturers’ instructionsform and embellish components in line with production schedules produce embellished components that meet quality requirementsidentify and take appropriate action to rectify any incorrect splits or skives during the forming processwork in ways that minimise waste at all timesdispose of waste materials in line with environmental requirementsleave the work area, machines and equipment safe, clean and securecomply with written instructions relating to forming and embellishing componentscomplete required forms, records and other documentationwork to legal requirements, standards and regulations, policies, procedures and professional codes at all timesKnowledge and Understanding:appropriate machinery for different componentscommon faults that may be encountered during embellishinghow to reject worn, faulty or defective tools and who to notify for their replacementtypical faults and problems associated with the different componentscharacteristics of the various materials used for embellishingthe typical faults that can arise and how to respond to themwho the responsible person is, in the event of problemsthe effects of wastage on operations and sustainability the organisation’s rules, codes, guidelines and standardsstatutory responsibilities under health, safety and environmental legislation and regulationscommon hazards in the work area and workplace procedures for dealing with themregulations and guidelines for storage and disposal of waste materialsthe potential hazards associated with the different types of machineSKSFW4 – Carry out upper making and closing in footwear and leathergoods manufacturingOverview:This standard is about carrying out upper making, closing and associated operations for footwear and leathergoods manufacture. This includes selecting machinery and equipment, setting and adjusting machinery and equipment, checking the quality of components, positioning components, carrying out operations in sequence and passing completed work onto the next stage. This standard is for those who carry out upper making, closing and other associated operations within footwear or leathergoods manufacture.Performance Criteria:make sure the work area is free from hazards at all timesselect and use appropriate machinery and equipment for each operation make sure machinery and any associated equipment is set up for the style being worked onmake adjustments to tools, equipment, settings and materials which maintain safety and quality standardscheck that components meet quality standards before working with themposition and lay out components to maximise production whilst maintaining quality carry out operations in line with production processescarry out all operations in the correct sequence for the style being worked on work in ways that minimise waste at all timesreport any faults with machinery and equipment without delay complete work to appropriate quality standards sort work in appropriate order for following production stages place completed work in locations that minimise risk of damage close down the machines in line with safety requirements when work is completecomply with written instructions related to upper making and closingcomplete required forms, records and other documentationwork to legal requirements, standards and regulations, policies, procedures and professional codes at all timesKnowledge and Understanding:processes for upper making, closing and associated operations including joining and machiningstyles currently being produced in the department the information on the work ticket and how it relates to the work production schedules and targets for each stage how to meet production targets production operations before and after work procedures for reporting faults on the machinery and equipment the implications of using defective machines what to look for when checking quality of work correct procedures for setting up, closing down and cleaning machinesmachine controls and equipmentthe effects of wastage on operations and sustainability the organisation’s rules, codes, guidelines and standardsequipment operating proceduresstatutory responsibilities under health, safety and environmental legislation and regulationscommon hazards in the work area and workplace procedures for dealing with themmanufacturers’ instructions for machinery and equipmentSKSFW5 – Carry out lasting and making in footwear and leathergoods manufacturing Overview:This standard is about carrying out lasting, making and associated operations to produce uppers for footwear and leathergoods manufacture. This can also apply to the manufacture of orthopaedic and bespoke footwear.This includes selecting machinery and equipment, setting and adjusting machinery and equipment, checking the quality of components, positioning components, carrying out operations in sequence and passing completed work onto the next stage. This standard is for those who produce uppers by carrying out lasting, making and other associated operations within footwear or leathergoods manufacture or modular or bespoke footwear.Performance Criteria:make sure the work area is free from hazards at all timesselect and use appropriate machinery and equipment for each operation make sure machinery and any associated equipment is set up for the last being worked onmake adjustments to tools, equipment, settings and materials which maintain safety and quality standardscheck that components meet quality standards before working with themposition and lay out components to maximise production whilst maintaining quality carry out operations in line with production processescarry out all operations in the correct sequence for the style being worked on report any faults with machinery and equipment without delay work in ways that minimise waste at all times complete work to appropriate quality standards sort work in appropriate order for following production stages place completed work in locations that minimise risk of damage close down the machines in line with safety requirements when work is completecomply with written instructions related to upper making and closingcomplete required forms, records and other documentationwork to legal requirements, standards and regulations, policies, procedures and professional codes at all timesKnowledge and Understanding:processes for producing uppers by using lasting, making and associated operations relevant aspects of prescriptions and work tickets specific requirements for working with orthopaedics including the basic anatomy of the foot and common foot conditions how to set up, adjust, and position machines and equipment for the last shape being worked onhow to make sure that footwear and leathergoods are processed as requiredimplications for production of lasting and making appearance of final products when not processed correctlycommon hazards in the work area and procedures for rectifying themcommon faults in components and how to rectify themcommon characteristics of material being used in lasting and making operationspossible causes of incorrect lasting and how to rectify themthe sequence in which lasting and making fit with other operations the effects of wastage on operations and sustainability the importance of making sure components and other sundry items are readily available and the implications on work flow if they aren’tthe importance of production targets and workflow levels how to minimise the risk of damage to lasted uppers during and after lasting and making operations how to make the work area safe and secure the organisation’s rules, codes, guidelines and standards the production quality standards required equipment operating procedures and manufacturers’ instructionsstatutory responsibilities under health, safety and environmental legislation and regulationscommon hazards in the work area and workplace procedures for dealing with themSKSLG4 – Machine sew components to produce leathergoods Overview:This standard is about machine sewing components to produce leathergoods in order to meet agreed production schedules and quality standards. This includes setting up sewing machines, performing test runs, operating machines, sewing materials in the right sequence, fulfilling production requirements and carrying out routine maintenance.This standard is for those who use machines to sew components to produce leathergoods.Performance Criteria:make sure work area is free from hazards at all timesset up machines according to manufacturers’ instructions and production requirements use machines, tools and equipment appropriate for production requirementsset machine controls to appropriate settings for materials being sewnperform test runs to ensure machines are operating as required, adjusting controls when necessaryreport any defective machines, tools or equipment to responsible personoperate machines in accordance with safety guidelinesoptimise positioning and layout of materials to ensure smooth and rapid throughputsew correct materials in the right sequence to meet production specificationscheck that sewn items meet production specifications before passing them to the next stage in the manufacturing process work in ways that minimise waste at all times follow organisational processes when sewn items do not meet production specificationsminimise and dispose of waste materials in line with organisational processesclean and make safe machines after use carry out basic maintenance of own machines in line with manufacturers’ instructionscomply with written instructions related to machine sewingcomplete required forms, records and other documentationwork to legal requirements, standards and regulations, policies, procedures and professional codes at all timesKnowledge and Understanding:the use of machines, tools and equipment for the materials being worked withhow to set up machines for different production requirementshow to set and adjust machine controlsthe consequences of incorrectly set machine controlstypical faults of industrial sewing machineswhich types of sewing faults are correctable and which are notthe effects of wastage on operations and sustainability the actions to take in the event of machines ceasing to function correctlyorganisational processes related to substandard workthe organisation’s rules, codes, guidelines and standardsstatutory responsibilities under health, safety and environmental legislation and regulationscommon hazards in the work area and workplace procedures for dealing with themregulations and guidelines for storage and disposal of waste materialsrelevant health and safety regulations and procedureshazards associated with machines and safety precautions that must be takenthe limits of your own personal responsibility and appropriate persons to whom problems should be referredSKSFW6 – Finish footwear and leathergoods Overview:This standard is about finishing footwear or leathergoods. Finishing involves achieving the required final appearance and cleanliness prior to inspection. This includes selecting, setting up, positioning and using tools, carrying out finishing activities in the right sequence, removing excess material and maintaining original contours. This standard is for those who finish footwear or leathergoods. Performance Criteria:make sure work area is free from hazards at all timesuse tools and equipment that meet specifications for the workset up and position tools and equipment in line with safety requirements and manufacturers’ instructions check that tools and equipment for finishing are clean and fit for purpose check that components meet quality standardscarry out finishing activities in the correct sequence to meet specification requirements operate tools and equipment in line with health, safety and environmental requirementsusing effective methods and techniques to remove excess materialsmake sure that original contour is maintained whilst carrying out finishing activities make sure that surface finishes meet requirements of style being worked on work in ways that minimise waste at all times complete work to appropriate quality standards sort work in appropriate order for following production stages place completed work in locations that minimise risk of damage comply with written instructions relating to finishingcomplete required forms, records and other documentationwork to legal requirements, standards and regulations, policies, procedures and professional codes at all timesknowledge and understanding:styles of footwear or leathergoods being produced specifications and associated workflow data on specifications and how they relate to work production schedules and targets associated with each stage of finishing and how to meet themproduction operations before and after finishing tools and equipment required for finishing common faults associated with tools and equipment the implications of using defective machines on productscommon types of finishing required for styles produced by the organisationhow to maintain original contour methods and techniques for removing excess materials and obtaining correct surface finishesthe effects of wastage on operations and sustainability requirements for dealing with rejected componentsprocedures for setting up and closing down machines, their controls and equipment the organisation’s rules, codes, guidelines and standardsequipment safe operating proceduresstatutory responsibilities under health, safety and environmental legislation and regulationscommon hazards in the work area and workplace procedures for dealing with themmanufacturers’ instructionsspecific requirements for working with orthopaedics including the impact of finishing activities on common foot conditions SKSFW7 – Inspect finished footwear and leathergoodsOverview:This standard is about inspecting the quality of finished footwear or leathergoods products prior to their packaging and dispatch. It includes taking corrective action where products are below standard. This includes carrying out visual inspections, identifying sub-standard aspects, carrying out minor repairs, isolating, marketing and reporting faults that you cannot resolve and passing approved products to the next stage of production. This standard is for those who inspect finished footwear or leathergoods.Performance Criteria:make sure the work area is free from hazards at all timescarry out visual inspections of finished products against product specificationsinspect all required aspects of products identify the type and nature of faults where products are below quality standards carry out minor repair operations where faults are recoverable isolate and mark the location of non-recoverable faults work in ways that minimise waste at all timesinform appropriate people about faults identified and action takenpass approved products to the next stage of production comply with written instructions relating to product inspectioncomplete required forms, records and other documentationwork to legal requirements, standards and regulations, policies, procedures and professional codes at all timesKnowledge and Understanding:styles of footwear or leathergoods being produced the production schedule where to find and how to identify the final specification and quality standard requirements expected by customers the importance of final specifications and how to access this information and identify any changes madethe effects of wastage on operations and sustainability required quality standards including quality of workmanship, overall finished appearance and cleanliness of end productcommon defects associated with different specifications and materials the importance of reporting faults that you cannot resolve promptlythe organisation’s rules, codes, guidelines and standardscompany procedures for dealing with rejected and substandard footwearequipment operating proceduresstatutory responsibilities under health, safety and environmental legislation and regulationscommon hazards in the work area and workplace procedures for dealing with themmanufacturers’ instructionsSKSFW1 – Carry out operations in footwear and leathergoods manufactureOverview:This standard is for those who carry out operations in any area of footwear or leathergoods’ manufacture including for modular or bespoke footwear. Operations can be in one area or multiple areas.This includes checking equipment is set up, checking materials and components for faults and colour matching, checking quality of work received, carrying out operations at required rate and quality, identifying and correcting faults in own work and sorting and placing work for following operations. This standard is for anyone who carries out operations in footwear or leathergoods’ manufacture. Performance Criteria:make sure the work area is free from hazards at all timeswork in line with instructions on work tickets and any special instructions at all timesuse appropriate tools, equipment, materials and components for operations on which you are workingcheck that equipment is safe and set up in readiness for useselect the correct component parts for the style being worked on check the quality of work received from previous operations complies with quality requirements within accepted tolerances check that materials and components to be used are available and free from faults ensure that materials and components comply with specification for colour matchingcarry out operations at a rate which maintains work flow and meets production targetswork in ways that minimise waste at all times complete work to the quality standard required identify and correct work that does not conform to company quality standards without delayreport any faults in materials, components, damaged work or defective tools and machines to responsible peoplesort and place work to assist the next stage of production and minimise risk of damageleave work area safe and secure when work is completecomply with written instructions relating to productioncomplete required forms, records and other documentationwork to legal requirements, standards and regulations, policies, procedures and professional codes at all timesKnowledge and Understanding:styles of products currently being produced appearance of the final product what the common faults areproduction sequences and targets associated with the operation on which you are workingaspects of work tickets appropriate to operations how to handle materials and components and avoid making them unusablehow to apply fittings, produce modular lasts and order required uppers when working in orthopaedicscolour matching within a product and between a pair of products the effects of wastage on operations and sustainability the reasons for placing work carefully for the next processthe implications of not completing work correctly on final production and the productquality requirements and accepted tolerances for the operation in which you are involvedwhich tools, equipment and settings are needed for the operation and how to adjust themequipment operating procedures and manufacturers’ instructions relating to set up, use and closedowncommon faults in tools and equipment and implications of working with faulty equipment how to handle tools and equipment safely and the health and safety implications of not doing sothe organisation’s rules, codes, guidelines and standardsstatutory responsibilities under health, safety and environmental legislation and regulationscommon hazards in the work area and workplace procedures for dealing with themhow to make the work area safe and secureSKSFW2 – Support manufacturing processes for footwear and leathergoodsOverview:This standard is about supporting manufacturing processes for footwear and leathergoods. This focuses on carrying out ancillary operations related to quality and effectiveness rather than operations that physically alter products. This could involve the identification, selection and checking of materials and components, assembly, testing, sorting, track feeding and examining work-in-progress.This standard includes selecting batches of materials and components, checking availability and quality of materials and components, reporting issues that cause disruption to workflow, testing, sorting and track feeding and sorting work for following production stages.This standard is for anyone who supports manufacturing processes for footwear and leathergoods.Performance Criteria:make sure the work area is free from hazards at all timeswork in line with instructions on work tickets and any special instructions at all timesidentify and select batches of materials and components needed for production requirementscheck availability of selected materials and components in line with company processescheck that selected materials and components are free from faults and fit for purpose take appropriate action when materials or components do not conform to company quality standards work at a rate which maintains work flow report any damaged work or disruption of work flow caused by other production areas to responsible peopletest, sort, track feed and examine work in progress at appropriate timesreport defective equipment in line with company proceduressort work in appropriate order for following production stages work in ways that minimise waste at all times leave work area safe and secure when work is completedcomply with written instructions relating to the quality and effectiveness of manufacturingcomplete required forms, records and other documentationwork to legal requirements, standards and regulations, policies, procedures and professional codes at all timesKnowledge and Understanding:styles of product currently being produced appearance of final product where own work fits in the processcommon faults affecting appearance of final products how to handle materials and components and avoid making them unusablecommon faults including creasing, staining, damage and incorrectly made up componentsthe implications on end products of processing faulty workthe implications of not meeting quality and production targetsnatural and synthetic materials and components used in the processhow to test, sort, track feed and examine work and when it is appropriate to do sohow to carry out work safely and avoid disrupting the work flowthe normal work flow and how to maintain itcommon methods of identifying and reporting faults in ancillary operations the action to take when own workflow is disrupted by othersthe effects of wastage on operations and sustainability the organisation’s rules, codes, guidelines and standardsequipment operating proceduresstatutory responsibilities under health, safety and environmental legislation and regulationscommon hazards in the work area and workplace procedures for dealing with themmanufacturers’ instructions for equipment, tools and machines being usedSKSFL2 – Assist with different areas of operation to ease production flow in footwear and leathergood operations Overview:This standard is about assisting with different areas of operation to ease production flow in footwear and leathergoods manufacturing. This includes identifying bottlenecks in production flow, moving to other operations to assist production flow when required, carrying out quality checks on materials and components from previous operations and own completed work before passing to the next stage of production.This standard is for anyone who works in different areas of operation in footwear and leathergoods operation to ease production flow.Performance Criteria:make sure the work area is free from hazards at all timesidentify aspects of production flow that are holding up other operations assist with areas of operation that are holding up other operationsassist with areas of operation that are within own job capabilities and responsibilitywork in line with requirements on work tickets at all timesselect and use appropriate tools, equipment, materials and components for each area of operation make sure tools, equipment, materials and components are fit for purpose check the quality of work from previous operations is within acceptable tolerances and complies with quality requirements carry out work to an acceptable level and quality for each area of operationwork in ways that minimise waste at all timescomplete work to appropriate quality standards sort work in appropriate order for following production stages place completed work in locations that minimise risk of damage bring any additional problems you identify to the attention of relevant people leave the work area clean, safe and secure upon completion of workfacilitate the requirements of the relevant department in manufacturing area comply with written instructions relating to production workflowcomplete required forms, records and other documentationwork to legal requirements, standards and regulations, policies, procedures and professional codes at all timesKnowledge and Understanding:styles of footwear and leathergood products currently being produced production schedules and targets associated with each operation within the department(s) the production sequence and the timing of key operations how to identify when the workflow is holding up other operationswhat you need to know before deciding to help out own job role and scope and which complex operations are within own capabilities and trainingaspects of work tickets appropriate to operations tools, equipment, materials and components for each operationhow to make suitable adjustments to maintain quality standards how to check the work area is clean and free from hazardshow to check tools, equipment, materials and components are fit for purpose the importance of monitoring the quality of incoming work what to look for in checking the acceptability of quality tolerances required for preceding and current operations how to carry out operations in footwear and leathergoods production including preparing components, skiving and splitting materials, machine forming and embellishing, machine sewing and processing ordersthe level of workflow required for every operation within scope the effects of wastage on operations and sustainability reasons for placing work carefully for the next processwho to inform about what to do to solve the problems and the key facts relevant people need to know when problems are identified requirements for leaving work areas clean and safethe organisation’s rules, codes, guidelines and standardsequipment operating proceduresstatutory responsibilities under health, safety and environmental legislation and regulationscommon hazards in the work area and workplace procedures for dealing with themmanufacturers’ instructions relating to equipment and machinery being usedSKSFW9 – Carry out shoe room operationsOverview:This standard is about carrying out shoe-room operations. This is the final stage in the shoe manufacturing process and involves transforming a lasted or finished product to a saleable item of footwear including checking, pairing and any other required activities such as polishing or lacing. This standard includes carrying out quality checks on work from previous operations, reporting unresolved quality issues to appropriate people, carrying out shoe room activities in the right sequence, and pairing completed footwear. This standard is for those who carry out shoe-room operations.Performance Criteria:make sure the area is free from hazards at all timeswork in line with the information on work tickets at all timesselect appropriate equipment and materials for shoe room operationscheck quality of products received from previous operations are within tolerances needed for shoe room activity work in ways that minimise waste at all timesrectify quality issues that are within your area of expertisereport any quality issues you cannot address to relevant people carry out shoe room operations in the correct sequence carry out shoe room activities in a way that maintains an acceptable level of work flow complete work to required quality standardsensure completed shoes are paired up in matching styles, sizes and colours handle shoes in ways that minimise risk of damageplace completed shoes in appropriate packaging carry out close-down procedures so work area is clean, safe and securemake sure that equipment is left clean and fit for future usecomply with written instructions relating to shoe room activitiescomplete required forms, records and other documentationwork to legal requirements, standards and regulations, policies, procedures and professional codes at all timesKnowledge and Understanding:production targets and workflow levels aspects of work tickets relevant to the work materials used in the process of shoe rooming products for point of salethe compatibility of shoe room materials with upper and soling materialscommon faults in footwear and how to rectify themthe effects of wastage on operations and sustainability how to make adjustments to equipment and materials to maintain quality standardshow to rectify faults in equipment and who to report to when faults cannot be rectifiedthe importance of making sure that materials are readily available and the implications of not doing so on the work flowhow to make sure work is paired up and the implications of not doing so on production and the final producthow to handle footwear to minimise risk of damagehow to correctly store materials the current workplace procedure for the close down of equipmentthe best practices for keeping equipment clean in readiness for further usethe organisation’s rules, codes, guidelines and standardsthe production quality standards required equipment operating proceduresstatutory responsibilities under health, safety and environmental legislation and regulationscommon hazards in the work area and workplace procedures for dealing with themhow to make the work area safe manufacturers’ instructions relating to shoe room materialsSKSLG5 – Process orders for footwear and leathergoods Overview:This standard is about processing orders for footwear or leathergoods. This includes identifying order details, checking products and packing, labelling and dispatching products.This standard is for those who inspect, package and dispatch footwear or leathergoods.Performance Criteria:make sure the work area is free from hazards at all timesobtain details of orders from appropriate sourcesidentify appropriate products from order informationcheck selected products meet specification and agree with order detailsremove and report rejected items to appropriate peoplechoose packaging materials to meet customers’ requirementsselect appropriate support materials to accompany productsuse packaging materials that will protect products whilst minimising dispatch costsproduce clear and complete labels despatch goods to customers in accordance with company requirements and customer instructionscheck that specified transportation arrangements are used to meet agreed delivery schedulescheck all details and pass documentation to relevant people for invoicing comply with written instructions relating to packaging and dispatchcomplete required forms, records and other documentationwork to legal requirements, standards and regulations, policies, procedures and professional codes at all timesKnowledge and Understanding:how to interpret customers’ ordersquality standards and how to maintain themwho rejected items should be referred tofactors determining the type of transportation usednecessary documentation when goods are exportedthe organisation’s rules, codes, guidelines and standardsstatutory responsibilities under health, safety and environmental legislation and regulationscommon hazards in the work area and workplace procedures for dealing with themrequired support materialsappropriate packaging materials for products being dispatchedlabelling requirementstransportation methods appropriate for different destinations including local, national and internationaldelivery schedulesrequired paperwork and who to pass invoice information toSKSFS5 – Sell footwear, leathergoods, care and ancillary productsOverview:This standard is about selling footwear, leathergoods and care and ancillary products to customers.This includes establishing customer requirements, presenting the range of options, helping customers to make their choice, offering complementary care and ancillary products, making sure customers are happy with product selection, packaging products and completing sales.This standard is for anyone who works in a retail environment which focusses on the sale of footwear, leathergoods, care or ancillary products.Performance Criteria:obtain information from customers’ about their requirements at appropriate timespresent options that meet customer requirements from available productsoffer guidance to help customers select product options when requestedoffer care and ancillary products that complement footwear and leathergoods options when appropriatecheck that customers are happy with all chosen products before processing salespack bought products in a way that protects them and meets customers’ requirements operate payment equipment in line with manufacturers’ instructionsprepare, check and issue receipts in line with organisational procedurescomply with written instructions relating to selling footwear and leathergoodscomplete required forms, records and other documentationwork to legal requirements, standards and regulations, policies, procedures and professional codes at all timesKnowledge and Understanding:how to establish customers’ requirements, budget and preferencesthe product range and prices including care and ancillary productsthe compatibility of care and ancillary products with the materials used in construction of available footwear and leathergoodscurrent and future availability the purposes to which customers may put productsstock control and tracking methodspackaging techniques to protect productshow to take payments by all the methods accepted by the organisationactions to take if transactions are refused behaviour which will encourage customer to visit againthe organisation’s rules, codes, guidelines and standardsstatutory responsibilities under health, safety and environmental legislation and regulationscommon hazards in the work area and workplace procedures for dealing with themSKSFS1 –Repair footwear and leathergoods using adhesive methodsOverview:This standard is about carrying out repairs to footwear or leathergoods using adhesives. This standard can apply in a retail or manufacturing environment. Repairs could involve repairing damaged parts, adding replacement components or correcting damage to colour.This standard includes identifying required repairs, agreeing options, schedules and costs, preparing for and carrying out repairs and polishing and buffing articles.This standard is for those who carry out repairs on footwear or leathergoods using adhesive methods in a retail or manufacturing environment.Performance Criteria:make sure the work area is free from hazards at all timesidentify the position and extent of required repairs agree repair activities, timescales and expected costs with appropriate peopleprepare machines, tools and adhesives that are appropriate for repairsremove worn or damaged parts that are being repaired or replacedcheck the availability of sufficient quantities of materials and components to complete repairsmake sure that materials and components used are free of faults and compatible with article’s materials and componentsuse repair materials and components in a way that minimises wastagecarry out repairs to the expected quality make sure repairs are completed within agreed timescalespolish or buff repaired articles when requiredcomply with written instructions relating to repairscomplete required forms, records and other documentationwork to legal requirements, standards and regulations, policies, procedures and professional codes at all timesKnowledge and Understanding:the features and characteristics of worn and damaged footwear or leathergoods construction methods and compatible materials and components for articles being repaired repair options available and the correct combinations of materials and components the factors influencing the repair options and their costshow to communicate with appropriate people about repair options, timescales and costs including customers and managersavailability of materials and componentstypes of solvents and adhesives, which are compatible with which materials and how to prepare and use themcommon problems encountered when repairing with adhesives and methods to prevent and correct these problemstools and machinery required for repairs and how to set up, use them and close them down types, sizes and uses of components and how to attach them types, sizes and uses of different fasteners and how to correctly and neatly secure them when and how to trim excess materialthe effects of wastage on operations and sustainability how to mix and prepare colours and prepare articles to receive colouringtechniques used to obtain different surfaces and finishesthe different types of polishing and buffing materials and equipmentthe organisation’s rules, codes, guidelines and standardssafety precautions relating to the storage, handling and use of solvents, adhesives and colourssafety precautions relating to the use of tools and equipment including for edge cutting, trimming, polishing, attaching metal fastenings and using abrasivesstatutory responsibilities under health, safety and environmental legislation and regulationscommon hazards in the work area and workplace procedures for dealing with themmanufacturers’ instructions relating to the use of machinery, tools and adhesivesKSFS6 – Repair footwear and leathergoods using stitching methods Overview:This standard is about carrying out repairs to footwear or leathergoods using stitching methods. This standard can apply in a retail or manufacturing environment. Repairs could be carried out by hand or machine. This can include hand sewing when re-welting or piece welting repairs are required.This standard includes identifying required repairs, agreeing options, schedules and costs, setting up and adjusting machines, preparing for and carrying out repairs and polishing and buffing repaired articles.This standard is for those who carry out repairs on footwear or leathergoods using stitching methods in a retail or manufacturing environment.Performance Criteria:make sure the work area is free from hazards at all timesidentify the type of repair that is best suited to the article and the type of damageagree repair activities, timescales and expected costs with appropriate peopleremove worn or damaged parts that are being repaired or replacedcheck the availability of sufficient quantities of materials and components to complete repairsmake sure that materials and components are free of faults and compatible with article’s materials and componentsuse repair materials in a way that minimises wastageselect machines, tools and equipment that are appropriate for repairsset up machines and equipment prior to making the repairscarry out repairs to the expected quality adjust machines and equipment during use so stitching remains smoothremove excess materials in ways that maintain original contours make sure repairs are completed within agreed timescalespolish or buff repaired articles when requiredcomply with written instructions relating to repairscomplete required forms, records and other documentationwork to legal requirements, standards and regulations, policies, procedures and professional codes at all timesKnowledge and Understanding:the features and characteristics of worn and damaged footwear or leathergoods construction methods and compatible materials and components for articles being repaired repair options available and which are most suited to the different types of footwear and leathergoods’ constructioncommon factors affecting repairs by hand or machine stitchinghow to communicate with appropriate people about repair options, timescales and costs including customers and managersthe main pieces of equipment and their capabilities the characteristics of materials and how they differproblems associated with stitching different constructionshow to set up equipment including selecting controls and attachments and changing needles, threads and awlshow to adjust tension and stitch length so that machines run smoothlyhow to maintain and replace worn parts on machines how to remove excess materials by hand knife and machinethe effects of wastage on operations and sustainability how to groove by machine and by handhow to use, apply and store adhesivesthe different types of polishing and buffing materials and equipmentthe organisation’s rules, codes, guidelines and standardsstatutory responsibilities under health, safety and environmental legislation and regulationscommon hazards in the work area and workplace procedures for dealing with themmanufacturer’s specifications and instructions for setting up, adjusting, operating and maintaining equipmentsafe working practices recommended by manufacturers and the company safety regulationsSKSLG7 – Respond to production quality problemsOverview:This standard is about dealing with production quality problems during manufacturing operations. This standard includes identifying faults, seeking accurate information about faults, carrying out tests and checks to establish the root cause of faults, taking corrective action and checking the effectiveness of corrective action.This standard is for anyone who is responsible for dealing with production quality problems during manufacturing operations.Performance Criteria:make sure the work area is free from hazards at all timesidentify and respond to production faults in line with organisational proceduresseek clear and accurate technical and production information about faults and factors affecting performance carry out diagnostic test and checks that establish the root cause of faults use the results of tests and checks to identify the nature, characteristics and implications of faults on productionselect corrective action that is appropriate to the cause of faultsnegotiate solutions with suppliers of faulty goods at appropriate timesverify that corrective action has been effective at appropriate timescomply with written instructions relating to production quality problemscomplete required forms, records and other documentationwork to legal requirements, standards and regulations, policies, procedures and professional codes at all timesKnowledge and Understanding:company procedures for dealing with faults in production communication requirements during fault identificationthe implications of faults and waste on production, outputs and sustainability sources of relevant information about faults factors which influence faultshow to investigate the accuracy of information providedhow to identify and respond to conflicting technical and production informationhow to develop sensible recommendations company requirements on completing accurate records how to verify that corrective action has been effectivethe organisation’s guidelines and proceduresthe hazards associated with the machines and the safety precautions that must be takenstatutory responsibilities under health, safety and environmental legislation and regulationscommon hazards in the work area and workplace procedures for dealing with themSKSLG8 – Improve production methods and processesOverview:This standard is about reviewing production processes and identifying opportunities for improvement. This standard includes reviewing production processes, selecting feasible changes to production processes, estimating resources and costs, presenting proposed changes to others for agreement, informing those in production about changes and checking that revised processes are effective. This standard is for those who work in production and have the responsibility to review the production process and identify opportunities to improve production. Performance Criteria:review production processes at appropriate timesuse review information to identify areas where improvements might be madeconsult relevant people about possible courses of action for improvement select feasible options that comply with company objectives, customer requirements and regulationsproduce realistic estimates of required resources and costs of changes to production processes present clear and complete information about proposals to relevant people ensure that sufficient information about agreed changes to processes and specifications is given to people involved in implementation verify that changes to processes have been effective at appropriate timescomply with written instructions relating to improving production methods and processescomplete required forms, records and other documentationwork to legal requirements, standards and regulations, policies, procedures and professional codes at all timesKnowledge and Understanding:types and nature of raw materials used the company’s production methods and techniques how to conduct a review process, what to look for and how to collate the informationwho to involve in consultation, decision making and implementationhow to consult with others in a manner which ensures their views and opinions are gained how to manage discussions and meetings so that objectives are met within allocated timescales current company objectives and how to relate them to production reviews health, safety and environmental regulations relating to production work the requirements of customers and how to apply those to production processes for which you are responsible the effects of wastage on operations and sustainabilityhow to identify resource and cost implications of proposalsthe organisation’s rules, codes, guidelines and standardsstatutory responsibilities under health, safety and environmental legislation and regulationscommon hazards in the work area and workplace procedures for dealing with themthe hazards associated with the machines and the safety precautions that must be taken ................
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