MSTFP4004 — Assemble and finish custom-made shoe

1 Determine job requirements

• 1.1Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs)
• 1.2Comply with work health and safety (WHS) requirements at all times
• 1.3Use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) in accordance with SOPs
• 1.4Identify job requirements from specifications, drawings, job sheets or work instructions

2 Perform preparatory work on shoe

• 2.1Set up workstation according to specifications and WHS practices
• 2.2Use discretion and judgement to select, interpret and apply procedures and appropriate assembly processes
• 2.3Follow work ticket to collect, sort, assemble and reassemble parts
• 2.4Undertake conditioning to reflect workplace procedures and according to construction technique
• 2.5Block upper, round or rand, as required, to conform to the last shape
• 2.6Insert counter or stiffener in accordance with workplace procedures and construction techniques
• 2.7Prepare insoles in accordance with specifications and to reflect construction techniques being used
• 2.8Heat activate pre-cemented insoles and uppers, as appropriate
• 2.9Solvent wipe bonding area where roughing could damage the backing fabric
• 2.10Load track, belt or rack or prepare workstation to reflect various stages of production
• 2.11Apply toe puff using the appropriate machine methods, as specified
• 2.12Mould back part using hot and cold moulds in accordance with construction techniques and specifications
• 2.13Carry out specific processes in accordance with workplace requirements

3 Last the shoe

• 3.1Attach uppers and insoles as required in accordance with specifications
• 3.2Attach shanks or stiffeners, as required
• 3.3Apply stapling, as required
• 3.4Insert toe puff
• 3.5Check last or foot form before attaching insole and upper, checking for sizes
• 3.6Condition toes and upper in accordance with workplace procedures

4 Assemble the shoe

• 4.1Prepare materials in accordance with workplace and manufacturer specifications
• 4.2Prepare soles and uppers in accordance with work requirements
• 4.3Set up machines and check for correct operations
• 4.4Assemble shoes using the appropriate manual or machine construction techniques in accordance with work requirements

5 Finish shoe

• 5.1Conduct finishing of shoe in accordance with specifications
• 5.2Assess final quality check against work specifications
• 5.3Identify and address construction problems to meet quality standards
• 5.4Forward work for preparation to despatch to client

What does an assessment tool for MSTFP4004 need to cover?

To satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence, an assessment for MSTFP4004 needs to address all 56 unit components: 5 elements with 31 performance criteria, 14 performance evidence requirements, 11 knowledge evidence requirements, and the foundation skills. A coverage matrix mapping each question and task to these components is what an auditor looks for.

How does Auditori generate an assessment tool for MSTFP4004?

Auditori pulls the current release of MSTFP4004 from training.gov.au and generates a complete package: candidate assessment, assessor guide with model answers and observation criteria, and a coverage matrix mapping every component. A suitably qualified person then reviews and approves the draft in a built-in workflow — consistent with ASQA's guidance on AI use in VET — before export as branded PDF and editable Word.

Is the first assessment tool really free?

Yes. Every new account includes one free credit — enough to generate the complete assessment tool for MSTFP4004 — with no card and no subscription required. After that it's pay-as-you-go per unit.

Can I check my existing MSTFP4004 assessment instead of generating a new one?

Yes — upload your existing assessment or learner guide and Auditori maps it against every element, performance criterion, PE and KE of MSTFP4004, showing exactly what's covered and what's missing. Mapping costs a quarter of a credit.