This unit of competency covers the skills and knowledge required to assemble shoes by hand.The unit of competency applies to the assembly of shoes using mainly hand processes, working largely independently and being accountable for own results, including planning, carrying out assigned tasks, coordinating processes, and setting and working to deadlines. It covers the assembly of components according to specifications but does not include the preparation of components, such as cutting, lasting, and making sole or heel. If these skills are required, then appropriate units should also be selected.It involves the use of operations involving operator dexterity and accuracy in regard to the positioning and guiding of work.Work is most likely to be conducted in a small business situation on custom-made shoes, however, it may also be conducted in medium to large scale enterprises and may involve individual and team activities.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.