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LSSC_QF_Buffing Operator Operator_draft_19042018.pdf
Buffing Operator
- Job DescriptionA Buffing Operator performs the process of removing the grain on the leather by abrasion. More particularly he/ she removes the flesh side of the leather by mechanical abrasion to produce a suede effect, or to reduce the substance. The process is also known as "snuffing", if removal is on the grain side of the leather. The aim of the buffing/ snuffing operation is to improve the uniformity of the grain appearance.
- Originally Approved
- Last Revised
- Code2019/LT/LSSC/03007
- SectorLeather
- NSQF LevelLevel 4
- Notional Hours200
- Accrediting BodiesLeather Sector Skill Council
- Certifying BodiesLeather Sector Skill Council
- Proposed Occupation
Buffing Operations
- International Comparability
UK NOS
SKSLG6- Manufacture material to add value
in leather production (mechanical
processing)
SKSL1- Manufacture material to add value
in leather production (chemical processing - Progression Pathway
Buffing Operator >> Supervisor Pre-tanning/
tanning/ post-tanning >> Leather technician - Planned arrangements for RPL
Candidates with relevant experience are
identified and tested through a Recognition
Prior learning (RPL) evaluation, which is
designed by Technical experts and Subject
Matter Experts. - Qualification File LSSC_QF_Buffing Operator Operator_draft_19042018.pdf
- Supporting Documents
- Formal structure of the qualification
Title of unit or other component Estimated size (Hours) Level Overview on Leather Industry and Generic Skills 22 4 LSS/N0801 Carry out buffing and snuffing operations 43 4 LSS/N0802 Carry out dusting operations 43 4 LSS/N0803 Contribute to achieving product quality in buffing operations 32 4 LSS/N8501 Maintain the work area, tools and machines 23 4 LSS/N8601 Maintain health, safety and security at workplace 34 4 LSS/N8701 Comply with industry, regulatory and organizational requirements 3 Total 200 - Formal structure of the qualification
