List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.
Elements describe the essential outcomes. | Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. |
1 | Identify painting and firing requirements | 1.1 | Applicable work health and safety (WHS), legislative and organisational requirements relevant to leadlight and stained glass operations are verified and complied with |
| | 1.2 | Types and quantities of patterns, designs and materials required are identified from plans or work instructions |
| | 1.3 | The processes for painting patterns and designs onto glass and achieving specific outcomes through the firing of glass are identified |
2 | Prepare to paint and fire glass | 2.1 | Painting sequence is determined in a logical order to suit the job |
| | 2.2 | Tools, equipment and materials are selected and checked prior to use to ensure they are appropriate for painting and firing, serviceable and in a safe condition |
| | 2.3 | Patterns and design templates are checked against specifications or job order |
| | 2.4 | Paint colours are matched against the plan or work order and glass prepared for painting |
3 | Apply vitreous paint | 3.1 | Paint is applied to the glass surface in accordance with the pattern or design template |
| | 3.2 | Any problems occurring during the painting operation are identified and rectified |
4 | Conduct firing operations | 4.1 | Firing sequence is determined in a logical order to suit the job |
| | 4.2 | Kiln is checked prior to use to ensure it is appropriate for the firing, serviceable and in a safe condition |
| | 4.3 | Kiln components and controls, including emergency stops and guards, are identified and checked for correct operation |
| | 4.4 | Glass is prepared for firing and kiln equipment is operated, adjusted and monitored to ensure correct product quality and output |
| | 4.5 | Any problems occurring during the firing operation are identified and rectified |
5 | Finalise the work | 5.1 | Painted and fired glass is inspected for quality of work and repaired or discarded, as required |
| | 5.2 | Waste and scrap material are removed for disposal or recycling, as required |
| | 5.3 | Work area is cleaned and rubbish disposed of, as appropriate |
| | 5.4 | Tools, equipment and unused materials are cleaned and removed and stored appropriately |
| | 5.5 | Workplace records are maintained according to workplace procedures |
Interpret work order and locate and apply relevant information
Apply safe handling requirements for equipment, products and materials, including use of personal protective equipment
Identify materials used in the work process
Follow work instructions, operating procedures and inspection processes to:
minimise the risk of injury to self or others
prevent damage to goods, equipment and products
maintain required production output and product quality
Identify glass suitable for painting and firing, their properties, uses and limitations
Identify the properties and limitations of glass when heat is applied and the likely impact of various environmental effects on painted and fired glass
Paint and fire glass on at least one occasion using freehand process and on at least one other occasion using a template process to achieve required outcomes
Comply with legislation, regulations, standards, codes of practice and established safe practices and procedures for the painting of glass with vitreous paints and firing glass to meet specified outcomes
Use mathematical ideas and techniques to correctly complete measurements, calculate area and estimate material requirements
Communicate ideas and information to enable confirmation of work requirements and specifications and the reporting of work outcomes and problems, interpret basic plans and follow safety procedures
Avoid backtracking, work flow interruptions or wastage
Work with others and in a team by recognising dependencies and using cooperative approaches to optimise work flow and productivity
State or territory WHS legislation, regulations, standards, codes of practice, organisational and site standards, requirements, policies and procedures relevant to the painting and firing of glass for leadlight and stained glass operations
Glass painting and firing terminology and techniques
Types of glass and other materials used in the leadlight and stained glass industry, their characteristics, properties, uses and limitations
Types of vitreous paints, their characteristics, properties, uses and limitations
Operation of glass firing kiln
Characteristics and properties of glass when heat is applied
Environmental protection requirements relating to the disposal of waste material
Established communication channels and protocols
Relevant problem identification and resolution
Storage systems and labelling
Procedures for the recording, reporting and maintenance of workplace records and information
Appropriate mathematical procedures for estimation and measurement
Assessors must:
hold training and assessment competencies as determined by the National Skills Standards Council (NSSC) or its successors
have vocational competency in the furnishing industry at least to the level being assessed with broad industry knowledge and experience, usually combined with a relevant industry qualification
be familiar with the current skills and knowledge used and have relevant, current experience in the furnishing industry.
Assessment methods must confirm consistency of performance over time rather than a single assessment event and in a range of workplace relevant contexts.
Assessment must be by observation of relevant tasks with questioning on underpinning knowledge and, where applicable, multimedia evidence, supervisor’s reports, projects and work samples.
Assessment is to be conducted on single units of competency or in conjunction with other related units of competency. Foundation skills are integral to competent performance in the unit and should not be assessed separately.
Assessment must occur on the job or in a workplace simulated facility with relevant process, equipment, materials, work instructions and deadlines.
Access is required to materials, equipment and specifications relevant to painting glass with vitreous paints.