Assessor Resource
PMC552040C
Operate glass melting process
Assessment tool
Version 1.0
Issue Date: March 2024
This unit of competency applies to operators who are responsible for operating primary melting furnaces used in glass production or the forming of glass products directly from a melting furnace.
This unit does NOT apply to the operation of furnaces used for reheating glass product, which is covered by PMC552041C Operate process ovens.
This competency is typically performed by operators working either independently or as part of a work team. At all times they would be liaising with other members of the team.
This unit of competency covers the operation of primary melting furnaces. It involves preparing and operating glass melting equipment, monitoring process operations and making necessary adjustments, identifying and solving routine problems and undertaking minor maintenance on equipment.
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