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Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Prepare for removal and installation of large vehicle windscreen
   • Job requirements are determined from workplace instructions
   • Removal and installation information is accessed and interpreted from windscreen and vehicle manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures, and adhesive safety data sheets (SDS)
   • Work is planned to minimise waste and use time efficiently
   • Vehicle is inspected to ensure there is no prior damage and that all related accessories are operating correctly
   • Glazing materials and windscreen are selected according to windscreen supplier and vehicle manufacturer specifications, and are inspected for quality
   • Hazards associated with the work are identified and risks are managed
   • Tools and equipment are selected and checked for serviceability
   • Vehicle is protected and safely located according to workplace procedures
2. Remove large vehicle windscreen
   • Windscreen is removed according to manufacturer specifications, safety and environmental requirements, and without causing damage to vehicle or components
   • Tools and equipment for windscreen removal and support are used correctly
   • Equipment required to work safely at heights is used according to manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures
3. Cut and install large vehicle windscreen
   • New windscreen is cut, installed, bonded or sealed, and finished according to manufacturer specifications, and safety and environmental requirements
   • Adhesive is cured according to adhesive manufacturer specifications and timeframes, as required
   • Installation of windscreen is completed according to workplace procedures and safety requirements, and within accepted workplace timeframes
4. Complete work processes
   • Final inspection is made to ensure work meets workplace expectations, related accessories are operating correctly, and vehicle is presented ready for use
   • Work area is cleaned, waste and non-recyclable materials are disposed of, and recyclable material is collected and stored
   • Tools and equipment are checked, reported if faulty, and stored according to workplace procedures
   • Workplace documentation is processed according to workplace procedures
5. Prepare for removal and installation of large vehicle windscreen
   • Job requirements are determined from workplace instructions
   • Removal and installation information is accessed and interpreted from windscreen and vehicle manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures, and adhesive safety data sheets (SDS)
   • Work is planned to minimise waste and use time efficiently
   • Vehicle is inspected to ensure there is no prior damage and that all related accessories are operating correctly
   • Glazing materials and windscreen are selected according to windscreen supplier and vehicle manufacturer specifications, and are inspected for quality
   • Hazards associated with the work are identified and risks are managed
   • Tools and equipment are selected and checked for serviceability
   • Vehicle is protected and safely located according to workplace procedures
6. Remove large vehicle windscreen
   • Windscreen is removed according to manufacturer specifications, safety and environmental requirements, and without causing damage to vehicle or components
   • Tools and equipment for windscreen removal and support are used correctly
   • Equipment required to work safely at heights is used according to manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures
7. Cut and install large vehicle windscreen
   • New windscreen is cut, installed, bonded or sealed, and finished according to manufacturer specifications, and safety and environmental requirements
   • Adhesive is cured according to adhesive manufacturer specifications and timeframes, as required
   • Installation of windscreen is completed according to workplace procedures and safety requirements, and within accepted workplace timeframes
8. Complete work processes
   • Final inspection is made to ensure work meets workplace expectations, related accessories are operating correctly, and vehicle is presented ready for use
   • Work area is cleaned, waste and non-recyclable materials are disposed of, and recyclable material is collected and stored
   • Tools and equipment are checked, reported if faulty, and stored according to workplace procedures
   • Workplace documentation is processed according to workplace procedures

Range Statement

This section specifies work environments and conditions that may affect performance. Essential operating conditions that may be present (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) are included. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below.

Materials must include:	manufacturer or windscreen supplier approved adhesives and sealants flat laminated glass material for templates cleaning solvents and materials.
Tools and equipment mustinclude:	personal protective equipment (PPE) application equipment for adhesives and sealants template preparation equipment glass cutting tools and equipment windscreen lifting and supporting equipment safety harnesses and scaffolds for working at heights.
Safety and environmental requirements must include:	work health and safety (WHS) and occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements, including procedures for: selecting and using PPE using tools and lifting and support equipment working at heights using harnesses and scaffolds using SDS for adhesives material handling and storage environmental requirements, including procedures for trapping, storing and disposing of waste materials and chemicals.

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Performance Evidence

Before competency can be determined, individuals must demonstrate they can perform the following according to the standard defined in this unit’s elements, performance criteria, range of conditions and foundation skills:

remove and install windscreens on two different large vehicles.

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Knowledge Evidence

Individuals must be able to demonstrate knowledge of:

work health and safety (WHS) and occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements relating to removing and installing large vehicle windscreens, including procedures for:

selecting and using personal protective equipment (PPE)

using tools and lifting and support equipment

working at heights using harnesses and scaffolds

using safety data sheets (SDS) for adhesives

material handling and storage

environmental requirements, including procedures for trapping, storing and disposing of waste materials and chemicals

location and content of vehicle manufacturer technical specifications and fitting instructions

removal and installation methods and techniques for different types of large vehicle windscreens, including:

type and use of windscreen specialist tools and equipment

rubber and direct glazed installation methods

windscreen handling techniques

windscreen support systems

flat laminated glass cutting equipment and processes

windscreen attachment methods, including frames, clamps and special rubber sections

types of glass, including:

sealing methods

adhesive curing times and finishing techniques

potential problems and consequences

procedures for protecting vehicle and components during windscreen removal and installation work

procedures for final inspection of fitted large vehicle windscreens.

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