Elements and Performance Criteria
- Prepare for work.
- Plans, drawings and specifications are obtained from supervisor for planned work activity.
- Safety (OHS) requirements associated with cutting and joining sheet metal and workplace environmental requirements are adhered to throughout the work.
- Quality assurance requirements are identified and adhered to in accordance with workplace requirements.
- Tasks are planned and sequenced in conjunction with others involved in or affected by the work.
- Tools and equipment, including personal protective equipment, are selected and checked for serviceability.
- Work area is prepared to support efficient cutting and joining of sheet metal.
- Identify joining requirements.
- Cut and join sheet metal.
- Sheet metal is marked out in accordance with plans and specifications.
- Sheet metal is cut to pattern using appropriate cutting tool.
- Laps are measured and shaped for joining using appropriate tools and equipment in accordance with plans and specifications.
- Surface is prepared and cleaned of grease and other contaminants.
- Sheet metal is joined to comply with plans and specifications, avoiding damage to surrounding surfaces.
- Joins are cleaned and visually inspected ensuring materials are correctly aligned, joined and sealed.
- Sustainability principles and concepts are applied throughout the cutting and joining process.
- Clean up.
- Work area is cleared and materials disposed of or recycled in accordance with state or territory statutory and regulatory authority legislation and workplace procedures.
- Tools and equipment are cleaned, checked, maintained and stored in accordance with manufacturer recommendations and workplace procedures.
- Information is accessed and documentation completed in accordance with workplace requirements.