Required knowledge

the qualities and characteristics of glass including the hazards and handling requirements and the behaviour of glass sheets when lifted and moved

workflow in relation to the movement of glass by mechanical means

the principles requirements and techniques of moving glass sheets by mechanical means

workplace safety system requirements related to the moving of glass sheets by mechanical means

capabilities operating processes and procedures of mechanical handling equipment

The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria required skills and knowledge range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package

Critical aspects of evidence

Interpret work orderjob instruction and locate and apply relevant information to plan the relocation of glass using mechanical means

Select and use appropriate equipment and techniques to relocate glass sheets

Apply safe handling requirements for equipment products and materials including use of personal protective equipment

Follow work instructions operating procedures and inspection practices to

minimise the risk of injury to self and others

prevent damage to goods equipment and products

maintain required production output and product quality

As a minimum demonstrate the ability to

identify personal protective safety apparel and safety regulations for overhead lifting

identify and safely use gantry cranes up to safe working load SWL including relevant standards and regulations

identify and use scissor grabs and vacuum rigs for lifting single glass sheets

follow pre safety and inspection procedures

calculate the weight safely load and secure glass

relocate single sheets of glass by vacuum and scissor grabs up to m kg

Work effectively with others

Modify activities to cater for variations in workplace contexts and environment

Resource implications

Mechanical glass handling equipment glass sheet to be relocated workplace operating procedures and personal protection equipment and an appropriate work area

Method of assessment

Assessment methods must confirm consistency of performance over time and in a range of workplace relevant contexts

Assessment should be by direct observation of tasks and questioning on underpinning knowledge

Assessment may be in conjunction with assessment of other relevant units of competency

Context of assessment

Assessment may occur on the job or in a workplace simulated facility with relevant mechanical equipment glass sheets work instructions and deadlines

Unit context

Glass may include, but is not limited to:

Mechanical handling equipment is to include but is not limited to:

Tools and equipment are to include:

Materials are to include but are not limited to:

Personal protective equipment

Information and procedures