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Elements and Performance Criteria

  1. Plan for work
  2. Prepare for work
  3. Complete work
  4. Fabricate and install insect or security screen

Performance Evidence

There must be evidence the candidate has completed the tasks outlined in the elements and performance criteria of this unit, and demonstrated the ability to:

measure, fabricate and install one hinged aluminium screen door, one sliding aluminium screen door and one aluminium window screen

safely use at least three of the following:

drop saw

up-cut saw

stamping and notching tools

copy routers

end millers

crimpers

electric or pneumatic powered drills and screwdrivers

pop rivet guns

welding machine.


Knowledge Evidence

There must be evidence the candidate has knowledge of:

workflow requirements in relation to the fabrication and installation of insect and security screens

characteristics and application of materials and fittings used in fabrication and installation of screens including:

extruded door framing

corner stakes

interlocks

fly mesh

heavy-duty security mesh

emergency escape security screen

fittings and fixing/fasteners (screws and pop rivets)

anti-jemmy protection hardware

hinges

wheels

lock mechanisms that comply with Australian Standards

door closures

lock guards

workplace safety system requirements related to fabricating and installing aluminium insect and security screens

relevant Australian Standards relating to security screen doors and security window grilles.