Elements and Performance Criteria
- Identify work requirements
- Work requirements in the form of type and quantity of glass and type and colour/nature of coating/film and related materials are identified from work instructions
- Work health and safety (WHS) requirements for application of coating/film to glass, including personal protective equipment, are observed throughout the work
- Tools, equipment, accessories and materials are identified for the application of coating/film in accordance with workplace procedures
- Materials safety data sheets (MSDS) and/or product application and safety information are read and used to guide work practices
- Particular process techniques, time and safety requirements are noted and used to plan work, and the appropriate process for applying coating/film to glass are identified
- Prepare for work
- Work sequence is planned in a logical order to suit the job
- Tools, equipment and materials are selected and checked prior to use to ensure they are appropriate for the work, serviceable and in a safe condition
- Coating/film to be applied is checked for defects or damage
- Surfaces are measured and materials and templates cut without causing damage according to accepted industry methods, materials and procedures
- Glass is checked for damage and suitable preparation, and cleaned/prepared using approved methods, materials and equipment following coating/film product manufacturer instructions and/or workplace practices
- Any faults/flaws are identified and reported in accordance with workplace procedures
- Appropriate workplace documentation is completed and handled, as required, by measuring, cutting and surface preparation outcomes
- Apply coating/film
- Equipment and accessories are used to handle the coating/film in accordance with manufacturer and workplace instructions
- Surfaces are kept clean and free of contamination according to the specifications and procedures for materials/product used
- Problems occurring during operation are identified and reported to appropriate persons in accordance with workplace procedures, and any authorised changes in working procedures and/or requirements followed
- Inspect tinted product and refurbish work area
- Complete work
- Waste and scrap material are removed for disposal or recycling, as required
- Work area is cleaned and rubbish disposed of, as appropriate
- Tools, equipment and unused materials are removed and stored appropriately
- Appropriate workplace documentation to reflect application and inspection is completed and handled as required by workplace procedures