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Elements and Performance Criteria

  1. Identify work requirements
  2. Prepare for work
  3. Fabricate and install window or door
  4. Complete work

Range Statement

Specifies different 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. Range is restricted to essential operating conditions and any other variables essential to the work environment.

Unit context includes:

WHS requirements, including legislation, building codes, material safety management systems, hazardous and dangerous goods codes, and local safe operating procedures or equivalent

work is carried out in accordance with legislative obligations, environmental legislation, relevant health regulations, manual handling procedures and organisation insurance requirements

work requires individuals to demonstrate some discretion, judgement and problem solving

Residential windows include:

aluminium or steel sliding

timber or uPVC framed

double hung

casement and awning windows

louvre windows

double glazed windows

Residential doors include:

aluminium or steel sliding

timber framed

hinged

bi-fold doors

Tools and equipment include:

assembly benches

hand, drop and up-cut saws

pneumatic equipment

hydraulic and manual presses

frame and sash tooling

copy routers

end millers

crimpers

electric and pneumatic powered drills and screwdrivers

pop rivet guns

heat guns for uPVC

glue guns

general hand tools

Materials include:

aluminium alloys and steel

uPVC

hardware

fasteners (screws, pop rivets and knock-downs)

plastics

sealants

tapes

gaskets

flashings

timber

timber reveals

Glass includes:

annealed glass

safety glass

patterned glass

tinted

heat reflective

insulated glass units (IGU)

Hardware includes:

locks

wheels

stays

hinges

springs and balances and any component required for the operation of residential windows

Personal protective equipment includes:

that prescribed under legislation, regulation and enterprise policies and practices:

gauntlets

gloves

safety glasses

hard hats

safety footwear

aprons and overalls

Information and procedures include:

workplace procedures relating to the use of tools and equipment and personal protective equipment

work instructions, including job sheets, cutting lists, plans, drawings and designs

workplace procedures relating to reporting and communication

manufacturer specifications and operational procedures

Australian Standards:

AS 2047:2014 Windows in buildings - Selection and installation; section 6 regarding construction and section 8 on labelling and certification of glass installations

AS 1288:2006 Glass in buildings - Selection and installation

AS/NZS 4667:2000 Quality requirements for cut-to-size and processed glass

AS/NZS 4666:2012 Insulating glass units

AS/NZS 4668:2000 Glossary of terms used in the glass and glazing industry

Note, wherever Australia Standards are listed they apply at the time of publication, but the most current version (including amendments) or replacement versions are to be used.

the Window Energy Rating System (WERS)


Performance Evidence

Interpret work order and locate and apply relevant information

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

Identify materials used in the work process

Follow work instructions, operating procedures and inspection processes to:

minimise the risk of injury to self or others

prevent damage to goods, equipment and products

maintain required production output and product quality

Measure for the installation of windows and doors and plan work from product specification data sheets and/or specified software programs

Identify and select product materials, including selection of mullions and transoms in relation to wind loading

Fabricate frame and sash components from metal and uPVC, including cutting, tooling, routing, milling, drilling and/or crimping

Identify, select and install component hardware, including weather seals, wheels, stays, hinges, guides and/or locks

Apply the WERS

Select and cut glass in accordance with AS 1288:2006 Glass in buildings - Selection and installation and AS/NZS 4667:2000 Quality requirements for cut-to-size and processed glass

Assemble frames, including glass, gaskets, tapes, sealants, adhesives, fasteners, reveal linings and flashings in accordance with AS 2047:2014 Windows in buildings - Selection and installation (Section 6)

Label frames in accordance with AS 2047:2014 Windows in buildings - Selection and installation (Section 8) and AS/NZS 4668:2000 Glossary of terms used in the glass and glazing industry

Note, wherever Australia Standards are listed they apply at the time of publication, but the most current version (including amendments) or replacement versions are to be used.

Install residential windows and doors

Calculate cost of residential windows and doors

Use mathematical ideas and techniques to correctly complete measurements, calculate area and estimate material requirements

Communicate ideas and information to enable confirmation of work requirements and specifications and the reporting of work outcomes and problems, interpret basic plans and follow safety procedures

Avoid backtracking, work flow interruptions or wastage

Work with others and in a team by recognising dependencies and using cooperative approaches to optimise work flow and productivity


Knowledge Evidence

Work flow requirements in relation to the fabrication and installation of windows and doors

Characteristics of glass and framing materials used and uses of products produced

Workplace safety system requirements related to the fabrication and installation of windows and doors

Correct identification of equipment, processes and procedures

AS 1288:2006 Glass in buildings - Selection and installation

AS/NZS 4667:2000 Quality requirements for cut-to-size and processed glass

AS 2047:2014 Windows in buildings - Selection and installation (Section 6)

AS 2047:2014 Windows in buildings - Selection and installation (Section 8)

AS/NZS 4668:2000 Glossary of terms used in the glass and glazing industry

Note, wherever Australia Standards are listed they apply at the time of publication, but the most current version (including amendments) or replacement versions are to be used.