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Elements and Performance Criteria

  1. Identify panel removal requirements
  2. Plan removal processes
  3. Prepare for removal
  4. Remove the panel
  5. Finalise and report on the removal

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 discretion and apply judgement and problem solving to complex issues

Appropriate personnel include:

clients

architects

engineers

construction supervisors

members of heritage committees

government agencies

other specialist artisans, such as stonemasons

Removal outcomes include:

the requirement to dismantle, move and store leadlight or stained glass panels prior to any conservation work being undertaken

dismantling the panel without further damage as it is being removed

Tools and equipment include:

work benches

ladders and scaffolding

cameras

magnifying glasses

lights

cranes

forklifts

general hand tools

Supporting frames include:

wooden or metal frames that support the leadlight and stained glass panels during the removal process

Storage materials include:

boxes

frames, crates and other materials used to store and protect the leadlight and stained glass panel following removal and while being transported

Plans and other documents include:

original architectural plans

original drawings, cartoons and cut lines of the glass panel

historical photographs, charcoal rubbings and sketches

Removal report includes:

the extent of any damage to the surrounding building or fixture

any damage to the panel

any recommendations as to future requirements

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

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

Identify and interpret heritage legislation as it applies to leadlight and stained glass panels

Identify historical leadlight and stained glass panel construction methods

Identify framing, structural and construction techniques relevant to leadlight and stained glass panels

Identify appropriate panel removal methodologies

Remove a heritage leadlight and stained glass installation and store it to meet conservation requirements on at least two (2) occasions

Comply with legislation, regulations, standards, codes of practice and established safe practices and procedures for the removal of heritage leadlight and stained glass panels

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

State or territory WHS legislation, regulations, standards and codes of practice relevant to the full range of processes for leadlight and stained glass operations

Leadlight and stained glass panels construction and repair terminology and techniques

The principles and guidelines of the Australia International Council on Monuments and Sites (ICOMOS) Burra Charter

Organisational and site standards, requirements, policies and procedures for the removal of heritage leadlight and stained glass panels

Types of glass and other materials historically used in the leadlight and stained glass industry, their characteristics, properties, uses and limitations

Heritage requirements specific to leadlight and stained glass

Engineering aspects of supporting leadlight and stained glass panels during the removal process

Established communication channels and protocols

Relevant problem identification and resolution for heritage leadlight and stained glass

Storage systems and labelling

Procedures for the recording, reporting and maintenance of workplace records and information

Appropriate mathematical procedures for estimation and measurement