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Elements and Performance Criteria

  1. Prepare to assemble non-security and security screens and grilles
  2. Calculate quantity of required materials and prepare cutting list from plans, work instructions and measurements of opening to suit type of screen or grille to be installed
  3. Select fittings, fixings, joining devices and materials, and tools and equipment to meet job requirements
  4. Check safe and effective operation of tools and equipment according to manufacturer specifications
  5. Plan work sequence to suit job requirements and workplace procedures
  6. Check size, quantity, finish and profile of screen and grille components against work order
  7. Assemble non-security and security screens and grilles
  8. Cut materials according to cutting list requirements and workplace procedures
  9. Assemble components of screens and grilles in line with work health and safety (WHS) requirements and job requirements, industry standards and workplace procedures
  10. Fasten fittings to screens and grilles according to workplace procedures
  11. Identify and report non-routine problems to designated personnel according to workplace procedures
  12. Identify and store surplus unused materials for re-use and recycling according to workplace procedures
  13. Check tools and equipment, and tag and report faulty items according to workplace procedures
  14. Clean and store remaining tools and equipment according to workplace procedures
  15. Legibly complete and process required workplace documentation according to workplace requirements

Performance Evidence

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

prepare and assemble the following in line the requirements of industry and Australian standards and workplace procedures:

one hinged security screen door in a residential or commercial building

one sliding security screen door in a residential or commercial building

one fixed window grille above ground level in a residential or commercial building, demonstrating the safe and correct use of safety and lifting equipment

one emergency egress security screen in a residential building

one non-security screen in any opening or building type.

In assembling the suite of non-security and security screens and grilles, the candidate must also demonstrate the ability to:

interpret work order and locate and use materials, tools and equipment required for the assembly

measure for windows and doors, and identify and select product materials to be used

correctly select component hardware and fittings required for assembly:

door closures

hinges

lock guards

guides and lock mechanisms that comply with Australian Standards

wheels

assemble screen and grille frame and components, optimising materials, and cutting, tooling, drilling and crimping in compliance with Australian standards

apply safe lifting and handling procedures

follow work instructions and safe operating procedures and inspection procedures to:

minimise risk of injury to self and others

prevent damage to site, tools equipment and products

maintain required production output and product quality

use hand and power tools safely

use personal protective equipment (PPE)

use and dispose of waste sustainably

identify and resolve routine problems and faults encountered

avoid backtracking, work flow interruptions and wastage


Knowledge Evidence

There must be evidence the candidate has knowledge of:

features of assembly work orders relating to the performance evidence, and how to identify and interpret key information

work instruction requirements, and industry-accepted quality indicators and requirements, relating to the assembly described in performance evidence:

key requirements of industry and Australian standards

work flow requirements

safety considerations and potential dangers associated with incorrect assembly

pattern and plan to be followed in assembly

operation of range of non-security and security screens and grilles in performance evidence

work health and safety (WHS) procedures, practices and regulations specific to assembly described in performance evidence:

controlling hazards and risks

eliminating hazardous materials and substance

using personal protective equipment:

aprons and overalls

gauntlets

gloves

hard hats

safety footwear

safety glasses

workplace procedures relating to:

identifying equipment, processes and procedures to use when assembling non-security and security screens and grilles

calculating quantities of required materials:

from plans and work instructions

by measuring screen opening

manual handling, including lifting and carrying

safely assembling screens and grilles

reporting non-routine problems

tagging and reporting faulty tools and equipment

disposing of waste safely and in an environmentally sustainable manner

recycling and re-use guidelines

cleaning and storing tools and equipment

storing surplus unused items

recording and reporting assembly information

techniques for assembling non-security and security screens and grilles described in performance evidence that include processes that:

conform to quality requirements

comply with supplier instructions and manufacturer specifications

maximise the appearance of the finished work

provide for economical use of materials and labour

types, characteristics, terminology of, uses, maintenance and limitations of the following items required for the assembly described in performance evidence:

framing material and in-fill material

tools and equipment:

assembly benches

bolt cutters or mechanical shears

copy routers

crimpers

drop and up-cut saws

electric and pneumatic powered drills and screwdrivers

end millers

fly screen spline rollers

knives

pneumatic and manual presses

pop rivet guns

soft rubber mallets

stamping and notching tools

materials:

anti-jemmy protection hardware

corner stakes

extruded door framing

fittings, fixing and fasteners, including screws and pop rivets

fly mesh

heavy-duty security mesh

interlocks

uses of non-security and security screen and grille products produced