The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.

Overview of assessment

Assessment processes and techniques must be culturally appropriate and appropriate to the language, literacy and numeracy capacity of the candidate and the work being performed.

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

Assessors must be satisfied that the candidate can competently and consistently:

read and interpret a work/job specification

identify a range of glass types, their characteristics, uses and limitations

identify and explain the properties, uses and limitations of common glass, and glazing tools and equipment

identify and explain the types, properties, uses and limitations of common glazing products and consumables

identify and rectify problems with glass and glazing products and consumables

identify the likely impact of various environmental effects when using glass and glazing consumables

safely and effectively handle and store glass, glazing products and consumables

comply with legislation, regulations, standards, codes of practice and established safe practices and procedures for using glass, glazing products and consumables to meet specified outcomes

communicate effectively and work safely with others in the work area.

Context of, and specific resources for assessment

The application of competency is to be assessed in the workplace or realistically simulated workplace.

Assessment is to occur under standard and authorised work practices, safety requirements and environmental constraints.

Assessment of essential underpinning knowledge, other than confirmatory questions, will usually be conducted in an off-site context.

Assessment is to comply with relevant regulatory or Australian Standard requirements.

The following resources should be made available:

a range of commonly used glass, glazing products and consumables

specifications and work instructions

equipment for using glass, glazing products and consumables and a suitable storage location.

Method of assessment

Assessment must satisfy the endorsed Assessment Guidelines of the LMF02 Furnishing Industry Training Package.

Assessment methods must confirm consistency and accuracy of performance (over time and in a range of workplace relevant contexts) together with application of underpinning knowledge.

Assessment methods must be by direct observation of tasks and include questioning on underpinning knowledge to ensure its correct interpretation and application.

Assessment may be applied under project-related conditions (real or simulated) and require evidence of process.

Assessment must confirm a reasonable inference that competency is able not only to be satisfied under the particular circumstance, but is able to be transferred to other circumstances.

Assessment may be in conjunction with assessment of other units of competency.

Guidance information for assessment

Required skills include:

collecting, organising and understanding materials technology and information related to glass types, glazing products and consumables

using communication skills to the level required to confirm work requirements and specifications; communicate effectively regarding work requirements with supervisors, other workers and customers; report work outcomes and problems; and relate to people from a range of social, cultural and ethnic backgrounds, and of varying physical and mental abilities

using literacy skills to the level required to understand information related to work orders, including common industry terminology, plans and safety procedures; prepare reports; and interpret technical information and specifications

maintaining quality records related to glass, glazing product and consumables use

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

identifying, anticipating and responding to faults in glass, glazing products and consumables

recognising and responding to circumstances outside instructions or personal competence

planning and organising activities, including the preparation and layout of own worksite, and the obtaining and use of tools and materials to avoid any backtracking, work flow interruptions or wastage

using mathematical ideas and techniques to correctly complete measurements, calculate area and volume, and estimate work and glass, glazing products and consumables requirements

clarifying and confirming work instructions

planning own work within the given task parameters

accepting responsibility for given tasks

setting, monitoring and satisfying personal work goals

maintaining current knowledge of common tools and equipment used in glass handling and glazing work

maintaining current knowledge of glass, glazing products and consumables

seeking learning opportunities

using the correct workplace technology related to glass, glazing products and consumables

Required knowledge includes:

state or territory OHS legislation, regulations, standards, codes of practice, organisational and site standards, requirements, and policies and procedures relevant to glass, glazing product and consumables handling, storage and use

types of glass, glazing products and glass fixing materials used in the glazing industry, including their correct terminology, characteristics, properties, uses and limitations

environmental protection requirements relating to the disposal of waste material

established communication channels and protocols

problem identification and resolution for glass, glazing products and consumables

storage systems and labelling for glass, glazing products and consumables

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

appropriate mathematical procedures for estimation of glass, glazing product and consumables use

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.

OHS requirementsare to be in accordance with:

Commonwealth, state or territory legislation and regulations, organisational safety policies and procedures. Requirements may include, but are not limited to:

the use of personal protective equipment and clothing

fire fighting equipment

first aid equipment

hazard and risk control and elimination of hazardous materials and substances

manual handling, including lifting and carrying

Legislative requirementsare to be in accordance with:

applicable legislation from all levels of government that affect organisational operation. Requirements may include, but are not limited to:

award and enterprise agreements

industrial relations

Australian Standards

confidentiality and privacy

OHS requirements

the environment

equal opportunity

anti-discrimination

relevant industry codes of practice

duty of care and heritage

Organisational requirementsmay include, but are not limited to:

legal, organisational and site guidelines, policies and procedures relating to own role and responsibility

quality assurance

procedural manuals

quality and continuous improvement processes and standards

OHS, emergency and evacuation procedures

ethical standards

recording and reporting

access and equity principles and practices

equipment use

maintenance and storage

environmental management (e.g. waste disposal, recycling and reuse guidelines)

Glass types, their characteristics and appropriate use may include, but are not limited to:

annealed glass

heat toughened and chemically strengthened glass

laminated glass

wired glass

tinted and heat reflective glass

coated glass and insulated glass units

low iron glass

self-cleaning glass

electrically heatable glass

low emissivity glass

mirrored glass

Glazing products, their characteristics and appropriate use may include, but are not limited to:

clamps:

flat

radius

holeless

setting blocks and packers

U channel rubber

spider fittings:

2, 3 and 4 arm

medium

heavy duty

frameless glass hinges, brackets and handles

patch fittings and locks

articulated bolts

stand-offs, anchors, spigots and mini-posts

handrail brackets, slotted tube, joiners and body

A frame ‘top hat’ sections and grommets

ball castors

clamp bars

Glazing consumables include, but are not limited to:

silicone sealants:

neutral cure (clear, white and coloured)

anti-mildew sanitary (clear, white and coloured)

high performance/high joint movement for structural glazing

polyurethane sealants

glass cleaners and silicone removers

abrasives belts, discs and slurries:

silicon carbide

diamond

polishing items:

sprays and waxes

cerium oxide

acids (sulphuric and hydrofluoric)

felt polishing bobs

backing rod

butyl glazing tape

setting blocks

glazing pins

foam tape:

single

double-sided

structural

masking tape

mirror mounting tape

putty

horseshoe packers

safety glass decals

labels

gloves

blades

film

glass paint

Work requirements include:

workplace procedures relating to the handing and movement of glass

work instructions, including job sheets and plans

equipment manufacturer instructions

safety standards, including personal protective equipment, OHS regulations and enterprise requirements

manufacturer instructions for the use of equipment and materials

meeting AS 1288:2006 Glass in buildings - Selection and installation

Tools and equipment may include:

tungsten wheel glass cutters

speed cutters

circle cutters

squares, vacuum and other straight edges

plate and running pliers and snips

drills and countersinks

spine rollers

mallets

silicone guns

squeegees and holsters

five-way cutting-in tools

trim knives

scrapers

scourers

measures

calculator

chamois

heat guns

screwdrivers

spanners

restraint straps and ratchets

vacuum lifters:

flat

curved

double/single cup

Personal protective equipment includes:

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

gauntlets

gloves

safety glasses

hard hats

safety footwear

aprons and overalls

Manufacturer instructions may include:

safe handling procedures

strength and load bearing rates

glazing product fixing procedures, techniques and templates

cutting and bending techniques

glass fixing materials:

surface preparation before use

application techniques

tooling procedures

category of use, performance and structural strength

temperature range for use, curing and storage

shelf life

other storage requirements

Problems with consumables may include:

poor quality

past use-by date

damaged in storage

wrong category/rating consumable for the job

used on contaminated surfaces

poor gunning and silicone application technique

Workplace documentationmay include but not be limited to:

types and quantities of products and consumables obtained, used and stored

job sheets recording products and consumables

product fault reports