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:

interpret work order/job instruction and locate and apply relevant information to conduct commercial and structural reglazing

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

follow work instructions, operating procedures and inspection practices to:

minimise the risk of injury to self and others

prevent damage to glass, frames, equipment and products

maintain required product quality

as a minimum:

safely remove glass from commercial and architectural frames

prepare frame and opening, including clean-up

measure glass for commercial projects, doors, show and/or food cabinets, including sliding tracks, shop fronts and returns, architectural, curtain wall, structural and/or overhead glazing

selecting glass to comply with AS 1288:2006 Glass in buildings - Selection and installation

cutting and processing glass in accordance with AS/NZS 4667:2000 Quality requirements for cut-to-size and processed glass

identify and work at heights and on scaffolding to the relevant regulations and standards

identify and apply glazing, structural sealants and tapes

calculate the cost of glass and labour

work effectively with others.

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:

frames

glass

fixing material

sealants

workplace operating procedures and work orders

personal protective equipment

an appropriate work area/site.

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 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 information related to work orders, basic plans and safety procedures

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

planning and organising activities, including the preparation and layout of the work area, and the obtaining of equipment and materials to avoid any backtracking, workflow interruptions or wastage

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

using mathematical ideas and techniques to correctly complete measurements, calculate work requirements, and optimise glass sizes for economical cutting and assembling of required materials

using pre-checking and inspection techniques to plan work, and avoid re-working and wastage

using workplace technology related to commercial and structural re-glazing

modifying activities to cater for variations in workplace contexts and environment

Required knowledge includes:

types, qualities and characteristics of glass, including hazards and handling requirements

relevant Australian Standards

techniques, methods, materials and process of commercial and structural re-glazing

workflow requirements in relation to fitting glass

the correct application and operation of tools and equipment used

identification of equipment, processes and procedures

types of silicone products and their use

workplace safety system requirements related to commercial and structural re-glazing

regulations and standards for safe working at heights and on scaffolding

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.

Types of glass may include, but are not limited to:

annealed glass

toughened glass

laminated glass

wired glass

bandit resistant glass

bullet resistant glass

heat reflective glass

sputter coated and spandral glass

Methods of fixing depend upon:

the specification

type of glass and frame

security requirements

sealing methods

relevant Australian Standards

glazing methods:

pocket

flush

channel glazing

structural and double glazing

Fabrication and installation of commercial re-glazing may include:

work involving the on-site installation or replacement of glass for commercial, structural and other architectural engineered applications. This covers:

commercial windows and doors, including:

casement

sash

awning and double hung windows

shopfronts and returns

louvres

hinged, pivot and sliding doors and windows

automatic doors

mirrors

furniture applications

showcases

sliding tracks and food cabinets

curtain walls

balustrading

structural and suspended glazing

overhead glazing

toughened glass assemblies

aluminium glazing systems, including planar assemblies, curtain wall systems, spider assemblies, panel wall systems (hung and stacked)

Armour-view balustrading

watertight glazing techniques

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

Workplace procedures include:

workplace procedures and regulations relating to handling, movement and fitting of glass for commercial and structural applications

quality and Australian Standards and procedures

equipment and material manufacturer specifications and operational procedures

work instructions, including job sheets, cutting lists, plans, patterns, templates, drawings and/or designs

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

Australian Standards:

AS 1288:2006 Glass in buildings - Selection and installation

AS/NZS 2208:1996 Safety glazing materials in buildings

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

Tools and equipment may include:

glass cutters

pliers

hack-out knives

drills

putty knives

tape measures

scaffolding

ladders

Materials may include, but are not limited to:

all forms of flat glass and acrylic glazing products

plastic

aluminium

steel

solid timber

gaskets

sealants and adhesives

Preparation includes:

removing any remains of glass and sealants

cleaning

surface preparation (if required)

checking size against specification