Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners

MSFGG4001 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Apply standards and codes of practice for the glass industry

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Issue Date: April 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency MSFGG4001 - Apply standards and codes of practice for the glass industry
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit of competency covers evaluating glass and glazing requirements for buildings to comply with relevant Australian Standards and codes of practice. It involves determining all aspects of Australian Standards and codes of practice that apply to glass processing and installation. It may be performed in workplaces which are involved in the manufacture, processing and/or installation of glass components and in job roles requiring leadership, judgement and complex problem solving. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.

Assessors must:

hold training and assessment competencies as determined by the National Skills Standards Council (NSSC) or its successors

have vocational competency in the furnishing industry at least to the level being assessed with broad industry knowledge and experience, usually combined with a relevant industry qualification

be familiar with the current skills and knowledge used and have relevant, current experience in the furnishing industry.

Assessment methods must confirm consistency of performance over time rather than a single assessment event and in a range of workplace relevant contexts.

Assessment must be by observation of relevant tasks with questioning on underpinning knowledge and, where applicable, multimedia evidence, supervisor’s reports, projects and work samples.

Assessment is to be conducted on single units of competency or in conjunction with other related units of competency. Foundation skills are integral to competent performance in the unit and should not be assessed separately.

Assessment must occur on the job or in a workplace simulated facility with relevant process, equipment, materials, work instructions and deadlines.

Access is required to work requirements for glass and glazing jobs, Australian Standards, workplace operating procedures and relevant equipment.
Prerequisites/co-requisites
Competency Field
Development and validation strategy and guide for assessors and learners Student Learning Resources Handouts
Activities 		Slides
PPT 		Assessment 1 Assessment 2 Assessment 3 Assessment 4
Elements of Competency Performance Criteria              
Element: Evaluate glass and glazing work requirements
  • Work health and safety (WHS) requirements for determining glass and glazing requirements are observed throughout the work
  • Glass and glazing job requirements are identified from workplace documentation, client and specialist specifications, and a technical evaluation conducted
  • Confirmed requirements for compliance with glass and glazing standards in the work are recorded according to workplace procedures and requirements
       
Element: Determine application of glass and glazing standards
  • Products/types of glass for the job are identified and product supply sources are examined to ascertain current developments, if appropriate
  • Relevant standards are assessed against job requirements
  • Influencing factors are identified and their significance and impact on the end product determined
  • Professional technical advice is sought, if applicable and available, in accordance with workplace procedures
  • Optimal solution to completion of the work is identified and specifications meeting all applicable standards is confirmed
       
Element: Communicate advice
  • Solution is converted into detailed work instructions/job specifications in accordance with workplace procedures
  • Other documentation, including any advice/referral to client of other building professionals, is completed in accordance with workplace practices
  • Communication with clients, building professionals and other workers is maintained to ensure all work is carried out to comply with glass and glazing standards
       


Evidence Required

List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1

Evaluate glass and glazing work requirements

1.1

Work health and safety (WHS) requirements for determining glass and glazing requirements are observed throughout the work

1.2

Glass and glazing job requirements are identified from workplace documentation, client and specialist specifications, and a technical evaluation conducted

1.3

Confirmed requirements for compliance with glass and glazing standards in the work are recorded according to workplace procedures and requirements

2

Determine application of glass and glazing standards

2.1

Products/types of glass for the job are identified and product supply sources are examined to ascertain current developments, if appropriate

2.2

Relevant standards are assessed against job requirements

2.3

Influencing factors are identified and their significance and impact on the end product determined

2.4

Professional technical advice is sought, if applicable and available, in accordance with workplace procedures

2.5

Optimal solution to completion of the work is identified and specifications meeting all applicable standards is confirmed

3

Communicate advice

3.1

Solution is converted into detailed work instructions/job specifications in accordance with workplace procedures

3.2

Other documentation, including any advice/referral to client of other building professionals, is completed in accordance with workplace practices

3.3

Communication with clients, building professionals and other workers is maintained to ensure all work is carried out to comply with glass and glazing standards

Apply the full requirements of 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, and AS/NZS 4668:2000 Glossary of terms used in the glass and glazing industry, and other industry codes of practice for all aspects of glass processing and installation, including for:

stairways

suspended balustrading

sloped or overhead glass

5-star rated buildings

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.

Correctly complete measurements, calculate work requirements, optimise glass sizes for application and assembly of required resources

Use workplace technology, relevant resources and product specifications related to glass and glazing requirements to:

determine glass thickness limitations

assess the impact of glass shape for determining application

identify and calculate aspect ratios

understand and apply the principles of wind loadings

identify glazing situations affected by human impact, including where activity could generate a high risk of breakage, and where glass could be mistaken for a door

determine the appropriate glazing materials, processing and installation methods for various glazing situations, including all types of safety glass

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

Workplace operating procedures, AS 1288:2006 Glass in buildings - Selection and installation, AS/NZS 2208:1996 Safety glazing materials in buildings, AS/NZS 1170:2 2002 Structural design actions (wind loads), AS/NZS 4667:2000 Quality requirements for cut-to-size and processed glass, and AS/NZS 4668:2000 Glossary of terms used in the glass and glazing industry, and NCC references to windows and doors in buildings

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 qualities and characteristics of glass, including types, qualities, applications and limitations

Products and processes and current trends and developments in glass and glazing techniques/applications

Workplace safety system requirements related to the handling and installation of glass

Principles of operation of glass processing plant/equipment

The architecture and location of glass process/production equipment

Interactions between glass plant items/processes

Glass product specifications and tolerances

Submission Requirements

List each assessment task's title, type (eg project, observation/demonstration, essay, assignment, checklist) and due date here

Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

Copy and paste from the following data to produce each assessment task. Write these in plain English and spell out how, when and where the task is to be carried out, under what conditions, and what resources are needed. Include guidelines about how well the candidate has to perform a task for it to be judged satisfactory.

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1

Evaluate glass and glazing work requirements

1.1

Work health and safety (WHS) requirements for determining glass and glazing requirements are observed throughout the work

1.2

Glass and glazing job requirements are identified from workplace documentation, client and specialist specifications, and a technical evaluation conducted

1.3

Confirmed requirements for compliance with glass and glazing standards in the work are recorded according to workplace procedures and requirements

2

Determine application of glass and glazing standards

2.1

Products/types of glass for the job are identified and product supply sources are examined to ascertain current developments, if appropriate

2.2

Relevant standards are assessed against job requirements

2.3

Influencing factors are identified and their significance and impact on the end product determined

2.4

Professional technical advice is sought, if applicable and available, in accordance with workplace procedures

2.5

Optimal solution to completion of the work is identified and specifications meeting all applicable standards is confirmed

3

Communicate advice

3.1

Solution is converted into detailed work instructions/job specifications in accordance with workplace procedures

3.2

Other documentation, including any advice/referral to client of other building professionals, is completed in accordance with workplace practices

3.3

Communication with clients, building professionals and other workers is maintained to ensure all work is carried out to comply with glass and glazing standards

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 scope includes:

evaluation of all glass and glazing tasks with a formal and documented process of the Australian Standards requirements

application of:

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

AS/NZS 2208:1996 Safety glazing materials in buildings

AS/NZS 1170:2 2011 Structural design actions (wind loads)

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

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

National Construction Code (NCC) references to windows and doors in buildings

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.

WHS requirements include:

Commonwealth, state or territory legislation and regulations

organisational safety policies and procedures

the use of personal protective equipment and clothing

firefighting equipment

first aid equipment

hazard and risk control and elimination of hazardous materials and substances

manual handling, including lifting and carrying

Procedures include:

work instructions

standard operating procedures

written, verbal or computer-based procedures

Organisational requirements include:

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

ethical standards

recording and reporting

access and equity principles and practices

Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Work health and safety (WHS) requirements for determining glass and glazing requirements are observed throughout the work 
Glass and glazing job requirements are identified from workplace documentation, client and specialist specifications, and a technical evaluation conducted 
Confirmed requirements for compliance with glass and glazing standards in the work are recorded according to workplace procedures and requirements 
Products/types of glass for the job are identified and product supply sources are examined to ascertain current developments, if appropriate 
Relevant standards are assessed against job requirements 
Influencing factors are identified and their significance and impact on the end product determined 
Professional technical advice is sought, if applicable and available, in accordance with workplace procedures 
Optimal solution to completion of the work is identified and specifications meeting all applicable standards is confirmed 
Solution is converted into detailed work instructions/job specifications in accordance with workplace procedures 
Other documentation, including any advice/referral to client of other building professionals, is completed in accordance with workplace practices 
Communication with clients, building professionals and other workers is maintained to ensure all work is carried out to comply with glass and glazing standards 

Forms

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