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ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1. Prepare for work

1.1. Work instructions are used to determine job requirements including design variations, tolerances, process, materials, finish and quantity

1.2. Work sequence is planned

1.3. Procedures are determined for checking quality at each stage of the process

1.4. Workplace health and safety requirements, including personal protection needs, are observed throughout the work

1.5. Suitable work area is selected for the task

1.6. Preparatory drawings/set outs for tasks are confirmed

1.7. Materials are selected following work instructions

1.8. Tools and equipment suitable for the work are identified and checked for safe and effective operation

2. Fabricate and assemble components

2.1. Material is set out according to work instructions, prepared, and components are marked according to workplace procedures

2.2. Tools, machines and equipment are used in accordance with safety requirements and manufacturers' specifications

2.3. Components are fabricated including any specified shapes, angles or curves and checked against set out and job requirements

2.4. Components are fitted to job requirements

2.5. Assembly process is undertaken according to workplace procedures

2.6. Item is checked for compliance with specifications

2.7. Item is finished in accordance with work instructions

3. Finalise operation and maintain equipment

3.1. Work area is cleaned, hand and/or power tools and equipment is cleaned, maintained and stored in accordance with workplace procedures

3.2. Off-cuts and unused materials are collected and stored for re-use or disposed following workplace procedures

3.3. Waste and scrap materials are dealt with following workplace procedures

Required skills

collect, organise and understand information related to work orders, basic plans and safety procedures

communicate ideas and information to enable confirmation of work requirements and specifications, coordination with work supervisor, other workers and the reporting of work outcomes and problems

plan and organise activities including the preparation and layout of the work area and the obtaining of equipment and materials to avoid any back tracking, workflow interruptions or wastage

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

use mathematical ideas and techniques to correctly complete measurements, calculate area and estimate material requirements

use pre-checking and inspection techniques to anticipate working problems, avoid re-working and wastage

use the limited workplace technology related to this glass and glazing project including tools, equipment, materials and measuring devices

Required knowledge

the interpretation of plan representation of product design

the preparation of drawings/set outs

workflow in relation to glass and glazing projects

identification of glass and glazing hand and basic processing tools, materials, equipment, processes and procedures

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.

Critical aspects of evidence

Interpret work instructions and locate and apply relevant information

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 goods, equipment and products

achieve required production output and product quality

Adapt or vary glass and glazing designs

Prepare, fabricate and assemble at least one basic glass and glazing project which:

is of thin glass (annealed glass of less than or 6 mm thick or laminated glass of less than or 6.38 mm thick)

requires the use of glass and glazing hand tools and basic glass and glazing processing machines

Work effectively with others

Modify activities to cater for variations in workplace contexts and environment

Resource implications

Access to plans/designs, glass and glazing hand tools and/or basic processing machines, equipment, materials, a work area and a specified project.

Method of assessment

Assessment should be by direct observation of tasks and questioning on underpinning knowledge.

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

Context of assessment

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

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.

Unit context

Workplace health and safety requirements include OHS legislation, building codes, material safety management systems, hazardous substances and dangerous goods code and local safe operating procedures

Work is carried out in accordance with legislative obligations, environmental legislation, relevant health regulations, manual handling procedures and organisation insurance requirements

Work involves reading and interpreting plans, developing set-outs, using hand and power tools, operating basic machinery, applying quality requirements and applying product finishing techniques and materials

Work is conducted under supervision and guidance

Basic glass and glazing unit may include but is not limited to:

fish tank

display case

flower vase/box

ornamental box/case

Project is to be determined in consultation with supervisor/teacher

Tools and equipment may include, but are not limited to:

flat felt covered cutting tables

tungsten wheel glass cutters

speed cutters

circle cutters

L-squares and straight edges

tape measures

glass handling gloves

safety glasses

gauntlets

aprons

marking pens

chinagraph pencils

templates and lubricants

Tables appropriate for cutting large glass sheets include:

air flotation tables

roller castor tables or tilt tables with air flotation

breaker bars or roller castors

Edging equipment includes but is not limited to:

linishing or belt machines

diamond or pencil edgers

pumice or cork polishers

horizontal wheels

finger slotters and hand tools

Drilling equipment may include, but is not limited to:

portable

wall-mounted and free-standing diamond drill presses and saws

Materials to be used may include but are not limited to:

annealed glass (less than or 6mm thick) and laminated glass (less than or 6.38mm thick) as deemed appropriate for the project

Personal protective equipment

Personal protective equipment is to include that prescribed under legislation, regulations and enterprise policies and practices. It may include:

gloves

safety glasses

gauntlets

footwear

earmuffs

aprons and overalls

Information and procedures

Workplace procedures relating to the handling of glass

Workplace procedures relating to the setting and operation of glass cutting, drilling and edging machines

Workplace procedures relating to the use of other tools and equipment

Work instructions, including job sheets, plans, drawings and designs

Workplace procedures relating to reporting and communication

Manufacturer specifications and operational procedures

Safety standards include personal protective equipment, OHS regulations and enterprise requirements

AS4667 Quality requirements for cut to size and processed glass

Unit sector

Glass and Glazing

This unit contains employability skills.