LMFGG3008B
Apply patterns and designs to glass

This unit addresses the knowledge and skills required to apply patterns and/or designs to glass surfaces.

Prerequisites

Nil


Elements and Performance Criteria

ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1. Identify work requirements

1.1. Work instructions are used to identify:

1.1.1. material to be used for application of design or pattern

1.1.2. pattern or plan to be followed

1.1.3. process required to complete work tasks

1.1.4. items to which pattern or design is to be applied

1.1.5. holding area for completed items

1.1.6. the material curing time (if required) for the type of material used and type of glass

1.2. Workplace health and safety requirements for application of patterns and designs to glass surfaces, including personal protection needs, are observed throughout the work

1.3. Tools and equipment suitable to the work method are identified

1.4. The process for applying patterns and designs to glass surfaces is identified

2. Prepare for work

2.1. Work sequence is planned in a logical order to suit the job

2.2. Tools, equipment and materials are selected and checked prior to use to ensure that they are appropriate for the work, serviceable and in a safe condition

2.3. Pattern or design template (if required) is produced from plan or design or drafted from existing design or pattern

2.4. Procedures are identified for checking:

2.4.1. quality of materials and items produced

2.4.2. quality requirements for each stage of the application process

3. Apply pattern or design to glass surface

3.1. Pattern or design template is applied or glass surface is masked as necessary with appropriate materials

3.2. Pattern or design is applied to glass surface in accordance with workplace procedures or industry practice

3.3. Problems occurring during operation are identified and reported to appropriate persons in accordance with workplace procedures

3.4. Any authorised changes in working procedures are followed

4. Complete work

4.1. Product is inspected for quality of work and repaired or discarded as required in accordance with workplace procedures

4.2. Waste and scrap material is removed for disposal or recycling as required

4.3. Work area is cleaned and rubbish disposed of as appropriate

4.4. Workplace documentation is completed as required

4.5. Tools and equipment are cleaned and stored following workplace procedures

Required Skills

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 of work with work supervisor, other workers and customers, 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 work requirements and assemble required materials

use pre-checking and inspection techniques to plan work, avoiding re-working and wastage

use the limited workplace technology related to the application of designs and/or patterns to glass surfaces

Required knowledge

the qualities and characteristics of glass and materials, including the hazards and handling requirements

procedures, techniques and means of applying patterns and designs to glass surfaces

workplace safety system requirements related to the application of patterns and designs to glass surfaces

workflow in relation to other stages of the work process

Evidence Required

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 order/job instruction and locate and apply relevant information to apply patterns and/or designs to glass surfaces

Prepare to apply patterns and designs to glass surfaces

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

maintain required production output and product quality

As a minimum, demonstrate the ability to:

draw and cut freehand designs.

set up, process, upload and cut designs from computerised software programs

stage sandblasting on glass

stage screen printing on glass

Work effectively with others

Modify activities to cater for variations in workplace contexts and environment

Resource implications

Template materials/patterns, masking materials, application equipment, workplace operating procedures, unprocessed glass, personal protective equipment and an appropriate work area.

Method of assessment

Assessment methods must confirm consistency of performance over time and in a range of workplace relevant contexts.

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

Assessment may be 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 pattern/design process equipment, materials, work instructions and deadlines.


Range Statement

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

OHS requirements may include legislation, standards, building codes, material safety management systems and local safe operating procedures

Work is carried out in accordance with statutory requirements, environment legislation, manual handling procedures and relevant regulations and organisation insurance requirements

Work requires individuals to demonstrate discretion, judgement and problem solving skills in the application of designs and/or patterns to glass surfaces

Work is generally performed individually, with general supervision and may be part of a production process

Work may be performed in workplaces which are involved in the manufacture of decorative glass products

Patterns and designs

Patterns or designs may be applied to glass surfaces by chemical etching, sandblasting or screen printing

Tools and equipment may include:

sandblasting equipment

masking materials

templates

etching chemicals and screen printing equipment

Materials are to include but are not limited to:

annealed

laminated

toughened glass and mirrors

Personal protective equipment

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

gauntlets

gloves

safety glasses

hard hats

safety footwear

aprons and overalls

Information and procedures

Equipment manufacturer specifications and operational procedures

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

Materials safety data sheets

Workplace procedures relating to the application of patterns or designs to glass

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


Sectors

Unit sector

Glass and Glazing


Employability Skills

This unit contains employability skills.


Licensing Information

Not applicable.