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ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1. Plan for work

1.1. Work requirements in the form of type of shower screen/wardrobe door to be fabricated and installed are identified from work instructions. This includes the identification of its pattern or plan

1.2. Workplace health and safety requirements for fabrication and installation of shower screens and wardrobe doors, including personal protection needs, are observed throughout the work

1.3. The process for fabricating and installing shower screens and wardrobe doors is identified

1.4. Glass fixing method and joining devices or materials are identified in line with specifications or type of materials to be used and Australian Standards

1.5. Quantities of materials required are calculated from plans or work instructions or by measuring the fixture opening

1.6. Tools and equipment appropriate to the fixing method are identified

2. Prepare for work

2.1. Work sequence is determined 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. Components of the shower screen/wardrobe door are checked against specifications or job order for: size, quantity, finish and profile

3. Fabricate and install shower screen/wardrobe door

3.1. If required, aluminium frame is fabricated in accordance with workplace procedures or industry practice

3.2. Fittings are attached to screen in accordance with workplace procedures or industry practice

3.3. Shower screen/wardrobe door is installed in shower opening/wardrobe in accordance with workplace procedures or industry practice

3.4. Shower screen is waterproof sealed in accordance with workplace procedures or industry practice

4. Complete work

4.1. Shower screen/wardrobe door is inspected for quality of work and repaired, refabricated or reinstalled as required in accordance with workplace procedures

4.2. Material which can be reused is collected and stored

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

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

4.5. Tools, equipment and unused materials are cleaned and removed and stored appropriately

4.6. Workplace documentation is completed in accordance with workplace requirements

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, optimise glass sizes for economical cutting and assemble required materials

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

use the limited workplace technology related to the fabrication and installation of shower screens and wardrobe doors

Required knowledge

workflow in relation to the fabrication and installation of shower screens and wardrobe doors

characteristics of materials used and uses of products produced

workplace safety system requirements related to the fabrication and installation of shower screens and wardrobe doors

identification of equipment, processes and procedures

relevant Australian Standards

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

Plan the fabrication and installation of shower screens and wardrobe doors

Interpret work order/job instruction and locate and apply relevant information to fabricate and install shower screens and wardrobe doors

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

maintain required production output and product quality

As a minimum, demonstrate the ability to:

measure for installation each of sliding, pivot, bi-fold, semi-frameless and frameless shower screens and sliding wardrobe doors

work from product specification data sheets

identify and select product materials

select glass in accordance with AS1288

fabricate frame and sash components, including cutting, tooling and drilling

identify, select and install component hardware including weather seals, wheels, hinges, guides and handles

assemble frames, including glass and gaskets

install shower screens and wardrobe doors

calculate the cost of shower screens and wardrobe doors

Work effectively with others

Modify activities to cater for variations in workplace contexts and environment

Resource implications

Shower screen/wardrobe door glass, aluminium framing material, fixtures, waterproof sealant, workplace operating procedures, 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 process 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

Work requires individuals to demonstrate discretion, judgement and problem solving skills in the fabrication and installation process

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

Shower screens are glass panels and may include:

framed

semi-frameless and frameless screens

sliding screens

pivot screens and returns

Wardrobe doors

Wardrobe doors may be fitted with safety vinyl backed mirror and textured vinyl coated board

Tools and equipment may include:

power saws

pneumatic

hydraulic and manual presses

tooling

drills

screwdrivers and rubber mallets and general glazing tools

spirit and laser levels

Materials are to include but are not limited to:

aluminium shower screen and wardrobe extrusions

laminated

toughened and organic coated glass

vinyl backed mirror

textured vinyl board

glazing and bump rubbers

shower screen

wardrobe hardware and sealants

Fittings may include:

wheels

hinges

handles

pivot blocks

corner blocks and fasteners

Personal protective equipment

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

gauntlets

gloves

safety glasses

hard hats

safety footwear

aprons and overalls

Information and procedures

Workplace procedures relating to the fabrication and installation of shower screens and wardrobe doors

Equipment or tool manufacturers' specifications and operational procedures

Work instructions including job sheets, plans, drawings and designs

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

AS1288

Unit sector

Glass and Glazing

This unit contains employability skills.