LMFGG3019B
Conduct commercial and structural glazing

This unit addresses the knowledge and skills required to replace glass in commercial, structural and/or architectural engineered applications.

Prerequisites

Nil


Elements and Performance Criteria

ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1. Identify work requirements

1.1. Work requirements in the form of type of glass, frames and the method of fixing are identified from work instructions

1.2. Workplace health and safety requirements for fabrication and installation of commercial glazing, including personal protection needs, are identified and observed throughout the work

1.3. The process for fabricating and installing commercial glazing 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, other than glass and frames, are selected and checked prior to use to ensure that they are appropriate for the work, serviceable and in a safe condition

2.3. Type of glass to be fitted and frames are selected to match:

2.3.1. customer order

2.3.2. existing glass type

2.3.3. requirements for security, noise or light control

2.3.4. relevant Australian Standards

2.4. Glass fixing method is selected according to:

2.4.1. specification

2.4.2. type of glass and frame

2.4.3. security requirements

2.4.4. sealing methods

2.4.5. Australian Standards

2.5. Glass is checked for type, size and imperfections

3. Identify site conditions and restraints

3.1. Site safety hazards are recognised and corrective action taken to reduce injury to self and others

3.2. Other on-site difficulties are recognised and action taken to resolve in accordance with regulations and enterprise requirements

3.3. Covering material is applied where necessary to protect existing fixtures and fittings

3.4. Special characteristics of the window or door which may affect the finished job are identified and corrective action taken

4. Prepare frame and materials

4.1. Frame condition (if applicable) is assessed to ensure suitability for glazing in accordance with customer requirements and Australian Standards

4.2. Defective frames are reported for repair or replacement in accordance with workplace procedures

4.3. Frame is prepared (if required) to receive glass by:

4.3.1. removing any remains of glass and sealants

4.3.2. cleaning

4.3.3. surface preparation (if required)

4.3.4. checking size against specification

4.4. Fixing and sealing materials are prepared by mixing or cutting to length as appropriate

5. Fit glass

5.1. Glass is fixed to the frame using the selected method and in accordance with recognised industry procedures and Australian Standards

5.2. Solvents and sealants are used in accordance with manufacturers' recommendations and Australian Standards

5.3. Excess sealing material is removed

5.4. Glass and frame are cleaned after fixing

6. Complete work

6.1. Completed installation is checked to ensure compliance with customer requirements, specifications and Australian Standards

6.2. Workplace documentation is completed in accordance with workplace requirements

6.3. Work area is cleaned and left in a safe condition and rubbish removed from work area and disposed of in accordance with relevant statutory requirements and workplace requirements

6.4. Tools, equipment and materials are cleaned and stored following workplace procedures

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

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, optimise glass sizes for economical cutting and assemble required materials

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

use the workplace technology related to commercial and structural reglazing

Required knowledge

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

relevant Australian Standards

the techniques, methods, materials and process of commercial and structural reglazing

workflow in relation to fitting glass

the application and operation of tools and equipment used

identification of equipment, processes and procedures

workplace safety system requirements related to commercial and structural reglazing

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 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 production output and product quality

To complete a minimum of:

safely remove broken glass from commercial and architectural frames

prepare frame and opening including cleanup and/or frame repair

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

select glass to comply with AS1288

cut and process glass in accordance with AS4667

identify and work with ladders and scaffolding to the relevant regulations and standards

identify and apply glazing, structural sealants and tapes

install and weatherproof glazing materials

calculate the cost of glass and labour

Work effectively with others

Modify activities to cater for variations in workplace contexts and environment

Resource implications

Frames, glass, fixing material, sealants, workplace operating procedures and work orders, personal protective equipment and an appropriate work area/site.

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.


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

Work requires individuals to demonstrate some discretion, judgement and problem solving skills in the handling and installation of glass products

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

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

Commercial and structural reglazing

Commercial and structural reglazing covers work involving the on-site replacement of glass for commercial, structural and other architectural engineered applications. It includes:

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 and overhead glazing

It may also include:

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, including knowledge of silicone

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

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 glazing may include:

pocket

flush

channel glazing

structural and double glazing

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

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 include personal protective equipment, OHS regulations and enterprise requirements

Australian Standards:

AS1288 Glass in buildings, selection and installation

AS2208 Safety glazing materials in buildings

AS4667 Quality requirements for cut to size and processed glass


Sectors

Unit sector

Glass and Glazing


Employability Skills

This unit contains employability skills.


Licensing Information

Not applicable.