Application
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to cut, shape and apply finishing techniques to annealed glass up to 8 mm thick, and laminated glass up to 8.38 mm thick. This may include mirrors, and work may be for residential or commercial purposes.
This unit applies to glass processing workers and glaziers cutting glass in accordance with pre-determined work orders.
No licensing or certification requirements exist at the time of publication. Relevant legislation, industry standards and codes of practice within Australia must be applied.
Elements and Performance Criteria
Elements | Performance Criteria |
Elements describe the essential outcomes. | Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. |
1. Identify work requirements | 1.1 Read work instructions and identify cutting requirements 1.2 Identify and follow work health and safety requirements, using all required personal protective equipment 1.3 Select and check required tools, equipment and materials for suitability, serviceability and safety prior to use 1.4 Plan sequence of work to ensure processing is conducted in a logical order |
2. Prepare for work | 2.1 Select glass cutting table and clear work surface of debris and dust 2.2 Clear work area of obstructions and potential hazards with cullet bins located close to work area 2.3 Check glass for imperfections and damage prior to handling 2.4 Safely place glass to be cut in the required work area using correct manual handling procedures 2.5 Accurately measure glass to minimise waste in accordance with workplace standards 2.6 Set and test equipment and safety controls in accordance with workplace standards |
3. Cut glass | 3.1 Operate and monitor tools and equipment in accordance with manufacturer instructions and workplace procedures to achieve required cuts within specified tolerances 3.2 Make routine equipment, tool lubrication and adjustments in accordance with manufacturer instructions 3.3 Identify and report problems to appropriate persons, and follow any authorised changes in working procedures 3.4 Inspect completed product for compliance with quality and work order requirements, and repair, reprocess or discard in accordance with workplace procedures |
4. Complete work | 4.1 Label and store cut glass in accordance with workplace procedures ensuring there are no projections 4.2 Clean work area, safely dispose of rubbish and identify items for recycling in accordance with workplace procedures 4.3 Remove and store tools, equipment and unused materials in accordance with workplace procedures 4.4 Accurately complete required workplace documentation |
Foundation Skills
Foundation skills essential to performance are explicit in the performance criteria of this unit of competency.
Sectors
Glass and Glazing