Modification History
HLT07 Version 4 |
HLT07 Version 5 |
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HLTOPD402B Perform edging and fitting |
HLTOPD402C - Perform edging and fitting |
Unit updated in V5. ISC upgrade changes to remove references to old OHS legislation and replace with references to new WHS legislation. No change to competency outcome. |
Unit Descriptor
Descriptor |
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to perform edging and fitting of spectacle lenses and to apply specialised techniques, treatments and processes to finish and/or repair spectacle frames and lenses |
Application of the Unit
Application |
Work performed includes the workshop skills of edging and fitting spectacle lenses and undertaking corrections and repairs to optical appliances All tasks are conducted in accordance with industry standards, organisation policies and procedures, and infection control guidelines |
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Not Applicable
Pre-Requisites
Not Applicable
Employability Skills Information
Employability Skills |
This unit contains Employability Skills |
Elements and Performance Criteria Pre-Content
Elements define the essential outcomes of a unit of competency. |
The Performance Criteria specify the level of performance required to demonstrate achievement of the Element. Terms in italics are elaborated in the Range Statement. |
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENT |
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
1. Prepare for edging and fitting |
1.1 Access required information and prescriptions 1.2 Prepare the environment 1.3 Check equipment and instruments to be used 1.4 Use personal protective equipment if required |
2. Operate optical equipment |
2.1 Use optical equipment to edge and fit lenses 2.2 Clean equipment and attachments in accordance with manufacturer's requirements and infection control procedures 2.3 Undertake regular maintenance procedures on equipment in accordance with manufacturers requirements and infection control procedures 2.4 Store equipment and attachments in accordance with manufacturer's requirements and organisation policies and procedures |
3. Perform edging and fitting |
3.1 Prepare for the edging of spectacle lenses 3.2 Edge lenses 3.3 Fit lenses to both plastic and metal frames 3.4 Use special hand-edging techniques to modify lenses for change-overs and centring corrections 3.5 Edge, groove and mount spectacle lenses to nyl-tag frames 3.6 Edge, drill and mount spectacle lenses to rimless frames |
4. Perform frame adjustments, repairs and lens treatments |
4.1 Repair and modify spectacle frames 4.2 Standard alignment of frames 4.3 Produce tinted lenses to required standards |
5. Utilise computer technology |
5.1 Select appropriate technology and software applications to achieve the requirements of the task 5.2 Adjust workspace, furniture and equipment to suit the ergonomic requirements of the user 5.3 Use technology according to organisation requirements and in a way which promotes a safe work environment 5.4 Carry out or arrange routine maintenance in order to ensure that equipment is maintained in accordance with manufacturer's instructions and organisation requirements 5.5 Identify equipment faults and take action in accordance with manufacturer's instructions or by reporting fault to designated person |
1. 6 Conduct final checking procedures |
6.1 Determine any axis or centring error and apply Australian standards tolerances. 6.2 Check the spectacles on the focimeter to verify powers, axes and centration 6.3 Check lens surface for scratching and aberrations 6.4 Adjust the frame to standard alignment 6.5 Check metal framed spectacles for strain 6.6 Clean spectacles |
Required Skills and Knowledge
This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level required for this unit. |
Essential knowledge: The candidate must be able to demonstrate essential knowledge required to effectively do the task outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit, manage the task and manage contingencies in the context of the identified work role This includes knowledge of:
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Essential skills: It is critical that the candidate demonstrate the ability to effectively do the task outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit, manage the task and manage contingencies in the context of the identified work role This includes the ability to:
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Evidence Guide
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria, Required Skills and Knowledge, the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for this Training Package. |
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Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate this competency unit: |
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Context of and specific resources for assessment: |
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Method of assessment |
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Related units: |
The following competency unit should be undertaken before or with this unit:
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Range Statement
RANGE STATEMENT |
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The Range Statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Add any 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. |
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Optical equipment may include: |
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Lens material includes: |
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Frame material includes |
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Repair and modify spectacle frames must include: |
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Waste materials may include: |
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Technology may include: |
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Software applications may include: |
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Routine maintenance may include: |
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Equipment faults or problems may be identified or anticipated by: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Not Applicable