Modification History
Not applicable.
Unit Descriptor
Unit descriptor |
This unit addresses the knowledge and skills required to set up and operate glass toughening equipment. It includes operator maintenance. |
Application of the Unit
Application of the unit |
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Not applicable.
Pre-Requisites
Prerequisite units |
Nil |
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Employability Skills Information
Employability skills |
This unit contains employability skills. |
Elements and Performance Criteria Pre-Content
Elements describe the essential outcomes of a unit of competency. |
Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the required skills and knowledge section and the range statement. Assessment of performance is to be consistent with the evidence guide. |
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENT |
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
1. Prepare for work |
1.1. Work requirements from work instructions to ascertain: 1.1.1. material to be used 1.1.2. process required to complete work tasks 1.1.3. the required machine settings and adjustments 1.1.4. number of sheets to be toughened and holding area for completed items 1.2. Workplace health and safety requirements relevant to operating glass toughening equipment, including personal protection needs, are observed throughout the work 1.3. Work sequence is planned in a logical order to suit the job 1.4. Tools, equipment and materials are selected and checked prior to use to ensure that they are appropriate for the work, of the required quality, serviceable and in a safe condition 1.5. Machines are identified and checked for safe and effective operation, including emergency stops, gauges, guards and controls 1.6. Procedures are identified for checking: 1.6.1. quality of materials and items produced 1.6.2. working condition of equipment 1.6.3. quality requirements for each stage of the toughening process 1.7. Communication with others involved with the work is established and maintained to ensure efficient workflow coordination, personnel cooperation and safety throughout the application of this competency |
2. Set up equipment |
2.1. Machine settings and adjustments are made in accordance with job requirements and machine and tool manufacturer instructions 2.2. Trial runs are conducted to check machine operation, accuracy and quality of finished work 2.3. Necessary adjustments are made to machine settings |
3. Conduct glass toughening operations |
3.1. Glass to be toughened is prepared for process in accordance with workplace procedures or industry practice 3.2. Glass to be toughened is positioned on furnace load table and stamped with product identification in accordance with workplace procedures or industry practice 3.3. Glass is loaded into furnace in accordance with manufacturers' instructions and workplace procedures 3.4. Correct furnace pre-start, start-up and set-up procedures are completed in accordance with manufacturer instructions and workplace procedures 3.5. Furnace operation is monitored and adjustments made as required in accordance with manufacturer instructions or workplace procedures 3.6. Problems occurring during work operations are identified and reported to appropriate persons 3.7. Correct furnace shut-down and end of shift procedures are followed in accordance with manufacturer instructions and workplace procedures 3.8. Glass is unloaded from furnace in accordance with manufacturers' instructions and workplace procedures |
4. Complete work and maintain equipment |
4.1. Product is inspected for quality of work and items which do not meet quality requirements discarded or returned for reprocessing in accordance with workplace procedures 4.2. Completed work is placed in holding area in accordance with workplace procedures 4.3. Work area is cleaned and rubbish disposed of as appropriate 4.4. Equipment is cleaned and inspected for serviceability in accordance with workplace procedures 4.5. Unserviceable equipment is tagged and faults identified in accordance with workplace procedures 4.6. Equipment is maintained in accordance with workplace procedures 4.7. Workplace documentation is completed in accordance with workplace requirements 4.8. Tools, equipment and unused materials are removed and stored appropriate |
Required Skills and Knowledge
REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE |
This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit. |
Required skills |
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Required knowledge |
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Evidence Guide
EVIDENCE GUIDE |
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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. |
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Critical aspects of evidence |
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Resource implications |
Glass toughening equipment, workplace operating procedures, unprocessed materials, 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 glass toughening equipment, materials, work instructions and deadlines. |
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. 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. |
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Unit context |
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Glass toughening equipment |
Glass toughening equipment includes that equipment and machines involved in the process of toughening glass. This involves the controlled heating and cooling of glass. |
Tools and equipment are to include : |
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Furnace controls may include but are not limited to : |
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Materials are to include but are not limited to : |
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Personal protective equipment |
Personal protective equipment is to include that prescribed under legislation, regulations and enterprise practices and procedures. It may include:
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Information and procedures |
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Unit Sector(s)
Unit sector |
Glass and Glazing |
Competency field
Competency field |
Co-requisite units
Co-requisite units |
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