Modification History
Not applicable.
Unit Descriptor
Unit descriptor |
This unit addresses the knowledge and skills required to plan, fabricate and install glass in commercial shopfronts, doors and windows. |
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. 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 is selected to match: 2.3.1. customer order 2.3.2. requirements for security, noise or light control 2.3.3. Australian Standards 2.4. Glass is checked for type, size and imperfections 2.5. Glass fixing method is selected according to: 2.5.1. specification 2.5.2. type of glass and frame 2.5.3. security requirements 2.5.4. sealing methods 2.5.5. Australian Standards |
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 identified and action taken to resolve in accordance with regulations and enterprise agreements 3.3. Special characteristics of the glass aperture are identified in relation to the effect of the glass fitting process on the finished job 3.4. Covering material is applied where necessary to protect existing fixtures and fittings |
4. Prepare frame |
4.1. Frame condition is assessed to ensure suitability for glazing in accordance with customer order 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. cleaning 4.3.2. surface preparation (if required) 4.3.3. 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 Australian and industry standards 5.2. Solvents and sealants are used in accordance with manufacturer 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 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 |
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 fabrication and installation 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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Commercial fabrication and glazing |
Commercial fabrication and glazing covers work involving the fabrication, assembly, glazing and installation of framed and frameless shop fronts and returns, fixed and operable windows, hinged, pivot, sliding and automatic doors. It may include:
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Tools and equipment may include : |
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Materials are to include but are not limited to : |
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Types of glass may include but are not limited to : |
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Methods of glazing may include : |
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Personal protective equipment |
Personal protective equipment is to include that prescribed under legislation, regulation and enterprise policies and practices. 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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