Modification History
Not applicable.
Unit Descriptor
Unit descriptor |
This unit specifies the outcomes required for the installation of security screens and grills. |
Application of the Unit
Application of the unit |
This unit supports the attainment of skills and knowledge required for competent workplace performance in the installation of security screens and grills. This unit applies to an on-site environment and involves application of skills and knowledge at both the installation worker and the trade skills level. These skills and knowledge are to be used within the scope of the individual's job and authority. |
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. Plan and prepare |
1.1. Applicable OHS , legislative and organisational requirements relevant to security screens and grill installation are verified and complied with 1.2. Work order is reviewed, confirmed and clarified with appropriate personnel 1.3. Security screens and grills are identified and checked against the work order and located ready for installation 1.4. Tools and equipment are selected appropriate to work requirements and checked for operational effectiveness in accordance with manufacturers recommendations |
2. Prepare position for security screen or grill |
2.1. Existing screens and grills are removed where necessary to make way for the security screens and grills 2.2. The jamb stiles are assessed for the installation of the security screen/grills frame and adjustments made as necessary 2.3. The frame is positioned and secured in place so that the head/sill is level and stiles plumb. 2.4. Additional preparation for the locking mechanism is made where necessary |
3. Install security screens and grills |
3.1. Security screen/grill is inserted in the frame and tested for operation of open and shut 3.2. Locking mechanism is installed and tested 3.3. Items that do not meet quality requirements are repaired, recycled or discarded according to workplace procedures 3.4. Installation completion and equipment faults are recorded and reported to the appropriate personnel |
4. Clean work areas |
4.1. Waste and scrap is removed following workplace procedures 4.2. Tools used are cleaned; inspected for serviceable condition and stored appropriately in accordance with workplace procedures 4.3. Records and reports are completed to workplace requirements |
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 for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit |
Read and interpret a work order/job specification
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Context of , and specific resources for assessment |
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Method of assessment |
Assessment must satisfy the endorsed assessment guidelines of the Furnishing Industry Training Package Assessment methods must confirm consistency and accuracy of performance (over time and in a range of workplace relevant contexts) together with application of underpinning knowledge Assessment methods must be by direct observation of tasks and include questioning on underpinning knowledge to ensure its correct interpretation and application Assessment may be applied under project related conditions (real or simulated) and require evidence of process Assessment must confirm a reasonable inference that competency is able not only to be satisfied under the particular circumstance, but is able to be transferred to other circumstances Assessment may be in conjunction with assessment of other units of competency |
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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OHS requirements |
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Legislative requirements |
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Organisational requirements |
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Work order |
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Appropriate personnel |
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Tools and equipment |
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Records and reports |
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Waste |
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Unit Sector(s)
Unit sector |
Security Screens and Grills |
Competency field
Competency field |
Co-requisite units
Co-requisite units |
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