Unit of competency
Modification History
Release 2 - Update of Australian Standards codes. Statement regarding currency of Australian Standards included in Range of Conditions and Performance Evidence.
Release 1 - New unit of competency
Application
This unit of competency covers preparing and installing glass in structural and other architectural engineered applications.
Licensing, legislative or certification requirements may apply to this unit and relevant state/territory and local government agencies should be consulted to determine any necessary certification or licensing for undertaking glass and glazing work. Access to construction sites requires certification of general induction training specified by the National Code of Practice for Induction for Construction Work (ASCC 2007).
Pre-requisite Unit
Competency Field
Unit Sector
Glass and Glazing
Elements and Performance Criteria
Elements describe the essential outcomes. |
Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. |
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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 |
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1.2 |
Work health and safety (WHS) requirements for fabrication and installation of architectural engineered glazing, including personal protective equipment, are identified and observed throughout the work |
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1.3 |
The process for fabricating and installing architectural engineered glazing is identified |
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2 |
Prepare for work |
2.1 |
Work sequence is planned in a logical order to suit the job and workplace procedures |
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2.2 |
Tools, equipment and materials, other than glass, acrylic glazing products and frames, are selected and checked prior to use to ensure they are appropriate for the work, serviceable and in a safe condition |
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2.3 |
Type of glass and/or acrylic glazing products to be fitted and frames are selected to match the customer order, requirements for security, noise or light control and relevant Australian Standards |
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2.4 |
Glass is checked for type, size and imperfections and the appropriate glass fixing method selected to meet specifications |
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2.5 |
Ladders and scaffolding to comply with the relevant regulations and standards are identified and erected, where required, for the installation |
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2.6 |
Frame or opening is prepared to receive glass |
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2.7 |
Fixing and sealing materials are prepared by mixing or cutting to length, as appropriate |
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3 |
Identify site conditions and constraints |
3.1 |
Site safety hazards are recognised and corrective action taken to reduce injury to self and others |
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3.2 |
Any on-site difficulties are identified and addressed in accordance with regulations and enterprise agreements |
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3.3 |
Special characteristics of the glass aperture are identified in relation to the effect of the glass fitting process on the finished job |
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3.4 |
Covering material is applied, where necessary, to protect existing fixtures and fittings |
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4 |
Fit glass |
4.1 |
Glass and/or acrylic glazing product is fixed to the frame or opening using the selected method and in accordance with recognised Australian and industry standards |
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4.2 |
Solvents and sealants are used in accordance with manufacturer recommendations and Australian Standards |
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4.3 |
Excess sealing material is removed and the glass and frame cleaned after fixing |
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5 |
Inspect final product and clean up work area |
5.1 |
Completed installation is checked to ensure compliance with customer requirements, specifications and Australian Standards |
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5.2 |
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 enterprise requirements |
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5.3 |
Any ladders or scaffolding used in the installation are disassembled and removed |
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5.4 |
Tools, equipment and materials are cleaned and stored following workplace procedures |
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5.5 |
Waste and scrap material are removed for disposal or recycling, as required |
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5.6 |
Workplace documentation is completed in accordance with workplace requirements, including calculating the cost of glass, fittings, materials and labour |
Foundation Skills
Foundation skills essential to performance are explicit in the performance criteria of this unit of competency. Detail on appropriate performance levels for each furnishing unit of competency in reading, writing, oral communication and numeracy utilising the Australian Core Skills Framework (ACSF) are provided in the Furnishing Training Package Implementation Guide.
Range of Conditions
Specifies different work environments and conditions that may affect performance. Essential operating conditions that may be present (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) are included. Range is restricted to essential operating conditions and any other variables essential to the work environment. |
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Unit context includes: |
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Types of glass include: |
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Methods of fixing include: |
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Fabricating and installing include: |
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Tools and equipment include: |
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Materials include: |
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Preparation includes: |
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Personal protective equipment includes: |
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Information and procedures include: |
Note, wherever Australia Standards are listed they apply at the time of publication, but the most current version (including amendments) or replacement versions are to be used. |
Unit Mapping Information
Supersedes and is equivalent to LMFGG3018C Prepare and install architectural engineered glazing.
Links
Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=0601ab95-583a-4e93-b2d4-cfb27b03ed73