Modification History
Not applicable.
Unit Descriptor
Unit descriptor |
This unit addresses the knowledge and skills required to set up and operate glass laminating equipment. It includes the performance of 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 type, thickness and colour of the interlayer 1.1.4. number of sheets to be laminated and holding area for completed items 1.1.5. the correct machine heat and pressure settings for the materials that are being used 1.2. Workplace health and safety requirements relevant to operating glass laminating 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, cutting tools and jigs 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 laminating 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 laminating operations |
3.1. Glass to be laminated is prepared for the process in accordance with workplace procedures or industry practice 3.2. Start-up and shutdown procedures for equipment used in the laminating process are completed in accordance with manufacturer instructions or workplace procedures 3.3. Glass flopping and washing procedures are conducted in accordance with manufacturer instructions or workplace procedures 3.4. Whiteroom procedures are conducted in accordance with manufacturer instructions or workplace procedures 3.5. Whiteroom hoist is operated in accordance with manufacturer instructions or workplace procedures 3.6. Pre-press oven and glass stacker are operated in accordance with manufacturer instructions or workplace procedures to recognised industry standards 3.7. Air lifter is operated in accordance with manufacturer instructions or workplace procedures 3.8. Autoclave is loaded, operated and unloaded in accordance with manufacturer instructions or workplace procedures 3.9. Cutting table is operated to cut glass to required size (if applicable) in accordance with manufacturer instructions or workplace procedures 3.10. FMF is operated in accordance with manufacturer instructions or 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 and tooling 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 appropriately |
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 laminating 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 laminating 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 laminating equipment |
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Tools and equipment are to include : |
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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, 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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