Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1

Identify work requirements

1.1

Work requirements are identified from work instructions

1.2

Work health and safety (WHS) requirements relevant to forming glass, including personal protective equipment, are observed throughout the work

1.3

The process for obtaining materials and moving completed work to the next process is identified

1.4

Procedures for checking the quality of materials and items produced, working condition of kiln and any other equipment/attachments and the quality requirements for each stage of the forming process are identified

1.5

Communication with others involved with the work is established and maintained to ensure efficient work flow coordination, personnel cooperation and safety throughout the work

2

Prepare for work

2.1

Work sequence is planned in a logical order to suit the job

2.2

Kiln, tools, equipment and materials are selected and checked prior to use to ensure they are appropriate for the work, serviceable and in a safe condition

2.3

Kiln components and controls, including emergency stops and guards, are identified and checked for correct operation

3

Conduct glass forming operations

3.1

Kiln and forming equipment are operated, adjusted and monitored in accordance with workplace procedures to ensure correct product quality and output

3.2

Problems occurring during work operations are identified and reported to appropriate personnel in accordance with workplace procedures

3.3

Authorised changes in working procedures and/or requirements are followed

4

Complete work

4.1

Product is inspected for quality against work instructions, and items that do not meet requirements are re-worked or discarded

4.2

Waste and scrap material are removed for disposal or recycling, as required

4.3

Tools, equipment and unused materials are removed and/or stored, as appropriate

4.4

Work area and kiln are cleaned and rubbish disposed of, as appropriate

4.5

Workplace documentation is completed as required by workplace procedures

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.

Unit context includes: 

• WHS requirements, including legislation, building codes, material safety management systems, hazardous and dangerous goods codes, and local safe operating procedures or equivalent
• work is carried out in accordance with legislative obligations, environmental legislation, relevant health regulations, manual handling procedures and organisation insurance requirements
• work requires individuals to demonstrate some discretion, judgement and problem solving

Work instructions include: 

• materials to be used
• pattern or mould to be used
• process required to complete work tasks
• number of sheets to be formed and holding area for completed items
• the correct kiln settings for the glass being formed

Glass for forming includes: 

• sheet glass
• float glass
• patterned glass

Materials include: 

• float glass
• sand and patterning material, such as silicone
• dowel
• sea shells

Tools and equipment include: 

• kiln bed (sand bed screed flat and firm to create the patterns or artwork)
• moulds and items for background patterns, such as paint rollers
• wire
• trowels

Personal protective equipment includes: 

• that prescribed under legislation, regulation and enterprise policies and practices:

• gauntlets
• gloves
• safety glasses
• hard hats
• safety footwear
• aprons and overalls

Information and procedures include: 

• workplace procedures relating to the use of tools and equipment and personal protective equipment
• work instructions, including job sheets, cutting lists, plans, drawings and designs
• workplace procedures relating to reporting and communication
• manufacturer specifications and operational procedures