Assessment Requirements for MSFGG3026 Laminate glass

Release: 1

Assessment Requirements for MSFGG3026 Laminate glass

Modification History

Release 1. Supersedes and is equivalent to MSFGG3010 Set up and operate glass laminating equipment.

Performance Evidence

There must be evidence the candidate has completed the tasks outlined in the elements and performance criteria of this unit, and:

completed the laminating process using 3 different glass types and interlayer thicknesses.

Knowledge Evidence

There must be evidence the candidate has knowledge of:

purpose and key provisions of Australian Standard AS/NZS 2208 – testing requirements

workplace safety system requirements related to the operation of glass laminating equipment

work flow requirements relating to the operation of glass laminating equipment, including how the process fits into the overall glass processing system

the role and importance of communication with others in relation to quality and safety

mathematical procedures for effective equipment operation and fault investigation

common items found in work instructions for glass laminating, including:

material to be used

number of sheets to be laminated and holding area for completed items

process required to complete work tasks

type, thickness and colour of the interlayer

correct machine heat and pressure settings for the materials being used

qualities, characteristics and uses of different types of laminated glass, including:

annealed float glass

automotive glass

bullet and bandit resistant glass

heat-strengthened glass

insulated glass

patterned laminated glass

safety glass

toughened glass

glass and window rating systems for:

fade control

noise

security applications

characteristics of materials used, and uses of products produced in the glass laminating process

types, characteristics, safe use, maintenance and limitations of glass laminating equipment:

autoclave

washing machines

hoist

pre-press oven

standards stamping equipment, including stamp

vacuum lifter

white room

procedures for each step of the lamination process, the types of problems that may occur and how to avoid and respond

quality indicators for laminated glass

procedures for the recording, reporting and maintenance of workplace records and information.

Assessment Conditions

Skills must have been demonstrated in the workplace or in a simulated environment that reflects workplace conditions and contingencies. The following conditions must be met for this unit:

use of suitable facilities, equipment and resources, including:

equipment, tools and materials to complete tasks in the Performance Evidence

glass product to be laminated

safety and personal protective equipment

work orders

workplace procedures.

Assessors must satisfy the NVR/AQTF mandatory competency requirements for assessors.

Links

Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=0601ab95-583a-4e93-b2d4-cfb27b03ed73