Elements and Performance Criteria

The Range Statement provides advice to interpret the scope and context of this unit of competency, allowing for differences between enterprises and workplaces. It relates to the unit as a whole and facilitates holistic assessment. The following variables may be present for this particular unit:

Basic glass and glazing unit may include but is not limited to:
fish tank
display case
flower vase/box
ornamental box/case
Project is to be determined in consultation with supervisor/teacher

Unit context

Workplace health and safety requirements include OH&S legislation, building codes, material safety management systems, hazardous substances and dangerous goods code and local safe operating procedures

Work is carried out in accordance with legislative obligations, environmental legislation, relevant health regulations, manual handling procedures and organisation insurance requirements

Work involves reading and interpreting plans, developing set-outs, using hand and power tools, operating basic machinery, applying quality requirements and applying product finishing techniques and materials

Work is conducted under supervision and guidance

Tools and equipment may include, but are not limited to:
flat felt covered cutting tables
tungsten wheel glass cutters
speed cutters
circle cutters
L-squares and straight edges
tape measures
glass handling gloves
safety glasses
gauntlets
aprons
marking pens
chinagraph pencils
templates and lubricants

Tables appropriate for cutting large glass sheets include:
air flotation tables
roller castor tables or tilt tables with air flotation
breaker bars or roller castors

Edging equipment includes but is not limited to:
linishing or belt machines
diamond or pencil edgers
pumice or cork polishers
horizontal wheels
finger slotters and hand tools

Drilling equipment may include, but is not limited to:
portable
wall-mounted and free-standing diamond drill presses and saws

Materials to be used may include but are not limited to:
annealed glass (less than or 6mm thick) and laminated glass (less than or 6.38mm thick) as deemed appropriate for the project

Personal protective equipment is to include that prescribed under legislation, regulations and enterprise policies and practices. It may include:
gloves
safety glasses
gauntlets
footwear
earmuffs
aprons and overalls

Information and procedures
Workplace procedures relating to the handling of glass
Workplace procedures relating to the setting and operation of glass cutting, drilling and edging machines

Workplace procedures relating to the use of other tools and equipment

Work instructions, including job sheets, plans, drawings and designs

Workplace procedures relating to reporting and communication

Manufacturers' specifications and operational procedures
Safety standards include personal protective equipment, OH&S regulations and enterprise requirements
AS4667 Quality requirements for cut to size and processed glass

The Evidence Guide identifies the critical aspects, knowledge and skills to be demonstrated to confirm competency for this unit. This is an integral part of the assessment of competency and should be read in conjunction with the Range Statement.
Critical Aspects of Evidence
Interpret work instructions and locate and apply relevant information
Apply safe handling requirements for equipment, products and materials, including use of personal protective equipment
Follow work instructions, operating procedures and inspection practices to:
minimise the risk of injury to self or others
prevent damage to goods, equipment or products
achieve required production output and product quality
Adapt or vary glass and glazing designs
Prepare, fabricate and assemble at least one basic glass and glazing project which:
is of thin glass (annealed glass of less than or 6 mm thick or laminated glass of less than or 6.38 mm thick)
requires the use of glass and glazing hand tools and basic glass and glazing processing machines
Work effectively with others
Modify activities to cater for variations in workplace contexts and environment

Underpinning Knowledge
The interpretation of plan representation of product design
The preparation of drawings/set outs
Workflow in relation to glass and glazing projects
Identification of glass and glazing hand and basic processing tools, materials, equipment, processes and procedures

Underpinning Skills
Information. Collect, organise and understand information related to work orders, basic plans and safety procedures
Communication. Communicate ideas and information to enable confirmation of work requirements and specifications, coordination with work supervisor, other workers and the reporting of work outcomes and problems
Planning. Plan and organise activities including the preparation and layout of the work area and the obtaining of equipment and materials to avoid any back tracking, workflow interruptions or wastage
Teamwork. Work with others and in a team by recognising dependencies and using cooperative approaches to optimise workflow and productivity
Mathematical ideas and techniques. Use mathematical ideas and techniques to correctly complete measurements, calculate area and estimate material requirements
Solve problems. Use pre-checking and inspection techniques to anticipate working problems, avoid reworking and avoid wastage
Use of technology. Use the limited workplace technology related to this glass and glazing project including tools, equipment, materials and measuring devices

Resource Implications
Access to plans/designs, glass and glazing hand tools and/or basic processing machines, equipment, materials, a work area and a specified project.

Method of Assessment
Assessment should be by direct observation of tasks and questioning on underpinning knowledge.
Assessment may be conducted 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 equipment, materials, work instructions and deadlines.

Key Competency Levels
NB:These levels do not relate to the Australian Qualifications Framework. They relate to the seven areas of generic competency that underpin effective workplace practices.
There are three levels available:
Level 1 where work is within set conditions and process
Level 2 where the management or facilitation of conditions or process is exercised; and
Level 3 where the design and/or development of conditions or process is required
Communicating ideas and information
(1)

Collecting analysing and organising information
(1)

Planning and organising activities
(1)

Working with others and in teams
(1)

Using mathematical ideas and techniques
(1)

Solving problems
(1)

Using technology
(1)