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Manufacture insulated glass units

Manufacture insulated glass units

Unit of competency
National Code
MSFGG3041
State Code
OAJ03
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
03/12/2018
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
22/05/2019
Field of Education
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
22/05/2019
Nominal Hours
60
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to set up and operate insulated glass unit (IGU) manufacturing equipment to process two sheets of glass that are separated by a spacer and sealed to form an airtight unit and conducting associated quality testing.This unit applies to glass processing workers producing insulated glass units (IGUs) in accordance with pre-determined work orders.No licensing or certification requirements exist at the time of publication. Relevant legislation, industry standards and codes of practice within Australia must be applied.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for work
  • 1.1 Read work instructions and identify job and quality requirements
  • 1.2 Identify and follow work health and safety requirements, using all required personal protective equipment
  • 1.3 Identify quality procedures for each stage of the process
  • 1.4 Plan work sequence in a logical order to suit the job and workplace procedures
  • 1.5 Establish and maintain communication with others involved with the work to ensure efficient work flow coordination, personnel cooperation and safety
2. Set up equipment
  • 2.1 Complete pre-operational equipment checks in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 2.2 Confirm machine operation through quality checks on first production of finished items
  • 2.3 Make adjustments to settings and parameters based on initial quality checks
3. Conduct IGU manufacturing operations
  • 3.1 Load and orient glass sheets into IGU machine using the appropriate mechanical and automated handling equipment
  • 3.2 Assemble IGU spacers in accordance with specification and workplace procedures
  • 3.3 Operate IGU machine to wash and dry glass and to press the unit using any required additives
  • 3.4 Operate primary and secondary seal equipment in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 3.5 Conduct testing for water vapour (dewpoint) and integrity of sealing (moisture) in accordance with workplace procedures
4. Complete work and maintain equipment
  • 4.1 Inspect completed product for compliance with quality and work order requirements and reprocess or discard in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 4.2 Quarantine, label and store serviceable units in accordance with industry standards and workplace procedures
  • 4.3 Clean work area and safely dispose of rubbish
  • 4.4 Clean and inspect IGU machine for serviceability in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 4.5 Inspect, maintain and tag equipment in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 4.6 Remove and store tools, equipment and unused materials in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 4.7 Accurately complete required workplace documentation
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WI495 MSFGG3013 Set up and operate insulated glass unit (IGU) manufacturing equipment Unit of competency