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:

Architectural engineered glazing covers work involving the on-site installation of glass for structural and other architectural engineered applications, including but not limited to:
curtain walls
infill and structural balustrading
suspended glazing and overhead glazing

May include:
toughened glass assemblies; aluminium glazing systems including planar assemblies
curtain wall systems
spider assemblies
panel wall systems (hung and stacked); Armourview balustrading; and watertight glazing techniques including knowledge of silicone

Unit context
Work requires individuals to demonstrate discretion, judgement and problem solving skills in the planning and fitting of glass in structural and other architectural engineered applications
Work is carried out in accordance with statutory requirements, environment legislation, manual handling procedures and relevant regulations and organisation insurance requirements
OH&S requirements may include legislation, standards, building codes, material safety management systems and local safe operating procedures

Tools and equipment may include:
general cutting and glazing tools
electric and pneumatic portable power tools
saws
drills and portable compressors

Materials are to include but are not limited to:
all forms of flat glass and acrylic glazing products
plastic
aluminium
steel
solid timber
gaskets
sealants and adhesives

Types of glass may include but are not limited to:
annealed glass
toughened glass
laminated glass
wired glass
bandit resistant glass
bullet resistant glass
heat reflective glass
solar controlled glass and spandral panels

Methods of glazing may include:
beaded
pocket
flush
channel glazing and structural glazing

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

Information and procedures
Workplace procedures relating to fitting of glass for structural applications

On-site procedures and regulations relating to the handling and movement of glass

Equipment manufacturers' specifications and operational procedures

Work instructions including job sheets, plans, drawings and designs

Safety standards include personal protective equipment, OH&S regulations and enterprise requirements

Australian Standards:

AS1288 Glass in buildings, selection and installation

AS2088 Safety glazing materials in buildings

AS4667 Quality requirements for cut to size and processed glass

AS4285 Skylights

AS4666 Insulating glass units

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 order/job instruction and locate and apply relevant information to fabricate and install structural glazing
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 and others
prevent damage to glass, frames, equipment and products
maintain required production output and product quality

To complete a minimum of:

measure glass for curtain walls, balustrades, suspended and overhead glazing
select glass to comply with AS1288
cut and process glass in accordance with AS4667
identify and erect appropriate ladders and scaffolding to comply with the relevant regulations and standards
identification and application of glazing, structural sealants and tapes
install glazing materials and weatherproofing
calculate the cost of glass and labour
Work effectively with others
Modify activities to cater for variations in workplace contexts and environment

Underpinning Knowledge
The types, qualities and characteristics of glass, including the hazards and handling requirements
The techniques, methods, materials and process of preparing and installing structural glazing
Relevant Australian Standards
Workflow in relation to the preparation and installation of structural glazing
The application and operation of tools and equipment used
Identification of equipment, processes and procedures
Workplace safety system requirements related to the preparation and installation of structural glazing

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 of work with work supervisor, other workers and customers, 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 work requirements, optimise glass sizes for economical cutting and assemble required materials
Solve problems. Use pre-checking and inspection techniques to plan work, avoiding reworking and wastage
Use of technology. Use the workplace technology related to the preparation and installation of structural glazing

Resource Implications
Frames, glass, fixing material, sealants, workplace operating procedures and work orders, personal protective equipment and an appropriate work area/site.

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 fabrication and installation 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
(2)

Planning and organising activities
(2)

Working with others and in teams
(2)

Using mathematical ideas and techniques
(1)

Solving problems
(2)

Using technology
(1)