Unit of competency Outline
Date retreived
23/07/2026 4:45 PM AWST
23/07/2026 4:45 PM AWST
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Install roller shutters
Install roller shutters
Unit of competency
National Code
MSFBAA308
MSFBAA308
State Code
OFJ89
OFJ89
TGA Status
Current
Current
DTWD Status
Pending
Pending
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
Field of Education
040319 - Furnishing Installation
Original Release Date
Nominal Hours
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to identify and install roller shutters according to job requirements. The unit involves planning job requirements, identifying required shutter products to be used and their measurements and fasteners, and applying workplace procedures to ensure their safe and correct installation.The unit applies to individuals working under limited supervision to install roller shutters, including light-weight domestic, heavy-weight commercial, and fire-rated and/or cyclone-rated shutters. The shutters may be installed in a range of openings, including windows, fixed and sliding doors, building entrances, and inside and exterior to buildings. They may be fastened to a range of surfaces, including aluminium, concrete, masonry, plasterboard and timber.Where installed control devices involve hardwiring to be connected to mains power, electrical work must be completed by a qualified licensed electrician.All work must be carried out to comply with workplace procedures, according to state/territory health and safety regulations, legislation and standards that apply to the workplace.Licensing, legislative or certification requirements may apply to this unit. Relevant state/territory and local government agencies should be consulted to determine necessary requirements for installing roller shutters. Access to construction sites requires certification of general induction training specified by the National Code of Practice for Induction for Construction Work (ASCC 2007).
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for installation of roller shutters
- 1.1 Identify job and shutter requirements from work order and supplier instructions
- 1.2 Consult with customer to confirm access and installation requirements, including type of roller shutter to be installed and location of installation
- 1.3 Assess installation site, existing services and substrate material to confirm it is safe and suitable for installation
- 1.4 Identify and apply workplace health and safety and personal protection requirements of installation
- 1.5 Plan logical, safe and efficient work sequence that reflects work order
2. Fit and fasten roller shutters
- 2.1 Identify and select required materials, tools, equipment and accessories based on work order, and check their safe and effective operation
- 2.2 Set up required materials, equipment and shutter mechanisms in line with work instructions and manufacturer specifications
- 2.3 Fit shutter to opening according to work order, type of control system and manufacturer specifications
- 2.4 Fasten shutter according to shutter type, work order and opening surface using fastening tools in line with supplier instructions and workplace procedures
- 2.5 Test installed shutter for correct operation within limits of normal operation, and adjust and repair performance problems in line with own level of responsibility
3. Finalise installation
- 3.1 Check that completed work complies with quality and work order requirements, and rectify identified deficiencies within scope of own role
- 3.2 Clean work area and surfaces, and dispose of waste safely and sustainably according to workplace procedures
- 3.3 Identify and store surplus unused items for re-use and/or recycling according to workplace procedures
- 3.4 Check, clean and store tools and equipment, and tag and report faulty items according to workplace procedures
- 3.5 Advise customer on correct operation and maintenance of roller shutter
- 3.6 Legibly complete and process required workplace and customer documentation
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Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| OBP14 | MSFBA3020 | Install roller shutters | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BTV2 | MSF30926 | Certificate III in Shading and Security Screens | Qualification |