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Process glass by basic machines

Process glass by basic machines

Unit of competency
National Code
MSFGG2007
State Code
WI479
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
10/12/2013
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
19/06/2014
Field of Education
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
19/06/2014
Nominal Hours
48
Description
This unit of competency covers cutting, shaping, drilling and edging annealed glass up to, and including, 6 mm thick, and laminated glass up to 7 mm thick by basic machines.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Identify work requirements
  • 1.1 Work requirements, including materials, types of cuts, shapes and edges, processes and quantities required, are identified from work instructions or job order in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 1.2 Work health and safety (WHS) requirements, including personal protective equipment, are observed throughout the work
  • 1.3 Tools, equipment and materials are selected and checked prior to use to ensure that they are appropriate for the work, of the appropriate quality, serviceable and in a safe condition
  • 1.4 Cutting list and quality standards are determined and procedures for operation of basic cutting machines identified in accordance with workplace requirements and industry standards
  • 1.5 Glass to be cut, shaped, drilled or edged is selected using information from the work order, including type of glass, thickness, colour and dimensions
  • 1.6 Machines, equipment and settings required to perform the work are identified
2 Prepare for work
  • 2.1 Technique and sequence of work are planned to ensure glass processing is conducted in a logical order
  • 2.2 Procedures for monitoring quality of materials, work in progress and finished items are identified in accordance with workplace requirements and industry practice
  • 2.3 Suitable cutting, shaping, drilling and edging machines are selected
  • 2.4 Glass processing table is selected and work surface is cleared of debris and dust
  • 2.5 Components and controls of machines, including emergency stops and guards, are identified and tested, and appropriate action taken if not in working order
  • 2.6 Work area is cleared of obstructions and potential hazards
  • 2.7 Glass to be processed is located in the work area using appropriate handling techniques
  • 2.8 Glass is measured accurately to minimise waste and within specified tolerances according to enterprise standards
  • 2.9 Glass is checked for imperfections and damage prior to handling
3 Conduct processing operations
  • 3.1 Tools and equipment are operated and monitored in accordance with manufacturer instructions and workplace procedures to ensure correct product quality and output
  • 3.2 Glass is processed to required standard in accordance with job order, work instructions and procedures, including the performance of routine lubrication and adjustments of machines/equipment, if required
  • 3.3 Problems occurring during work operations are identified and reported to appropriate persons in accordance with enterprise procedures
  • 3.4 Authorised changes in working procedures are followed
  • 3.5 Completed product is inspected for quality of work and repaired, reprocessed or discarded in accordance with workplace procedures
4 Complete work
  • 4.1 Processed glass is labelled and stored following workplace procedures ensuring there are no projections
  • 4.2 Scraps and off-cuts are removed for disposal or recycling, as required
  • 4.3 Work area clean-up is completed following workplace procedures
  • 4.4 Equipment is cleaned and stored according to workplace requirements
  • 4.5 Tools, equipment and unused materials are removed and stored appropriately
  • 4.6 Workplace documentation is completed in accordance with workplace requirements
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
S7813 LMFGG2007C Process glass by basic machines Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OAJ25 MSFGG2015 Process glass by basic machines Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
J728 MSF20413 Certificate II in Glass and Glazing Qualification
J732 MSF30413 Certificate III in Glass and Glazing Qualification