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:

Hand tools used in the glass and glazing sector may include:
tungsten wheel glass cutters
speed cutters
circle cutters
radius and oval cutters
vacuum straight edges
lever and vacuum lifters
plate and running pliers
pop rivet pliers and general hand tools

Power tools used in the glass and glazing sector may include:
Portable electric drills, screwdrivers, grinders, circular saws and jigsaws, plunge routers and sanders
Drop, radius, mitre and upcut saws, bench drills and grinders
Portable pneumatic drills, screwdrivers, grinders, nail and staple guns, pop rivet guns and compressors

Unit context

This unit covers work involving the use of hand and power tools in applications relating to the glass and glazing sector of the furnishing industry

Work requires individuals to demonstrate skill, accuracy and dexterity in the application of tools to work tasks

Work is carried out in accordance with statutory requirements, OH&S legislation, environmental legislation, manual handling procedures, relevant health regulations and organisation insurance requirements

OH&S requirements may include: safe working practices, use of tools and equipment, use of power tools, safe handling and storage of materials in accordance with enterprise procedures

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

Information and procedures

Hand and power tool manufacturers' specifications and operational procedures

Workplace procedures relating to OH&S, tool handling and operation, reporting and communication

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

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
Demonstrate compliance with OH&S regulations applicable to workplace operations
Adopt and carry out correct procedures prior to, during and after use of hand and power tools
Follow work instructions, operating procedures and inspection practices to:
prevent damage to goods, tools, equipment or products
maintain required production output and product quality
minimise the risk of injury to self or others
As a minimum, demonstrate the ability to:
identify each of the glass and glazing sector hand and power tools
indicate their applications and limitations
effectively and safely use them in the workplace environment
maintain and safely store them
Work effectively with others
Modify activities to cater for variations in workplace contexts and environment
Indicate compliance with organisational policies and procedures including quality assurance requirements

Underpinning Knowledge
Workflow within the workplace
Workplace safety requirements and OH&S legislation
Function and purpose of hand and power tools used in the workplace

Underpinning Skills
Correctly and safely select, use and maintain hand and power tools
Meet quality standards of finish
Communicate effectively with supervisors and other workers

Resource Implications
Glass and glazing sector hand and power tools, materials used in the manufacturing and/or processing of glass and glazing products, operating procedures, work area and workplace requirements

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 should be conducted over time and 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 process 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)