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Form glass

Form glass

Unit of competency
National Code
LMFGG3007B
State Code
W8681
TGA Status
Deleted
DTWD Status
Deleted
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
11/05/2009
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
11/06/2010
Field of Education
040323 - Glazing
Original Release Date
11/06/2010
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit addresses the knowledge and skills required to form glass.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Identify work requirements
  • 1.1. Work requirements are identified from work instructions to determine:
  • 1.1.1. materials to be used
  • 1.1.2. pattern or mould to be used
  • 1.1.3. process required to complete work tasks
  • 1.1.4. number of sheets to be formed and holding area for completed items
  • 1.1.5. the correct kiln settings for the glass being formed
  • 1.2. Workplace health and safety requirements relevant to forming glass, including personal protection needs, are observed throughout the work
  • 1.3. The process for obtaining materials and moving completed work to the next process is identified
  • 1.4. Procedures are identified for checking:
  • 1.4.1. quality of materials and items produced
  • 1.4.2. working condition of kiln and any other equipment/attachments
  • 1.4.3. quality requirements for each stage of the forming process
  • 1.5. Communication with others involved with the work is established and maintained to ensure efficient workflow coordination, personnel cooperation and safety throughout the application of this competency
2. Prepare for work
  • 2.1. Work sequence is planned in a logical order to suit the job
  • 2.2. Kiln, tools, equipment and materials are selected and checked prior to use to ensure that they are appropriate for the work, serviceable and in a safe condition
  • 2.3. Kiln components and controls, including emergency stops and guards are identified and checked for correct operation
3. Conduct glass forming operations
  • 3.1. Kiln and forming equipment is operated, adjusted and monitored in accordance with workplace procedures to ensure correct product quality and output
  • 3.2. Problems occurring during work operations are identified and reported to appropriate persons in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 3.3. Authorised changes in working procedures and/or requirements are followed
4. Complete work
  • 4.1. Product is inspected for quality against work instructions, and items that do not meet requirements are reworked or discarded
  • 4.2. Waste and scrap material is removed for disposal or recycling as required
  • 4.3. Tools, equipment and unused materials are removed and/or stored as appropriate
  • 4.4. Work area and kiln is cleaned and rubbish disposed of as appropriate
  • 4.5. Workplace documentation is completed as required by workplace procedures
RANGE STATEMENT
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
Unit context
This unit covers work involving the operation and monitoring of glass forming in kilns
OHS requirements may include legislation, standards, building codes, material safety management systems and local safe operating procedures
Work is carried out in accordance with statutory requirements, environment legislation, manual handling procedures and relevant regulations and organisation insurance requirements
Work requires individuals to demonstrate discretion, judgement and problem solving skills in the set up and operation of machines. This may be demonstrated either individually or in a team environment
Work is generally performed individually, with general supervision and may be part of a production process
Work may be performed in workplaces which are involved in the manufacture of customised formed glass products
Forming glass
Forming glass is the texturing or patterning of glass by bringing float glass to a semi-molten state and forming or slumping it over a pattern. As kiln-formed glass is custom manufactured, patterns/artwork are specific to a project. Moulds and patterns are formed to produce textures and patterns for the industry (glass merchants, architects, designers, shop fitters, signwriters and bathroom supplies, commercial and domestic)
Glass being formed may include but is not limited to:
sheet glass
float glass
patterned glass
Tools and equipment are to include:
kiln bed (sand bed screed flat and firm to create the patterns or artwork)
moulds and items for background patterns such as paint rollers
wire
trowels
Materials are to include but are not limited to:
float glass
sand and patterning material such as silicone
dowel
sea shells
Personal protective equipment
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
Equipment manufacturer specifications and operational procedures
Workplace procedures relating to the setting and operation of glass forming equipment
Work instructions, including job sheets, plans, drawings and designs
Safety standards include personal protective equipment, OHS regulations and enterprise requirements
Quality standards and procedures
EVIDENCE GUIDE
The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.

Critical aspects of evidence
Interpret work order/job instruction and prepare to form glass
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 goods, equipment and products
maintain required production output and product quality
Complete a minimum of forming glass of four differing patterns using varying slumping techniques to the capacity of the kiln being used. Patterns may be existing moulds or improvised designs.
Work effectively with others
Modify activities to cater for variations in workplace contexts and environment

Resource implications
Glass forming equipment, work area, work order, standard operating procedures, unprocessed materials.

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 process equipment, materials, work instructions and deadlines.
Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
W0328 LMFGG3007A Form glass Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
S7824 LMFGG3007C Form glass Unit of competency