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:

Insect and security screens may include:
fixed
sliding and emergency exit grills to suit various commercial and domestic window types
sliding and hinged door applications

Unit context
Work requires individuals to demonstrate discretion, judgement and problem solving skills in the fabrication and installation process
Work is carried out in accordance with statutory requirements, environment legislation, manual handling procedures and relevant regulations, Australian standards and organisation insurance requirements
OH&S requirements may include legislation, standards, building codes, material safety management systems and local safe operating procedures
Work is generally performed individually, with general supervision and may be part of a production process

Tools and equipment are to include:
assembly benches
drop and up-cut saws
pneumatic and manual presses
stamping and notching tools
copy routers
end millers
crimpers
electric and pneumatic powered drills and screwdrivers
pop rivet guns
fly screen spline rollers
soft rubber mallets
knives
bolt cutters or mechanical shears

Materials are to include but are not limited to:
extruded door framing
corner stakes
interlocks
fly mesh
security mesh
fittings and fixing/fasteners and anti jemmy protection hardware

Fittings include:
hinges
wheels
lock mechanisms that comply with Australian standards
door closures and lock guards

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 the fabrication and installation of insect screens and security doors and windows

Equipment or tool 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

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
Plan the fabrication and installation of insect and security screens
Interpret work order/job instruction and locate and apply relevant information to fabricate and install insect and security screens
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, equipment and products
maintain required production output and product quality

To complete a minimum of:

measure for insect and security windows and doors
identify and select product materials used within the industry/workplace
fabricate frame and components including optimisation of materials, cutting, tooling, drilling and crimping to ensure compliance to Australian Standards
identify, select and install component hardware including wheels, hinges, guides, locks and closures
assemble frames including mesh and grills to comply with Australian Standard requirements
apply fixing techniques and procedures relating to the correct installation of insect and security screens, doors and window grills
apply current Australian Standards and type testing procedures
calculate cost of insect and security screens and doors
Work effectively with others
Modify activities to cater for variations in workplace contexts and environment.

Underpinning Knowledge
Workflow in relation to the fabrication and installation of insect and security screens
Characteristics of materials used and uses of products produced
Workplace safety system requirements related to fabricating and installing insect and security screens
Identification of equipment, processes and procedures
Relevant Australian Standards

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 limited workplace technology related to the fabrication and installation of insect and security screens

Resource Implications
Aluminium framing material, aluminium security grill material, aluminium sheeting, insect screen mesh, fittings, fixing/fasteners, workplace operating procedures, personal protective equipment and an appropriate work area.

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
(1)

Using mathematical ideas and techniques
(1)

Solving problems
(2)

Using technology
(1)