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Perform workshop skills and place orders

Perform workshop skills and place orders

Unit of competency
National Code
HLTOPD407B
State Code
D8391
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
25/03/2011
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
01/08/2011
Field of Education
060903 - Optical Technology
Original Release Date
01/08/2011
Nominal Hours
110
Description
DescriptorThis unit of competency describes the knowledge of edging and fitting of spectacle lenses and specialised techniques, treatments and processes to finish and/or repair spectacle frames and lensesIt includes skills in dispensing the best form lenses and ordering from laboratories
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for dispensing of optical appliances
  • 1.1 Access required information and prescriptions
  • 1.2 Prepare the environment
  • 1.3 Check equipment and instruments to be used
  • 1.4 Use personal protective equipment if required
2. Operate focimeter and conduct final checking procedures
  • 2.1 Determine any axis or centring error and apply Australian Standards tolerances.
  • 2.2 Check the spectacles on the focimeter to identify and verify powers, axes and centration
  • 2.3 Check lens surface for scratching and aberrations
  • 2.4 Adjust the frame to standard alignment
  • 2.5 Check metal framed spectacles for strain
  • 2.6 Clean spectacles
  • 2.7 Clean equipment and attachments in accordance with manufacturer's requirements and infection control procedures
  • 2.8 Undertake regular maintenance procedures on equipment in accordance with manufacturer's requirements and infection control procedures
  • 2.9 Store equipment and attachments in accordance with manufacturer's requirements and organisation policies and procedures
3. Place orders for optical appliances
  • 3.1 Place orders for the edging of spectacle lenses
  • 3.2 Order lenses fitted to both plastic and metal frames
  • 3.3 Order special hand-edging to modify lenses for change-overs and centring corrections
  • 3.4 Order lenses to be edged, grooved and mounted to nyl-tag frames
  • 3.5 Order lenses to be edged, drilled and mounted to rimless frames
  • 3.6 Order tinted lenses to required standards
4. Perform frame adjustments and repairs
  • 4.1 Repair and modify spectacle frames
  • 4.2 Perform standard alignment of frames
5. Utilise computer technology
  • 5.1 Select appropriate technology and software applications to achieve the requirements of the task
  • 5.2 Adjust workspace, furniture and equipment to suit the ergonomic requirements of the user
  • 5.3 Use technology according to organisation requirements and in a way which promotes a safe work environment
  • 5.4 Carry out or arrange routine maintenance in order to ensure that equipment is maintained in accordance with manufacturer's instructions and organisation requirements
  • 5.5 Identify equipment faults and take action in accordance with manufacturer's instructions or by reporting fault to designated person
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
C9395 HLTOPD407A Perform workshop skills and place orders Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
WD233 HLTOPD407C Perform workshop skills and place orders Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
D079 HLT43507 Certificate IV in Optical Dispensing Qualification