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Set up and operate glass laminating equipment

Set up and operate glass laminating equipment

Unit of competency
National Code
MSFGG3010
State Code
WI492
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
10/12/2013
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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
60
Description
This unit of competency covers setting up, monitoring and operating glass laminating equipment, including operator maintenance.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Prepare for work
  • 1.1 Work requirements from work instructions are determined
  • 1.2 Work health and safety (WHS) requirements relevant to operating glass laminating equipment, including personal protective equipment, are observed throughout the work
  • 1.3 Work sequence is planned in a logical order to suit the job and workplace procedures
  • 1.4 Tools, equipment and materials are selected and checked prior to use to ensure they are appropriate for the work, of the required quality, serviceable and in a safe condition
  • 1.5 Machines, cutting tools and jigs are identified and checked for safe and effective operation, including emergency stops, gauges, guards and controls
  • 1.6 Procedures for checking the quality of materials and items produced, rating system compliance, working condition of equipment and quality requirements for each stage of the laminating process are identified
  • 1.7 Communication with others involved with the work is established and maintained to ensure efficient work flow coordination, personnel cooperation and safety throughout the work
2 Set up equipment
  • 2.1 Machine settings and adjustments are made in accordance with job requirements and machine and tool manufacturer instructions
  • 2.2 Trial runs are conducted to check machine operation, accuracy and quality of finished work, and any necessary adjustments made to machine settings
3 Conduct glass laminating operations
  • 3.1 Glass to be laminated is prepared for the process in accordance with workplace procedures or industry practice
  • 3.2 Start-up and shutdown procedures for equipment used in the laminating process are completed in accordance with manufacturer instructions or workplace procedures
  • 3.3 Glass flopping and washing procedures are conducted in accordance with manufacturer instructions or workplace procedures
  • 3.4 White room procedures are conducted in accordance with manufacturer instructions or workplace procedures
  • 3.5 White room hoist is operated in accordance with manufacturer instructions or workplace procedures
  • 3.6 Pre-press oven and glass stacker are operated in accordance with manufacturer instructions or workplace procedures to recognised industry standards
  • 3.7 Air lifter is operated in accordance with manufacturer instructions or workplace procedures
  • 3.8 Autoclave is loaded, operated and unloaded in accordance with manufacturer instructions or workplace procedures
  • 3.9 Cutting table is operated to cut glass to required size (if applicable) in accordance with manufacturer instructions or workplace procedures
  • 3.10 Straight line linear machine is operated in accordance with manufacturer instructions or workplace procedures
4 Complete work and maintain equipment
  • 4.1 Product is inspected for quality of work and items which do not meet quality requirements discarded or returned for reprocessing in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 4.2 Completed work is placed in holding area in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 4.3 Work area is cleaned and rubbish disposed of, as appropriate
  • 4.4 Equipment is cleaned and inspected for serviceability in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 4.5 Unserviceable equipment is tagged and faults identified in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 4.6 Equipment and tooling is maintained in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 4.7 Tools, equipment and unused materials are removed and stored appropriately
  • 4.8 Workplace documentation is completed in accordance with workplace requirements
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
S7826 LMFGG3009C Set up and operate glass laminating equipment Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OAJ17 MSFGG3026 Laminate glass Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
J732 MSF30413 Certificate III in Glass and Glazing Qualification