Unit of competency Outline

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Cut and handle glazing materials for framing

Cut and handle glazing materials for framing

Unit of competency
National Code
MSFPF2006
State Code
WI585
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
030199 - Manufacturing Engineering And Technology, N.e.c.
Original Release Date
19/06/2014
Nominal Hours
24
Description
This unit of competency covers cutting and handling glazing materials, including acrylic sheet, for picture and mirror frames. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Identify work requirements
  • 1.1 Work requirements, including materials, types of cuts and quantities required, are identified from work instructions or job order in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 1.2 Work health safety (WHS) requirements, including personal protection needs, are observed throughout the work
  • 1.3 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
  • 1.4 Cutting list and quality standards are determined and procedures identified in accordance with workplace requirements
  • 1.5 Glazing material to be cut is selected using information from the work order, including type, thickness, colour and dimensions
  • 1.6 Machines, equipment and settings required to perform the work are identified
2 Prepare for work
  • 2.1 Sequence of work is planned to ensure cutting is conducted in a logical order
  • 2.2 Suitable cutting and lubrication methods are selected
  • 2.3 Cutting table is selected and work surface is cleared of debris and dust
  • 2.4 Work area is cleared of obstructions and potential hazards
  • 2.5 Glazing material is checked for imperfections and damage prior to handling
  • 2.6 Glazing material to be processed is located in the work area using correct manual handling procedures and any specialised handling techniques and precautions, observing any labelling instructions
  • 2.7 Glazing material is measured accurately to minimise waste and within specified tolerances according to workplace standards
  • 2.8 Components and controls of machines, including emergency stops and guards, are identified and tested for working order
3 Cut glazing materials
  • 3.1 Tools and equipment are operated and monitored in accordance with manufacturer instructions and workplace procedures to ensure correct product quality and output
  • 3.2 Glazing material is processed to required standard in accordance with job order, work instructions and procedures, including the performance of routine lubrication and adjustments of machines/equipment
  • 3.3 Problems occurring during work operations are identified and reported to appropriate persons
  • 3.4 Authorised changes in working procedures are followed
4 Complete work
  • 4.1 Completed product is inspected for quality of work and repaired, reprocessed or discarded in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 4.2 Cut glazing material is labelled and stored following workplace procedures
  • 4.3 Scraps and off-cuts are removed for disposal/recycling as required
  • 4.4 Work area is cleaned and rubbish disposed of as appropriate
  • 4.5 Workplace documentation is completed as required
  • 4.6 Tools, equipment and unused materials are removed and stored appropriately
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
W8726 LMFPF2006B Cut and handle glazing materials for framing Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OAI43 MSFPF2013 Cut and handle glazing materials for framing Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
J725 MSF20113 Certificate II in Furnishing Qualification
J733 MSF30513 Certificate III in Picture Framing Qualification