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Toughen glass

Toughen glass

Unit of competency
National Code
MSFGG3027
State Code
OAJ16
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
03/12/2018
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
22/05/2019
Field of Education
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
22/05/2019
Nominal Hours
60
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to set up, operate, monitor and maintain glass toughening equipment.This unit applies to glass processing workers toughening glass in accordance with pre-determined work orders.No licensing or certification requirements exist at the time of publication. Relevant legislation, industry standards and codes of practice within Australia must be applied.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for work
  • 1.1 Read work instructions and identify job and quality requirements
  • 1.2 Identify and follow work health and safety requirements, using all required personal protective equipment
  • 1.3 Identify quality procedures for each stage of the process
  • 1.4 Plan work sequence in a logical order to suit the job and workplace procedures
  • 1.5 Establish and maintain communication with others involved with the work to ensure efficient work flow coordination, personnel cooperation and safety
2. Set up equipment
  • 2.1 Complete pre-operational equipment checks in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 2.2 Confirm machine operation through quality checks on first production of finished items
  • 2.3 Make adjustments to settings and parameters based on initial quality checks
3. Conduct glass toughening operations
  • 3.1 Prepare glass to be toughened for process in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 3.2 Position glass to be toughened on furnace load table and stamp with product identification in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 3.3 Load glass into furnace in accordance with manufacturer instructions and workplace procedures
  • 3.4 Monitor furnace operation and make adjustments, as required, in accordance with manufacturer instructions or workplace procedures
  • 3.5 Identify and report problems occurring during work operations to appropriate persons
  • 3.6 Follow correct furnace shutdown and end of shift procedures in accordance with manufacturer instructions and workplace procedures
4. Complete work and maintain equipment
  • 4.1 Inspect completed product for compliance with quality and work order requirements and accept or reject in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 4.2 Place completed work in holding area in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 4.3 Unload glass from furnace in accordance with manufacturer instructions and workplace procedures
  • 4.4 Clean work area and safely dispose of rubbish
  • 4.5 Inspect, maintain and tag equipment in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 4.6 Remove and store tools, equipment and unused materials in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 4.7 Accurately complete required workplace documentation
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WI493 MSFGG3011 Set up and operate glass toughening equipment Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BHR1 MSF30422 Certificate III in Glass and Glazing Qualification
BEC9 MSF30418 Certificate III in Glass and Glazing Qualification