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:

Insulated glass units (IGU)
Insulated glass units are two sheets of glass that are separated by a spacer, sealed to form an airtight unit

Unit context
This unit covers work involving the set up, operation and monitoring of insulated glass unit manufacturing equipment, including quality testing of IGU
Work requires individuals to demonstrate discretion, judgement and problem solving skills in the set up and operation of insulating glass unit manufacturing machines
Work is carried out in accordance with statutory requirements, environment legislation, manual handling procedures and relevant regulations 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:
cutting equipment (saws, etc.)
spacer preparation equipment (appropriate size)
sieve machine & desiccant equipment
primary seal equipment
secondary seal equipment
basic hand tools (screwdriver, scraper, etc.)
mechanical handling equipment

Materials are to include but are not limited to:
customer requirements for glass (annealed
toughened or laminated)
corner keys for spacers
appropriate primary (polyisobutylene) and secondary sealant (polysulphide) and separation paper

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
hearing protection and overalls

Information and procedures
Workplace procedures relating to the setting up and operation of insulated glass unit manufacturing machinery

Machine manufacturers' specifications and operational procedures

Workplace procedures relating to the handling and movement of glass

Work instructions including job sheets, cutting lists, plans, drawings and designs

Safety standards include personal protective equipment, OH&S regulations and enterprise requirements

Australian Standards:

AS1288 Glass in buildings, selection and installation.

AS2208 Safety glazing materials in buildings

AS4666 Insulating glass units

AS4667 Quality requirements for cut to size and processed glass

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
Interpret work order/job instruction and locate and apply relevant information to the operation of insulated glass unit manufacturing equipment
Plan the conduct of insulated glass unit manufacturing operations
Set up, operate and monitor insulated glass unit (IGU) manufacturing equipment and the quality testing of IGU
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: prepare, set up, manufacture and conduct the appropriate quality testing of five differing IGU patterns to the capacity of the IGU machine
Work effectively with others
Modify activities to cater for variations in workplace contexts and environment

Underpinning Knowledge
Procedures for the set up, operation and operator maintenance of insulated glass unit manufacturing equipment
Workflow relating to the operation of insulated glass unit manufacturing equipment
Characteristics of materials used and uses of products produced in the insulated glass unit manufacturing process
Workplace procedures for the reporting of material, product or equipment faults
Workplace safety system requirements related to the operation of insulated glass unit manufacturing equipment

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 handling and processing and assemble required materials
Solve problems. Use pre-checking and inspection techniques to plan work, avoiding reworking and wastage
Use of technology. Use the workplace technology related to the operation of insulated glass unit manufacturing equipment

Resource Implications
Insulated glass unit manufacturing equipment, workplace operating procedures, unprocessed materials, 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 insulated glass unit manufacturing 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
(2)

Using mathematical ideas and techniques
(1)

Solving problems
(1)

Using technology
(1)