Unit of competency Outline
Date retreived
23/07/2026 1:12 AM AWST
23/07/2026 1:12 AM AWST
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Edge and fit optical appliances
Edge and fit optical appliances
Unit of competency
National Code
HLTOPD010
HLTOPD010
State Code
OFH87
OFH87
TGA Status
Current
Current
DTWD Status
Pending
Pending
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
Field of Education
060903 - Optical Technology
Original Release Date
Nominal Hours
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to perform edging and fitting of spectacle lenses and to apply techniques, treatments and processes to finish or repair spectacle frames and lenses.This unit applies to optical dispensers who work according to prescriptions provided by optometrists and ophthalmologists.The skills in this unit must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State/Territory legislation, Australian/New Zealand standards and industry codes of practice.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for edging and fitting
- 1.1 Access and interpret prescription order requirements to identify optical appliance specification
- 1.2 Select edging and fitting equipment, technology and software applications as per task requirements
- 1.3 Adjust workspace, furniture and equipment to control the risk of injury
- 1.4 Check and prepare edging and fitting equipment according to organisational procedures and manufacturer instructions
- 1.5 Select and wear personal protective equipment according to organisational procedures
2. Perform edging and fitting
- 2.1 Use edging and fitting equipment and technology according to manufacturer instructions and organisational requirements
- 2.2 Edge and fit spectacle lenses to full rimmed frames according to Australian/New Zealand standards tolerances
- 2.3 Edge, groove and fit spectacle lenses to nyl-tag frames according to Australian/New Zealand standards tolerances
- 2.4 Edge, drill and mount spectacle lenses to 3-piece rimless frames according to Australian/New Zealand standards tolerances
- 2.5 Tint lenses according to order requirements
- 2.6 Use hand-edging techniques to modify lenses for changeovers and centring corrections
- 2.7 Complete standard alignment of frames to meet required optical appliance specification
3. Conduct final checking procedures
- 3.1 Use telescopic focimeter and digital lensometer to verify spectacle powers, axes and centration
- 3.2 Determine axis and centring errors and verify compliance with Australian/New Zealand standards
- 3.3 Inspect lens surfaces for scratching and aberrations
- 3.4 Adjust frame to standard alignment
- 3.5 Check framed spectacles for strain and make adjustments to comply with Australian/New Zealand standards
- 3.6 Use cleaning products to clean spectacles according to organisational procedures and manufacturer instructions
- 3.7 Clean, maintain and store edging and fitting equipment according to manufacturer instructions and organisational disinfection procedures
- 3.8 Identify equipment faults within scope of own job role and take action according to manufacturer’s instructions
- 3.9 Report equipment faults outside of scope of own job role to designated person according to organisational procedures
- 3.10 Document edging and fitting work performed according to organisational procedures
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Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AVA09 | HLTOPD004 | Edge and fit ophthalmic appliances | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BTR9 | HLT47825 | Certificate IV in Optical Dispensing | Qualification |