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Perform laser measurement and levelling for glass windows and doors in buildings

Perform laser measurement and levelling for glass windows and doors in buildings

Unit of competency
National Code
MSFGG4012
State Code
OAI98
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
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
20
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to plan for work, take accurate measurements, make alignment calculations and complete the levelling and alignment of glass windows and doors prior to installation.This unit applies to individuals in glass and glazing enterprises who perform specialist or leadership functions.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 glass laser measurement and levelling
  • 1.1 Determine task requirements through review of documentation and inspection of windows and doors to be installed
  • 1.2 Select laser levelling equipment suitable for the installation and set up to manufacturer recommendations
  • 1.3 Plan levelling in detail including sequencing, and prioritise tasks and system requirements
  • 1.4 Identify and mitigate potential site hazards for personnel and property and/or select control measures in accordance with the work plan
2. Use laser devices to make measurements
  • 2.1 Take accurate measurements using laser levelling devices, and correctly interpret and record in accordance with standard operating procedures
  • 2.2 Locate or set up datum point from measurements
  • 2.3 Take readings to datum and at nominated or selected stations, to project specifications
3. Perform levelling
  • 3.1 Make levelling realignment calculations using correct and appropriate methods for the installation levelling and/or alignment application
  • 3.2 Level and align glass window and door components to specifications using correct and appropriate techniques, and make adjustments to ensure compliance with manufacturer specifications and the work plan
  • 3.3 Temporarily fix glass components in the assigned installation positions prior to final measurement
  • 3.4 Undertake final level and alignment inspections, make any adjustments and fix glass components to the building using appropriate fasteners
4. Complete work
  • 4.1 Close down levelling equipment and notify appropriate personnel of completed installation in accordance with workplace requirements
  • 4.2 Clear, clean, restore and secure work area of waste, in accordance with site and/or workplace procedures
  • 4.3 Maintain plant, tools and equipment and store in accordance with site and/or workplace procedures
  • 4.4 Finalise and document completion details in accordance with workplace procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WI507 MSFGG4004 Perform laser measurement and levelling for glass windows and doors in buildings Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OEY38 MSFGG4020 Perform laser measurement and levelling of glass windows and doors Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BEC6 MSF40418 Certificate IV in Glass and Glazing Qualification