Unit of competency Outline

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Undertake planning and coordination for commercial glazing installation operations

Undertake planning and coordination for commercial glazing installation operations

Unit of competency
National Code
MSFGG4008
State Code
WI511
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
20/06/2014
Field of Education
080301 - Business Management
Original Release Date
20/06/2014
Nominal Hours
180
Description
This unit of competency covers planning and scheduling commercial glazing installation resources, coordinating on-site communications and work ensuring compliance with building codes and standards and glass product quality control. State and territory legislation should be checked for any required licensing or permits and a construction site supervisor’s safety certificate is essential.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Interpret installation contract documentation to identify operational requirements
  • 1.1 Contract documentation is reviewed to identify all aspects of installation requirements, use of plant and equipment or penalties, variations and costs
  • 1.2 Principal contractors and architects/engineers for the construction project are consulted to confirm glass installation specifications and timing
  • 1.3 Subcontractors necessary to complete the installation are determined, where necessary
  • 1.4 Availability of installation plant and equipment is assessed and confirmed from organisational supplies or other suppliers
  • 1.5 Site access requirements and limitations are identified, including any necessary permits to facilitate entry
  • 1.6 Documentation for authorities controlling construction work is accessed and glass installation dates confirmed
  • 1.7 Procedures for controlling and recording site deliveries are determined and recorded
  • 1.8 On-site labour requirements are determined and documented
2 Plan installation operations and prepare a project schedule
  • 2.1 Installation glass and on-site plant and equipment are scheduled and confirmed
  • 2.2 Installation operations are sequenced and operational details entered into a manual or computer-based project schedule
  • 2.3 Critical path of the installation is defined and revised, as required
  • 2.4 Project timeframes are adjusted to account for other construction activity scheduling
  • 2.5 Installation site and safety plans are developed for coordinating with other building trades and contractors
  • 2.6 Necessary permits for the installation are obtained
3 Coordinate delivery of glass, installation plant and on-site human resources
  • 3.1 On-site plant delivery and placement is checked and supervised
  • 3.2 On-site human resource requirements are managed
  • 3.3 Construction work supervisor and other trades are identified and engaged in meetings and day-to-day contact to coordinate installation activity
4 Coordinate on-site installation operations
  • 4.1 On-site communication is maintained, including communications with clients, contractors, inspectors and suppliers
  • 4.2 Installation work is coordinated to ensure quality outcomes and a safe working environment
  • 4.3 Subcontracted plant operators are supervised
  • 4.4 Site reports of specific supervisory inspections are prepared with any variation requests or requirements communicated to the appropriate person
  • 4.5 Administrative processes are conducted with reference to relevant regulatory and organisational requirements
5 Manage compliance with installation quality control procedures
  • 5.1 Site checklists detailing specific items to be inspected at appropriate stages are used and completed
  • 5.2 Industry and organisational quality manuals and procedures are used in managing the quality process with all quality requirements communicated to on-site personnel
  • 5.3 Regulatory inspections of the completed installation are arranged
  • 5.4 Contractual quality standards are met
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Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OAI93 MSFGG4016 Plan and coordinate commercial glazing installations Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
J750 MSF40413 Certificate IV in Glass and Glazing Qualification