Elements and Performance Criteria

RANGE STATEMENT
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
Unit context
Work requires individuals to demonstrate discretion, judgement and problem solving skills in the fabrication and installation process
Work is carried out in accordance with statutory requirements, environment legislation, manual handling procedures and relevant regulations, Australian standards and organisation insurance requirements
OHS 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
Insect and security screens may include:
fixed
sliding and emergency exit grills to suit various commercial and domestic window types
sliding and hinged door applications
Tools and equipment are to include:
assembly benches
drop and up-cut saws
pneumatic and manual presses
stamping and notching tools
copy routers
end millers
crimpers
electric and pneumatic powered drills and screwdrivers
pop rivet guns
fly screen spline rollers
soft rubber mallets
knives
bolt cutters or mechanical shears
Materials are to include but are not limited to:
extruded door framing
corner stakes
interlocks
fly mesh
security mesh
fittings and fixing/fasteners and anti jemmy protection hardware
Fittings include:
hinges
wheels
lock mechanisms that comply with Australian standards
door closures and lock guards
Personal protective equipment
Personal protective equipment is to include that prescribed under legislation, regulation and Australian Standard policies and practices. It may include:
gauntlets
gloves
safety glasses
safety footwear
hard hats
aprons and overalls
Information and procedures
Workplace procedures relating to the fabrication and installation of insect screens and security doors and windows
Equipment or tool manufacturers' specifications and operational procedures
Work instructions, including job sheets, plans, drawings and designs
Safety standards include personal protective equipment, OHS regulations and enterprise requirements
Australian Standards

EVIDENCE GUIDE
The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.

Critical aspects of evidence
Plan the fabrication and installation of insect and security screens
Interpret work order/job instruction and locate and apply relevant information to fabricate and install insect and security screens
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 goods, equipment and products
maintain required production output and product quality
As a minimum, demonstrate the ability to:
measure for insect and security windows and doors
identify and select product materials used within the industry/workplace
fabricate frame and components, including optimisation of materials, cutting, tooling, drilling and crimping to ensure compliance to Australian Standards
identify, select and install component hardware including wheels, hinges, guides, locks and closures
assemble frames including mesh and grills to comply with Australian Standard requirements
apply fixing techniques and procedures relating to the correct installation of insect and security screens, doors and window grills
apply current Australian Standards and type testing procedures
calculate cost of insect and security screens and doors
Work effectively with others
Modify activities to cater for variations in workplace contexts and environment.

Resource implications
Aluminium framing material, aluminium security grill material, aluminium sheeting, insect screen mesh, fittings, fixing/fasteners, workplace operating procedures, 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 fabrication and installation equipment, materials, work instructions and deadlines.