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Prepare and install mirrors and glass splashbacks

Prepare and install mirrors and glass splashbacks

Unit of competency
National Code
MSFGG3021
State Code
WI503
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
19/06/2014
Field of Education
040323 - Glazing
Original Release Date
19/06/2014
Nominal Hours
36
Description
This unit of competency covers measuring, preparing, fabricating and installing mirrors and glass splashbacks in residential and commercial locations.Licensing, legislative or certification requirements may apply to this unit and relevant state/territory and local government agencies should be consulted to determine any necessary certification or licensing for undertaking glass and glazing work. Access to construction sites requires certification of general induction training specified by the National Code of Practice for Induction for Construction Work (ASCC 2007).
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Identify and plan work requirements
  • 1.1 Work requirements in the form of type, pattern/plan and quantity of mirrors or glass splashbacks to be prepared and installed are identified from work instructions
  • 1.2 Work health and safety (WHS) requirements for fabrication and installation of mirrors and glass splashbacks, including personal protective equipment, are observed throughout the work
  • 1.3 Work sequence is planned in a logical order to suit the job and workplace procedures
  • 1.4 Quantities of materials required are calculated from plans or work instructions or by measuring the installation site
  • 1.5 Fixing and joining devices or materials are selected in accordance with specifications or type of materials to be joined and the surface on which the mirror or splashback is to be installed
  • 1.6 Tools and equipment suitable to the work method are identified
2 Prepare for work
  • 2.1 Compatible materials, fixings, fasteners, tools and equipment needed to complete the work are selected and checked prior to use to ensure they are appropriate for the work, serviceable and in a safe condition
  • 2.2 Components of the mirror or splashback are checked against specifications or job order for size, quantity, finish and profile
3 Fabricate and install mirrors and glass splashbacks
  • 3.1 Frame, if required, is fabricated in accordance with workplace procedures or industry practice
  • 3.2 Mirror or splashback glass is cut to size in accordance with workplace procedures and industry practice
  • 3.3 Mirror or splashback is edge worked, if required, in accordance with workplace procedures or industry practice
  • 3.4 Holes, where required, are drilled in frame, mirror or splashback in accordance with the plan, workplace procedures and industry practice
  • 3.5 Glass splashbacks are finished according to customer specifications
  • 3.6 Mirror or splashback is installed using appropriate fixing method in accordance with workplace procedures and industry practice
4 Complete work
  • 4.1 Installed mirror or splashback is inspected for quality of work and repaired, re-fabricated or reinstalled, as required, in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 4.2 Waste, unused and scrap material are removed for disposal or recycling, as required
  • 4.3 Work area is cleaned and rubbish disposed of, as appropriate
  • 4.4 Tools, equipment and unused materials are removed and stored appropriately according to workplace requirements
  • 4.5 Workplace documentation is completed in accordance with workplace procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
S7837 LMFGG3021A Prepare and install mirrors and glass splashbacks Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OAJ09 MSFGG3035 Install mirrors and glass splashbacks Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
J732 MSF30413 Certificate III in Glass and Glazing Qualification