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Install side vehicle windows

Install side vehicle windows

Unit of competency
National Code
AURVTG011
State Code
AWZ98
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
14/04/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
13/07/2016
Field of Education
040323 - Glazing
Original Release Date
13/07/2016
Nominal Hours
30
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes required to fabricate templates for vehicle side windows, mark and cut panels, prepare cut edges, cut glass or perspex, and install the side windows. It involves preparing for the task, selecting and using specialist tools and equipment, selecting materials, checking material quality, sealing and installing side windows according to manufacturer specifications, cleaning and finishing the windows, and completing workplace processes and documentation.It applies to those working in the automotive glazing service and repair industry.No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare to install side window
  • 1.1 Job requirements are determined from workplace instructions
  • 1.2 Information is accessed and interpreted from manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures, and sealant safety data sheets (SDS)
  • 1.3 Work is planned to minimise waste and use time efficiently
  • 1.4 Vehicle is inspected to ensure there is no prior damage and that all related accessories are operating correctly
  • 1.5 Materials required to install side window are selected and checked for quality
  • 1.6 Hazards associated with the work are identified and risks are managed
  • 1.7 Tools and equipment for making opening and installing side window are selected and checked for serviceability
  • 1.8 Vehicle is protected and safely located according to workplace procedures
2. Fabricate templates
  • 2.1 Accurate measurements of shape and size of side window are taken in order to prepare templates
  • 2.2 Suitable materials and equipment are used to fabricate templates
  • 2.3 Templates are completed according to workplace procedures and without causing damage to vehicle or components
3. Mark out and cut panel for side window
  • 3.1 Template is used to mark out areas on vehicle to be cut
  • 3.2 Window opening is cut in panel using approved methods and equipment according to workplace procedures and safety and environmental requirements
  • 3.3 Panel edges and trim are prepared for installation of side window
  • 3.4 Panels and trim are reinforced as required to comply with vehicle manufacturer specifications and without causing damage to vehicle or components
4. Install side window
  • 4.1 Material to be installed in vehicle side opening is selected and prepared
  • 4.2 Side window is installed to manufacturer specifications using either rubber or direct glazing according to safety and environmental requirements
  • 4.3 Window in panel opening is secured using approved materials
5. Complete work processes
  • 5.1 Final inspection is made to ensure work meets workplace expectations, related accessories are operating correctly, customer is informed of time to wait before driving vehicle, and vehicle is presented ready for use
  • 5.2 Work area is cleaned, waste and non-recyclable materials are disposed of, and recyclable material is collected and stored
  • 5.3 Tools and equipment are checked, reported if faulty, and stored according to workplace procedures
  • 5.4 Workplace documentation is processed according to workplace procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WF480 AURVTG3011 Install side windows Unit of competency