Unit of competency Outline

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Clean glass surfaces

Clean glass surfaces

Unit of competency
National Code
CPPCLO3105
State Code
ODO61
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
19/12/2022
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
28/01/2022
Field of Education
039909 - Cleaning
Original Release Date
28/01/2022
Nominal Hours
10
Description
This unit specifies the skills and knowledge required to assess the glass surface to be cleaned, identify the type of soil present, and then select the appropriate cleaning methods, equipment and cleaning agents. Glass surfaces are cleaned using standard and extension equipment if height access is required. This unit applies to cleaning industry personnel who work alone or in teams in commercial and domestic sites. They use a range of cognitive, technical and communication skills to select and apply a range of methods, tools, materials and information to complete routine cleaning activities and provide solutions to predictable and sometimes unpredictable problems. All work must be carried out in accordance with relevant state/territory legislation and regulations, including work health and safety (WHS), and codes of practice as well as organisational procedures.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Plan and prepare to clean glass surfaces.
  • 1.1 Identify cleaning requirements and worksite access and security procedures and, if needed, clarify issues with supervisor, team member or client.
  • 1.2 Select, check for fit and serviceability, and use personal protective equipment (PPE) according to WHS and job requirements.
  • 1.3 Identify site hazards and risks, position safety signage and barriers according to WHS and job requirements.
  • 1.4 Move and protect items, as required, to permit access and prevent damage according to WHS and job requirements.
  • 1.5 Check and document pre-existing damage to surfaces according to organisational requirements.
  • 1.6 Confirm glass features and soil type to determine the appropriate equipment and cleaning agents and confirm requirements for safe use according to manufacturer instructions.
  • 1.7 Select and prepare the appropriate equipment and cleaning agents and determine sequence of tasks according to WHS and job requirements.
2 Clean glass.
  • 2.1 Spot clean by carefully removing soil from glass surface, as required, using appropriate methods.
  • 2.2 Wash and remove excess moisture using equipment and cleaning agents according to manufacturer recommendations, WHS and job requirements.
  • 2.3 Wipe surrounding surfaces to remove soil and waste according to job requirements.
3 Complete work activities.
  • 3.1 Tidy work area, remove safety signage, barriers and protective covers and dispose of soil and waste in accordance with WHS and environmental requirements.
  • 3.2 Safely clean and/or dispose of PPE as required by organisational standards.
  • 3.3 Check cleaning equipment for faults, wear or damage and report in accordance with organisational requirements.
  • 3.4 Record site cleaning and store cleaning equipment and materials in accordance with organisational requirements.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AXF56 CPPCLO3009 Clean glass surfaces Unit of competency