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Set up and operate glass toughening equipment

Set up and operate glass toughening equipment

Unit of competency
National Code
MSFGG3011
State Code
WI493
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
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
19/06/2014
Nominal Hours
60
Description
This unit of competency covers setting up and operating glass toughening equipment, including operator maintenance of plant and equipment.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Prepare for work
  • 1.1 Work requirements are determined from work instructions
  • 1.2 Work health and safety (WHS) requirements relevant to operating glass toughening equipment, 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 Tools, equipment and materials are selected and checked prior to use to ensure they are appropriate for the work, of the required quality, serviceable and in a safe condition
  • 1.5 Machines are identified and checked for safe and effective operation, including emergency stops, gauges, guards and controls
  • 1.6 Procedures for checking the quality of materials and items produced, working condition of equipment, and quality requirements for each stage of the toughening process are identified
  • 1.7 Communication with others involved with the work is established and maintained to ensure efficient work flow coordination, personnel cooperation and safety throughout the work
2 Set up equipment
  • 2.1 Machine settings and adjustments are made in accordance with job requirements and machine and tool manufacturer instructions
  • 2.2 Trial runs are conducted to check machine operation, accuracy and quality of finished work and any necessary adjustments made to machine settings
3 Conduct glass toughening operations
  • 3.1 Glass to be toughened is prepared for process in accordance with workplace procedures or industry practice
  • 3.2 Glass to be toughened is positioned on furnace load table and stamped with product identification in accordance with workplace procedures or industry practice
  • 3.3 Glass is loaded into furnace in accordance with manufacturer instructions and workplace procedures
  • 3.4 Correct furnace pre-start, start-up and set-up procedures are completed in accordance with manufacturer instructions and workplace procedures
  • 3.5 Furnace operation is monitored and adjustments made, as required, in accordance with manufacturer instructions or workplace procedures
  • 3.6 Problems occurring during work operations are identified and reported to appropriate persons
  • 3.7 Correct furnace shutdown and end of shift procedures are followed in accordance with manufacturer instructions and workplace procedures
  • 3.8 Glass is unloaded from furnace in accordance with manufacturer instructions and workplace procedures
4 Complete work and maintain equipment
  • 4.1 Product is inspected for quality of work and items which do not meet quality requirements discarded or returned for reprocessing in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 4.2 Completed work is placed in holding area in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 4.3 Work area is cleaned and rubbish disposed of, as appropriate
  • 4.4 Equipment is cleaned and inspected for serviceability, unserviceable equipment tagged, and faults identified and reported in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 4.5 Equipment is maintained in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 4.6 Tools, equipment and unused materials are removed and stored appropriately
  • 4.7 Workplace documentation is completed in accordance with workplace requirements
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
S7827 LMFGG3010C Set up and operate glass toughening equipment Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OAJ16 MSFGG3027 Toughen glass Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
J732 MSF30413 Certificate III in Glass and Glazing Qualification