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Fabricate and install insect and security screens

Fabricate and install insect and security screens

Unit of competency
National Code
MSFGG2017
State Code
ODZ57
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
03/06/2022
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
15/11/2022
Field of Education
030199 - Manufacturing Engineering And Technology, N.e.c.
Original Release Date
15/11/2022
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to measure, fabricate and install insect or security screens for doors or windows using aluminium.No licensing or certification requirements exist at the time of publication. Relevant legislation, industry standards and codes of practice within Australia must be applied.
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Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Plan for work
  • 1.1 Determine specifications of insect or security screen from work instructions, including the identification of its pattern or plan
  • 1.2 Identify and apply work health and safety requirements relevant to fabrication and installation of aluminium screens, including personal protective equipment
  • 1.3 Identify fabrication and installation processes to meet specifications
  • 1.4 Calculate quantities of materials required from plans, work instructions and measurement of screen opening in accordance with Australian Standards and industry practice
  • 1.5 Prepare cutting lists from plans, work instructions and measurements of opening to meet specifications and minimise waste
  • 1.6 Select fittings, fixings and joining devices or materials in accordance with specifications or type of materials to be joined or fixed
2 Prepare for work
  • 2.1 Determine logical work sequence to suit the work and workplace procedures
  • 2.2 Assemble tools, equipment and materials and check they are appropriate for the work, serviceable and in a safe condition
  • 2.3 Check size, quantity, finish and profile of components against specifications
3 Fabricate and install insect or security screen
  • 3.1 Measure and mark materials to cutting list requirements and to achieve most economical use of materials
  • 3.2 Cut and stamp materials to cutting list requirements and in accordance with workplace procedures or industry practice
  • 3.3 Assemble components of insect or security screen in accordance with workplace procedures or industry practice
  • 3.4 Attach fittings to screen in accordance with workplace procedures or industry practice
  • 3.5 Install insect or security screen in opening in accordance with recognised industry standards
4 Complete work
  • 4.1 Inspect installed insect or security screen to identify any quality defects
  • 4.2 Repair, refabricate or reinstall insect or security screen to rectify defects
  • 4.3 Collect and store any material which can be reused
  • 4.4 Remove waste and scrap materials and process for disposal or recycling in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 4.5 Clean work area and dispose of rubbish
  • 4.6 Clean and store tools, equipment and unused material in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 4.7 Complete workplace documentation in accordance with workplace procedures
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State Code National Code Title Type
BHR1 MSF30422 Certificate III in Glass and Glazing Qualification