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Operate glass finishing equipment

Operate glass finishing equipment

Unit of competency
National Code
PMC552048
State Code
BAH48
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
22/06/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
05/08/2016
Field of Education
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
05/08/2016
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit of competency covers the skills and knowledge required to operate glass finishing equipment and ancillary equipment that is integral to the process. It applies to large production contexts and smaller craft contexts. It applies to finishing processes for any glass product, for example:flat glassinsulation, glass wool insulation, laminated blankets, roll and boardsfibreglass and glass filamentspackaging, bottles and jarslaminated/toughened glassautomotive glass.This unit of competency applies to operators who are required to set up, operate, monitor and adjust the equipment; undertake changeovers and identify and rectify routine problems.This unit of competency applies to an individual working alone or as part of a team or group and working in liaison with other shift team members, team leader and supervisor, as appropriate. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Prepare the glass finishing equipment for production
  • 1.1 Set up line/equipment in accordance with job specifications
  • 1.2 Transfer glass to conveyor
  • 1.3 Conduct pre-start-up procedures and visual checks according to enterprise procedure checklist
  • 1.4 Set up and configure finishing equipment/materials to ensure start-up function complies with standard operating procedures
  • 1.5 Load and separate glass in accordance with work instructions
2 Operate glass finishing equipment
  • 2.1 Identify customer requirements and set minimum parameters in accordance with enterprise standards
  • 2.2 Start up equipment in accordance with work instructions
  • 2.3 Ensure glass finishing equipment is operated in accordance with established enterprise procedures/work instructions
3 Monitor and record glass finishing equipment operation
  • 3.1 Monitor equipment performance in accordance with work instructions and manufacturer specifications
  • 3.2 Monitor product for non-conformance to customer specifications
  • 3.3 Adjust and control equipment/material to ensure correct product quality in accordance with company requirements
  • 3.4 Complete final inspection checks according to enterprise standards
  • 3.5 Complete appropriate records and logs according to enterprise standards
4 Rectify routine problems
  • 4.1 Identify the range of faults that can occur during the operation
  • 4.2 Determine and rectify fault causes in accordance with procedures
  • 4.3 Identify and rectify equipment failure causes in accordance with procedures
  • 4.4 Make sure appropriate records and log books of equipment operations are maintained to meet procedures
  • 4.5 Identify non-routine problems and report to designated person
5 Shut down equipment
  • 5.1 Ensure line/equipment is clear of all product and left in a safe manner for shutdown
  • 5.2 Shut down equipment in accordance with work instructions
  • 5.3 Complete appropriate records and logs
  • 5.4 Shut down equipment in an emergency situation
6 Control hazards
  • 6.1 Identify hazards from the job to be done
  • 6.2 Identify other hazards in the work area
  • 6.3 Assess the risks arising from those hazards
  • 6.4 Implement measures to control those risks in line with procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WA934 PMC552048C Operate glass finishing equipment Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OAF72 MSMPMC312 Operate glass finishing equipment Unit of competency