Elements and Performance Criteria

The Range Statement provides advice to interpret the scope and context of this unit of competency, allowing for differences between enterprises and workplaces. It relates to the unit as a whole and facilitates holistic assessment. The following variables may be present for this particular unit:

Glass
Glass may be annealed or laminated

Unit context

OH&S requirements may include legislation, standards, building codes, material safety management systems and local safe operating procedures

Work is carried out in accordance with statutory requirements, environment legislation, manual handling procedures and relevant regulations and organisation insurance requirements
Work requires individuals to demonstrate discretion, judgement and problem solving skills in the planning, setting up and freefalling of glass from a rack to a table

Work may be performed in workplaces which are involved in the manufacture, processing and/or installation of sheet glass

Work is generally performed individually, with general supervision and may be part of a production process

Tools and equipment are to include:
storage rack
drop bench
glass handling equipment and hand tools

Equipment may include:
air flotation and tilt benches with pneumatic breaker bars

Materials are to include but are not limited to:
annealed and laminated glass

Personal protective equipment is to include that prescribed under legislation, regulation and enterprise policies and practices. It may include:
gauntlets
gloves
safety glasses
hard hats
safety footwear
aprons and overalls

Information and procedures

Workplace procedures relating to the use and operation of freefalling equipment

Workplace procedures relating to the handling and movement of glass

Workplace instructions, including job sheets, plans, cutting lists, drawings and designs

Safety standards include personal protective equipment, OH&S regulations and enterprise requirements

Manufacturers' instructions for the use of equipment and materials

The Evidence Guide identifies the critical aspects, knowledge and skills to be demonstrated to confirm competency for this unit. This is an integral part of the assessment of competency and should be read in conjunction with the Range Statement.
Critical Aspects of Evidence
Plan the freefalling of glass using the rack and table operation
Interpret work order/job instruction and locate and apply relevant information to relocate glass using a rack and table
Apply safe handling requirements for equipment, products and materials, including use of personal protective equipment

Follow work instructions, operating procedures and inspection practices to:

minimise the risk of injury to self and others
prevent damage to glass, equipment and products
maintain required production output and product quality
To complete a minimum of-
demonstrate pre-free fall glass inspections and safety procedures
move, position and operate air and tilt drop benches
freefall factory run sizes (FRS) glass up to and including 10 mm thick
freefall 6.38 mm (or greater) laminated glass
Work effectively with others
Modify activities to cater for variations in workplace contexts and environment

Underpinning Knowledge
The qualities and characteristics of glass, including the hazards and handling requirements
The principles and techniques of freefalling glass from a rack to a table
Workplace safety system requirements related to the freefalling of glass
Workflow in relation to freefalling of glass using rack and table

Underpinning Skills
Information. Collect, organise and understand information related to work orders, basic plans, and safety procedures
Communication. Communicate ideas and information to enable confirmation of work requirements and specifications, coordination of work with site supervisor, other workers and customers, and the reporting of work outcomes and problems
Planning. Plan and organise activities including the preparation and layout of the worksite and the obtaining of equipment and materials to avoid any back tracking, workflow interruptions or wastage
Teamwork. Work with others and in a team by recognising dependencies and using cooperative approaches to optimise workflow and productivity
Mathematical ideas and techniques. Use mathematical ideas and techniques to correctly complete measurements, calculate work requirements, optimise glass sizes for economical cutting
Solve problems. Use pre-checking and inspection techniques to plan work, avoiding reworking and wastage
Use of technology. Use the limited workplace technology related to the operation of freefalling rack and table

Resource Implications
Glass freefall rack and table, workplace operating procedures, glass sheets, personal protective equipment and an appropriate work area.

Method of Assessment
Assessment methods must confirm consistency of performance over time and in a range of workplace relevant contexts.
Assessment should be by direct observation of tasks and questioning on underpinning knowledge.
Assessment may be in conjunction with assessment of other relevant units of competency.

Context of Assessment
Assessment may occur on the job or in a workplace simulated facility with relevant freefall rack and table equipment, glass sheet, work instructions and deadlines.

Key Competency Levels
NB:These levels do not relate to the Australian Qualifications Framework. They relate to the seven areas of generic competency that underpin effective workplace practices.
There are three levels available:
Level 1 where work is within set conditions and process
Level 2 where the management or facilitation of conditions or process is exercised; and
Level 3 where the design and/or development of conditions or process is required
Communicating ideas and information
(1)

Collecting analysing and organising information
(1)

Planning and organising activities
(1)

Working with others and in teams
(1)

Using mathematical ideas and techniques
(1)

Solving problems
(1)

Using technology
(1)