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Cut thin glass by hand

Cut thin glass by hand

Unit of competency
National Code
MSFGG2014
State Code
OAJ22
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
03/12/2018
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
22/05/2019
Field of Education
040323 - Glazing
Original Release Date
22/05/2019
Nominal Hours
55
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to cut, shape and apply finishing techniques to annealed glass up to 8 mm thick, and laminated glass up to 8.38 mm thick. This may include mirrors, and work may be for residential or commercial purposes.This unit applies to glass processing workers and glaziers cutting glass in accordance with pre-determined work orders.No licensing or certification requirements exist at the time of publication. Relevant legislation, industry standards and codes of practice within Australia must be applied.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Identify work requirements
  • 1.1 Read work instructions and identify cutting requirements
  • 1.2 Identify and follow work health and safety requirements, using all required personal protective equipment
  • 1.3 Select and check required tools, equipment and materials for suitability, serviceability and safety prior to use
  • 1.4 Plan sequence of work to ensure processing is conducted in a logical order
2. Prepare for work
  • 2.1 Select glass cutting table and clear work surface of debris and dust
  • 2.2 Clear work area of obstructions and potential hazards with cullet bins located close to work area
  • 2.3 Check glass for imperfections and damage prior to handling
  • 2.4 Safely place glass to be cut in the required work area using correct manual handling procedures
  • 2.5 Accurately measure glass to minimise waste in accordance with workplace standards
  • 2.6 Set and test equipment and safety controls in accordance with workplace standards
3. Cut glass
  • 3.1 Operate and monitor tools and equipment in accordance with manufacturer instructions and workplace procedures to achieve required cuts within specified tolerances
  • 3.2 Make routine equipment, tool lubrication and adjustments in accordance with manufacturer instructions
  • 3.3 Identify and report problems to appropriate persons, and follow any authorised changes in working procedures
  • 3.4 Inspect completed product for compliance with quality and work order requirements, and repair, reprocess or discard in accordance with workplace procedures
4. Complete work
  • 4.1 Label and store cut glass in accordance with workplace procedures ensuring there are no projections
  • 4.2 Clean work area, safely dispose of rubbish and identify items for recycling in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 4.3 Remove and store tools, equipment and unused materials in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 4.4 Accurately complete required workplace documentation
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WI476 MSFGG2004 Process thin glass by hand Unit of competency