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:

Fabrication and assembly
This includes the selection of materials, components and attachments required for a metal frame, its fabrication and assembly prior to its installation
Fabrication may include but is not limited to: cutting, routing, milling, pressing, drilling and crimping

Unit context
Work requires individuals to demonstrate discretion, judgement and problem solving skills in the set up and operation of machines and in the assembly of frames
Work is carried out in accordance with statutory requirements, environment legislation, manual handling procedures and relevant regulations and organisation insurance requirements
OH&S requirements may include legislation, standards, building codes, material safety management systems and local safe operating procedures
Work may be performed in workplaces which are involved in the manufacture of frames from aluminium and/or steel

Tools and equipment may include:
assembly benches
drop and up-cut saws
pneumatic
hydraulic and manual presses
frame and sash tooling
copy routers
end millers
crimpers
electric and pneumatic powered drills and screwdrivers
pop rivet guns
pleuws guns and general hand tools

Materials may include but are not limited to:
aluminium alloys and steel
hardware
fasteners
plastics
sealants
tapes
vinyl
gaskets and timber reveals
Glass includes annealed glass, safety glass, patterned glass, tinted, heat reflective and insulated glass units

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 setting and operation of machinery
Machine manufacturers' specifications and operational procedures
Work instructions, including job sheets, cutting lists plans, drawings and designs
Safety standards include personal protective equipment, OH&S regulations and enterprise requirements
AS2047 Windows in Buildings

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
Interpret work order/job instruction and locate and apply relevant information to fabricate and assemble metal frames
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:

work from product specification data sheets
identify and select product materials
fabricate frame and sash components including cutting, tooling, routing, milling, drilling and crimping
identify, select and install component hardware including weather seals, wheels, stays, hinges, guides and locks
assemble frames including glass, gaskets, tapes, sealants, adhesives, fasteners, reveal linings and flashings in accordance with AS2047, section 6
label and certify frames in accordance with AS2047, section 8
Work effectively with others
Modify activities to cater for variations in workplace contexts and environment

Underpinning Knowledge
Workflow in relation to frame production
Workplace safety system requirements related to the fabrication and assembly of metal frames
Operation of tools and equipment used in the fabrication and assembly process
Identification of equipment, processes and procedures
Relevant Australian Standards

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 work 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 work area 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 component and material sizes for economical cutting and assemble required materials
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 fabrication and assembly of metal frames

Resource Implications
Frame components, consumables, workplace operating procedures, personal protective equipment, an appropriate work area, tools and equipment.

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 process equipment, materials, 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
(2)

Planning and organising activities
(2)

Working with others and in teams
(2)

Using mathematical ideas and techniques
(1)

Solving problems
(2)

Using technology
(1)