Unit of competency Outline
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Set up and operate glass laminating equipment
Set up and operate glass laminating equipment
Unit of competency
National Code
LMFGG3009B
LMFGG3009B
State Code
W8683
W8683
TGA Status
Deleted
Deleted
DTWD Status
Deleted
Deleted
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
11/06/2010
Field of Education
040323 - Glazing
Original Release Date
11/06/2010
Nominal Hours
60
Description
This unit addresses the knowledge and skills required to set up and operate glass laminating equipment. It includes the performance of operator maintenance.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for work
- 1.1. Work requirements from work instructions to ascertain:
- 1.1.1. material to be used
- 1.1.2. process required to complete work tasks
- 1.1.3. the type, thickness and colour of the interlayer
- 1.1.4. number of sheets to be laminated and holding area for completed items
- 1.1.5. the correct machine heat and pressure settings for the materials that are being used
- 1.2. Workplace health and safety requirements relevant to operating glass laminating equipment including personal protection needs, are observed throughout the work
- 1.3. Work sequence is planned in a logical order to suit the job
- 1.4. Tools, equipment and materials are selected and checked prior to use to ensure that they are appropriate for the work, of the required quality, serviceable and in a safe condition
- 1.5. Machines, cutting tools and jigs are identified and checked for safe and effective operation, including emergency stops, gauges, guards and controls
- 1.6. Procedures are identified for checking:
- 1.6.1. quality of materials and items produced
- 1.6.2. working condition of equipment
- 1.6.3. quality requirements for each stage of the laminating process
- 1.7. Communication with others involved with the work is established and maintained to ensure efficient workflow coordination, personnel cooperation and safety throughout the application of this competency
2. Set up equipment
- 2.1. Machine settings and adjustments are made in accordance with job requirements and machine and tool manufacturer instructions
- 2.2. Trial runs are conducted to check machine operation, accuracy and quality of finished work
- 2.3. Necessary adjustments are made to machine settings
3. Conduct glass laminating operations
- 3.1. Glass to be laminated is prepared for the process in accordance with workplace procedures or industry practice
- 3.2. Start-up and shutdown procedures for equipment used in the laminating process are completed in accordance with manufacturer instructions or workplace procedures
- 3.3. Glass flopping and washing procedures are conducted in accordance with manufacturer instructions or workplace procedures
- 3.4. Whiteroom procedures are conducted in accordance with manufacturer instructions or workplace procedures
- 3.5. Whiteroom hoist is operated in accordance with manufacturer instructions or workplace procedures
- 3.6. Pre-press oven and glass stacker are operated in accordance with manufacturer instructions or workplace procedures to recognised industry standards
- 3.7. Air lifter is operated in accordance with manufacturer instructions or workplace procedures
- 3.8. Autoclave is loaded, operated and unloaded in accordance with manufacturer instructions or workplace procedures
- 3.9. Cutting table is operated to cut glass to required size (if applicable) in accordance with manufacturer instructions or workplace procedures
- 3.10. FMF is operated in accordance with manufacturer instructions or workplace procedures
4. Complete work and maintain equipment
- 4.1. Product is inspected for quality of work and items which do not meet quality requirements discarded or returned for reprocessing in accordance with workplace procedures
- 4.2. Completed work is placed in holding area in accordance with workplace procedures
- 4.3. Work area is cleaned and rubbish disposed of as appropriate
- 4.4. Equipment is cleaned and inspected for serviceability in accordance with workplace procedures
- 4.5. Unserviceable equipment is tagged and faults identified in accordance with workplace procedures
- 4.6. Equipment and tooling is maintained in accordance with workplace procedures
- 4.7. Workplace documentation is completed in accordance with workplace requirements
- 4.8. Tools, equipment and unused materials are removed and stored appropriately
RANGE STATEMENT
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
Unit context
This unit covers work involving the set up, operation and monitoring of glass laminating equipment
Work requires individuals to demonstrate discretion, judgement and problem solving skills in the set up and operation of glass laminating machines
Work is carried out in accordance with statutory requirements, environment legislation, manual handling procedures and relevant regulations and organisation insurance requirements
OHS requirements may include legislation, standards, building codes, material safety management systems and local safe operating procedures
Work is generally performed individually, with general supervision and may be part of a production process
Glass laminating equipment
Glass laminating equipment includes that equipment and machines involved in the process of laminating glass. This involves the insertion of an intermediary layer between two layers of glass
Laminated glass includes:
safety
automotive
bullet and bandit resistant
patterned laminated glass
Tools and equipment are to include:
glass flopping and washing machines
white room
hoist
pre-press oven
glass stacker
air lifter
autoclave
packing equipment
cutting machine
FMF machine
standards stamping equipment (including stamp)
Materials are to include but are not limited to:
annealed float
sheet and patterned glass
Personal protective equipment
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 up and operation of glass laminating machinery
Machine manufacturers' specifications and operational procedures
Workplace procedures relating to the handling and movement of glass
Work instructions including job sheets, cutting lists, plans, drawings and designs
Safety standards include personal protective equipment, OHS regulations and enterprise requirements
AS/NZS2208 Safety glazing material
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
Unit context
This unit covers work involving the set up, operation and monitoring of glass laminating equipment
Work requires individuals to demonstrate discretion, judgement and problem solving skills in the set up and operation of glass laminating machines
Work is carried out in accordance with statutory requirements, environment legislation, manual handling procedures and relevant regulations and organisation insurance requirements
OHS requirements may include legislation, standards, building codes, material safety management systems and local safe operating procedures
Work is generally performed individually, with general supervision and may be part of a production process
Glass laminating equipment
Glass laminating equipment includes that equipment and machines involved in the process of laminating glass. This involves the insertion of an intermediary layer between two layers of glass
Laminated glass includes:
safety
automotive
bullet and bandit resistant
patterned laminated glass
Tools and equipment are to include:
glass flopping and washing machines
white room
hoist
pre-press oven
glass stacker
air lifter
autoclave
packing equipment
cutting machine
FMF machine
standards stamping equipment (including stamp)
Materials are to include but are not limited to:
annealed float
sheet and patterned glass
Personal protective equipment
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 up and operation of glass laminating machinery
Machine manufacturers' specifications and operational procedures
Workplace procedures relating to the handling and movement of glass
Work instructions including job sheets, cutting lists, plans, drawings and designs
Safety standards include personal protective equipment, OHS regulations and enterprise requirements
AS/NZS2208 Safety glazing material
EVIDENCE GUIDE
The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Critical aspects of evidence
Interpret work order/job instruction and locate and apply relevant information to operate glass laminating equipment
Plan the conduct of glass laminating operations
Set up, operate, monitor and perform operator maintenance of glass laminating equipment
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 goods, equipment and products
maintain required production output and product quality
As a minimum, demonstrate the ability to:
identify and demonstrate glass flopping and washing operation and procedures
identify and demonstrate the white room operation and procedures
safely load glass into the pre-press oven and stacker
operate the pre-press oven and stacker during the glass laminating process
operate an air lifter
operate an autoclave
safely complete the requirements of the packing area
operate a laminating cutting table
carry out post laminating procedures
perform testing, classification and marking of toughened glass in accordance with AS/NZS 2208 Safety glazing materials
Work effectively with others
Modify activities to cater for variations in workplace contexts and environment
Resource implications
Glass laminating equipment, workplace operating procedures, unprocessed materials, 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 glass laminating equipment, materials, work instructions and deadlines.
The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Critical aspects of evidence
Interpret work order/job instruction and locate and apply relevant information to operate glass laminating equipment
Plan the conduct of glass laminating operations
Set up, operate, monitor and perform operator maintenance of glass laminating equipment
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 goods, equipment and products
maintain required production output and product quality
As a minimum, demonstrate the ability to:
identify and demonstrate glass flopping and washing operation and procedures
identify and demonstrate the white room operation and procedures
safely load glass into the pre-press oven and stacker
operate the pre-press oven and stacker during the glass laminating process
operate an air lifter
operate an autoclave
safely complete the requirements of the packing area
operate a laminating cutting table
carry out post laminating procedures
perform testing, classification and marking of toughened glass in accordance with AS/NZS 2208 Safety glazing materials
Work effectively with others
Modify activities to cater for variations in workplace contexts and environment
Resource implications
Glass laminating equipment, workplace operating procedures, unprocessed materials, 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 glass laminating equipment, materials, work instructions and deadlines.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| W0330 | LMFGG3009A | Set up and operate glass laminating equipment | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| S7826 | LMFGG3009C | Set up and operate glass laminating equipment | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| W034 | LMF30602 | Certificate III in Glass and Glazing | Qualification |
| 1477 | 52262 | Certificate II in Glass Processing | Accredited course |