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:

Storing and handling glass
The storage and handling of glass is a necessary function of all workplaces working in the manufacture, processing and/or installation of sheet glass or glass products. It involves the handling, moving and storing of glass in quantities appropriate to the workplace requirement and may involve team lifting as well as the application of individual skills

Glass includes:
domestic and commercial glass
mirrors
shower screens
and furniture glass. It may be safety
patterned or specialty glass
Glass may be annealed, laminated, toughened, patterned, tinted, heat reflecting and mirrors.

Unit context
Work requires individuals to demonstrate some discretion, judgement and problem solving skills in the planning and conduct of the operation. This may be demonstrated either individually or in a team environment
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 is generally performed individually, with general supervision and may be part of a production process

Tools and equipment are to include:
hand trolleys
pallet truck
gantry crane
scissor
sling and jumbo grabs
air and tilt tables
vacuum lifters

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. It may include:
gloves
safety glasses
hard hats
safety footwear
aprons and overalls

Information and procedures
Workplace procedures relating to the handling and movement of glass
Work instructions, delivery dockets, job sheets and plans
Workplace procedures relating to reporting and communication
Safety standards include personal protective equipment, OH&S regulations and enterprise requirements
Quality standards include: AS4667 Quality requirements for cut to size and processed glass
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 handling, relocation and storing of glass
Interpret work order/job instruction and locate and apply relevant information to relocate and store glass
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:

identify, select and use personal safety apparel
identify equipment for the handling and storage of glass
calculate the weight of glass
handle annealed and laminated glass up to and including 1.2 m2 (17 kg)
team handle annealed and laminated glass up to and including 4.5 m2 (68 kg)
relocate single sheets of glass by vacuum and scissor grabs up to 4.5 m2 (170 kg)
safely load and secure glass
relocate blocks and end caps of glass sheets by grabs, slings and chains up to 2 t
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
Workflow in relation to the movement and storage of glass
Glass storage requirements
Identification of equipment, processes and procedures
Workplace safety system requirements related to the handling, relocation and storage of glass

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 glass 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 operation of handling, relocating and storing glass

Resource Implications
Glass to be stored, workplace operating procedures, personal protective equipment, an appropriate work area and others to assist as required.

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 handling 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
(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)