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Conserve heritage leadlight and stained glass

Conserve heritage leadlight and stained glass

Unit of competency
National Code
MSFSL5003
State Code
WI651
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
10/12/2013
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
20/06/2014
Field of Education
040323 - Glazing
Original Release Date
20/06/2014
Nominal Hours
80
Description
This unit of competency covers conserving heritage leadlight and stained glass by preservation, restoration or reconstruction under the principles determined by the Australia International Council on Monuments and Sites (ICOMOS) Burra Charter.Licensing, legislative or certification requirements may apply to this unit and relevant state/territory and local government agencies should be consulted to determine any necessary certification or licensing for undertaking glass and glazing work. Access to construction sites requires certification of general induction training specified by the National Code of Practice for Induction for Construction Work (ASCC 2007).
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Identify conservation requirements
  • 1.1 Applicable work health and safety (WHS), legislative and organisational requirements relevant to leadlight and stained glass operations are verified and complied with
  • 1.2 Detailed inspections of the heritage leadlight and stained glass are conducted to verify conservation requirements
  • 1.3 Conservation requirements are identified, confirmed and clarified with appropriate personnel
2 Plan conservation processes
  • 2.1 Conservation sequence is identified and a work plan is developed
  • 2.2 Tools and equipment required for the conservation are identified
  • 2.3 Approval of conservation plan is obtained as required by agreed procedures
3 Prepare for the conservation process
  • 3.1 Tools and equipment are positioned and checked prior to use to ensure they are appropriate for the task, serviceable and in a safe condition
  • 3.2 Plans and other documents are positioned to allow for confirmation of the panel structure
  • 3.3 Outline charcoal rubbings are made to confirm design during the process
  • 3.4 Photographs are taken of the panel for later reference
4 Conduct the conservation process
  • 4.1 Components requiring conservation are cleaned or disposed of
  • 4.2 Decisions on conservation methods are confirmed
  • 4.3 Replacement materials are selected and prepared
  • 4.4 Measurements and tests are conducted to confirm conservation plan
  • 4.5 Panel is assembled and checked against original data
5 Finalise and report on the conservation process
  • 5.1 Conserved leadlight and stained glass panel is inspected for quality of work and problems rectified
  • 5.2 Tools and equipment are removed, cleaned and stored appropriately
  • 5.3 Conservation area is cleaned and rubbish disposed of, as appropriate
  • 5.4 Panel is packaged and stored prior to movement and installation
  • 5.5 Conservation report is prepared and provided, as required
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Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OAJ96 MSFDG5003 Conserve heritage leadlight and stained glass Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
J751 MSF50113 Diploma of Stained Glass and Leadlighting Qualification