Unit of competency Outline

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Edge and fit ophthalmic appliances

Edge and fit ophthalmic appliances

Unit of competency
National Code
HLTOPD004
State Code
AVA09
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Transition (Replaced)
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
06/08/2015
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
22/01/2016
Field of Education
060903 - Optical Technology
Original Release Date
22/01/2016
Nominal Hours
60
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to perform edging and fitting of spectacle lenses and to apply techniques, treatments and processes to finish or repair spectacle frames and lenses.This unit applies to optical dispensers who work according to prescriptions provided by optometrists or ophthalmologists.The skills in this unit must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State/Territory legislation, Australian/New Zealand standards and industry codes of practice.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for edging and fitting
  • 1.1 Access and correctly interpret required information and prescriptions
  • 1.2 Prepare and check equipment and instruments for operational readiness
  • 1.3 Select and prepare personal protective equipment as required
2. Perform edging and fitting
  • 2.1 Edge lenses following the tolerances allowed by Australian standards
  • 2.2 Produce accurate formers
  • 2.3 Use special hand-edging techniques to modify lenses for change-overs and centring corrections
  • 2.4 Edge, drill, groove and mount spectacle lenses to frames
  • 2.5 Edge, drill and mount spectacle lenses to rimless frames
3. Adjust and repair frames and lenses
  • 3.1 Repair and modify spectacle frames to meet client needs
  • 3.2 Complete standard alignment of frames to required standards
  • 3.3 Produce tinted lenses to required standards
4. Utilise computer technology
  • 4.1 Select appropriate technology andsoftware applications to achieve the requirements of the task
  • 4.2 Adjust workspace, furniture and equipment to suit the ergonomic requirements of the user
  • 4.3 Use technology according to organisation requirements and in a way which promotes a safe work environment
  • 4.4 Carry out or arrange routine maintenance in order to ensure that equipment is maintained in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions and organisation requirements
  • 4.5 Identify equipment faults and take action in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions or by reporting fault to designated person
5. Conduct final checking procedures against Australian standards
  • 5.1 Determine any axis or centring error and apply Australian standards tolerances.
  • 5.2 Verify powers, axes and centration by checking the spectacles on the focimeter
  • 5.3 Check lens surface for scratching and aberrations
  • 5.4 Adjust the frame to standard alignment
  • 5.5 Check metal framed spectacles for strain and reduce as required
  • 5.6 Clean spectacles using appropriate cleaners
  • 5.7 Clean, maintain and store equipment in accordance with manufacturers requirements and infection control procedures
  • 5.8 Accurately document procedures undertaken according to organisation procedure
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WD229 HLTOPD402C Perform edging and fitting Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OFH87 HLTOPD010 Edge and fit optical appliances Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
AWJ8 HLT47815 Certificate IV in Optical Dispensing Qualification