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:

Prepare and install mirrors
Prepare and install mirrors involves the fabrication and installation of mirrors to satisfy customer/work orders
Mirrors may include: framed, frameless, wall, return, safety and security mirrors

Unit context
OH&S requirements may include legislation, standards, building codes, material safety management systems and local safe operating procedures
Work requires individuals to demonstrate discretion, judgement and problem solving skills in the fabrication and installation process. 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
Work requires individuals to demonstrate discretion, judgement and problem solving skills in the planning, fabrication and installation of mirrors
Work is generally performed individually, with general supervision and may be part of a production process

Tools and equipment may include:
tungsten wheel glass cutters
speed cutters
straight edges and squares
plate and running pliers
glass lifting
handling and personal safety equipment
glass edging equipment
diamond drills and saws
water
spirit
dumpy and laser levels
plumb bobs
chalk lines
tape measures
portable drills
and general hand tools

Materials are to include but are not limited to:
timber and metal framing materials
J-mould
float and vinyl backed mirrors
fixings and fasteners

Fixings and fasteners include:
adhesive tapes
screws and rosettes
mirror and spring clips
hollow wall fasteners
rawl plugs
cloth and glues
and non-acidic silicones

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 fabrication and installation of mirrors

Equipment or tool manufacturers' specifications and operational procedures

Work instructions, including job sheets, plans, cutting lists, drawings and designs

Safety standards include personal protective equipment, OH&S regulations and enterprise requirements

AS1288, 4667

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 install mirrors
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:

measuring for mirror installations
cutting and float mirror up to 6 mm including vinyl backed
edgeworking and drilling holes in mirrors
wall preparation
construction and fitting of mirror frames and J-mould
identification and use of water, spirit, dumpy and laser levels
set plumb and level lines
fit framed, wall, safety and security mirrors including return mirrors with minimal deflection
clean and present finished mirrors
calculate the cost of mirrors, edgework, materials and labour
Work effectively with others
Modify activities to cater for variations in workplace contexts and environment

Underpinning Knowledge
Workflow in relation to the fabrication and installation of mirrors
Workplace safety system requirements related to the fabrication and installation of mirrors
Characteristics of materials used and uses of products produced
Identification of equipment, processes and procedures related to the fabrication and installation of mirrors
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 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 fabrication and installation of mirrors

Resource Implications
Mirrors, aluminium framing material, fixing/fasteners, workplace operating procedures, 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 fabrication and installation 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
(1)

Using mathematical ideas and techniques
(1)

Solving problems
(2)

Using technology
(1)