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Process glass by automatic machines

Process glass by automatic machines

Unit of competency
National Code
MSFGG3006
State Code
WI488
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
19/06/2014
Field of Education
040323 - Glazing
Original Release Date
19/06/2014
Nominal Hours
45
Description
This unit of competency covers cutting, drilling, shaping and edging glass by automatic glass processing equipment.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Identify work requirements
  • 1.1 Work requirements, including glass, types of cuts, shapes and edges, processes and quantities required, are identified from work instructions or job order in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 1.2 Work health and safety (WHS) requirements, including personal protective equipment, are observed throughout the work
  • 1.3 Tools, equipment and materials are selected and checked prior to use to ensure they are appropriate for the work, of the appropriate quality, serviceable and in a safe condition
  • 1.4 Cutting list and quality standards are determined and procedures identified in accordance with workplace requirements and industry standards
  • 1.5 Glass to be cut, shaped, drilled or edged is selected using information from the work order, including the type of glass, thickness, colour and dimensions
  • 1.6 Automatic, including computer numerically controlled (CNC) machines, related equipment and settings required to perform the work are identified, and information required to be entered into machine to match work requirements or job order is calculated
2 Prepare for work
  • 2.1 Technique and sequence of work is planned to ensure processing is conducted in a logical order
  • 2.2 Procedures for monitoring quality of materials, work in progress and finished items are identified in accordance with workplace requirements and industry practice
  • 2.3 Tools, equipment and attachments required for the work are assembled and checked for good working order
  • 2.4 Components and controls of machines, including emergency stops and guards, are identified and appropriate action taken if not in working order
  • 2.5 Information required by machine for required process is entered
  • 2.6 Work area is cleared of obstructions and potential hazards
  • 2.7 Glass to be processed is located in the work area using appropriate handling techniques
  • 2.8 Glass to be processed is checked for imperfections and damage
3 Conduct processing operations
  • 3.1 Tools, equipment and tables are operated and monitored in accordance with manufacturer instructions and workplace procedures to ensure correct product quality and output
  • 3.2 Glass is processed to required standard in accordance with job order, work instructions and procedures, including the performance of routine lubrication and adjustments of machines/equipment, if required
  • 3.3 Problems occurring during work operations are identified and reported to appropriate persons in accordance with enterprise procedures, and any authorised changes in working procedures followed
  • 3.4 Completed product is inspected for quality of work and repaired, reprocessed or discarded in accordance with workplace procedures
4 Complete work
  • 4.1 Processed glass is labelled and stored following workplace procedures ensuring there are no projections
  • 4.2 Scraps and off-cuts are removed for disposal or recycling, as required
  • 4.3 Work area clean-up is completed following workplace procedures
  • 4.4 Equipment is cleaned and stored according to workplace requirements
  • 4.5 Tools, equipment and unused materials are removed and stored appropriately
  • 4.6 Workplace documentation is completed in accordance with workplace requirements
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
S7822 LMFGG3005C Process glass by semi-automatic and automatic machines Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OAJ14 MSFGG3030 Process glass by automatic machines Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
J732 MSF30413 Certificate III in Glass and Glazing Qualification