Elements and Performance Criteria

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
Types of glass may include, but are not limited to:
annealed glass
toughened glass
laminated glass
wired glass
bandit resistant glass
bullet resistant glass
heat reflective glass
solar controlled glass and spandral panels
Methods of fixing depend upon:
the specification
type of glass and frame
security requirements
sealing methods
relevant Australian Standards
glazing methods:
beaded
pocket
flush
channel glazing and structural glazing
Personal protective equipment includes:
that prescribed under legislation, regulation and enterprise policies and practices, and may include:
gauntlets
gloves
safety glasses
hard hats
safety footwear
aprons and overalls
Fabricating and installing may include:
aluminium glazing systems, including planar assemblies, curtain wall systems, spider assemblies and panel wall systems (hung and stacked)
identifying and erecting appropriate ladders and scaffolding
Workplace procedures include:
workplace procedures relating to fitting of glass for structural applications
on-site procedures and regulations relating to the handling and movement of glass
equipment manufacturer specifications and operational procedures
work instructions, including job sheets, plans, drawings and designs
safety standards, including personal protective equipment, OHS regulations and enterprise requirements
Australian Standards:
AS 1288:2006 Glass in buildings - Selection and installation
AS/NZS 2208:1996 Safety glazing materials in buildings
AS/NZS 4667:2000 Quality requirements for cut-to-size and processed glass
AS 4285:2007 Skylights
AS/NZS 4666:2000 Insulating glass units
Tools and equipment may include:
general cutting and glazing tools
electric and pneumatic portable power tools
saws
drills and portable compressors
Materials may include, but are not limited to:
all forms of flat glass and acrylic glazing products
plastic
aluminium
steel
solid timber
gaskets
sealants and adhesives
Preparation includes:
cleaning
surface preparation (if required)
checking size against specification

The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Overview of assessment
Assessment processes and techniques must be culturally appropriate and appropriate to the language, literacy and numeracy capacity of the candidate and the work being performed.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Assessors must be satisfied that the candidate can competently and consistently:
interpret work order/job instruction and locate and apply relevant information to fabricate and install structural glazing
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 goods, equipment and products
maintain required production output and product quality
as a minimum:
measure glass for curtain walls, balustrades, suspended and/or overhead glazing
select glass to comply with AS 1288:2006 Glass in buildings - Selection and installation
cut and process glass in accordance with AS/NZS 4667:2000 Quality requirements for cut-to-size and processed glass
identify and erect appropriate ladders and scaffolding to comply with the relevant regulations and standards
identify and apply glazing, structural sealants and tapes
install glazing materials and weatherproofing
calculate the cost of glass and labour
work effectively with others.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
The application of competency is to be assessed in the workplace or realistically simulated workplace.
Assessment is to occur under standard and authorised work practices, safety requirements and environmental constraints.
Assessment of essential underpinning knowledge, other than confirmatory questions, will usually be conducted in an off-site context.
Assessment is to comply with relevant regulatory or Australian Standard requirements.
The following resources should be made available:
frames
glass and acrylic glazing products
fixing material
sealants
workplace operating procedures and work orders
personal protective equipment
an appropriate work area/site.
Method of assessment
Assessment must satisfy the endorsed Assessment Guidelines of the LMF02 Furnishing Industry Training Package.
Assessment methods must confirm consistency and accuracy of performance (over time and in a range of workplace relevant contexts) together with application of underpinning knowledge.
Assessment methods must be by direct observation of tasks and include questioning on underpinning knowledge to ensure correct interpretation and application.
Assessment may be applied under project-related conditions (real or simulated) and require evidence of process.
Assessment must confirm a reasonable inference that competency is able not only to be satisfied under the particular circumstance, but is able to be transferred to other circumstances.
Assessment may be in conjunction with assessment of other units of competency.
Guidance information for assessment