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Apply and handle films and coated glass

Apply and handle films and coated glass

Unit of competency
National Code
MSFGG3007
State Code
WI489
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
48
Description
This unit of competency covers preparing glass surfaces and applying window film and coatings in an enterprise workplace or in a domestic, commercial or automotive application. 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 application of window film and coating 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 work requirements
  • 1.1 Work requirements in the form of type and quantity of glass and type and colour/nature of coating/film and related materials are identified from work instructions
  • 1.2 Work health and safety (WHS) requirements for application of coating/film to glass, including personal protective equipment, are observed throughout the work
  • 1.3 Tools, equipment, accessories and materials are identified for the application of coating/film in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 1.4 Materials safety data sheets (MSDS) and/or product application and safety information are read and used to guide work practices
  • 1.5 Particular process techniques, time and safety requirements are noted and used to plan work, and the appropriate process for applying coating/film to glass are identified
2 Prepare for work
  • 2.1 Work sequence is planned in a logical order to suit the job
  • 2.2 Tools, equipment and materials are selected and checked prior to use to ensure they are appropriate for the work, serviceable and in a safe condition
  • 2.3 Coating/film to be applied is checked for defects or damage
  • 2.4 Surfaces are measured and materials and templates cut without causing damage according to accepted industry methods, materials and procedures
  • 2.5 Glass is checked for damage and suitable preparation, and cleaned/prepared using approved methods, materials and equipment following coating/film product manufacturer instructions and/or workplace practices
  • 2.6 Any faults/flaws are identified and reported in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 2.7 Appropriate workplace documentation is completed and handled, as required, by measuring, cutting and surface preparation outcomes
3 Apply coating/film
  • 3.1 Equipment and accessories are used to handle the coating/film in accordance with manufacturer and workplace instructions
  • 3.2 Surfaces are kept clean and free of contamination according to the specifications and procedures for materials/product used
  • 3.3 Problems occurring during operation are identified and reported to appropriate persons in accordance with workplace procedures, and any authorised changes in working procedures and/or requirements followed
4 Inspect tinted product and refurbish work area
  • 4.1 Glass is inspected and any film faults rectified in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 4.2 Australian Standard sticker is applied, if appropriate
  • 4.3 Tinted/coating products are removed for storage/further processing as required by workplace procedures
5 Complete work
  • 5.1 Waste and scrap material are removed for disposal or recycling, as required
  • 5.2 Work area is cleaned and rubbish disposed of, as appropriate
  • 5.3 Tools, equipment and unused materials are removed and stored appropriately
  • 5.4 Appropriate workplace documentation to reflect application and inspection is completed and handled as required by workplace procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
S7823 LMFGG3006C Apply and handle films and coated glass Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OAJ20 MSFGG3023 Apply and handle films Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
J732 MSF30413 Certificate III in Glass and Glazing Qualification