Perform laser measurement and levelling for glass windows and doors in buildings

Unit of competency Outline

Date retreived
22/07/2026 9:38 PM AWST

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Unit of competency

National Code
MSFGG4004

State Code
WI507

TGA Status
Replaced

DTWD Status
Replaced

Current Release Number
2.00

Current Release Date
10/09/2015

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State Implementation and Classification

Approved Date

20/06/2014

Field of Education

030717 - Plant And Machine Operations

Original Release Date

20/06/2014

Nominal Hours

Description

This unit of competency covers using and maintaining laser measuring and levelling devices to check measurements and apply levelling for installation of glass windows and doors in buildings. It involves taking accurate measurements/readings, making calculations for levelling and alignment glass component installation tasks in job roles requiring discretion, judgement and problem solving. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.

Notes

Elements and Performance Criteria

1 Prepare for glass laser measurement and levelling

1.1 Task requirements are determined by inspection of glass window and door components to be installed in a building and following relevant plans, drawings and texts in accordance with the work plan
1.2 Appropriate laser levelling equipment for the installation job is selected and set up to manufacturer recommendations
1.3 Levelling is planned in detail including sequencing and prioritising tasks and system requirements
1.4 Potential hazards to personnel and other building components at the installation site are identified and prevention and/or control measures are selected in accordance with the work plan
1.5 Individual’s roles and responsibilities within the installation team are identified, and where required, assisted with provision of on-the-job training for the tasks

2 Use laser devices to make measurements

2.1 Measurements are taken accurately, interpreted and recorded correctly to standard operating procedures
2.2 Laser levelling devices are operated to manufacturer specifications or standard operating procedures
2.3 Datum point is set up or located
2.4 Readings are taken to datum and at nominated or selected stations, to project specifications

3 Perform levelling

3.1 Levelling realignment calculations are performed using correct and appropriate method for the installation levelling/alignment application
3.2 Glass window and door components are levelled and aligned to specifications using correct and appropriate techniques, and adjustments made to ensure compliance with manufacturer specifications and the work plan
3.3 Glass components are temporarily fixed in the assigned installation positions prior to final measurement
3.4 Final level and alignment inspections are undertaken, any adjustments made and glass components fixed to the building using appropriate fasteners

4 Complete work

4.1 Glass installation rating compliance certificate is completed
4.2 Levelling equipment is closed own and appropriate personnel notified of completed installation in accordance with enterprise requirements
4.3 Work area is cleared of waste, cleaned, restored and secured in accordance with site/enterprise procedures
4.4 Plant, tools and equipment are maintained and stored in accordance with site/enterprise procedures
4.5 Work completion details are finalised in accordance with enterprise procedures

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Replaced By

State Code	National Code	Title	Type
OAI98	MSFGG4012	Perform laser measurement and levelling for glass windows and doors in buildings	Unit of competency

State Code	National Code	Title	Type
J750	MSF40413	Certificate IV in Glass and Glazing	Qualification