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Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Prepare to install side window
   • Job requirements are determined from workplace instructions
   • Information is accessed and interpreted from manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures, and sealant safety data sheets (SDS)
   • Work is planned to minimise waste and use time efficiently
   • Vehicle is inspected to ensure there is no prior damage and that all related accessories are operating correctly
   • Materials required to install side window are selected and checked for quality
   • Hazards associated with the work are identified and risks are managed
   • Tools and equipment for making opening and installing side window are selected and checked for serviceability
   • Vehicle is protected and safely located according to workplace procedures
2. Fabricate templates
   • Accurate measurements of shape and size of side window are taken in order to prepare templates
   • Suitable materials and equipment are used to fabricate templates
   • Templates are completed according to workplace procedures and without causing damage to vehicle or components
3. Mark out and cut panel for side window
   • Template is used to mark out areas on vehicle to be cut
   • Window opening is cut in panel using approved methods and equipment according to workplace procedures and safety and environmental requirements
   • Panel edges and trim are prepared for installation of side window
   • Panels and trim are reinforced as required to comply with vehicle manufacturer specifications and without causing damage to vehicle or components
4. Install side window
   • Material to be installed in vehicle side opening is selected and prepared
   • Side window is installed to manufacturer specifications using either rubber or direct glazing according to safety and environmental requirements
   • Window in panel opening is secured using approved materials
5. Complete work processes
   • Final inspection is made to ensure work meets workplace expectations, related accessories are operating correctly, customer is informed of time to wait before driving vehicle, and vehicle is presented ready for use
   • Work area is cleaned, waste and non-recyclable materials are disposed of, and recyclable material is collected and stored
   • Tools and equipment are checked, reported if faulty, and stored according to workplace procedures
   • Workplace documentation is processed according to workplace procedures
6. Prepare to install side window
   • Job requirements are determined from workplace instructions
   • Information is accessed and interpreted from manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures, and sealant safety data sheets (SDS)
   • Work is planned to minimise waste and use time efficiently
   • Vehicle is inspected to ensure there is no prior damage and that all related accessories are operating correctly
   • Materials required to install side window are selected and checked for quality
   • Hazards associated with the work are identified and risks are managed
   • Tools and equipment for making opening and installing side window are selected and checked for serviceability
   • Vehicle is protected and safely located according to workplace procedures
7. Fabricate templates
   • Accurate measurements of shape and size of side window are taken in order to prepare templates
   • Suitable materials and equipment are used to fabricate templates
   • Templates are completed according to workplace procedures and without causing damage to vehicle or components
8. Mark out and cut panel for side window
   • Template is used to mark out areas on vehicle to be cut
   • Window opening is cut in panel using approved methods and equipment according to workplace procedures and safety and environmental requirements
   • Panel edges and trim are prepared for installation of side window
   • Panels and trim are reinforced as required to comply with vehicle manufacturer specifications and without causing damage to vehicle or components
9. Install side window
   • Material to be installed in vehicle side opening is selected and prepared
   • Side window is installed to manufacturer specifications using either rubber or direct glazing according to safety and environmental requirements
   • Window in panel opening is secured using approved materials
10. Complete work processes
    • Final inspection is made to ensure work meets workplace expectations, related accessories are operating correctly, customer is informed of time to wait before driving vehicle, and vehicle is presented ready for use
    • Work area is cleaned, waste and non-recyclable materials are disposed of, and recyclable material is collected and stored
    • Tools and equipment are checked, reported if faulty, and stored according to workplace procedures
    • Workplace documentation is processed according to workplace procedures

Range Statement

This section specifies work environments and conditions that may affect performance. Essential operating conditions that may be present (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) are included. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below.

Materials must include:	side window panel material template materials trim sealants and adhesives cleaning agents.
Tools and equipment mustinclude:	personal protective equipment (PPE) hand and power tools measuring equipment metal cutting equipment vehicle protection equipment templates.
Safety and environmental requirements must include:	work health and safety (WHS) and occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements, including procedures for: selecting and using PPE using tools and lifting equipment using SDS for sealants material handling and storage environmental requirements, including procedures for trapping, storing and disposing of waste materials and chemicals.

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Performance Evidence

Before competency can be determined, individuals must demonstrate they can perform the following according to the standard defined in this unit’s elements, performance criteria, range of conditions and foundation skills:

install side windows in two different vehicles.

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Knowledge Evidence

Individuals must be able to demonstrate knowledge of:

work health and safety (WHS) and occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements relating to installing side vehicle windows, including procedures for:

selecting and using personal protective equipment (PPE)

using tools and lifting equipment

using safety data sheets (SDS) for sealants

material handling and storage

environmental requirements, including procedures for trapping, storing and disposing of waste materials and chemicals

location and content of side window manufacturer technical information and specifications

side window installation methods and techniques, including:

template production

template materials

measuring and marking out procedures

procedures for cutting windows and panels

side window installation procedures

type and use of specialist tools and equipment

glass and material handling techniques

type of adhesives and sealants and their application

potential problems and consequences

cleaning materials and techniques

procedures for protecting vehicle and components when installing side vehicle windows

procedures for final inspection of fitted side windows.

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