Elements and Performance Criteria
- Operate equipment
- Use relevant equipment to edge and fit lenses
- Clean equipment and attachments in accordance with manufacturer's requirements and infection control procedures
- Undertake regular maintenance procedures on equipment in accordance with manufacturers requirements and infection control procedures
- Store equipment and attachments in accordance with manufacturer's requirements and organisation policies and procedures
- Perform skills in edging and fitting
- Check prescription requirements regarding segment heights, centres and other relevant components
- Prepare for the edging of spectacle lenses
- Edge lenses
- Insert lenses into frames and other appliances using frame fitting equipment
- Use special hand-edging techniques to modify lenses for change-overs and centring corrections
- Edge, groove and mount spectacle lenses to nyl-tag frames
- Edge, drill and mount spectacle lenses to rimless frames
- Perform standard frame alignment
- Fit atypical appliances
- Utilise computer technology
- Select appropriate technology and software applications to achieve the requirements of the task
- Adjust workspace, furniture and equipment to suit the ergonomic requirements of the user
- Use technology according to organisation requirements and in a way which promotes a safe work environment
- Use edging equipment correctly and in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations/instructions
- Carry out or arrange routine maintenance in order to ensure that equipment is maintained in accordance with manufacturer's instructions and organisation requirements
- Identify equipment faults and take action in accordance with manufacturer's instructions or by reporting fault to designated person
- Perform frame modifications
- 5. Conduct final checking procedures
- Confirm the appliance against the prescription prior to delivery
- Check that the correct type and form of lens was used in line with client requirements
- Check lens treatments for quality
- Check that the correct frame has been used in line with client request
- Carry out and confirm standard frame alignment
- Confirm completion of job