Elements and Performance Criteria
- Identify work requirements
- Work requirements in the form of type of glass and the method of fixing are identified from work instructions
- Workplace health and safety requirements for glazing/reglazing of windows and doors, including personal protection needs, are observed throughout the work
- The process for fitting glass to window and door frames is identified
- Prepare for work
- customer order
- existing glass type
- requirements for security, noise or light control
- Australian Standards
- specification
- type of glass and frame
- security requirements
- sealing methods
- Identify site conditions and restraints
- On-site difficulties are recognised and action taken to resolve in accordance with regulations and workplace requirements
- Covering material is applied where necessary to protect existing fixtures and fittings
- Special characteristics of the window or door which may affect the finished job are identified and corrective action taken
- Perform glazing
- checking size against specification
- removing remains of glass and any sealants
- cleaning
- surface preparation (if required)
- Glass is fixed to the frame using the selected method and in accordance with recognised industry procedures and Australian Standards
- Solvents and sealants are used in accordance with manufacturer recommendations and Australian Standards
- Excess sealing material is removed
- Glass and frame are cleaned after fixing
- Complete work
- Completed installation is checked to ensure compliance with customer requirements and specifications
- Tools, equipment and materials are cleaned and stored following workplace procedures
- Work area is cleaned and left in a safe condition and rubbish disposed of as appropriate
- Waste and scrap materials are removed for disposal or recycling as required
- Workplace documentation is completed in accordance with workplace requirements