Elements and Performance Criteria
- Identify work requirements
- materials to be used
- pattern or mould to be used
- process required to complete work tasks
- number of sheets to be formed and holding area for completed items
- the correct kiln settings for the glass being formed
- quality of materials and items produced
- working condition of kiln and any other equipment/attachments
- quality requirements for each stage of the forming process
- Prepare for work
- Work sequence is planned in a logical order to suit the job
- Kiln, tools, equipment and materials are selected and checked prior to use to ensure that they are appropriate for the work, serviceable and in a safe condition
- Kiln components and controls, including emergency stops and guards are identified and checked for correct operation
- Conduct glass forming operations
- Kiln and forming equipment is operated, adjusted and monitored in accordance with workplace procedures to ensure correct product quality and output
- Problems occurring during work operations are identified and reported to appropriate persons in accordance with workplace procedures
- Authorised changes in working procedures and/or requirements are followed
- Complete work
- Product is inspected for quality against work instructions, and items that do not meet requirements are reworked or discarded
- Waste and scrap material is removed for disposal or recycling as required
- Tools, equipment and unused materials are removed and/or stored as appropriate
- Work area and kiln is cleaned and rubbish disposed of as appropriate
- Workplace documentation is completed as required by workplace procedures