Elements and Performance Criteria
- Prepare for glass moving
- Read work instructions and identify type and quantity of glass to be relocated
- Identify and follow work health and safety requirements, using all required personal protective equipment
- Identify glass sheets to be moved and estimate or calculate weight using appropriate method
- Identify risks to self, others, material and equipment arising from the required lifting, load carrying, set down or movement of glass
- Correctly identify mechanical handling equipment and teamwork requirements based on the size, weight and type of glass
- Plan glass movement
- Identify destination for glass and determine routes to be followed
- Compare required clearances to available space and make adjustments
- Plan process for relocating glass in accordance with workplace procedures, and include contingency measures for potential difficulties
- Check proposed process against advisory standards and workplace procedures for compliance
- Relocate glass
- Set and test equipment settings and safety controls in accordance with workplace procedures with faulty equipment tagged and alternative arrangements made
- Check glass for imperfections and damage prior to movement
- Operate equipment in accordance with approved advisory standards, manufacturer instructions, workplace procedures and safety requirements
- Follow planned process and route and relocate glass without damage to material, personnel or equipment
- Attach required labels and store glass in accordance with workplace procedures ensuring there are no projections
- Check relocation to see that it meets work requirements, and report any differences
- Complete work