Elements and Performance Criteria
- Identify work requirements
- Prepare for work
- Take accurate site measurements and establish clearance and wedge requirements
- Select glass and frames to match job requirements and check for type, size and imperfections against job requirements and relevant Australian Standards
- Select glass fixing method to meet specifications
- Select and check tools and equipment for suitability, serviceability and safety prior to use
- Identify site conditions and constraints
- Consult customer and obtain permission prior to site inspection
- Identify site safety hazards and take corrective action to reduce injury to self and others
- Identify other on-site characteristics for their impact on the installation process
- Take accurate site measurements and confirm against job specification
- Protect existing fixtures and fittings through the application of suitable coverings
- Prepare frame and materials
- Remove glass in accordance with safety requirements
- Assess frame condition to ensure suitability for reglazing in accordance with Australian Standards
- Report defective frames for repair or replacement in accordance with workplace procedures
- Prepare frame to receive glass in accordance with specifications
- Prepare fixing and sealing materials by mixing or cutting to length, in accordance with job requirements
- Cut and fit glass
- Safely cut glass using appropriate equipment in accordance with specific job requirements
- Fix glass to the frame using the selected method in accordance with workplace procedures and Australian Standards
- Use solvents and sealants in accordance with manufacturer recommendations and Australian Standards
- Remove excess sealing material and clean glass and frame with suitable cleaning agents after fixing
- Complete work
- Check completed installation for compliance with customer requirements, specifications and Australian Standards
- Clean and store tools, equipment and materials in accordance with workplace procedures
- Clean work area and leave in a safe condition and dispose of waste or recycle in accordance with workplace protocols
- Accurately complete required workplace documentation