Application
This unit supports the attainment of skills and knowledge required for competent workplace performance in leadlight and stained glass operations. The requirement to fire glass applies to a workshop environment and involves application of skills and knowledge at a tradesperson level. These skills and knowledge are to be used within the scope of the individual's job and authority. |
Prerequisites
Nil | ||
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENT | PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
1. Identify firing requirements | 1.1. Applicable OHS, legislative and organisational requirements relevant to lead light and stained glass operations are verified and complied with 1.2. Types and quantities of materials required are identified from plans or work instructions 1.3. The process for achieving specific outcomes through the firing of glass is identified |
2. Prepare to fire glass | 2.1. Firing sequence is determined in a logical order to suit the job 2.2. Kiln, tools, equipment and materials are selected and checked prior to use to ensure that they are appropriate for the firing, serviceable and in a safe condition 2.3. Kiln components and controls including emergency stops and guards are identified and checked for correct operation 2.4. Glass is prepared for firing |
3. Conduct firing operations | 3.1. Kiln equipment is operated, adjusted and monitored to ensure correct product quality and output 3.2. Problems occurring during the firing operation are identified and rectified |
4. Finalise the installation | 4.1. Fired glass is inspected for quality of work and repaired or discarded as required 4.2. Waste and scrap material is removed for disposal/recycling as required 4.3. Work area is cleaned and rubbish disposed of as appropriate 4.4. Tools, equipment and unused materials are cleaned and removed and stored appropriately 4.5. Workplace records are maintained |
Required Skills
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Required skills |
collect, organise and understand materials technology and information related to the firing of glass communicate ideas and information to enable confirmation of work requirements and specifications, co-ordination of work with site supervisor, other workers and customers, and the reporting of work outcomes and problems maintain quality records related to firing of glass work with others and in a team by recognising dependencies and using co-operative approaches to optimise work flow and productivity identify, anticipate and respond to faults in the firing of glass recognise and respond to circumstances outside instructions or personal competence plan and organise activities, including the preparation and layout of own worksite and the obtaining and use of tools and materials to avoid any backtracking, work flow interruptions or wastage use mathematical ideas and techniques to correctly complete measurements, calculate area and volume, estimate work and material requirements clarify and confirm work instructions plan own work within the given task parameters accept responsibility for given tasks set, monitor and satisfy personal work goals satisfy the competency requirements for the job maintain current knowledge of tools and materials maintain current knowledge of firing of glass seek learning opportunities use the workplace technology related to the firing of glass including computers, measuring devices and recording systems |
Required knowledge |
State or Territory OHS legislation, regulations, standards and codes of practice relevant to the full range of processes for lead light and stained glass firing operations glass firing terminology and techniques operation of glass firing kiln organisational and site standards, requirements, policies and procedures for the firing of glass types of glass and other materials used in the lead light and stained glass industry, their characteristics, properties, uses and limitations characteristics and properties of semi-molten glass firing techniques to achieve specific outcomes environmental protection requirements relating to the disposal of waste material established communication channels and protocols problem identification and resolution storage systems and labelling procedures for the recording, reporting and maintenance of workplace records and information appropriate mathematical procedures for estimation and measurement |
Evidence Required
The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package. | |
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit | Read and interpret a work/job specification Identify a range of glass suitable for firing, detailing their uses and limitations Identify and explain the properties and limitations of semi-molten glass Identify the likely impact of various environmental effects on fired glass Fire glass to achieve required outcomes Comply with legislation, regulations, standards, codes of practice and established safe practices and procedures for the painting of glass with vitreous paints Communicate effectively and work safely with others in the work area |
Context of, and specific resources for assessment | The application of competency is to be assessed in the workplace or realistically simulated workplace Assessment is to occur under standard and authorised work practices, safety requirements and environmental constraints Assessment of essential underpinning knowledge, other than confirmatory questions, will usually be conducted in an off-site context Assessment is to comply with relevant regulatory or Australian Standards requirements The following resources should be made available: workplace location or simulated workplace materials and equipment relevant to firing glass specifications and work instructions |
Method of assessment | Assessment must satisfy the endorsed assessment guidelines of the Furnishing Industry Training Package Assessment methods must confirm consistency and accuracy of performance (over time and in a range of workplace relevant contexts) together with application of underpinning knowledge Assessment methods must be by direct observation of tasks and include questioning on underpinning knowledge to ensure its correct interpretation and application Assessment may be applied under project related conditions (real or simulated) and require evidence of process Assessment must confirm a reasonable inference that competency is able not only to be satisfied under the particular circumstance, but is able to be transferred to other circumstances Assessment may be in conjunction with assessment of other units of competency |
Range Statement
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included. | |
OHS requirements | are to be in accordance with Commonwealth, State or Territory legislation and regulations, organisational safety policies and procedures. Requirements may include but not be limited to the use of personal protective equipment and clothing, fire fighting equipment, First Aid equipment, hazard and risk control and elimination of hazardous materials and substances, manual handling including lifting and carrying |
Legislative requirements | are to be in accordance with applicable legislation from all levels of government that affect organisational operation. Requirements may include but not be limited to award and enterprise agreements, industrial relations, Australian Standards, confidentiality and privacy, OHS, the environment, equal opportunity, anti-discrimination, relevant industry codes of practice, duty of care and heritage |
Organisational requirements | may include but not be limited to legal, organisational and site guidelines, policies and procedures relating to own role and responsibility, quality assurance, procedural manuals, quality and continuous improvement processes and standards, OHS, emergency and evacuation, ethical standards, recording and reporting, access and equity principles and practices, equipment use, maintenance and storage, environmental management (waste disposal, recycling and re-use guidelines) |
Materials | may include but are not limited to clear, coloured and painted glass, bedding sand, marking and masking materials. |
Specific outcomes | may include glass staining and forming |
Tools and equipment | may include firing kiln, work benches and general hand tools |
Preparation | may include cleaning, marking and masking |
Records | may include but not be limited to the product type, size, inspection, inspection outcomes, quality outcomes and storage locations |
Sectors
Unit sector | Lead Light and Stained Glass |
Employability Skills
This unit contains employability skills. |
Licensing Information
Not applicable.