Check the quality of products used in the fabrication of glass supporting systems

URN: GQAPGSF20
Business Sectors (Suites): Production of Glass Supporting Fabrications
Developed by: GQA
Approved on: 30 Mar 2020

Overview

This standard covers the skills and knowledge needed to carry out quality checks on products before, during and after processing. It includes the need to understand the equipment, types and frequency of the quality checks, and record and report the findings. Knowledge of the problems that can occur and how to deal with these is also required.

This unit applies to operatives who fabricate windows, doors, conservatories and curtain walling.


Performance criteria

You must be able to:

  1. obtain product specifications following standard operating procedures
  2. confirm product specifications following standard operating procedures
  3. select appropriate method and equipment to meet specifications
  4. confirm equipment is suitable for use
  5. carry out the required type and level of quality checks following standard operating procedures
  6. record the results of inspections following standard operating procedures
  7. report the results to the appropriate persons following standard operating procedures

Knowledge and Understanding

You need to know and understand:

  1. how to obtain product specifications
  2. how to confirm product specifications
  3. ways to check product quality
  4. use and purpose of equipment required in the checks used
  5. how to check the equipment is suitable for use
  6. the types of variations/defects that can occur
  7. actions to take when variations are detected

Scope/range


Scope Performance


Scope Knowledge


Values


Behaviours


Skills


Glossary


Links To Other NOS


External Links


Version Number

2

Indicative Review Date

31 Mar 2025

Validity

Current

Status

Original

Originating Organisation

GQA Qualifications

Original URN

PROPGSF20

Relevant Occupations

Glaziers Window Fabric and Fitters

SOC Code

5317

Keywords

Framing; glass; glazing; curtain walling; fabrication; windows and doors