Fabricate glass framing systems by joining

This standard covers the skills and knowledge needed to fabricate glass framing systems by joining. This involves preparing the materials for the joining process, and ensuring the correct type and quality are available. You will use the appropriate equipment to join the materials in a way that meets the specification. You will also have to identify any problems with the process and take the appropriate action.

 

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

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1. comply with health and safety requirements and procedures at all times
2. identify and confirm specifications for the preparation of materials
3. check materials are available for joining
4. select the type, quantity, and quality of materials to be used during the joining to meet specifications
5. prepare materials following standard operating procedures
6. store prepared materials following standard operating procedures
7. identify suitable joining materials to meet specifications
8. position the materials for joining following standard operating procedures
9. join materials to meet specifications
10. check joins are square and true
11. remove any excess materials without decreasing the effectiveness of the join following standard operating procedures
12. identify any problems and deal with them following standard operating procedures
13. record information on the joining of materials in the appropriate information systems

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1. relevant health and safety responsibilities and obligations
2. relevant health and safety procedures that need to be followed
3. type of joining undertaken
4. preparation equipment used
5. preparation processes applied to different materials
6. type, quantity, and quality of materials used in different joining processes
7. appropriate storage areas for materials before and after joining
8. problems that can occur and the standard operating procedures for dealing with them
9. methods for joining different types of material
10. methods for joining sections
11. how to position materials
12. how to ensure joins are square and true
13. how to remove excess materials
14. how to utilise materials to minimise wastage
15. information systems used
16. why it is important to use the information systems

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31 Mar 2025

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Current

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Original

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GQA Qualifications

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PROPGSF8

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Glaziers Window Fabric and Fitters

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5317

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

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