Fabricate glass framing systems by assembly

URN: GQAPGSF9
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 fabricate glass framing systems by assembly. This involves preparing the materials for the assembly process, and ensuring the correct type and quality are available. You will then use the appropriate equipment to assemble the materials in a way that meets the specification. You will also identify any problems with the process and take the appropriate action.

 

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


Performance criteria

You must be able to:

  1. comply with health and safety requirements and procedures at all times
  2. identify and confirm specifications for the preparation of the materials
  3. check materials are available for assembly to meet specifications
  4. select type, quantity, and quality of materials to be used to meet specifications
  5. prepare the materials to meet specifications
  6. store prepared materials following standard operating procedures
  7. identify suitable methods for assembling glass framing systems to meet specifications
  8. position the materials for assembly to meet specifications
  9. assemble materials to meet specifications
  10. clean finished glass framing systems and remove all excess materials following standard operating procedures
  11. store finished glass framing systems and label them following standard operating procedures
  12. identify any problems and deal with them following standard operating procedures
  13. record information on the assembly of glass framing systems in the appropriate information systems

Knowledge and Understanding

You need to know and understand:

  1. relevant health and safety responsibilities and obligations
  2. relevant health and safety procedures that need to be followed
  3. assembly processes undertaken
  4. preparation equipment used
  5. preparation processes applied to different materials
  6. type, quantity, and quality of materials used in different assembly processes
  7. appropriate storage areas for materials before and after assembly
  8. methods for assembling different types of material
  9. how to position materials
  10. how to clean different types of assembly, and where to dispose of excess materials
  11. problems that can occur during assembly and standard operating procedures for dealing with them
  12. information systems used
  13. why it is important to use information systems

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Version Number

2

Indicative Review Date

31 Mar 2025

Validity

Current

Status

Original

Originating Organisation

GQA Qualifications

Original URN

PROPGSF9

Relevant Occupations

Glaziers Window Fabric and Fitters

SOC Code

5317

Keywords

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