GQAFEN5 Shape products and ancillaries for installation
Overview
This standard covers the preparing of products and components by shaping in fenestration installation. This applies to windows and doors, conservatories and curtain walling. You will need to ensure the correct type and quality of products and ancillaries are available, prepare them and use appropriate equipment to shape them so that they meet specification. You will also need to identify any problems with the process and take appropriate action.
This standard is for you if you work in the Fenestration and Glazing Industry and are involved in the shaping and preparation of ancillary items for use with on-site installation work
Performance criteria
You must be able to:
check availability of specified products and ancillaries from reliable sources in line with organisational procedures and requirements
identify and select type, quantity and quality of products and ancillaries to meet specifications
prepare and position products and ancillaries for shaping following safe working practices and in line with regulatory requirements
shape products and components to meet specifications following safe working practices, and in line with regulatory requirements, using appropriate methods and minimising waste
check products and components meet specifications
remove unwanted materials from the worksite for safe disposal, reuse or recycling in line with standard operating procedures (SOPs) and regulatory requirements
Knowledge and understanding
You need to know and understand:
how to locate and use specifications and information on work and role-related regulations and legislation
different types of products and ancillaries including components, consumables, substances and their uses
different preparation processes applied to different products and ancillaries including external bay or windowsills, internal window boards, internal and external architraves and scribing
types of problems that can occur and how these problems might be overcome
how to shape products or ancillaries to ensure they fit in required locations in line with specifications
how to utilise products and ancillaries to minimise waste in line with SOPs and regulatory requirements and why this is important
GQAFEN5 Shape products and ancillaries for installation
Overview
This standard covers the preparing of products and components by shaping in fenestration installation. This applies to windows and doors, conservatories and curtain walling. You will need to ensure the correct type and quality of products and ancillaries are available, prepare them and use appropriate equipment to shape them so that they meet specification. You will also need to identify any problems with the process and take appropriate action.
This standard is for you if you work in the Fenestration and Glazing Industry and are involved in the shaping and preparation of ancillary items for use with on-site installation work
Performance criteria
You must be able to:
Knowledge and understanding
You need to know and understand:
Relevant Occupations
Glaziers Window Fabric and Fitters
Keywords
Fenestration, ancillaries