GQAFEN6 Prepare and position windows and door sets ready for installation
Overview
This standard covers the preparation and positioning of windows and door sets prior to installation. You will need to check dimension and condition of apertures, position windows and door sets in prepared apertures and ensure window and door components will fit in line with specifications.
This standard is for you if you work in the Fenestration and Glazing Industry and are involved in on-site installation work.
Performance criteria
You must be able to:
identify and establish requirements and position for windows and door sets to meet specifications
select materials, tools and equipment for the task and environment in line with standard operating procedures and organisational requirements
prepare windows and door sets for installation to meet specifications in line with safe working practices and health and safety regulations
position windows and door sets into apertures to meet specifications and in line with health and safety regulations
check and confirm windows and door sets are plumb, level and square ready for securing
Knowledge and understanding
You need to know and understand:
health and safety regulations and considerations relevant to the preparation and positioning of windows and door sets
different types of windows and door sets and how to prepare them including frame add-ons, external bay or windowsill, internal window boards, internal and external architraves and scribing
types of damage that can affect installation materials and how to minimise this
sealing, bonding and weatherproofing materials used for internal and external installations
how to identify and confirm positions for windows and door sets to be installed
how to take accurate measurements, what measurements to take and why this is an important element of installation
how to select and apply sealing, bonding and weatherproofing materials so that a weatherproof installation is achieved
types of problems that can occur when preparing for installation work and how to overcome these
procedures for reporting and recording problems and how to do this
GQAFEN6 Prepare and position windows and door sets ready for installation
Overview
This standard covers the preparation and positioning of windows and door sets prior to installation. You will need to check dimension and condition of apertures, position windows and door sets in prepared apertures and ensure window and door components will fit in line with specifications.
This standard is for you if you work in the Fenestration and Glazing Industry and are involved in 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, windows and doors, apertures