Description
Measures, cuts, finishes, fits and installs flat glass and mirrors.
Skill Level
3
Alternative Titles
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Specializations
- Glass Beveller
- Glass Embosser
- Glass Etcher
- Glass Silverer
Skills Assessment Authority
Caveats
Group: 3331 Glaziers
Description
measure, cut, finish, fit and install flat glass and mirrors.
Tasks
- determining type and dimensions of glass required
- laying glass over patterns on padded tables and in jigs
- measuring and marking glass for cutting
- examining glass and marking defective areas
- cutting along patterns and templates
- breaking off sheets and excess glass with notched tools and glass pliers
- installing glass and mirrors in windows, skylights, display cases, interior walls and ceilings
- smoothing rough edges using belt sanders and smoothing wheels
- may coat, cut, etch, trim and treat glass to achieve special effects
Skill Level
Most occupations in this unit group have a level of skill commensurate with the qualifications and experience outlined below.