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JOB DESCRIPTION: Glazier (Glass Installer) – Shop DOT Code: 865.381-010
INJURED WORKER’S NAME: / L&I CLAIM NUMBER:DESCRIPTION OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The glazier measures, cuts, finishes and installs glass and mirrors in a variety of applications including windows, doors, skylights, store fronts, curtain walls. display cases and tabletops.
Stained Glass Glass Block Mirrors and Shower Doors Windows Curtain Wall Table Display Cabinets
PROCESS:
Using a measuring device (i.e. tape measure, ruler) the glazier takes measurements of the glass to be replaced. In some applications a pattern of the glass to be cut is drawn onto craft paper. If glass is to be removed from a unit brought in for repair it is done at this time. To do this the glazier may use a putty knife, hammer, pliers or other hand tools to remove wood trim, adhesive and glass or a hand held power tool designed for this purpose.
Measuring Cutting out a pattern Laying out cut glass Removing a glass pane
Next glazier selects the appropriate color and thickness of glass from product in stock and taken to a cutting table to be cut to size Glass is usually stored in up right bins or storage units. Carts, suction cups are often used to move sheet glass from the storage bins to the cutting table. For large heavy pieces of glass an overhead hoist system is often used to maneuver glass from the bins to the cutting table.
Glass Storage Bins Cart Suction Cups Overhead Hoist System Cutting Table
A marking devices (i.e. sharpie pen) is then used to mark dimensions on the glass and a hand held glass cutting tool is used to score the glass. Using the same cutting device the glazier taps the cutter against the glass near the score and the two pieces separate. A pair of pliers or the edge of the table can also be used to break the glass along the scored line.
Marking Dimensions Scoring Glass Separating the Pieces
Job Description: Glazier (Glass Installer) - Shop
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In larger production shops the glazier may use a mechanical or automated scoring and separating machine to cut glass. The glazier may use a belt or drum sanding unit to smoothen sides and a beveling machine to cut bevels into glass and mirrors. Some shops offer glass frosting or etching. This can be done using an abrasive material like sodium (sand blasting) or an acid based chemical.
Automated Glass Cutter Hand operated mechanical cutter Drum Sanding Unit Glass Beveling Machine
Etched or Frosted Glass Chemical Etching Sand Blasting
The glazier then wraps the cut glass in craft paper to protect the glass and minimize cuts when handling the glass and places the glass into a storage bin awaiting customer pickup. If the job calls for re-installation of the glass, this task will be performed by the glazier either in the shop or at the customer’s location.
MACHINERY, TOOLS, EQUIPMENT:
The glazier uses a variety of hand tools including glass cutters, putty knives, measuring tools and striking devices.
All Purpose Knife Putty Knife Glass Cutter Utility Knife Circle Cutter Tape Measure Ruler Carpenter Square
Torpedo Level Quick Square Suction Cup Caulking Gun Glazier Points Striking Devices and Safety Gear
EDUCATION, TRAINING, EXPERIENCE: Some prior experience is helpful but not required. Employee can learn through on-the-job training and working as an assistant to an experienced glazier. By law the glazier must be at least 18 years old since they will often operate power equipment. If required to operate a motor vehicle the employee must have a valid WSDL and clean driving record. Employee must be familiar with applicable safety regulations and must pass a pre-employment physical and drug test.
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Job Description: Glazier (Glass Installer) - Shop
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IMPORTANT! Employer - you must complete the physical demands checklist below. When you are done, send or take a copy of this job analysis with a cover letter to the physician treating your injured worker. The physician is to complete their portion of the form and return it to you. Upon receipt of your copy please send a copy to us at: BIAW, P.O. Box 1909, Olympia, Washington 98507 or by FAX (360) 352-5332. If you need help you can reach us at 1-800-228-4229.
for each Activity listed below place a Check mark (ü)in the Column that best represents the time the worker spends doing the activity. time is based on an eight hour workday. “occasionally” = 1-33% “Frequently”= 34-66% “Continuously”= 67-100%PHYSICAL DEMANDS / never / occas. / freq. / contin. / Physician Comments
Bend / ü
Squat / ü
Crawl / ü
Reach above shoulders / ü
Kneel / ü
Stoop / ü
Climb stairs/steps / ü
Climb ladders/step stool / ü
Walk on uneven ground / ü
Other (specify):
LIFTING\CARRYING / never / occas. / freq. / contin. / Physician Comments
0-5 lbs / ü
6-10 lbs / ü
11-20 lbs / ü
21-25 lbs / ü
26-50 lbs / ü
51-100 lbs / ü
Repeated push/pull / ü
Repeated simple grasp / ü
Repeated fine manipulation / ü
Other (specify):
ENVIRONMENTAL AND EQUIPMENT EXPOSURES / never / occas. / freq. / contin. / Physician Comments
Unprotected heights / ü
Being around moving machinery / ü
Exposure to changes in temperature and humidity / ü
Driving automotive equip. / ü
Exposure to dust, fumes & gases / ü
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Job Description: Glazier (Glass Installer) - Shop
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Physician’s Return to Work Authorization
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I have reviewed the Job Description provided by company name. Based on my evaluation the worker can:
______perform the job duties full time.
______perform the job duties on a part-time basis for _____ hours per day _____ days per week.
Note: In the space provided below or on a separate attachment please describe the workers’ restrictions and identify any job modifications that are necessary for the worker to be released to return to work either in their current position or some other form of modified or light duty work.
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If the worker cannot be released to perform the job duties described in this job description or some other form of modified or light duty work please explain why and relate the reason(s) to your objective medical findings.
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