Description
Set frameless glass panes, usually in showers and on bathtubs. Use plastic shims to make sure the glass doesn’t touch any hard surfaces, which may cause scratching or breaking. Make sure the glass is level and attach any brackets to keep the glass in place. Waterproof the edges with silicone rubber caulk.
Alternative labels
setting frameless glass panels
installing frameless glass
installing frameless glass panels
frameless glass installing
installation of frameless glass panels
setting of frameless glass
frameless glass panel installation
setting frameless glass
setting of frameless glass panels
installing of frameless glass
frameless glass installation
frameless glass setting
installation of frameless glass
frameless glass panel setting
Skill type
skill/competence
Skill reusability level
sector-specific
Relationships with occupations
Essential skill
Install frameless glass is an essential skill of the following occupations:
Plate glass installer: Plate glass installers fit panes of glass into windows and other structural elements like glass doors, walls, façades and other structures.
Optional skill
Install frameless glass is optional for these occupations. This means knowing this skill may be an asset for career advancement if you are in one of these occupations.
Window installer: Window installers place windows into structures and service them. They take out old windows if present, prepare the opening, mount the window, and attach it in place plumb, straight, square and watertight.
Bathroom fitter: Bathroom fitters install bathroom elements. They take the necessary measurements, prepare the room, removing old elements if necessary, and install the new bathroom equipment, including the connection of water, gas and sewage pipes and electricity lines.
Glass installation supervisor: Glass installation supervisor monitor the process of installing plate glass. They assign tasks and take quick decisions to resolve problems.
References
- Install frameless glass – ESCO