5317 — Glaziers, window fabricators and fitters

What this occupation covers

Glaziers, window fabricators and fitters make and install pre-glazed wooden, metal or PVC framework, and cut, fit and set glass in windows, doors, shop fronts, and other structural frames.

Typical duties

examines drawings or specifications to determine job requirements

scores plain, coloured, safety and ornamental glass with hand cutter and breaks off glass by hand or with pliers

smooths edges of glass and positions and secures in frame or grooved lead strips

applies mastic, putty or adhesive between glass and frame and trims off excess with knife

fixes mirror panels to interior and exterior walls and repairs and replaces broken glass

sets up and operates machinery to manufacture windows and window frames

Entry routes and qualifications

There are no formal academic entry requirements. Entry is typically through an apprenticeship in leading to an NVQ/SVQ at level 3.

Sponsorship information

Medium Skilled. Actual duties, sponsor, applicant, salary and any transitional or shortage-list conditions must be checked.

DBS assessment

No code-wide DBS assessment is assigned. Check actual duties, activities, workplace, frequency and jurisdiction. This code does not determine the level of check.

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