Glazier
OFO Code: 642501
Last checked 3 October 2026
1. Occupation identity
- OFO code
- 642501
- Occupation
- Glazier
- Classification
- OFO 2021
- Major group
- SKILLED AGRICULTURAL, FORESTRY, FISHERY, CRAFT AND RELATED TRADES WORKERS
- Unit group
- 6425 · Glaziers
Official description
Glaziers measure, cut, finish, fit and install flat glass and mirrors.
Trade occupation in the OFO source
More official OFO detail
Specialisations: Film Fitter, Glass Beveller, Mirror Silverer, Window Glass Fitter, Mirror Installer, Leadlight Glazier, Glass Cutter, Glazier Installer
- Examining glass and marking defective areas
- Determining type and dimensions of glass required
- Laying glass over patterns on padded tables and in jigs
- 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
- Measuring and marking glass for cutting
- Smoothing rough edges, using belt sanders and smoothing wheels
- May coat, cut, etch, trim and treat glass to achieve special effects
2. Demand status
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7. Industry, sector and provincial context
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10. Sources for this page
- DHET Organising Framework for Occupations (OFO 2021) · Planned
- DHET Occupations in High Demand · Planned
- Critical Skills List · Planned
- QCTO qualifications and occupational certificates · Planned
- Stats SA Quarterly Labour Force Survey · Planned
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