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Fabricate and fit loose and fitted covers to vehicle seats and components

Fabricate and fit loose and fitted covers to vehicle seats and components

Unit of competency
National Code
AURVTT013
State Code
AWZ10
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
14/04/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
13/07/2016
Field of Education
030513 - Upholstery And Vehicle Trimming
Original Release Date
13/07/2016
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes required to measure, mark out and cut materials in order to fabricate and fit covers to vehicle seats and components. It involves preparing for the task, selecting and using specialist tools and equipment, selecting materials and checking their quality, following manufacturer and customer instructions, inspecting finished work, and completing workplace processes and documentation.It applies to those working in the automotive trimming industry.No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare to fabricate loose and fitted covers
  • 1.1 Job requirements are determined from workplace instructions
  • 1.2 Materials are selected and inspected for quality and quantities are calculated
  • 1.3 Hazards associated with the work are identified and risks are managed
  • 1.4 Tools and equipment, including personal protective equipment (PPE), are selected for appropriate fabrication methods and checked for serviceability
  • 1.5 Work area is prepared and work is planned to minimise waste and use time efficiently
2. Measure, mark out and cut materials
  • 2.1 Templates and specialist tools and equipment are selected and used according to safety and environmental requirements
  • 2.2 Materials are marked out and cut according to patterns, templates workplace instructions, manufacturer specifications and fitting requirements
3. Fabricate, install and fasten covers
  • 3.1 Covers are fabricated and assembled according to job requirements and workplace instructions
  • 3.2 Covers are installed and fastened without causing damage to vehicle or components
  • 3.3 Fitted covers are checked for alignment and quality according to job requirements, workplace procedures and manufacturer specifications
4. Complete work processes
  • 4.1 Final inspection is made to ensure work meets workplace expectations and component is presented ready for use
  • 4.2 Work area is cleaned, waste and non-recyclable materials are disposed of, and recyclable material is collected and stored
  • 4.3 Tools and equipment are checked, reported if faulty, and stored according to workplace procedures
  • 4.4 Workplace documentation is processed according to workplace procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WF565 AURVTT3013 Fabricate loose and fitted covers Unit of competency