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Service and repair mechanical automotive locking systems

Service and repair mechanical automotive locking systems

Unit of competency
National Code
MEM20033
State Code
OEW30
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
19/12/2022
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
19/04/2023
Field of Education
030715 - Precision Metalworking
Original Release Date
19/04/2023
Nominal Hours
54
Description
This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to identify service and repair requirements for mechanical automotive locking systems on commercial and private use vehicles.It applies to work on commercial and private use vehicles. It applies to mechanical locking systems. It requires an ability to safely remove, repair, service and replace components.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.Band: This unit has dual status and is to be regarded as both a Specialisation Band A unit and Specialisation Band B unit for progression to C5 (AQF level V).Unit Weight: 4
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Determine job requirements
  • 1.1 Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs)
  • 1.2 Comply with work health and safety (WHS) requirements at all times
  • 1.3 Select and use personal protective equipment (PPE) in accordance with SOPs
  • 1.4 Identify job requirements from specifications
2. Identify service and repair requirements
  • 2.1 Establish ownership and verify in accordance with organisational and industry procedures
  • 2.2 Obtain system and component specifications and other relevant information from appropriate sources and in accordance with organisational and customer requirements
  • 2.3 Establish service and repair requirements relevant to task in accordance with customer needs, SOPs and manufacturer specifications
3. Repair, replace and service automotive locking system
  • 3.1 Identify risks and hazards and make area safe in accordance with SOPs
  • 3.2 Select tools, equipment, materials and consumables, check for serviceability and use
  • 3.3 Inspect lock assemblies and components and remove, repair, service and replace in accordance with SOPs, industry practices and factors impacting on feasibility of repair
  • 3.4 Inspect sub-assemblies and assemblies, test and adjust for compliance to original factory assembly and functioning
4. Finalise servicing process
  • 4.1 Check function of entire locking system and make required adjustments for compliance with operational specifications
  • 4.2 Clean work area, tools and equipment and store in accordance with SOPs
  • 4.3 Complete documentation and process in accordance with SOPs
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
OAT99 MEM20012 Service and repair mechanical automotive locking systems Unit of competency