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Remove, inspect and refit heavy vehicle wheel and tyre assemblies

Remove, inspect and refit heavy vehicle wheel and tyre assemblies

Unit of competency
National Code
AURHTJ103
State Code
OCJ61
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
13/11/2020
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
31/03/2021
Field of Education
030503 - Vehicle Mechanics
Original Release Date
31/03/2021
Nominal Hours
20
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to remove, inspect and refit the wheel and tyre assemblies of heavy vehicles. It involves identifying and confirming job requirements; preparing for the task; removing, inspecting and refitting the wheel and tyre assembly; and completing workplace processes and documentation. The unit applies to those who work in the automotive service and repair industry. The wheel and tyre assemblies include those of agricultural machinery, forklifts, heavy commercial vehicles or mobile plant machinery. This unit does not apply to off-the-road tyres of mobile plant machinery, motorcycle or light vehicle wheel assemblies.No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare to remove wheel and tyre assembly
  • 1.1 Identify job requirements from workplace instructions
  • 1.2 Identify required information for wheel and tyre removal, inspection and re-fitting activity
  • 1.3 Identify hazards and environmental issues, assess potential risks and implement control measures in line with workplace policies and procedures
  • 1.4 Identify tools, equipment and materials required for the job and establish serviceability according to workplace procedures
2. Remove and inspect wheel and tyre assembly
  • 2.1 Remove wheel and tyre assembly according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and workplace health and safety and environmental requirements
  • 2.2 Inspect wheel and tyre assembly, mounting points and fittings according to manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures
  • 2.3 Report inspection findings and make recommendations for necessary repairs according to workplace procedures
3. Refit wheel and tyre assembly
  • 3.1 Identify required information for refitting activity
  • 3.2 Re-fit and adjust wheel and tyre assembly according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and workplace health and safety requirements
  • 3.3 Complete tightening sequence and torque settings according to manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures
  • 3.4 Check wheel assembly for correct assembly and run-out according to manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures
4. Complete work processes
  • 4.1 Conduct final inspection according to workplace procedures and confirm vehicle is ready for use
  • 4.2 Clear work area and dispose of or recycle materials according to workplace procedures
  • 4.3 Complete documentation according to workplace procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AXD28 AURHTJ003 Remove, inspect and refit heavy vehicle wheel and tyre assemblies Unit of competency