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Repair vehicle structural damage by riveting

Repair vehicle structural damage by riveting

Unit of competency
National Code
AURVTN119
State Code
OCL98
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
030509 - Automotive Body Construction
Original Release Date
31/03/2021
Nominal Hours
30
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to repair structural damage on a vehicle, using riveting techniques. This unit involves preparing for the task, selecting and using specialist tools and equipment, repairing or replacing riveted panels, including straightening, realignment and attachment procedures, finishing repair to pre-paint condition, and completing workplace processes and documentation.The unit applies to those working in the automotive body repair 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 repair riveted structural damage
  • 1.1 Determine job requirements from workplace instructions
  • 1.2 Access and interpret structural repair and riveting information from original equipment manufacturer (OEM) or authorised agency’s specifications and workplace procedures
  • 1.3 Select and check materials for repair for quality
  • 1.4 Identify hazards associated with the work and manage risks
  • 1.5 Select tools and equipment and check for serviceability
  • 1.6 Prepare work area and plan work to minimise waste and use time efficiently
2. Carry out structural riveting procedures
  • 2.1 Repair or replace components according to OEM or approved agency’s riveting procedures, and equipment, safety and environmental requirements
  • 2.2 Seek assistance from authorised personnel where straightening, realigning and riveting of components disturb vehicle trim or electrical, mechanical or air conditioning systems
3. Carry out body measuring procedures
  • 3.1 Measure repaired and riveted structural components using workplace instructions and OEM or authorised agency’s approved methods and equipment
  • 3.2 Carry out measuring activities and compare measurements with OEM or authorised agency’s 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
AWZ76 AURVTN019 Repair vehicle structural damage by riveting Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BFY1 AUR32120 Certificate III in Automotive Body Repair Technology Qualification