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Carry out sewing repairs to automotive and marine trim

Carry out sewing repairs to automotive and marine trim

Unit of competency
National Code
AURVTT001
State Code
AWZ20
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 complete hand and machine sewing repairs to automotive or marine trim. It involves preparing for the task, selecting and using specialist sewing tools and equipment, selecting materials, calculating material quantity, conducting final inspection to ensure work meets workplace expectations and quality requirements, and repaired trim component is presented ready for use, and completing workplace processes and documentation.It applies to those working in the automotive and marine 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 carry out sewing repairs
  • 1.1 Job requirements are determined from workplace instructions
  • 1.2 Trim repair materials are selected and checked for quality
  • 1.3 Trim material quantities are calculated according to job requirements
  • 1.4 Hazards associated with the work are identified and risks are managed
  • 1.5 Tools and equipment, including sewing machines and personal protective equipment (PPE), are selected and checked for serviceability
  • 1.6 Work is planned to identify sewing repair methods, minimise waste, and use time effectively
2. Mark out and complete sewing repairs
  • 2.1 Sewing repairs are marked out according to material specifications and workplace procedures
  • 2.2 Sewing repairs are completed according to job requirements, safety and environmental requirements, and workplace quality standards and timeframes
3. Complete work processes
  • 3.1 Final inspection is made to ensure work meets workplace expectations and quality requirements, and repaired trim component is presented ready for use
  • 3.2 Work area is cleaned, waste and non-recyclable materials are disposed of, and recyclable material is collected and stored
  • 3.3 Tools and equipment are checked, reported if faulty, and stored according to workplace procedures
  • 3.4 Workplace documentation is processed according to workplace procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WF553 AURVTT2001 Carry out sewing repairs and alterations Unit of competency