Unit of competency Outline
Date retreived
23/07/2026 8:23 AM AWST
23/07/2026 8:23 AM AWST
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Estimate jobs
Estimate jobs
Unit of competency
National Code
FNSIGN403A
FNSIGN403A
State Code
D4204
D4204
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
29/07/2014
Field of Education
080301 - Business Management
Original Release Date
29/07/2014
Nominal Hours
120
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to estimate the time requirements for jobs, gather cost estimates from external service providers, scope the job and produce and document the estimate. It encompasses inspecting vehicle/property to determine cause and extent of damage for preferred method of repair and determining a preferred method/strategy for restoration/repair.This unit may apply to job roles subject to licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements so Commonwealth, State or Territory requirements should be confirmed with the relevant body.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Estimate time requirements for jobs
- 1.1. Time estimates for job requirements are calculated based on industry times, staff estimates, standard service/repair times, relevant specifications, and subcontracted work time
- 1.2. Repair times are estimated and taken into account in consideration of whether repair is a viable option
- 1.3. Turn-around times for work completed by subcontractor are incorporated into total time estimates
2. Determine availability/source of parts/materials
- 2.1. Viability of replacement compared to repair is ascertained to meet appropriate standards and legal requirements where appropriate
- 2.2. Parts/material requirements are determined to ensure cost constraints are met
- 2.3. Availability of parts/materials and consumables is determined where required
3. Identify subcontract repair work costs for incorporation into the total estimated cost
- 3.1. Estimate is documented appropriately
- 3.2. Relevant repair requirements, scope of works, procedures and costs are documented in a logical order
- 3.3. Repair requirements are documented in detail whenever possible
- 3.4. Potential variations are noted on the estimate
4. Estimate total job costs
- 4.1. External repairers/service providers are given a clear outline of the work and time requirements of the job
- 4.2. Parts/materials and consumables are costed according to industry and/or enterprise pricing standards
- 4.3. Job cost estimate is documented and agreed with repairers/external service providers
- 4.4. Repair is approved or total loss settlement is agreed to in accordance with organisation procedures and legislation
- 4.5. The final estimate is documented
- 4.6. Variations estimate is prepared if required
RANGE STATEMENT
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
External repairers/service providers may be:
other departments
specialist businesses, such as towing and salvage contractors, repairers and investigators.
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
External repairers/service providers may be:
other departments
specialist businesses, such as towing and salvage contractors, repairers and investigators.
EVIDENCE GUIDE
The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Overview of assessment
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Evidence of the ability to:
accurately estimate time required for jobs
determine availability/source of parts/materials
identify subcontract repair work costs for incorporation into the total estimated cost
estimate total job costs.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure:
competency is demonstrated in the context of the work environment and conditions specified in the range statement either in a relevant workplace or a closely simulated work environment
access to and the use of a range of common office equipment, technology, software and consumables
access to organisation records
access to organisational policies and procedures.
Method of assessment
A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples, in combination, are appropriate for this unit:
evaluating an integrated activity, which combines the elements of competency for the unit, or a cluster of related units of competency
observing processes and procedures in workplaces
verbal or written questioning on underpinning knowledge and skills
evaluating samples of work
accessing and validating third party reports.
Guidance information for assessment
The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Overview of assessment
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Evidence of the ability to:
accurately estimate time required for jobs
determine availability/source of parts/materials
identify subcontract repair work costs for incorporation into the total estimated cost
estimate total job costs.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure:
competency is demonstrated in the context of the work environment and conditions specified in the range statement either in a relevant workplace or a closely simulated work environment
access to and the use of a range of common office equipment, technology, software and consumables
access to organisation records
access to organisational policies and procedures.
Method of assessment
A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples, in combination, are appropriate for this unit:
evaluating an integrated activity, which combines the elements of competency for the unit, or a cluster of related units of competency
observing processes and procedures in workplaces
verbal or written questioning on underpinning knowledge and skills
evaluating samples of work
accessing and validating third party reports.
Guidance information for assessment
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AUR57 | FNSIGN403 | Estimate jobs | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D714 | FNS41611 | Certificate IV in Loss Adjusting | Qualification |