Unit of competency Outline
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Balance wheels and tyres
Balance wheels and tyres
Unit of competency
National Code
AURTTJ011
AURTTJ011
State Code
OAK24
OAK24
TGA Status
Current
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Approved
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
15/03/2019
Field of Education
030503 - Vehicle Mechanics
Original Release Date
15/03/2019
Nominal Hours
10
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to balance automotive wheels and tyres. It involves identifying and confirming work requirements; preparing for the work; inspecting, balancing and refitting wheel and tyre assemblies; and completing workplace processes and documentation.It applies to those working within the automotive light vehicle service and repair or light vehicle wheel alignment industry. The wheels and tyres include those of agricultural machinery, heavy commercial vehicles, light vehicles, mobile plant machinery, motorcycles or trailers.No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare to balance wheels and tyres
- 1.1 Identify job requirements from workplace instructions
- 1.2 Obtain and interpret wheel balancing information from manufacturer specifications
- 1.3 Identify hazards and environmental issues, assess potential risks and implement control measures in line with workplace policies
- 1.4 Identify tools, equipment and materials required for the job and examine for serviceability
2. Conduct wheel and tyre pre-balance inspection
- 2.1 Carry out wheel and tyre pre-balance inspection according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and workplace health and safety requirements
- 2.2 Report inspection findings according to workplace procedures, including recommendations for necessary repair or replacement
3. Carry out balancing procedures
- 3.1 Inspect wheel balancing machine according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements
- 3.2 Balance wheel according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements without causing damage to wheel or tyre
4. Complete work processes
- 4.1 Carry out final inspection to ensure work meets workplace expectations and vehicle and wheels are ready for use
- 4.2 Clear work area and dispose of or recycle materials according to workplace procedures
- 4.3 Examine and store tools and equipment according to workplace procedures
- 4.4 Complete workplace documentation according to workplace procedures
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Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AXA71 | AURTTJ001 | Balance wheels and tyres | Unit of competency |