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Perform pit lane/service area operations

Perform pit lane/service area operations

Unit of competency
National Code
AURM340951B
State Code
D7606
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
21/06/2011
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
12/10/2011
Field of Education
030503 - Vehicle Mechanics
Original Release Date
12/10/2011
Nominal Hours
16
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to perform pit lane and service operations within the time constraints of motorsport events. It requires the technical ability to prepare for vehicle stops, service and perform adjustments or emergency repairs during stops, and conduct post-stop clean-ups.No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for work
  • 1.1. Use team instructions/specifications and category rules and supplementary regulations to determine job requirements, including configuration, quality, equipment and quantities
  • 1.2. Observe occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements, including regulatory requirements, complying with controlling body rules, category rules and supplementary regulations, equipment and system isolation requirements, and personal protection needs, throughout the work
  • 1.3. Position equipment and tooling and eliminate hazards and obstacles to ensure path of movement
  • 1.4. Locate tooling and equipment and check for safe and effective operation
  • 1.5. Clean and lay out work area for job requirements
2. Follow pit lane/service area safety procedures
  • 2.1. Fit jacks and other lifting devices, including lifting lock-outs, prior to underbody servicing
  • 2.2. Follow fire hazard and prevention procedures according to team procedures or event category rules and supplementary regulations
  • 2.3. Use pit lane/service area signals according to team procedures, and event category rules and supplementary regulations
  • 2.4. Follow event category and supplementary regulations relating to pit lane/service area operations
  • 2.5. Monitor non-team persons access to pit area and walkways according to team procedures
3. Conduct pit stop/ competition vehicle service
  • 3.1. Check competition vehicle components according to team pit stop/service area schedule
  • 3.2. Perform minor adjustments in accordance with instructions
  • 3.3. Conduct emergency repairs in accordance with instructions
  • 3.4. Replace components, as required
  • 3.5. Modify work practices and pit stop/service area procedures to manage contingency issues
  • 3.6. Report problems to team members
4. Conduct post-stop clean-up
  • 4.1. Prepare and position tooling and equipment ready for the next vehicle stop
  • 4.2. Tag and shelve/store surplus components/consumables
  • 4.3. Clean spillage and dispose of correctly
  • 4.4. Complete team/event documentation
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
W2895 AURM340951A Perform pit lane/service area operations Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
WF278 AURMTA3005 Perform pit lane and service area operations Unit of competency
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