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Inspect motorsport vehicles and equipment for compliance

Inspect motorsport vehicles and equipment for compliance

Unit of competency
National Code
AURMLA3003
State Code
WF264
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
17/01/2013
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
08/07/2013
Field of Education
030503 - Vehicle Mechanics
Original Release Date
08/07/2013
Nominal Hours
20
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to inspect competition vehicles and safety equipment for compliance with applicable motorsport rules and regulations. It also includes inspecting the drivers' documents, clothing and equipment.No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for scrutineering
  • 1.1. Be conversant with rules and regulations governing vehicle and driver eligibility and safety criteria for the event
  • 1.2. Ensure the scrutineering bay has all necessary tools and equipment to perform tests and measurements
  • 1.3. Assess and confirm that safety and other risk management issues are within acceptable levels, within own area of responsibility
  • 1.4. Ensure all necessary documentation is on hand
  • 1.5. Report any concerns promptly to Chief Scrutineer or Clerk of Course
  • 1.6. Attend pre-event briefing session
2. Confirm driver eligibility
  • 2.1. Examine each driver's documents to confirm status and eligibility for the event
  • 2.2. Examine each driver's clothing and equipment for compliance with safety specifications
3. Confirm vehicle compliance
  • 3.1. Examine each vehicle to ensure it complies with mechanical and safety specifications for the event
  • 3.2. Complete an inspection report for each vehicle
  • 3.3. Document any discrepancies in log book
  • 3.4. Impound defective parts, components or whole vehicles, where necessary
4. Monitor vehicle compliance
  • 4.1. Observe vehicles in the assembly and starting areas to identify any mechanical or safety problems
  • 4.2. Oversee work done on vehicle during pit stops to ensure it is in accordance with relevant rules and regulations
  • 4.3. Examine vehicle damage after an incident to ascertain roadworthiness for re-entry into the event
  • 4.4. Prepare damage reports on vehicles and note logbook, as required
5. Communicate decisions and complete reports
  • 5.1. Advise Chief Scrutineer or Clerk of Course of any breach of compliance
  • 5.2. Manage the reactions of participants to decisions in accordance with rules, regulations and Officials Code of Conduct
  • 5.3. Ensure inspection reports are completed accurately and signed
  • 5.4. Complete a scrutineer's report at the end of the event
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. 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.
Motorsports
Motorsports may include:
automobile (car, truck and cart), motorcycle and powerboat events
competitions and practice sessions
circuit, track, speedway, rally, road and off-road events
club, state/territory, national and international events
Rules and regulations
Rules and regulations may include:
current edition of the relevant National Competition Rules (NCR)
supplementary regulations for the event or competition
organisations' rules, policies and procedures regarding competent and ethical officiating, dress requirements and protocols, health and safety, and other values underpinning the activity
professional association regulations and codes of conduct
Australian Sports Commission Officials Code of Conduct policy
relevant national, state/territory or local government regulations and guidelines
Federation Internationale de l'Automobile (FIA) and Federation Internationale Motocycliste (FIM) policies and procedures
Eligibility criteria
Eligibility criteria will vary according to different motorsport categories and may include regulations or specifications for:
participant or competitor registration or licence
participant or competitor safety apparel and equipment
fitness of the person to participate in the event
vehicle markings, including advertising
vehicle construction
engine capacity
mechanical components and systems (e.g. brakes, exhaust, steering and driveline)
safety devices (e.g. fire protection, safety cage, roll bars and safety harness)
windscreens and window nets
vehicle weight
noise emission
wheels and tyres
fuels, lubricants and consumables
Tools and equipment
Tools and equipment used to check vehicle compliance may include:
computerised diagnostic equipment
multimeters
dynamometers
measuring equipment (e.g. micrometers, depth gauges, vernier calipers, dial gauges and pressure gauges)
exhaust gas analysers
Communication skills
Communication skills to manage the reactions of participants to decisions may include:
addressing people politely
clarifying the relevant rule or regulation
presenting information in logical order
refraining from swearing, arguing or fighting
remaining patient
refraining from interrupting
speaking clearly
using language that is not patronising but at a suitable level
using body language and voice in an assertive but not aggressive manner
using non-discriminatory language
using effective listening and speaking skills
verifying what has been said or done and why it has been said or done
Information/documents
Sources of information/documents may include:
hardcopy and electronic media
verbal, written and graphical information
safe work procedures related to motorsport officiating and volunteering
regulatory/legislative requirements pertaining to motorsport officiating and volunteering
NCR and event supplementary regulations
motorsport organisation manuals, codes of conduct, policies and procedures
controlling body rules, category rules and supplementary regulations
event policies and procedures relating to work areas, authorities and lines of communication
task instructions, including briefings, worksheets, checklists and plans
WHS requirements
WHS requirements are to be in accordance with applicable commonwealth, state or territory legislation and regulations, and organisational safety policies and procedures, and may include:
personal protective equipment and clothing
safety equipment
first aid equipment
hazard and risk control
elimination of hazardous materials and substances
manual handling, including shifting, lifting and carrying
emergency procedures
Legislative requirements
Legislative requirements are to be in accordance with applicable commonwealth, state or territory legislation, regulations, certification requirements and codes of practice, and may include:
award and enterprise agreements
industrial relations
confidentiality and privacy
WHS
the environment
equal opportunity
anti-discrimination
relevant industry codes of practice
duty of care
Environmental requirements
Environmental requirements may include but are not limited to:
waste management
noise
habitat, flora and fauna protection
clean-up management
Organisational policies and procedures
Organisational policies and procedures may include:
WHS, sustainability, environment, equal opportunity and anti-discrimination policies and procedures
industry codes of practice
safe work procedures
communication, reporting and recording procedures
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
Assessors must be satisfied that the candidate can competently and consistently:
demonstrate sufficient knowledge of relevant rules and regulations and the ability to apply them to determine eligibility of vehicles and participants
act as a scrutineer in at least two (2) motorsport events
use relevant tools, instruments and equipment
conduct all activities in accordance with safety and risk management procedures
practice fairness and ethical behaviour in the application of rules and regulations
communicate decisions and manage outcomes in accordance with relevant rules, regulations and guidelines
complete documents and reports accurately.
Context of, and specific resources for assessment
The application of competency is to be assessed in the workplace or a simulated environment that reflects as far as possible the actual working environment.
Assessment is to occur using standard and authorised work practices, safety requirements and environmental constraints.
Assessment is to comply with relevant regulatory requirements, including specified Australian standards.
Where applicable, reasonable adjustment must be made to work environments and training situations to accommodate ethnicity, age, gender, demographics and disability.
The following resources should be made available:
access to relevant rules and regulations, codes and guidelines
access to suitable motorsport events
access to facilities, tools and equipment to check vehicles
applicable personal protection and safety equipment and resources.
Method of assessment
Assessment must satisfy the endorsed Assessment Guidelines of this Training Package.
Assessment methods must confirm consistency and accuracy of performance (over time and in a range of workplace relevant contexts) together with application of Required Skills and Knowledge.
Assessment methods must be by direct observation of tasks and include questioning on Required Skills and Knowledge to ensure its correct interpretation and application.
Assessment may be applied under project-related conditions (real or simulated) and require evidence of process.
Assessment must confirm a reasonable inference that competency is able not only to be satisfied under the particular circumstance, but is able to be transferred to other circumstances.
Competence in this unit may be assessed in conjunction with other functional units which together form part of the holistic work role.
Guidance information for assessment
Assessment processes and techniques must be culturally sensitive and appropriate to the language and literacy capacity of the candidate and the work being performed.
Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D7627 AURMO3004A Inspect motorsport vehicles and equipment for compliance Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
AXC15 AURMLA003 Inspect vehicles and equipment at motor sport events for compliance Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
J397 AUR30912 Certificate III in Motorsport Technology Qualification