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Repair vehicle body components using lead wiping

Repair vehicle body components using lead wiping

Unit of competency
National Code
AURVTN021
State Code
AWZ74
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
030511 - Panel Beating
Original Release Date
13/07/2016
Nominal Hours
30
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes required to carry out lead wiping and lead filling repairs to damaged vehicle body components. It involves preparing for the task, selecting and using specialist tools and lead wiping equipment, cleaning and tinning metal surfaces, heating and applying lead and lead wiping to complete repairs, finishing repairs to pre-paint condition, and completing workplace processes and documentation.It applies to those working in the automotive body repair 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 repair body components using lead wiping
  • 1.1 Job requirements are determined from workplace instructions
  • 1.2 Lead wiping materials are selected and checked for quality and safety data sheets (SDS) are identified and interpreted
  • 1.3 Hazards associated with the work are identified and risks are managed
  • 1.4 Lead wiping tools and equipment and personal protective equipment (PPE) are identified and checked for serviceability
  • 1.5 Work area is prepared and work is planned to minimise waste and use time efficiently
2. Apply lead wiping for repair
  • 2.1 Metal on body panel to be repaired is cleaned thoroughly and prepared for tinning
  • 2.2 Tinning paste is applied to metal surface according to product manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures
  • 2.3 Body solder is heated to workable consistency and shaped using appropriate lead wiping tool
  • 2.4 Lead wiping is carried out according to safety and environmental requirements
  • 2.5 Repair area is filed using a body file and finished to pre-paint condition and workplace standards
3. Complete work processes
  • 3.1 Final inspection is made to ensure work meets workplace expectations and components are presented ready for painting
  • 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
WF507 AURVTN3021 Repair body components using lead wiping Unit of competency