Elements and Performance Criteria

Work includes interpreting team 'on the day' specifications at an event, finalising technical preparation, conducting pre-event checks, preparing vehicle for scrutineering, conducting between-race maintenance, cleaning up the work area and finalising documentation
For the purpose of this unit of competence, a race is defined as each of the items in a program such as a heat, final, test run, time trial, promotional ride, etc., as distinct from a race meeting or event
Components/systems to be inspected include, but are not limited to, consumable items such as tyres, brake pads, etc., and non-consumable components such as steering linkages, driveshafts, etc.

OH&S requirements include State/Territory and Commonwealth legislation, material safety management systems, controlling body requirements, manufacturer specifications and local safe operating procedures
Work is carried out in accordance with legislative obligations (including environmental requirements), health regulations, manual handling procedures and team insurance requirements
Work requires individuals to demonstrate analytical and organisational ability, judgement and problem-solving skills in the preparation of a competition vehicle at an event

Vehicle settings may include:
aerodynamic devices
engine/engine management
driveline including gear ratios
suspension
driver/rider comfort considerations
fuel load
brakes
data acquisition system

Tooling and equipment is to include, but may not be limited to measuring devices, refuelling equipment and hand tools

Personal protective equipment is to include that prescribed under legislation, regulations and enterprise policies and practices

Controlling body rules, category rules and supplementary regulations
Team procedures and standards relating to performing competition vehicle preparation procedures at an event
Task instructions including worksheets, checklists, plans, drawings and designs
Team procedures relating to reporting and communication
Team procedures relating to the use of tooling and equipment
Manufacturer/component supplier specifications and application procedures for test equipment and material
Australian Design Rules (where applicable)

Critical aspects of evidence
Interpret and apply team requirements, controlling body and category rules and supplementary regulations
Correctly apply and use safety equipment and personal protective equipment

Follow task instructions, operating procedures and inspection processes to:

minimise the risk of injury to self or others
prevent damage to competition vehicle or equipment
achieve required outcomes within team time and quality standards

Correctly perform competition vehicle preparation procedures on at least two (2) occasions. At least one (1) of these must be at and during an event. Each of the following must be covered:

finalise technical preparation prior to a race
conduct pre and post-race checks and maintenance
prepare a vehicle for scrutineering
Work effectively with others
Modify activities to cater for variations in workplace context and environment

Underpinning knowledge
Controlling body rules, category rules and supplementary regulations and team requirements/job specifications
Work area layout at an event
Preparation processes applicable to competition vehicles at an event
Scrutineering requirements and inspection techniques
Gear ratio calculations
Pre-race checks and between-race maintenance conduct
Record keeping techniques
Equipment faults and component defects reporting procedures
Workplace guidelines regarding acceptable tolerance levels
OH&S policies and procedures

Specific key competencies, underpinning and employability skills required to achieve the performance criteria
These include a number of processes that are learned throughout work and life, which are required in most jobs. Some of these are covered by the national key competencies, although others may be added. The details below highlight how these competencies are to be applied in the attainment of this unit.

Application of the key competencies in this unit are to satisfy the nominated level in which:

Level 1 - relates to working effectively within set conditions and processes;
Level 2 - relates to the management or facilitation of conditions or processes; and
Level 3 - relates to the design, development and evaluation of conditions or process.
How will the candidate apply the following key competency in this unit? The candidate will need to:

Collect, analyse and organise information
Collect, organise and understand information related to competition vehicle preparation, team requirements, category rules and supplementary regulations, component suppliers' specifications, plans and safety procedures
(Level 2)

Communicate ideas and information
Communicate ideas and information to enable clarification of requirements, coordination of work with supervisors and other team members and the reporting of work outcomes and problems
(Level 2)

Plan and organise activities
Plan and organise activities including the preparation and layout of the work area and the coordination of equipment, systems and material to avoid backtracking, workflow interruptions or wastage
(Level 2)

Work with others and in a team
Work with others to foster the team by recognising dependencies and using cooperative approaches to optimise workflow and productivity
(Level 2)

Use mathematical ideas and techniques
Use mathematical ideas and techniques to correctly complete measurements and calculations required during the preparation of a competition vehicle
(Level 2)

Solve problems
Use pre-checking and inspection techniques to anticipate preparation problems, in order to work efficiently and effectively
(Level 2)

Use technology
Use workplace technology related to preparation of a competition vehicle including tooling, equipment, measuring devices and computers
(Level 2)

Resource implications
Access to competition vehicles and associated tooling in real or simulated situations involving the application of preparation techniques and the related computing, operational and inventory support systems
Access to real or simulated work areas, material, equipment and information on work specifications, team requirements, organisational procedures, safety procedures and regulations, and quality standards

Method of assessment
Assessment methods must confirm consistency of performance over time and in a range of workplace contexts.
Assessment should be by direct observation of tasks and questioning on underpinning knowledge.
Assessment should be conducted over time and may be in conjunction with assessment of other units of competence

Context of assessment
Assessment may occur on the job or in a workplace simulated facility with process equipment, material, work instructions and deadlines