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Modify the body of a recreational vehicle

Modify the body of a recreational vehicle

Unit of competency
National Code
MSMRV358
State Code
AWC50
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
15/12/2015
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
04/05/2016
Field of Education
030509 - Automotive Body Construction
Original Release Date
04/05/2016
Nominal Hours
35
Description
This unit of competency covers the skills and knowledge required to make body modifications, such as installing additional access doors, drawers and similar modifications, to a recreational vehicle. The work will be carried out in a recreational vehicle service and repair facility.This unit of competency covers the preparation for, modification of and clean-up after the modification.The operator will be required to work to procedures, and follow plans/specifications, insurance requirements and customer needs. This unit of competency applies to an individual working alone or as part of a team/work group and working in liaison with other shift team members.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Plan the work
  • 1.1 Review the requirements of the work, including insurance requirements and customer needs
  • 1.2 Examine recreational vehicle and identify likely problems with the proposed location or nature of the modification
  • 1.3 Negotiate exact details of proposed modification with customer
  • 1.4 Confirm what needs to be done and determine how to do it
  • 1.5 Check required tools and jigs are available at the worksite
  • 1.6 Check required materials and components are available at the worksite
  • 1.7 Identify any hazards and the related hazard controls
  • 1.8 Check that hazard controls are in place and operational
  • 1.9 Query any items that are different to usual and clarify requirements
2 Make the required penetration in accordance with devised procedures
  • 2.1 Use relevant hazard controls, including personal protective equipment (PPE)
  • 2.2 Remove recreational vehicle components as required maximising the potential for reuse
  • 2.3 Cut through external cladding, interior panelling and frame as required
  • 2.4 Segregate and handle waste in accordance with procedures
  • 2.5 Temporarily store removed components which are to be reused
3 Refurbish as required
  • 3.1 Use relevant hazard controls, including PPE
  • 3.2 Examine all removed items and the adjacent parts of the caravan which have been revealed
  • 3.3 Identify any damage revealed and decide how it can be made good
  • 3.4 Negotiate with customer over any changes in job scope and cost
  • 3.5 Make good/replace as required
4 Install the required items in accordance with devised procedures
  • 4.1 Use relevant hazard controls, including PPE
  • 4.2 Install required items in accordance with the devised procedure
  • 4.3 Ensure items are attached as required
  • 4.4 Adjust as required
  • 4.5 Ensure items function as intended
5 Seal installed items in accordance with devised procedures
  • 5.1 Use relevant hazard controls, including PPE
  • 5.2 Apply seals/sealing material in accordance with the devised procedure
  • 5.3 Adjust/trim as required
  • 5.4 Ensure seals are effective
6 Finish body modifications
  • 6.1 Check all installed items have been fitted correctly and make any required adjustments
  • 6.2 Clean up recreational vehicle and make ready for hand back to customer
  • 6.3 Clean up work area, leaving it ready for the next job
  • 6.4 Segregate and handle waste in accordance with procedures
  • 6.5 Complete any required documentation/records
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Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OFD41 MSMRV384 Repair recreational vehicle internal items Unit of competency
OFD43 MSMRV381 Repair recreational vehicle walls and roofs Unit of competency