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Inspect vehicle damage and determine repair procedures

Inspect vehicle damage and determine repair procedures

Unit of competency
National Code
AURVTN032
State Code
AWZ65
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
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
34
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes required to inspect a vehicle for damage and determine suitable repair procedure. It involves preparing for the task, selecting and using measuring equipment, inspecting damage, determining repair requirements, 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 inspect vehicle damage
  • 1.1 Job requirements are determined from workplace instructions
  • 1.2 Vehicle specifications and repair procedures from original equipment manufacturer (OEM) or authorised agency are accessed and interpreted
  • 1.3 Hazards associated with the work are identified and risks are managed
  • 1.4 Vehicle to be inspected is located, checked and confirmed against vehicle information in workplace instructions
  • 1.5 Inspection methods are analysed, and most appropriate option for vehicle and job requirement is selected
  • 1.6 Materials and equipment required to conduct inspection are sourced and prepared
2. Inspect vehicle damage
  • 2.1 Vehicle is inspected to determine location and extent of direct and indirect damage according to OEM or authorised agency’s recommended procedures, workplace procedures and safety requirements
  • 2.2 Accurate measurements are taken and inspection findings are recorded, including photographs where appropriate, according to workplace procedures
  • 2.3 Vehicle inspection is completed without causing damage to vehicle or components
3. Complete repair report
  • 3.1 Vehicle inspection report and repair plan are prepared and given to appropriate personnel according to workplace procedures
  • 3.2 Direct and indirect damage to vehicle is clearly identified in report, based on workplace and OEM or authorised agency’s recommended repair procedures
  • 3.3 Report is checked for accuracy and completeness and finalised for submission to insurance company and/or customer according to workplace procedures
  • 3.4 Responses to queries about the damage inspection and repair report are provided when requested
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WF518 AURVTN4032 Determine vehicle damage and recommended repair procedures Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OCL87 AURVTN132 Inspect vehicle damage and determine repair procedures Unit of competency