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Remove and refit vehicle batteries

Remove and refit vehicle batteries

Unit of competency
National Code
AURETR146
State Code
OCJ88
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
13/11/2020
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
31/03/2021
Field of Education
030505 - Automotive Electrics And Electronics
Original Release Date
31/03/2021
Nominal Hours
15
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to remove and refit lead-acid batteries from a vehicle. It involves preparing for the task, investigating battery types and connections, removing and refitting the battery from a vehicle, and completing workplace processes and documentation.The unit applies to those undertaking a Vocational Education and Training in Schools (VETiS) or pre-vocational qualification as preparation to entering the automotive service and repair or automotive manufacturing industry. The unit is designed for use in a highly supervised context.No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare to remove and refit battery
  • 1.1 Identify task requirements from task instructions, including vehicle battery to be worked on
  • 1.2 Obtain and interpret technical information and safe operating procedures for battery removal and refitting
  • 1.3 Identify potential hazards and risks associated with the task according to workplace health and safety and environmental requirements and report to workplace supervisor
  • 1.4 Implement control measures in line with workplace policies and procedures
  • 1.5 Identify tools and equipment required for battery removal and refitting and establish serviceability according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and workplace health and safety and environmental requirements
2. Remove battery
  • 2.1 Prepare vehicle for battery removal according to workplace procedures and workplace health and safety and environmental requirements
  • 2.2 Remove battery from vehicle according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and workplace health and safety and environmental requirements
  • 2.3 Inspect battery according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures, and workplace health and safety and environmental requirements
  • 2.4 Record battery inspection results according to workplace procedures
3. Refit battery
  • 3.1 Refit battery according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures, and workplace health and safety and environmental requirements
  • 3.2 Check vehicle for correct electrical operation according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures, and workplace health and safety and environmental requirements
4. Complete work processes
  • 4.1 Conduct final inspection according to workplace procedures and confirm vehicle is ready for use
  • 4.2 Clear work area and dispose of or recycle materials according to workplace procedures
  • 4.3 Complete documentation according to workplace procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WI933 AURETR046 Remove and refit vehicle batteries Unit of competency