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Repair dry rot in a recreational vehicle

Repair dry rot in a recreational vehicle

Unit of competency
National Code
MSMRV361
State Code
AWC47
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
25
Description
This unit of competency covers the skills and knowledge required to identify and repair dry rot in a recreational vehicle. The dry rot will typically be in window frames/sills or the wall frame. The work will be carried out in a recreational vehicle service and repair facility.This unit of competency covers the preparation for, repair of and clean-up after repairing dry rot.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 the suspect timber and confirm it is affected by dry rot
  • 1.3 Establish the possible cause, extent and impact on structural integrity of the dry rot
  • 1.4 Determine what needs to be done and 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 Expose and remove the dry rot in accordance with devised procedures
  • 2.1 Use relevant hazard controls, including personal protective equipment (PPE)
  • 2.2 Remove items as required to expose the dry rot, maximising the potential for reuse
  • 2.3 Temporarily store items which are to be reused
  • 2.4 Examine all removed items and the adjacent parts of the caravan which have been revealed
  • 2.5 Remove damaged timber as required
  • 2.6 Identify any additional damage revealed and decide how it can be made good
  • 2.7 Negotiate with customer over any changes in job scope and cost
  • 2.8 Segregate and handle waste in accordance with procedures
3 Treat and replace damaged timber in accordance with devised procedures
  • 3.1 Use relevant hazard controls, including PPE
  • 3.2 Treat remaining timber as required
  • 3.3 Replace removed timber ensuring adequate structural integrity
  • 3.4 Trim as required
  • 3.5 Ensure new timber is attached as required
4 Rectify cause of dry rot
  • 4.1 Identify source of water causing dry rot
  • 4.2 Reseal to prevent ingress of water
5 Make good area of work in accordance with devised procedures
  • 5.1 Reinstate/replace removed items
  • 5.2 Check items are fixed appropriately
  • 5.3 Apply seals/sealing materials as required
  • 5.4 Trim as required
  • 5.5 Check items function as intended and make adjustments as required
6 Finish dry rot repair
  • 6.1 Check work undertaken 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
OFD43 MSMRV381 Repair recreational vehicle walls and roofs Unit of competency