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Provide vehicle loss assessments and identify repair requirements

Provide vehicle loss assessments and identify repair requirements

Unit of competency
National Code
AURVNA001
State Code
WI949
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
16/01/2015
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
26/06/2015
Field of Education
030503 - Vehicle Mechanics
Original Release Date
26/06/2015
Nominal Hours
80
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes required to provide a vehicle loss assessment and identify repair requirements. It involves determining vehicle damage and repair action and cost, preparing an assessment report, and completing post-assessment documentation.The unit applies to those undertaking a vehicle loss assessment and identifying repair requirements of a damaged vehicle in the loss assessment environment. Loss assessments may relate to light vehicles, commercial vehicles, heavy vehicles, agricultural and plant equipment, recreational vehicles and motorcycles.Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements may apply to this unit in some jurisdictions. Users are advised to check with the relevant regulatory authority.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for vehicle assessment
  • 1.1 Assessment information is gathered
  • 1.2 Assessment information is reviewed and interpreted
  • 1.3 Materials, resources and safety equipment are located and checked for safe use
2. Inspect vehicle
  • 2.1 Vehicle assessment process is determined and followed
  • 2.2 Vehicle to be inspected is located
  • 2.3 Safety requirements are read and complied with
  • 2.4 Vehicle is inspected in line with insurance claim requirements and workplace policies and procedures
  • 2.5 Preferred dismantling and inspection methods are determined that conform to workplace policies and procedures and vehicle manufacturer, component supplier, and legal requirements
  • 2.6 Dismantling and inspection methods are negotiated and agreed with the repair estimator in a fair and transparent manner
  • 2.7 Damage and faults to vehicle system and component are determined
  • 2.8 Required outsourcing to specialist services is determined
3. Determine vehicle repair action
  • 3.1 Preferred repair method for vehicle system and components is selected that conforms to workplace policies and procedures and vehicle manufacturer, component supplier, and legal requirements
  • 3.2 Preferred repair methods for paint, trim and accessories are selected that conform to workplace policies and procedures and vehicle manufacturer, component supplier, and legal requirements
  • 3.3 Job procedures are determined that use exchanged or recycled parts as appropriate
  • 3.4 Repair methods are communicated and agreed to with repairer and/or specialist services
  • 3.5 Estimated cost of repairs is calculated
  • 3.6 Settlement action is decided and agreed to with repairer and/or specialist services
4. Prepare assessment report
  • 4.1 Repairs are authorised where assess and authorise instructions are included in assessment information
  • 4.2 Where assess without prejudice is included in assessment information a settlement amount is determined and documented
  • 4.3 Recommendations are documented as required by industry and organisation
  • 4.4 Assessment report is completed, including either authorised estimated cost of repairs or settlement amount
5. Complete post-assessment administration
  • 5.1 Assessment report is submitted according to workplace policies and procedures
  • 5.2 Repairer invoice is compared against authorised cost estimate
  • 5.3 Discrepancies between invoice and authorised costs are investigated where applicable following industry codes and legislative requirements
  • 5.4 Payment of invoice is validated where the invoice and authorised costs are confirmed
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WC299 AURVNA4001 Provide vehicle loss assessment and identify repair requirements Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BFZ3 AUR40520 Certificate IV in Vehicle Loss Assessing Qualification
J843 AUR40514 Certificate IV in Vehicle Loss Assessing Qualification