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Evaluate vehicle bodywork for damage and identify repair requirements

Evaluate vehicle bodywork for damage and identify repair requirements

Unit of competency
National Code
AURVNN001
State Code
WI957
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
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
030509 - Automotive Body Construction
Original Release Date
26/06/2015
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes required to evaluate the bodywork of a vehicle for damage and to identify the materials, equipment and processes required to repair it. It involves using vehicle paint, body and mechanical technical knowledge; and locating, evaluating and documenting relevant information when selecting materials, equipment and processes.The unit applies to those evaluating the bodywork of a vehicle for damage and selecting materials, equipment and processes to repair the vehicle in a vehicle repair or vehicle loss assessment environment. Vehicles may include 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 work
  • 1.1 Work instructions are used to determine job requirements
  • 1.2 Workplace and workplace safety requirements are read and complied with
  • 1.3 Workplace policies and procedures, legal requirements, and component supplier specifications are read and interpreted
  • 1.4 Safety equipment, tooling equipment, and materials and equipment are selected and checked
2. Assess vehicle bodywork for damage
  • 2.1 Vehicle to be inspected is located
  • 2.2 Preferred dismantling and inspection methods are determined that conform to workplace policies and procedures, legal requirements, and vehicle manufacturer and component supplier specifications
  • 2.3 Vehicle system and components are dismantled and inspected to determine vehicle damage and faults
  • 2.4 Vehicle is inspected in line with workplace policies and procedures, legal requirements, vehicle manufacturer and component supplier specifications, safety requirements and workplace environmental practices
  • 2.5 Suitability of vehicle for insurance is determined according to workplace policies and procedures
3. Gather data and specifications
  • 3.1 Bodywork process specifications are identified and documented
  • 3.2 Staff and management are consulted to identify additional or altered specifications
  • 3.3 Existing materials and equipment are evaluated
  • 3.4 Data and specifications are compiled and documented
4. Evaluate and select materials, equipment and processes
  • 4.1 Materials and equipment options are determined
  • 4.2 Materials and equipment are assessed for quality finish and conformity to standards
  • 4.3 Specifications of materials and equipment are compared for performance and cost
  • 4.4 Commercial, environmental and safety impact of materials and equipment selection are determined
  • 4.5 Materials, equipment and processes are selected based on performance, cost, specifications and impact comparison
  • 4.6 Evaluation process is documented as required by organisational policies and procedures, and legal requirements
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WC307 AURVNN4001 Evaluate vehicle bodywork for damage and identify repair requirements Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
ODJ83 AURVNN101 Evaluate vehicle bodywork for damage and identify repair requirements Unit of competency