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Remove, inspect and fit earthmoving and off-the-road wheel and rim assemblies

Remove, inspect and fit earthmoving and off-the-road wheel and rim assemblies

Unit of competency
National Code
AURKTJ012
State Code
OAK12
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
07/12/2018
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
15/03/2019
Field of Education
030503 - Vehicle Mechanics
Original Release Date
15/03/2019
Nominal Hours
35
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes required to remove, inspect and fit earthmoving and off-the-road (OTR) wheel and rim assemblies and fasteners for fitment. It involves assessing and controlling risks, preparing for the task, removing, inspecting and refitting wheel and rim assemblies, inflating the tyre and completing workplace processes and documentation.It applies to those who fit wheel assemblies and rim assemblies of not less than 600 mm (24 inches) nominal diameter.Licensing, legislative, regulatory, Australian standards 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. Assess and control risk
  • 1.1 Identify and control hazardous conditions in work environment
  • 1.2 Identify and control hazardous wheel and rim assembly conditions, noting points where safety checks are required
  • 1.3 Obtain and interpret emergency procedures and be prepared for fires, accidents and emergencies
  • 1.4 Identify hazards and environmental issues, assess potential risks, and implement control measures in line with workplace policies
2. Prepare to remove wheel and rim assembly from vehicle
  • 2.1 Obtain and interpret manufacturer instructions, original equipment manufacturer (OEM) specifications, workplace procedures safety information and applicable standards for earthmoving and off-the-road tyres
  • 2.2 Obtain, interpret, clarify and confirm work requirements
  • 2.3 Plan sequence of work, noting points where safety checks are required
  • 2.4 Select and wear personal protective equipment appropriate for work activities
  • 2.5 Coordinate and communicate planned activities with others at the site prior to commencement of work activity
  • 2.6 Select and inspect tools and equipment according to manufacturer instructions and workplace procedures
  • 2.7 Identify wheel and rim assembly type, fastening system and handling equipment required to complete work activity
  • 2.8 Clean wheel and rim assembly, and inspect visually for damage, wear, corrosion, foreign material, cracks and compatibility of components to assess potential health and safety threats according to workplace procedures
3. Remove wheel and rim assembly from vehicle
  • 3.1 Isolate, jack, raise and support vehicle according to workplace procedures, including vertical mounting procedures
  • 3.2 Deflate tyre before removal from vehicle according to workplace procedures
  • 3.3 Verify appropriate deflation of tyre in line with workplace procedures and OEM requirements
  • 3.4 Remove tyre, wheel and rim assembly according to workplace procedures and without causing component damage or injury
  • 3.5 Apply workplace procedures for transport and storage of wheel and rim assembly
4. Inspect mounting surfaces and fasteners
  • 4.1 Visually inspect mounting components, fasteners and surfaces for damage, wear, corrosion, foreign material and cracks according to manufacturer instructions and workplace procedures, and discard damaged fasteners
  • 4.2 Record and report findings according to workplace procedures
5. Fit wheel and rim assembly
  • 5.1 Compare condition of wheel and rim assembly against manufacturer specifications and ensure it is suitable for application, managing non-conformance as per workplace procedures
  • 5.2 Assess cleanliness of mating surfaces, and clean where required
  • 5.3 Fit wheel and rim assembly using handling equipment according to workplace procedures
  • 5.4 Check positioning and alignment of wheel and rim assembly prior to fastening
  • 5.5 Vertically mount wheel and rim assembly in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 5.6 Apply wheel and rim assembly tightening sequence and torque settings according to manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures
6. Inflate tyre
  • 6.1 Identify and apply tyre inflation safety procedures prior to inflating tyre
  • 6.2 Inflate tyre according to workplace procedures and manufacturer recommendations
  • 6.3 Monitor tyre, wheel and rim assembly during inflation according to workplace procedures
7. Complete work processes
  • 7.1 Lower vehicle according to workplace procedures
  • 7.2 Re-check wheel and rim fastener torque settings according to workplace procedures and manufacturer specifications
  • 7.3 Check wheel and rim assembly clearances according to manufacturer specifications
  • 7.4 Perform final inspection to ensure work meets workplace requirements
  • 7.5 Inspect and store tools and equipment according to workplace procedures, tagging or reporting where necessary
  • 7.6Complete and process workplace documentation according to workplace procedures
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