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Fabricate and install automotive and marine soft top hoods

Fabricate and install automotive and marine soft top hoods

Unit of competency
National Code
AURVTT018
State Code
AWZ04
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
14/04/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
13/07/2016
Field of Education
030513 - Upholstery And Vehicle Trimming
Original Release Date
13/07/2016
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes required to measure, mark out and cut, and fabricate and install vehicle or marine soft top hoods. It involves preparing for the task, selecting and using specialist tools and equipment, selecting materials and checking their quality, fabricating and assembling soft top hoods according to vehicle manufacturer specifications and customer instructions, and completing workplace processes and documentation.It applies to those working in the automotive and marine trimming industry.No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare to fabricate soft top hood
  • 1.1 Job requirements are determined from workplace instructions
  • 1.2 Original equipment manufacturer (OEM) specifications and workplace procedures are accessed and interpreted
  • 1.3 Materials required to fabricate soft top hoods are selected and inspected for quality
  • 1.4 Hazards associated with the work are identified and risks are managed
  • 1.5 Tools and equipment, including personal protective equipment (PPE), are selected and checked for serviceability
  • 1.6 Work is planned to minimise waste and use time efficiently
2. Undertake fabrication and installation activities
  • 2.1 Material is measured, marked out and cut using patterns and templates and according to OEM specifications and workplace instructions
  • 2.2 Specialist tools and equipment are used according to safety and environmental requirements
  • 2.3 Soft top hood is fabricated and assembled according to job requirements, workplace procedures, and safety and environmental requirements
  • 2.4 Soft top hood is installed and fastened according to workplace procedures and without causing damage to vehicle or components
  • 2.5 Installation and fastening are checked for correct operational requirements
3. Complete work processes
  • 3.1 Final inspection is made to ensure work meets workplace expectations and vehicle or vessel is presented ready for use
  • 3.2 Work area is cleaned, waste and non-recyclable materials are disposed of, and recyclable material is collected and stored
  • 3.3 Tools and equipment are checked, reported if faulty, and stored according to workplace procedures
  • 3.4 Workplace documentation is processed according to workplace procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WF570 AURVTT3018 Fabricate and install soft tops hoods Unit of competency