Unit of competency Outline
Date retreived
23/07/2026 10:06 AM AWST
23/07/2026 10:06 AM AWST
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Cut and polish painted vehicle body panels
Cut and polish painted vehicle body panels
Unit of competency
National Code
AURVTP131
AURVTP131
State Code
OCJ10
OCJ10
TGA Status
Current
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Approved
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
31/03/2021
Field of Education
030507 - Automotive Vehicle Refinishing
Original Release Date
31/03/2021
Nominal Hours
25
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to cut and polish the painted surface of vehicle body panels. This unit involves planning and preparing for the task, identifying types of vehicle paint surfaces and finishes, cutting and polishing vehicle panels, and maintaining the work area, tools and equipment.This unit applies to those undertaking a Vocational Education and Training in Schools (VETiS) or pre-vocational qualification as preparation to entering the automotive service and repair or automotive manufacturing industry. The unit is designed for use in a highly supervised context.No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare to cut and polish vehicle body panel
- 1.1 Interpret task instructions and identify body panel to be worked on
- 1.2 Identify paint finish type and document according to workplace procedures
- 1.3 Source and interpret manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures for cutting and polishing body panel surface
- 1.4 Source and interpret safety and environmental requirements
- 1.5 Identify potential hazards and risks associated with task and report to workplace supervisor
- 1.6 Identify tools and equipment required for cutting and polishing body panel and check for serviceability
2. Cut and polish body panel
- 2.1 Use polishing tools and equipment according to workplace procedures and safety and environmental requirements, and without causing damage to vehicle components or systems
- 2.2 Use products according to vehicle paint finish type, workplace methods, and paint manufacturer specifications
- 2.3 Polish exterior paint finish according to workplace and manufacturer prescribed procedures
3. Complete work processes
- 3.1 Conduct final inspection according to workplace procedures and confirm vehicle is ready for use
- 3.2 Clear work area and dispose of or recycle materials according to workplace procedures
- 3.3 Complete documentation according to workplace procedures
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Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AWZ28 | AURVTP031 | Cut and polish painted vehicle body panels | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BFX9 | AUR20720 | Certificate II in Automotive Vocational Preparation | Qualification |