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Use and maintain vehicle body repair hand tools

Use and maintain vehicle body repair hand tools

Unit of competency
National Code
AURVTK001
State Code
AWZ95
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
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
13/07/2016
Nominal Hours
15
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes required to select, use and maintain body repair hand tools in an automotive body repair workplace. It involves preparing for the task, identifying and using tools according to their operating procedures and maintenance requirements, and completing workplace processes and documentation.It applies to those working in the automotive body service and repair industry.No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Select and use body repair hand tools
  • 1.1 Job requirements are determined from workplace instructions
  • 1.2 Tools are selected to meet job requirements
  • 1.3 Tools are checked for serviceability according to workplace procedures and manufacturer requirements
  • 1.4 Personal protective equipment (PPE) suitable for tools to be used is selected and checked for serviceability
  • 1.5 Tools, including PPE, are used according to manufacturer procedures and safety requirements
2. Service, maintain and store body repair hand tools
  • 2.1 Tools are serviced, adjusted and maintained according to workplace and manufacturer schedules and procedures to ensure safe and accurate operation, within scope of own responsibility
  • 2.2 Damaged or worn tools are tagged and removed from workplace and reported according to workplace procedures
  • 2.3 Remaining tools and equipment are cleaned, checked and stored according to workplace procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WF483 AURVTK2001 Use and maintain vehicle body repair hand tools Unit of competency