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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
AURVNN101
State Code
ODJ83
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
13/11/2020
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
31/03/2021
Field of Education
030509 - Automotive Body Construction
Original Release Date
31/03/2021
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to evaluate the bodywork of a vehicle for damage and to identify the materials, equipment and processes required to repair it. This unit 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 who evaluate the bodywork of a vehicle for damage and select 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 Use work instructions to determine job requirements
  • 1.2 Read, interpret and comply with workplace policies, safety requirements, procedures, legal requirements, and component supplier specifications
  • 1.3 Select and check safety equipment, tooling equipment, and materials and equipment
2. Assess vehicle bodywork for damage
  • 2.1 Locate vehicle to be inspected
  • 2.2 Dismantle and inspect vehicle system and components to determine vehicle damage and faults
  • 2.3 Inspect vehicle in line with workplace policies and procedures, legal requirements, vehicle manufacturer and component supplier specifications, safety requirements and workplace environmental practices
  • 2.4 Determine suitability of vehicle for insurance according to workplace policies and procedures
3. Gather vehicle data and specifications
  • 3.1 Identify and document bodywork process specifications
  • 3.2 Consult staff and management to identify additional or altered specifications
  • 3.3 Evaluate existing materials and equipment
  • 3.4 Compile and document vehicle data and specifications
4. Evaluate and select materials, equipment and processes
  • 4.1 Determine materials and equipment options
  • 4.2 Assess materials and equipment for quality finish and conformity to standards
  • 4.3 Compare specifications of materials and equipment for performance and cost
  • 4.4 Determine commercial, environmental and safety impact of materials and equipment selection
  • 4.5 Select materials, equipment and processes based on performance, cost, specifications and impact comparison
  • 4.6 Document evaluation process as required by organisational policies and procedures, and legal requirements
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WI957 AURVNN001 Evaluate vehicle bodywork for damage and identify repair requirements Unit of competency