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Provide vehicle total loss assessments

Provide vehicle total loss assessments

Unit of competency
National Code
AURVNA002
State Code
WI950
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
16/01/2015
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
26/06/2015
Field of Education
030503 - Vehicle Mechanics
Original Release Date
26/06/2015
Nominal Hours
30
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes required to provide a vehicle total loss assessment. It involves determining vehicle damage and repair action and cost, calculating prior accident and salvage values, and completing post-assessment documentation.The unit applies to those undertaking a total loss assessment of a damaged vehicle in the loss assessment environment. Loss assessment may relate to 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 vehicle assessment
  • 1.1 Assessment information is gathered
  • 1.2 Assessment information is reviewed and interpreted
  • 1.3 Materials, resources and safety equipment are located and checked for safe use
2. Inspect vehicle
  • 2.1 Vehicle assessment process is determined and followed
  • 2.2 Vehicle to be inspected is located
  • 2.3 Workplace policies and procedures, safety requirements and workplace environmental practices and policies are read and complied with
  • 2.4 Vehicle is inspected to ensure compliance with insurance claim requirements in line with compliance requirements
  • 2.5 Preferred dismantling and inspection methods are determined that conform to workplace policies and procedures and vehicle manufacturer, component supplier, and legal requirements
  • 2.6 Dismantling and inspection methods are communicated to repair estimator
  • 2.7 Damage and faults to vehicle system and components are determined
  • 2.8 Required outsourcing to specialist services is determined
3. Determine vehicle repair action
  • 3.1 Preferred repair method for vehicle system and components is selected that conforms to vehicle workplace policies and procedures and vehicle manufacturer, component supplier, and legal requirements
  • 3.2 Preferred repair methods for paint, trim and accessories are selected that conform to workplace policies and procedures and vehicle manufacturer, component supplier, and legal requirements
  • 3.3 Job procedures are determined that use exchanged or recycled parts as appropriate
  • 3.4 Repair methods are communicated and agreed with repairer and/or specialist services
  • 3.5 Estimated cost of repairs is calculated
  • 3.6 Settlement action is decided
4. Calculate total loss value
  • 4.1 Valuation supporting documentation is compiled
  • 4.2 Salvage value is determined
  • 4.3 Total loss calculation is performed
  • 4.4 Research and validation of vehicle prior accident values and salvage value are conducted
5. Complete post-assessment documentation
  • 5.1 Written-Off Vehicles Register (WOVR) information is completed according to relevant state or territory regulations, and workplace policies and procedures
  • 5.2 Vehicle assessment report is completed, including recommended settlement
  • 5.3 WOVR entry information and vehicle assessment report are submitted according to workplace policies and procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WC300 AURVNA4002 Provide vehicle total loss assessment Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BFZ3 AUR40520 Certificate IV in Vehicle Loss Assessing Qualification
J843 AUR40514 Certificate IV in Vehicle Loss Assessing Qualification