Elements and Performance Criteria

RANGE STATEMENT
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
WHS
WHS requirements include WHS legislation, safety management systems, hazardous substances and dangerous goods code, enterprise safe operating procedures and Australian Design Rules
Modifications
Modifications refer to suspension system components which have been altered from the standard manufacturer design either in material, shape, specification or adjustments according to an aftermarket component manufacturer with the intent of enhancing or improving the function of the standard suspension system
Legislative requirements
Work is carried out in accordance with legislative obligations, environmental legislation, WHS regulations, manual handling and lifting equipment procedures and enterprise insurance requirements
Work requirements
Work involves being able to correctly select and install products which will address the requirements of the customer and ensuring the customer is conversant with the altered ride and handling characteristics of their vehicle
Work also involves the ability to discuss requirements of the customer at a suitable technical level that does not intimidate or confuse the customer. It also includes being able to access technical information from workshop manuals, technical bulletins and manufacturer/component supplier publications of performance enhanced suspension system products to assist the customer to understand how their requirements may be achieved
Proposed modifications
Types of proposed modifications may include:
modified spring rates
modified shock absorbers and struts
modified sway bars
modified suspension bushes
modified torsion bars
removal of factory fitted electronic suspension systems and replacement with non-electronic components
Project parameters may include:
Project parameters may include:
whether work will be carried out in phases
requesting specific persons to carry out the work
using specific manufacturer/component supplier products
variation to product final adjustments
Suspension system components
Suspension system components may include:
shock absorbers and struts
coil springs
leaf springs
torsion bars
panhard rods
suspension bushes
bump stops
dust boots
shackle and sway bar bushes
ball joints
Service information
Service information may include:
workshop manuals
product manufacturer/component supplier specifications and guidelines
enterprise service information
customer product information
Suspension system adjustments
Suspension system adjustments may include:
setting adjustable shock absorbers
wheel hub bearing adjustments
Types of malfunctions
Types of malfunctions may include distorted suspension system components such as:
upper and lower control arms
struts
front cross member
rear axle housing
trailing arms
missing split pins
Types of documentation
Types of documentation may include:
enterprise job cards
customer vehicle history database
product warranties
computerised invoicing system

EVIDENCE GUIDE
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Overview of assessment

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Applying and using safety equipment and items of PPE
Selecting and fitting performance enhanced suspension system products to suit a customer requirements
Following task instructions, operating procedures and approved inspection processes to:
minimise risk of injury to self and others
prevent damage to workshop equipment and customer vehicles
achieve outcomes within quoted timeframes quality standards
Applying safe work practices
Correctly interpreting and communicating technical information
Applying safe and effective vehicle road testing techniques
Correctly completing workplace documentation
Working with and around other team members
Working effectively with others
Modifying work activities to cater for variations in workplace context and environment
Context of, and specific resources for assessment
Application of competence is to be assessed in the workplace or simulated worksite
Assessment is to occur using standard and authorised work practices, safety requirements and environmental constraints
Assessment is to comply with regulatory requirements, including Australian Standards
Assessment is to be conducted without additional assistance from supervision or other work colleagues except where it is normal practice to consult or clarify with others on matters pertinent to specific job tasks
Information accessed by an external assessor during assessment procedures, which is derived from enterprise policies and practices, must be treated as commercial-in-confidence and not passed on to unauthorised persons
The following resources should be made available:
workplace location or simulated workplace
material relevant to the selection and installation of performance enhanced suspension system products
equipment, hand and power tooling appropriate to the selection and installation of performance enhanced suspension system products
activities covering mandatory task requirements
specifications and work instructions
Candidate for assessment should be able to access resources to complete job tasks if they are deemed part of normal workplace job requirements. However, if assessment is to be conducted in a simulated work environment, resources must be provided but with additional verbal questioning to confirm how the candidate would access these resources in the workplace
Method of assessment
Assessment must satisfy the endorsed assessment guidelines of the automotive industry's RS&R Training Package
Assessment methods must confirm consistency and accuracy of performance together with application of underpinning knowledge
Assessment must be by direct observation of tasks, with questioning on underpinning knowledge and it must also reinforce the integration of key competencies
Assessment may be applied under project related conditions and require evidence of process
Assessment must confirm a reasonable inference that competence is able not only to be satisfied under the particular circumstance, but is able to be transferred to other circumstances
Assessment of workplace outcomes performance must only take place after a sufficient period of supervised practice and repetitive experience
Competence in this unit may be assessed in conjunction with other functional units which together form part of the holistic work role