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Diagnose and rectify braking systems

Diagnose and rectify braking systems

Unit of competency
National Code
MEM27009
State Code
OAT29
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
26/06/2019
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
Field of Education
030503 - Vehicle Mechanics
Original Release Date
Nominal Hours
54
Description
This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to check and assess braking systems, and replace/repair/overhaul braking system components associated with mobile equipment.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.Band: AUnit Weight: 6
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Determine job requirements
  • 1.1 Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs)
  • 1.2 Comply with work health and safety (WHS) requirements at all times
  • 1.3 Use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) in accordance with SOPs
  • 1.4 Identify job requirements from specifications, drawings, job sheets or work instructions
2 Check and assess braking system
  • 2.1 Identify braking system types, components and arrangements, including anti-lock systems
  • 2.2 Apply knowledge of friction and heat principles and component functions to check and assess braking system operation
  • 2.3 Assess braking system, including control devices, for compliance with relevant specifications, regulations and standards
  • 2.4 Assess serviceability of friction materials, discs and drums
  • 2.5 Assess braking system communication and control modules and bus connections for correct operation and compliance with specifications
  • 2.6 Measure and record minimum operating dimensions and determine corrective action
  • 2.7 Diagnose faults to component level and determine appropriate corrective action
3 Rectify and overhaul braking system components
  • 3.1 Interpret characteristics of surface finishes and wear patterns associated with braking components
  • 3.2 Interpret measurements and part condition when determining reuse/replacement
  • 3.3 Remove braking system components and disassemble
  • 3.4 Clean components using appropriate fluid and procedure
  • 3.5 Adjust friction material to reaction member clearance to specification
  • 3.6 Ensure system is free of leaks/restrictions after repair work
  • 3.7 Adjust all levers, linkages and pedal clearances to specifications
  • 3.8 Recommission and test braking system according to manufacturer recommendations or appropriate standard/regulation
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
W5580 MEM18035B Diagnose and rectify braking systems Unit of competency