Unit of competency Outline

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Install external vehicle equipment

Install external vehicle equipment

Unit of competency
National Code
AURVTN043
State Code
ODV85
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
23/02/2022
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
08/07/2022
Field of Education
030503 - Vehicle Mechanics
Original Release Date
08/07/2022
Nominal Hours
45
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to assess the external safety features of a vehicle and install equipment to protect the vehicle body. This unit involves preparing for the task, assessing external safety features, selecting and installing external vehicle equipment and completing workplace procedures and documentation.It applies to those who work in the automotive service and repair industry in mechanical roles, operating with a small degree of autonomy in structured and stable contexts. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare to install external vehicle equipment
  • 1.1 Determine job requirements and interpret vehicle specifications from original equipment manufacturer (OEM) guides or authorised agency and workplace inspection procedures
  • 1.2 Confirm external vehicle equipment according to regulatory requirements, standards and safety data sheets (SDS)
  • 1.3 Select installation option according to the identified job requirements
  • 1.4 Identify hazards and environmental issues associated with work tasks, assess potential risks and implement control measures according to workplace policies and procedures
  • 1.5 Prepare tools and equipment according to workplace procedures
2. Assess external vehicle safety features
  • 2.1 Conduct safety inspection of vehicle body according to workplace policies and procedures
  • 2.2 Report on vehicle safety features according to SDS
  • 2.3 Select and source external vehicle equipment according to job requirements
  • 2.4 Check external vehicle equipment for serviceability
3. Complete installation and test external vehicle equipment
  • 3.1 Install external vehicle equipment according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements, without interfering with existing systems
  • 3.2 Conduct post-installation testing of external vehicle equipment and rectify faults where required according to workplace policies and procedures
  • 3.3 Conduct final inspection and confirm vehicle is ready for use according to road safety standards
4. Complete work processes
  • 4.1 Clean work area, collect recyclable material and dispose of waste and non-recyclable materials
  • 4.2 Store tools and equipment according to workplace procedures
  • 4.3 Document vehicle safety inspection and installation process according to workplace procedures
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