Copy and paste from the following data to produce each assessment task. Write these in plain English and spell out how, when and where the task is to be carried out, under what conditions, and what resources are needed. Include guidelines about how well the candidate has to perform a task for it to be judged satisfactory.
Elements Elements describe the essential outcomes. | Performance Criteria Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold and italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the range of conditions section. |
1. Identify and select LV electrical test equipment | 1.1 Job requirements are determined according to workplace instructions 1.2 LV electrical test equipment is identified and selected to meet job requirements 1.3 Function and method of operation of equipment are confirmed before use 1.4 LV electrical test equipment is checked for serviceability according to manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures 1.5 Hazards associated with the work are identified and risks are managed 1.6 Safety requirements and safe operating procedures for equipment are accessed and interpreted |
2. Use electrical test equipment | 2.1 Equipment is connected according to workplace procedures and without causing damage to vehicle or machinery 2.2 Electrical test equipment is used according to safety requirements to prevent injury to self and others, and damage to vehicle or other workplace equipment 2.3 Test results or readings are interpreted and confirmed according to job requirements and workplace procedures 2.4 Damaged, faulty or inaccurate electrical test equipment is tagged and isolated for repair or replacement and reported according to workplace procedures |
3. Complete work processes | 3.1 Electrical test equipment is cleaned, checked and stored ready for use according to workplace procedures 3.2 Workplace documentation is processed according to workplace procedures |
This section specifies work environments and conditions that may affect performance. Essential operating conditions that may be present (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) are included. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below.
LV electrical test equipment must include: | test lights and probes circuit continuity testers digital multimeters. |
Safety requirements must include: | work health and safety (WHS) and occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements, including procedures for: selecting and using personal protective equipment (PPE) identifying hazards and controlling risks associated with wearing jewellery while working around high current wiring systems. |
Before competency can be determined, individuals must demonstrate they can perform the following according to the standard defined in the unit’s elements, performance criteria, range of conditions and foundation skills:
use a test light or probe to check the voltage supply at three different points of a basic low voltage (LV) electrical circuit and earth return at two different points of the circuit
use a digital multimeter to check voltage, current and resistance measurements within a basic electrical circuit
use a circuit continuity tester and test three different electrical circuits between a power source, including:
one fuse
one lamp or heating element
one motor control device.
Individuals must be able to demonstrate knowledge of:
work health and safety (WHS) and occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements relating to identifying, selecting and using LV electrical test equipment, including procedures for:
selecting and using personal protective equipment (PPE)
identifying hazards and controlling risks associated with wearing jewellery while working around high current wiring systems
location and content of manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures, including:
LV test equipment selection procedures
basic checking procedures for automotive LV electrical test equipment
checking, identification and isolation procedures for faulty equipment
types, characteristics, uses and limitations of automotive LV electrical test equipment, including:
multimeters
test lights, including resistive and light emitting diode (LED) test probes
circuit continuity testers
procedures for testing electrical systems, including:
accessing electrical terminals and using test probes without damaging connectors, fuse holders or wiring
checking resistance, current flow and voltage drop of system circuits
procedures for identifying and tagging damaged electrical test equipment.
Assessors must satisfy NVR/AQTF assessor requirements.
Competency is to be assessed in the workplace or a simulated environment that accurately reflects performance in a real workplace setting.
Assessment must include direct observation of tasks.
Where assessment of competency includes third-party evidence, individuals must provide evidence that links them to the LV electrical test equipment they have identified, selected and used, e.g. repair orders.
Assessors must verify performance evidence through questioning on skills and knowledge to ensure correct interpretation and application.
The following resources must be made available:
automotive service repair workplace or simulated workplace
manufacturer specifications and operator instructions for LV electrical test equipment
materials and equipment relevant to using and checking automotive LV electrical test equipment
LV electrical test equipment, including:
test lights and probes
circuit continuity testers
digital multimeters
electrical components and circuits requiring the use of LV electrical test equipment, as specified in the performance evidence.
Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.
Observation Checklist