Assessor Resource

AURETR047
Recharge vehicle batteries

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


This unit describes the performance outcomes required to recharge a vehicle’s battery. It requires the learner to plan and prepare the task; investigate battery types and connections; inspect, test and charge batteries; and maintain a work area, tools and equipment.

It applies to those undertaking a Vocational Education and Training in Schools (VETiS) or pre-vocational qualification as preparation to entering the automotive service and repair or automotive manufacturing industry.

The unit is designed for use in a highly supervised context and is not suitable for use in a vocational qualification.

No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.

You may want to include more information here about the target group and the purpose of the assessments (eg formative, summative, recognition)


Evidence Required

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ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the range of conditions section

1. Prepare to recharge battery

1.1 Safety and environmental requirements are sourced and interpreted

1.2 Task instruction is interpreted and battery to be worked on is identified

1.3 Manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures for recharging vehicle battery are sourced and interpreted

1.4 Potential hazards and risks associated with task are identified and reported to workplace supervisor

1.5 Tools and equipment are identified according to manufacturer specifications

2. Determine battery serviceability

2.1 Battery testing equipment is checked prior to use according to manufacturer specifications and safety requirements

2.2 Battery is cleaned and prepared for inspection and testing according to manufacturer specifications and safety and environmental requirements

2.3 Battery is inspected and tested according to manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures

2.4 Observations of battery condition and serviceability or issues requiring further exploration are recorded

3. Charge battery

3.1 Battery charging equipment is checked prior to use according to manufacturer specifications and safety requirements

3.2 Battery is prepared and charged according to manufacturer specifications and procedures

3.3 Battery post-charging condition and serviceability are checked according to manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures

3.4 Observations of battery condition and serviceability post charging or issues requiring further exploration are recorded

4. Complete work processes

4.1 Final inspection is made to ensure work meets task instruction and workplace standards, and battery is presented ready for use or storage according to workplace procedures

4.2 Work area is cleaned, waste and non-recyclable materials are disposed of, and recyclable material is collected and stored according to environmental requirements and workplace procedures

4.3 Tools and equipment are checked and stored according to workplace procedures, or tagged and reported where necessary

4.4 Workplace documentation is processed according to workplace procedures

Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

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ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the range of conditions section

1. Prepare to recharge battery

1.1 Safety and environmental requirements are sourced and interpreted

1.2 Task instruction is interpreted and battery to be worked on is identified

1.3 Manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures for recharging vehicle battery are sourced and interpreted

1.4 Potential hazards and risks associated with task are identified and reported to workplace supervisor

1.5 Tools and equipment are identified according to manufacturer specifications

2. Determine battery serviceability

2.1 Battery testing equipment is checked prior to use according to manufacturer specifications and safety requirements

2.2 Battery is cleaned and prepared for inspection and testing according to manufacturer specifications and safety and environmental requirements

2.3 Battery is inspected and tested according to manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures

2.4 Observations of battery condition and serviceability or issues requiring further exploration are recorded

3. Charge battery

3.1 Battery charging equipment is checked prior to use according to manufacturer specifications and safety requirements

3.2 Battery is prepared and charged according to manufacturer specifications and procedures

3.3 Battery post-charging condition and serviceability are checked according to manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures

3.4 Observations of battery condition and serviceability post charging or issues requiring further exploration are recorded

4. Complete work processes

4.1 Final inspection is made to ensure work meets task instruction and workplace standards, and battery is presented ready for use or storage according to workplace procedures

4.2 Work area is cleaned, waste and non-recyclable materials are disposed of, and recyclable material is collected and stored according to environmental requirements and workplace procedures

4.3 Tools and equipment are checked and stored according to workplace procedures, or tagged and reported where necessary

4.4 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.

Safety and environmental requirements must include:

information about key aspects of work health and safety (WHS), occupational health and safety (OHS) and environmental requirements, including:

use of personal protective equipment, including safety glasses, ear protection and safety footwear

use of hand tools and battery lifting equipment

identifying dangers of working with battery testing and charging equipment

applying procedures for handling, storing and disposing of used automotive batteries and battery fluid.

Battery testing equipment must include:

hydrometer

high-rate discharge tester.

Battery must include:

lead-acid battery.

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Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Safety and environmental requirements are sourced and interpreted 
Task instruction is interpreted and battery to be worked on is identified 
Manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures for recharging vehicle battery are sourced and interpreted 
Potential hazards and risks associated with task are identified and reported to workplace supervisor 
Tools and equipment are identified according to manufacturer specifications 
Battery testing equipment is checked prior to use according to manufacturer specifications and safety requirements 
Battery is cleaned and prepared for inspection and testing according to manufacturer specifications and safety and environmental requirements 
Battery is inspected and tested according to manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures 
Observations of battery condition and serviceability or issues requiring further exploration are recorded 
Battery charging equipment is checked prior to use according to manufacturer specifications and safety requirements 
Battery is prepared and charged according to manufacturer specifications and procedures 
Battery post-charging condition and serviceability are checked according to manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures 
Observations of battery condition and serviceability post charging or issues requiring further exploration are recorded 
Final inspection is made to ensure work meets task instruction and workplace standards, and battery is presented ready for use or storage according to workplace procedures 
Work area is cleaned, waste and non-recyclable materials are disposed of, and recyclable material is collected and stored according to environmental requirements and workplace procedures 
Tools and equipment are checked and stored according to workplace procedures, or tagged and reported where necessary 
Workplace documentation is processed according to workplace procedures 

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