Assessor Resource

AURHTA1001
Carry out heavy vehicle pre-repair operations

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


Work applies to heavy vehicles in the road transport, mining, construction and agricultural environments.

This unit describes the performance outcomes required to prepare and clean heavy vehicles and major components by mechanical or chemical means and prepare equipment or components in readiness for either storage or repair.

The unit includes identification and confirmation of work requirement, preparation for work, cleaning of components, the removal of components, tagging and storage of components and completion of work finalisation processes, including clean-up and documentation.

No licencing, 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)

Prerequisites

Not applicable.

Employability Skills

This unit contains employability skills.



Evidence Required

List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.

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

The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit must be relevant to workplace operations and satisfy all of the requirements of the performance criteria and required skills and knowledge.

A person who demonstrates competency in this unit must be able to:

observe safety procedures and requirements

communicate effectively with others involved in or affected by the work

select methods and techniques appropriate to the circumstances

conduct cleaning and storage operations according to workplace requirements

complete workplace documentation according to workplace requirements.

Context of, and specific resources for assessment

Competency is to be assessed in the workplace or a simulated workplace environment that accurately reflects performance in a real workplace setting.

Assessment is to occur:

using standard workplace practices and procedures

following safety requirements

applying environmental constraints.

Assessment is to comply with relevant:

regulatory requirements

Australian standards

industry codes of practice.

The following resources should be made available for the assessment of this unit:

workplace location or simulated workplace

heavy vehicles and heavy vehicle components requiring pre-repair operations

equipment, cleaning agents and material relevant to carrying out pre-repair operations

hand tools appropriate to carrying out pre-repair operations

specifications and work instructions.

Method of assessment

Assessment must satisfy the endorsed Assessment Guidelines of this Training Package.

Assessment methods must confirm consistency and accuracy of performance (over time and in a range of workplace relevant contexts) together with the application of required skills and knowledge.

Assessment methods must be by direct observation of tasks and include questioning on required skills and knowledge to ensure correct interpretation and application.

Competence in this unit may be assessed in conjunction with other units which together form part of a holistic work role.

Where applicable, reasonable adjustment must be made to work environments and training situations to accommodate the needs of diverse clients.

Assessment processes and techniques must be culturally sensitive and appropriate to the language, literacy and numeracy capacity of the candidate and the work being performed.

Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

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.

Required skills

communication skills to follow oral and written instructions

learning skills to identify sources of information, assistance and expert knowledge

literacy skills to

read, interpret and follow information on written job instructions, specifications, standard operating procedures, charts, lists, drawings and other applicable reference documents

follow workplace documentation, such as codes of practice or operating procedures

document work performed during pre-repair operations

planning and organising skills to ensure tasks are completed within an acceptable timeframe

problem-solving skills to seek information and assistance as required to solve problems

self-management skills to:

select and use appropriate equipment, materials, processes and procedures

technical skills to use workplace tools and equipment relating to the pre-repair operations of heavy vehicles

Required knowledge

WHS regulations, requirements, equipment and material, and personal safety requirements

dangers of working with chemical cleaning agents and cleaning equipment

cleaning procedures

environmental considerations related to chemical and cleaning agent use

storage procedures of cleaned heavy vehicle components

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.

Workplace instructions may include:

computer-generated instructions

verbal instructions

written instructions.

Workplace health and safety (WHS) requirements:

are those prescribed under legislation, regulations, codes of practice, and workplace policies and procedures

may include:

protective clothing and equipment

use of tools and equipment

handling of material

use of fire-fighting equipment

first aid equipment

hazard control, including control of hazardous materials and toxic substances.

Procedures and information may include:

safe work procedures relating to heavy vehicle pre-repair operations

verbal, written and graphical instructions

signage

work schedules, plans and specifications

work bulletins or memos

material safety data sheets (MSDS)

diagrams or sketches

regulatory and legislative requirements relating to the automotive industry

Australian Design Rules

engineer's design specifications and instructions

organisation work specifications and requirements

instructions issued by authorised enterprise or external persons

Australian Standards

heavy vehicle repair manuals.

Method options may include:

steam cleaning

high-pressure washing

manual washing

the use of protective coverings

dismantling.

Cleaning materials may include:

cleaning agents

sprays (dewaxing, detergents, degreasers, special purpose agents)

rust prevention material.

Equipment may include:

hand tools and equipment

personal and vehicle protection

storage tubs and racks

special equipment (pressure washers, steam cleaners, spray equipment)

power tools

jacks and stands

lifting equipment.

Environmental requirements may include:

waste management

chemical and cleaning agent management

control of noise and fumes

clean-up management.

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

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Workplace instructions are used to determine job requirements 
Workplace health and safety (WHS) requirements are observed and applied throughout the work 
Procedures and information are sourced and interpreted 
Method options are analysed and those most appropriate to the circumstances are selected 
Appropriate tools and equipment are selected and prepared 
Warnings relating to working with cleaning materials are observed 
Cleaning materials and equipment are used according to workplace procedures and manufacturer and component supplier specifications 
Components are cleaned to workplace expectations and without causing damage to components or systems 
Used cleaning agents and waste materials are safely disposed of according to industry regulations and guidelines and workplace requirements 
Cleaning activities are carried out according to industry regulations and guidelines, workplace health and safety and environmental requirements 
Components are prepared for further repair procedures or treated with rust prevention material when being stored 
Components are stored according to workplace procedures, to prevent injury to self and others or damage to components 
Tools and equipment are checked and stored according to workplace expectations 
Pre-repair operation documentation is completed according to workplace procedures 

Forms

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