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AURTTA010
Service and repair trailers up to 4.5 tonnes

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Issue Date: May 2024


This unit describes the performance outcomes required to service and repair trailers with an aggregate trailer mass (ATM) of up to 4.5 tonnes. It involves servicing the suspension, brakes, axles, couplings and electrical systems, and completing workplace processes and documentation, including any associated recommendations for further action.

It applies to those working in the automotive service and repair industry. The trailers include those of agricultural machinery, heavy commercial vehicles, light vehicles, marine vessels, mobile plant machinery or outdoor power equipment.

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

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Evidence Required

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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. Prepare to service and repair trailer up to 4.5 tonnes

1.1 Job requirements are determined from workplace instructions

1.2 Service, repair and adjustment procedures and information are sourced and interpreted

1.3 Hazards associated with the work are identified and risks are managed

1.4 Tools, equipment and materials are selected and checked for serviceability

2. Inspect trailer to determine service and repair requirements

2.1 Inspection is carried out according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements

2.2 Inspection results are compared with manufacturer specifications

2.3 Inspection findings are reported according to workplace procedures, and include recommendations for necessary repairs or adjustments

3. Carry out service and repair activities

3.1 Trailer service and repair requirements are determined from workplace instructions and inspection results

3.2 Service, repair and adjustments are carried out to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures, and safety and environmental requirements, and without causing damage to components or systems

3.3 Post-service and repair testing is carried out according to workplace procedures

4. Complete work processes

4.1 Final inspection is made to ensure work is to workplace expectations and trailer is presented ready for use

4.2 Work area is cleaned, waste and non-recyclable materials are disposed of and recyclable material is collected

4.3 Tools and equipment are checked and stored according to workplace procedures

4.4 Workplace documentation is processed according to workplace procedures

Before competency can be determined, individuals must demonstrate they can perform the following according to the standards defined in this unit’s elements, performance criteria, range of conditions and foundation skills:

service, repair and adjust two different trailers with an aggregate trailer mass (ATM) up to 4.5 tonnes, in which the work must involve:

repacking wheel bearings

inspecting and adjusting brakes

inspecting and servicing suspension

coupling and securing chains

inspecting vehicle hitch, trailer coupling and securing chains

inspecting and servicing electrical system.

Individuals must be able to demonstrate knowledge of:

work health and safety (WHS) and occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements relating to servicing and repairing trailers up to 4.5 tonnes, including procedures for:

lifting and supporting trailers

handling and controlling brake dust and brake fluids

working with stored energy

environmental requirements, including procedures for trapping, storing and disposing of hazardous materials and substances released from braking systems, including lubricants, brake fluid, brake dust and fibres

identification, purpose and basic operation of trailer systems, including:

braking systems, including:

hydraulic

electrical

mechanical

electrical wiring circuits

trailer service and repair procedures, including:

wheel bearings

suspension system

braking system

lighting system

vehicle hitch and trailer coupling types and securing chains

5th wheel trailer couplings

post-service and repair testing procedures for trailers, including stationary and mobile performance tests.

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 trailers that they have serviced and repaired, 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 repair workplace or simulated workplace

workplace instructions

manufacturer trailer specifications

two different trailers with an ATM up to 4.5 tonnes requiring service and repair

tools, equipment and materials appropriate for servicing and repairing trailers up to 4.5 tonnes.


Submission Requirements

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Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

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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. Prepare to service and repair trailer up to 4.5 tonnes

1.1 Job requirements are determined from workplace instructions

1.2 Service, repair and adjustment procedures and information are sourced and interpreted

1.3 Hazards associated with the work are identified and risks are managed

1.4 Tools, equipment and materials are selected and checked for serviceability

2. Inspect trailer to determine service and repair requirements

2.1 Inspection is carried out according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements

2.2 Inspection results are compared with manufacturer specifications

2.3 Inspection findings are reported according to workplace procedures, and include recommendations for necessary repairs or adjustments

3. Carry out service and repair activities

3.1 Trailer service and repair requirements are determined from workplace instructions and inspection results

3.2 Service, repair and adjustments are carried out to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures, and safety and environmental requirements, and without causing damage to components or systems

3.3 Post-service and repair testing is carried out according to workplace procedures

4. Complete work processes

4.1 Final inspection is made to ensure work is to workplace expectations and trailer is presented ready for use

4.2 Work area is cleaned, waste and non-recyclable materials are disposed of and recyclable material is collected

4.3 Tools and equipment are checked and stored according to workplace procedures

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.

Inspection must include:

vehicle hitch, trailer coupling and securing chains

electrical systems

brake system

chassis and suspension system

axles and wheel hubs

tyres.

Safety requirements must include:

work health and safety (WHS) and occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements, including procedures for:

lifting and supporting trailers

handling and controlling brake dust and brake fluids

working with stored energy.

Environmental requirements must include:

procedures for trapping, storing and disposing of hazardous materials and substances released from braking systems, including lubricants, brake fluid, brake dust and fibres.

Before competency can be determined, individuals must demonstrate they can perform the following according to the standards defined in this unit’s elements, performance criteria, range of conditions and foundation skills:

service, repair and adjust two different trailers with an aggregate trailer mass (ATM) up to 4.5 tonnes, in which the work must involve:

repacking wheel bearings

inspecting and adjusting brakes

inspecting and servicing suspension

coupling and securing chains

inspecting vehicle hitch, trailer coupling and securing chains

inspecting and servicing electrical system.

Individuals must be able to demonstrate knowledge of:

work health and safety (WHS) and occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements relating to servicing and repairing trailers up to 4.5 tonnes, including procedures for:

lifting and supporting trailers

handling and controlling brake dust and brake fluids

working with stored energy

environmental requirements, including procedures for trapping, storing and disposing of hazardous materials and substances released from braking systems, including lubricants, brake fluid, brake dust and fibres

identification, purpose and basic operation of trailer systems, including:

braking systems, including:

hydraulic

electrical

mechanical

electrical wiring circuits

trailer service and repair procedures, including:

wheel bearings

suspension system

braking system

lighting system

vehicle hitch and trailer coupling types and securing chains

5th wheel trailer couplings

post-service and repair testing procedures for trailers, including stationary and mobile performance tests.

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 trailers that they have serviced and repaired, 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 repair workplace or simulated workplace

workplace instructions

manufacturer trailer specifications

two different trailers with an ATM up to 4.5 tonnes requiring service and repair

tools, equipment and materials appropriate for servicing and repairing trailers up to 4.5 tonnes.

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
Job requirements are determined from workplace instructions 
Service, repair and adjustment procedures and information are sourced and interpreted 
Hazards associated with the work are identified and risks are managed 
Tools, equipment and materials are selected and checked for serviceability 
Inspection is carried out according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements 
Inspection results are compared with manufacturer specifications 
Inspection findings are reported according to workplace procedures, and include recommendations for necessary repairs or adjustments 
Trailer service and repair requirements are determined from workplace instructions and inspection results 
Service, repair and adjustments are carried out to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures, and safety and environmental requirements, and without causing damage to components or systems 
Post-service and repair testing is carried out according to workplace procedures 
Final inspection is made to ensure work is to workplace expectations and trailer is presented ready for use 
Work area is cleaned, waste and non-recyclable materials are disposed of and recyclable material is collected 
Tools and equipment are checked and stored according to workplace procedures 
Workplace documentation is processed according to workplace procedures 
Job requirements are determined from workplace instructions 
Service, repair and adjustment procedures and information are sourced and interpreted 
Hazards associated with the work are identified and risks are managed 
Tools, equipment and materials are selected and checked for serviceability 
Inspection is carried out according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements 
Inspection results are compared with manufacturer specifications 
Inspection findings are reported according to workplace procedures, and include recommendations for necessary repairs or adjustments 
Trailer service and repair requirements are determined from workplace instructions and inspection results 
Service, repair and adjustments are carried out to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures, and safety and environmental requirements, and without causing damage to components or systems 
Post-service and repair testing is carried out according to workplace procedures 
Final inspection is made to ensure work is to workplace expectations and trailer is presented ready for use 
Work area is cleaned, waste and non-recyclable materials are disposed of and recyclable material is collected 
Tools and equipment are checked and stored according to workplace procedures 
Workplace documentation is processed according to workplace procedures 

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